roadside rest area, which is loved by Okinawan citizens.

roadside rest area, which is loved by Okinawan citizens.
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"roadside rest area" scattered throughout the region. If you're hungry, why don't you get a delicious local food? Introducing roadside rest area in the prefecture, which is also popular among Okinawan citizens, by area! Of course, we also have fresh ingredients such as seasonal fruits and vegetables. It is also recommended as a break spot for driving!

Northern Okinawa | roadside rest area Kyoda | If you're hungry, here! Freshly made B-grade gourmet is popular.

Immediately from the Kyoda Interchange on the Okinawa Expressway, roadside rest area Kyoda is a rest spot on the northern Okinawa drive. Only the oldest roadside rest area in Okinawa, there are thousands of items we handle! It is loved not only by tourists but also by locals, and in the national roadside rest area ranking by word-of-mouth sites every year!

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In addition to seasonal fruits, sweets that can only be purchased here and take-out OK foods! "Choco Mochi" and "Brown Sugar Oji Series" are especially popular. Freshly made local food and fruits unique to southern countries can also be purchased at a reasonable price!

Northern Okinawa | roadside rest area Yui Kunigami | Deliciousness "Inovuta" produced by nature

roadside rest area's Yui Kunigami is located in Kunigami, a village of forest, water and peace of mind. A unique wooden product full of warmth is truly unique to nature! In addition, there are stores that offer rare boar pork dishes in the prefecture, so you can't miss it! It is widely popular with locals as a restaurant, such as specialty fresh vegetables, fresh fish dishes and local limited sweets.

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Kunigami Village is also famous for being able to drink fresh tea in Japan. Please enjoy "Okumidori" and "Karagicha", which have been loved as Okinawan tea for a long time. In addition, menus cooked with "Inobuta", which is a combination of wild boars and pigs, is also popular because of its high nutritional value and condensed umami.

Northern Okinawa | Nakijin station sore | Let's touch the warmth of Okinawa

"Nakijin Station Sore" is the concept of "I want you to know the splendor of Nakijin's agricultural products." The menu of the products and restaurants lined up at the sales floor reflect the warm feelings of such staff. The vegetables and fruits that can be obtained here are fresh, low pesticides and organic cultivation, and are only carefully grown in "Adigwair (home garden)". Please pick it up and touch the deliciousness of Nakijin!

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locally grown and consumed is listed, and the menu offered here also use plenty of local ingredients. You can also get the famous "Nakijin Watermelon" at a cheap price! Enjoy the "Sata Anda Guy", which is filled with "Teaanda Guy" (work and affection).

Northern Okinawa | roadside rest area Ginoza | The whole family is very excited at the facilities!

roadside rest area "Ginoza" was significantly renewed in April 2018. In addition to selling local specialties, you can also enjoy meals at cafes and restaurants while looking out at Kinwan Bay and Kanna Fukuji River. At the tourist information center, experience programs and various events are also planned from time to time, and the unique water playground in the facility with the theme of water is also bustling. The facilities that attract attention as a tourist base facility in Ginoza Village is attractive!

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The large playground equipment with a 4th floor structure is packed with play devices such as trampolines and various slides, so that children can enjoy it as much as possible with children! It is also recommended to spend a relaxing time on the terrace seat for a drive break.

Northern Okinawa | Hajino Station | Experience the deliciousness of "Yanbaru Tamago" with a superb view.

"Hachi no Eki" in Nago City is rich in fresh vegetables and fruits, but the best push is "Yanbaru Egg"! It is also popular with locals because you can get it at a special price! And in summer, it is a popular feather that is hidden as a famous place for mangoes. You can taste fresh ingredients at the restaurant, or if you want to enjoy it at home, you can take home with half-baked haji chicken.

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On the second floor observation deck, you can enjoy the contrast between the blue and green of the sea that Yamahara boasts. In the restaurant, you can enjoy fresh eggs and chicken dishes, and there are also rare vegetables and fruits that are not on the market. When you visit, it is recommended that you talk to the staff once!

Northern Okinawa | roadside rest area | Let's find healthy ingredients in a village of longevity rich in nature

roadside rest area "Ogimi" is located in Ogimi Village, which declares the village of longevity. The deliciousness of vegetables and fruits grown in clear air and clean water is exquisite. Ingredients in this area, which is rooted in traditional food culture, are also popular as a source of health. In addition, roadside rest area is full of energetic staff. Drive fatigue is blown away to the customer service of the staff with a bright smile!

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There is also a terrace seat on the second floor, so you can enjoy the special Japanese soba made with Ogimi buckwheat flour while watching the rich nature! In addition, special products from the Yanbaru area are cheap and available, so it is a good idea to take it home and taste it while asking about the local cooking method.

Northern Okinawa | Bridge station Rika Rika Rumi | It is also recommended for driving! Large panorama of the Sea and the Forest

"Bridge Station Rika Rumi" is located at the base of "Walmi Ohashi" that connects Nakijin Village and Yaga Jinoshima. Let's go in the Okinawan dialect! Let's go! To Walmi! It's a pop name that means "" and is popular with locals. A popular restaurant with an all-you-can-eat salad bar with local island vegetable salads, is a superb view spot overlooking the beautiful nature of Yanbaru. There is also a free rental service for Ryukyu costumes, and the photo is also perfect!

