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3 Selected Tropical Lunch Options to Enhance Your Resort Mood in Naha After the Rainy Season

The rainy season in Okinawa Prefecture usually ends earlier than in Honshu, the main island of Japan. In June, Okinawa offers perfect weather with fresh air, making it an ideal destination for a vacation. Considering that people have traveled all the way to Okinawa, we think many people would be interested in exploring Okinawa’s special foods. Why not immerse yourself in a resort-like experience and enjoy a tropical lunch made with special Okinawan ingredients? This time, we have selected restaurants in Naha, which is known for its abundance of excellent dining options, based on positive reviews. All of these restaurants are conveniently located, and we hope this information helps you.

Popular Combination of Okinawa Soba Pasta and Lemonade at “New Cinema Parlor Ukishima Shop”

New Cinema Parlor 浮島店(New Cinema Parlor Ukishima Cafe)
Photo by @shokusta__gram

“New Cinema Parlor Ukishima Cafe”(New Cinema Parlor 浮島店) is renowned for its creative pasta. Their Okinawa soba pasta features noodles that have been arranged to capture the characteristics of Okinawa soba, offering a moist texture and a glossy appearance. The noodles are well-soaked in the sauce and are really filling! We invite you to enjoy this pasta alongside a preservative-free and wax-free lemonade. It’s a refreshing and sweet taste and has a good reputation for being easy to drink without a sticky sweetness. We recommend trying this fresh lemonade with pasta to enhance your dining experience with a cool sensation. The cafe is conveniently situated on Ukishima Street, which is lined with numerous unique shops. It’s the perfect place for shopping nearby or for unwinding while immersing yourself in the Okinawan atmosphere.

Opening Hours9:00AM – 5:00PM(Irregular Holidays)
Address2-12-35 Matsuo, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
AccessA 6-minute walk from Hotel Gracery Naha
URLhttps://ncpokinawa.official.ec/

“Experience the Essence of Okinawa at “Rakuen CAFÉ” – Must-Check Vegan Menu Featuring Abundant Use of Local Okinawan Ingredients!”

“Rakuen Cafe”(樂園CAFÉ) is a cafe which is annexed to located on the 2nd floor of Okinawa Prefecture’s only department store, ‘Ryubo Department Store’ handling luxury specialty goods. This cafe is particular about the creation of space unique to Okinawa, such as tables and chairs using camphor trees produced in Okinawa. Waiting times are minimal, due to its ample seating. It’s also nice to have lunch on the terrace and enjoy the open atmosphere. This cafe is also known for offering dishes that incorporate Okinawan ingredients as well as meals tailored for vegetarians and vegans. One of their popular healthy and nutritious dishes is the Veggie Taco Rice; which is a variation of the Okinawan specialty, Taco Rice. It’s a healthy and nutritious dish. Check it out If you want to have food healthily. It’s conveniently located with good accessibility, directly connected to the “Kencho-mae” station on the Yui Rail, making it easily accessible for those using the airport.

Opening Hours8:00AM – 8:00PM(Irregular Holidays)
Address1-1-1 Kumoji, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture 2nd floor of Ryubo department store
AccessA 6-minute walk from Hotel Gracery Naha
Directly connected to Kencho-mae Station on the Okinawa Urban Monorail (Yui Rail)
URLhttps://www.resort-dept.okinawa/cafe/

Authentic Burger “Zooton’s”, is Close to Kokusai-dori! – Focusing on Homemade Goodness and Handcrafted Burgers

Zooton's 久茂地店(Zooton's Kumoji Shop)
Photo by @15ticton

“Zooton’s” is popular in Naha City, located behind Kokusai-dori. Inside the shop has an American atmosphere such as American decor and surfboards that make you feel like in a foreign country. You can enjoy the atmosphere unique to Okinawa, which mixes American and Japanese cultures. Their best-recommended menu is the “Avocado Bacon Cheese Burger,” which extensively features avocado. It’s known for its overwhelming popularity, with many customers ordering this menu item. This burger is made with homemade special buns, original sauce, and even homemade bacon, so we’re sure that you will be satisfied with its big size. The creamy avocado perfectly complements the hearty patty, and when you take a bite, the flavor of the meat immediately spreads in your mouth. They also have a wide variety of side menu options, so it’s great to mix and match different items according to your appetite.

Opening HoursMonday, Wednesday – Saturday 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Tuesday and Sunday 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Address3-4-9 Kumoji, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
AccessA 1-minute walk from Hotel Gracery Naha
URLhttps://www.instagram.com/zootons_oka/

Base of this trip

  • Hotel Gracery Naha
    Hotel Gracery Naha

    5-min walk from Kenchomae station on the Yui Rail / About 15-min drive from Naha Airport