Kume Travel Guide
Naha
Popular places to visit
Fukushūen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Fukushūen Garden, a lovely green space in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
Tomari Port
Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
Naminoue Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Okinawa Prefectural Office
After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa
Okinawa World Limestone Cave and War Memorial Sites Day Tour
Beautiful sunset kayak tour in Okinawa
Top hotels in Kume
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
"We were impressed with our stay 2 years ago, so rebooked recently. This time, the facilities are starting to show some wear. Public places were okay, but rooms were a little lacking. We got slightly different rooms this time, and that might have been part of the issue (beds were basically futons ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Okinawa Naha Asahibashi Ekimae
"Hotel is in a convenient location to the Yui Rail, 5 minute walk from Asahibashi station, so it is easy to catch to get around the city center. Also less than 10 minute walk to prefectural office area where many sightseeing buses stop. Breakfast is very good with a nice selection of food, and the ..."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Nishitetsu Resort Inn Naha
"Très bien."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
THE NEST NAHA
"Very disappointing experience at Nest Hotel Naha. During check-in, the front desk gave me the wrong room number, so I could not enter the room and had to return to the lobby to sort it out. The front desk staff were unable to communicate effectively in English and were not particularly helpful. When ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Okinawa Harborview Hotel
"Amazing service!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Southern Beach Hotel & Resort OKINAWA
"Since this is resort type hotel, it is a bit far for walking to other stores, markets or restaurants. It is one bus stop away from a highly recommend Itoman Fish Market. The hotel is close by a public beach with its own large size pool for leisure lounging around. The overall experience was ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kume
Naha City Centre
The parks and historical sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.
Tomari
The waterfront and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Tomari. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are a few top places to visit.
Makishi
You might enjoy the shopping while in Makishi. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to see more of the city.
Kumoji
Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Palette Kumoji, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.
Matsuo
If you're spending some time in Matsuo, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Makishi Public Market are top sights worth seeing.