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At direct sales outlets that sell fresh vegetables and fruits, watermelons specially produced by Nakijin are sold almost all year round. Out-of-season winter watermelons are small and have a high sugar content, making it irresistible for watermelon lovers. It is also recommended to eat on the terrace seat with fresh mangoes and pineapples, or mail it to your home soak in the memories of your trip!


Central Okinawa | There's noodle market at the station | Enjoy the huge direct sales shop with plenty of tenants.

Located in one of the best beach resort areas in Okinawa, "Onna no Eki Nakayui Market" is bustling every day as a "gigantic direct sales place" in close contact with the local community. You can enjoy the luxurious Okinawa gourmet so that you can not stop by just taking a break on the way of driving. This facility itself is a fulfilling spot full of attractions so that this facility itself can be established as a tourist destination!

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"Hama no Ie", where you can taste seafood at a reasonable price, is a popular restaurant that attracts many people since it opened. In addition, there are many stores and you can enjoy a wide range of menu items. You can also buy the rare sweets "Blues", which is said to be a phantom taste. Don't miss it!

Central Okinawa | roadside rest area | A panoramic view of Kadena Base

"roadside rest area Kana" is famous as a spot where you can overlook Kadena Air Base up close. When you go up to the "Sky Lounge" on the observation deck on the 4th floor, you can see many military aircraft, and many people hold cameras. It is also recommended for children who like rides.
In addition, the lounge also sells "Nokuni Imo Soft Cream", a specialty product of Kadena-cho, and the milk and mix are also popular. ♪ In addition, there is a gallery space facility where you can learn about the history of Kadena town.

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"Jumbo Cheese Burger" sold at Rotary Drive-in, as the name implies, is full of volume! Of course, the taste is also good! This burger has been loved by locals for many years.

Central Okinawa | Sea Station Ayahashi Museum | You get intoxicated by the blue sea spreading all over

Sea Station Ayahashikan is located on the underwater road in Uruma City, which cannot be removed from the drive course. The building in the shape of a ship is impressive. We also have souvenirs unique to Okinawa, but we also handle goods after the hometown of the popular Okinawan band "HY". The dining room "Sunui" on the first floor also offers Okinawan cuisine. Why don't you relax while feeling the blue sea and the tropical wind spreading all over?

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Unlike other roadside rest area, we offer BBQ and marine sports services. There is no doubt that it will create a more enjoyable trip to Okinawa! Spend a memorable moment with your family and friends!


Southern Okinawa | roadside rest area | A safe kitchen where you can see the producer's face.

"roadside rest area Itoman" is roadside rest area, the southernmost tip of Japan. There are many agricultural products sales outlets and fishery directly managed stores, and the scale is the largest in the prefecture. The number of private farmers is over 1,000, and seasonal ingredients are available at a reasonable price, and the trust of the locals is strong, and it is crowded with many people every day. It is also attractive that you can eat fresh seafood dishes on the spot unique to Itoman, where fishing is thriving. It is a place full of delicious food in Itoman city.

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In the large facilities, there are a lot of products that are perfect for souvenirs. Because the price is low, I bought too much involuntary! In addition to food, we also sell a lot of folk crafts. Access to the airport is also good, so let's stop by on the way home from your trip!

Southern Okinawa | The station in the south. | Take a break and interact with each other in an open space

Just opened in 2017, "South Station Yaese" is located along the main roads of local and Okinawa sightseeing, and the spacious space creates a cozy moment. It can also be used as a place to take a break on your trip and interact with local people. It is also famous for the oldest "stone carving large lion" in the Tomori area, and there are plenty of Shisa's figurines. Please try to find your favorite product!

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A collection of famous products that can only be obtained here are gathered! Above all, the exquisite “Tobi Fish” is difficult to obtain even in the prefecture, so be sure to sample it when you stop by! In addition, goat dishes cannot be tasted near Yaese-cho, so the local people seem to have a lot of support. Please enjoy it at least once!

Southern Okinawa | roadside rest area Toyosaki | Let's cover tourist information in the prefecture!

roadside rest area Toyosaki is located in Tomigusuku, which is famous not only for resort towns but also for "Mango no Sato". The closest to Naha Airport and the largest rental car station in the prefecture is also an information base for Okinawa sightseeing. From a direct sales place where local freshly caught vegetables and fruits are in stock every day, handmade sweets, and take-out. At the Tegumakan, you can also experience traditional crafts, so it's perfect for spending time until flight.

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Mango is popular in summer. The harvest peaks in July, and some customers come from all over the country to buy it. On the other hand, the special product "Churato Mato" is a popular winter product. At the information station, you can get pamphlets not only from Tomigusuku City but also from all over the prefecture.


Okinawa's "roadside rest area" is full of unique charm. You can search for souvenirs, taste delicious gourmet, or it may be a chance to get local information about Okinawa directly from local staff! ? Please stop by once to find the goodness of your area during your trip!

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