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Kokusai Street

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Kokusai Street

国際通り

Okinawa

Kokusai Street is Naha's main commercial avenue, a long run of souvenir shops, Okinawan food stalls, department stores and izakaya five minutes' walk from Kencho-mae Station. The street is free and never closes, though individual shops generally trade from about 10:00 to 22:00.

Why we picked it

Many mainstream travelers focus on Okinawa's beaches and resorts, overlooking this cultural hub.

Best season
Spring
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.4· 928 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free public shopping street, no admission charged
Nearest station
Kencho-mae Station · 5 min walk

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Note

  • Open 24 hours (shops ~10:00-22:00)

How to get there

From Naha Airport · ~24 min by car

Tags

shoppingfoodculture

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