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Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
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Language
Japanese
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Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
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Best Time to Visit
Nov–Mar
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Typical Duration
5-7 nights
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Price Range
$441-$1,839.50 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Japan's subtropical Ryukyu Islands, offering pristine beaches, unique Okinawan culture, and access to East Asian cruise routes.
Cruises that visit Okinawa
- cruises to Okinawa
- Okinawa sailings
- Okinawa cruises
- 9-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 12-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 13-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 13-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 14-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Okinawa
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
It's located in a central area with a bunch of things to do around as well.
Shuri Castle
My kids enjoyed the interactive show in the entrance.
American Village
massive photo zone with tons of attractions.
Cape Manzamo
Reasonable ticket price, new and beautiful facility, great views!
Umikaji Terrace Senagajima
Super cool experience for a low price.
Naha Kokusai Dori Shopping Street
Items sell at the inner streets were cheaper than those on the Main Street.
Okinawa World
Kids loved the “paint your own Sisha” where we spent over an hour painting.
Gyokusendo Cave
Very cool and there was even fish that live in the cave river/water.
AEON MALL Okinawa Rycom
Enormous multipurpose shopping mall with free parking.
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Okinawa Outlet Mall Ashibinaa
The mall is well-organized and clean, with ample parking available.
🕐 Open · Closes 8 PM
San-A Naha Main Place
Great shopping centre with good choice of reasonably priced shops.
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Yakiniku Ryukyunoushi Chatan
Phenomenal food, fantastic cocktails, amazing service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4:30 PM
Ryukyu Mura
Many events and things to do inside the paid area and outside.
DFS 沖縄 那覇店
Nice shopping mall with a wide selection of luxury brands to choose from
🕐 Open · Closes 8 PM
Peace Memorial Park
The playground area was large and developed for different age groups.
RYUBO Department Store
Excellent store with sweet shops, restaurants, and foods at B1 👍👍👍
🕐 Open · Closes 8:30 PM
iias Okinawa Toyosaki
There is convenient parking in a large department store.
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Okinawa Zoo & Museum
Three floors of activities and things to make you think.
Bios Hill
The atmosphere was relaxing, and there was plenty to do for all ages.
Blue Ocean Steak
Amazing food, a wonderful atmosphere, and an overall fantastic experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4:30 PM
Shikina-en Royal Gardens
Great way to spend an hour relaxing and taking in some local history
Palette Kumoji
Lots of food, clothing, books and music selections
🕐 Open · Closes 8:30 PM
Cave Okinawa
Affordable and a nice way to spend an afternoon.
San-A Gushikawa Main City
Great local place to shop, free parking and food court has pretty good food
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Yunangi
Excellent food, service and atmosphere!
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Southeast Botanical Gardens
They've got some fun animals you can interact with and beautiful gardens.
Sam's By-The-Sea
The dinner was fantastic, the flavors were phenomenal on the surfer special.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Plaza House Shopping Center
The main floor also has a small grocery store with eclectic items
🕐 Opens soon · 10:30 AM
Piparchi Kitchen
The food, ambience and service definitely deserved a 5 star rating!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Voyager Stand
This place is so cheap for such great service, entertainment, and drinks!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 PM
Cocktail Bar Daisy Okinawa
the atmosphere was unique and the drinks were marvelous.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
8men okinawa
Fun atmosphere, very friendly staff and deliscous drinks.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
BAR ALCHEMIST
Lovely bar, beautiful people, excellent cocktails
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
Bar Blue Lagoon
Vibes were good, drinks were strong, and the bartender was a fun guy.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 PM
cult bar ‘FREAKS A GO-GO’
Great drinks, no table charge and you will be amazed by the aesthetic
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 PM
Octopus Garden Music Cafe
Unique drink menu, good Music.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Okinawa
Okinawa serves as a vibrant port of call in Asia, with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises regularly featuring this destination on their itineraries. Most cruises calling here span five nights, offering travelers a perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. With 19 upcoming sailings, you'll find excellent options for reaching Okinawa while enjoying routes to popular Asian ports including Hong Kong, Yokohama, Osaka, and Kobe. The peak season runs from November through March, making these months ideal for booking your voyage.
Once ashore, cruise passengers discover a unique blend of Japanese culture and subtropical island charm. The Okinawan capital offers fascinating historical sites alongside beautiful beaches and local cuisine that reflects centuries of cultural influences. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or simply want to unwind in this picturesque setting, Okinawa delivers memorable experiences that complement any Asia-focused cruise itinerary.
Once ashore, cruise passengers discover a unique blend of Japanese culture and subtropical island charm. The Okinawan capital offers fascinating historical sites alongside beautiful beaches and local cuisine that reflects centuries of cultural influences. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or simply want to unwind in this picturesque setting, Okinawa delivers memorable experiences that complement any Asia-focused cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Okinawa
- Royal Caribbean International (31 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (5 cruises)
