Okinawa - 4 recommended events in October

The Naha Otsunabori Festival, which is held every year for three consecutive holidays, including sports days, is a major event representing Okinawa in October and the largest traditional cultural event in the prefecture.

On the first day of Saturday, October 12 and 13 (Sun), "TSUNA Festival 2024" will be held, and various programs will be held at Palette Kumoji-mae Plaza, traditional performing arts performances, and in Tenbusu-mae Plaza, Naha's traditional experience corner will be held. It will be done.

On the second day, the festival will be the main festival. In 1995, Guinness was certified as the "world's best straw rope" and is known as the "pride" of Naha and Okinawan citizens.

You can't miss the "flaghead line" that takes place just before the general rule ground.
The flaghead is a symbol of the region. You may be caught by the men who have been struggling with blood for this day lifting their 40-60 kilograms of flaghead while sweating all over the body? On the day of the event, we would appreciate your support and clapping as much as possible.

And at Ouyama General Sports Park, the RBC Citizens Festival, which is held throughout the three days, is held. You can enjoy a variety of live performances and store openings.

Okinawa's Industrial Festival is one of the largest comprehensive industrial events in the prefecture. From famous companies to private companies, you can open any store if you handle local products.

There are plenty of genres to be exhibited at the Industrial Festival, including food, awamori, crafts, Okinawa-style Cool Biz classic Kariyushiware. In particular, awamori recommends that you take a bite if you come to Okinawa!　Famous sake brewing such as Kumesen on Kumejima, Mizuho Sake Brewery, and Kikunoro Sake Brewery gather at the corner for tasting. Please get your favorite dish at a reasonable price.
Crafts such as Ryukyu glass, pottery, and Shisa are also recommended as souvenirs. It will be easy to answer questions such as the origin of each item, how to use it properly, and which one is popular with locals.

Do you know that Uruma City, located in central Okinawa Prefecture, is known as a "bullfighting town"?
"Sightseeing bullfighting" held at Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome is an experience program where you can enjoy bullfighting. With an easy-to-understand lecture utilizing the large vision of 300-inch Osako power, even beginners can learn about bullfighting in an easy-to-understand manner.
At the bullfighting exhibition match (2 games), you can watch a powerful serious game with real conditions and commentary!

October 2024 will be held on the 5th (Sat), but it will be held once a month, so please check the schedule on the official website.
"I want to watch the bullfighting, but I don't know the rules.…"If you have thought so far, let's take this opportunity to debut watching the bullfighting!

"Okinawa Bread Sweets Festa" is an event where specialty bakeries and confectionery shops in Okinawa gather together. This event is held twice a year, and this time it will be held at Chura SUN Beach Minami Hamada Purpose Plaza in Tomigusuku City. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event, and it is a popular event for those who love bread sweets! Enjoy a picnic and delicious food with your family and friends.

There are plenty of attractive events that everyone can enjoy in Okinawa in October!　If you want to immerse yourself in the history and traditions of Okinawa, or if you want to relax and enjoy the event hot, you will surely be satisfied.
Depending on the event, popular sightseeing spots are the venue, so it might be a good idea to stop by along with the spot tour.