Okinawa - Four recommended events in October

The Naha Ozuna Grin Festival, which is held every year for three consecutive holidays, including a sports day (physical education day), is a major event representing Okinawa in October and is the largest traditional cultural event in the prefecture.

The first day's “Citizen Performing Arts and Folk Traditional Performing Arts Parade” is recommended for those who want to enjoy the festival atmosphere and traditional performing arts. In this parade, a number of traditional performing arts by each circle and group will be performed. Take a look at a variety of programs, including cute dance for children who want to clap involuntarily, creative Eisa folk dance with new essences to traditional culture, samba and hula dance with plenty of exoticism.
※In 2023, there will be no “Citizen Performing Arts / Folk Traditional Performing Arts Parade”.

On the second day, the festival's main festival. The rope used for general rope was certified as Guinness in 1995 as "the world's best straw rope" and is known as the "pride" of Naha citizens and Okinawan citizens.

In addition, you can't miss the "flag head line" held just before the general rope.
The flagship is a symbol for the region. Maybe the men who have made a bloody effort for this day lifted the flagship of 40-60 kilometers while sweating their whole body sweats? On the day of the event, thank you for your warm support and your clapping.

And at Ouyama General Sports Park, the “RBC Citizen Festival” is held throughout three days. You can enjoy a variety of live performances and stores.

"Okinawa Pan Sweets Festa" is an event proposed by a bagel specialty store coco bagel, where specialty bakery and confectionery shops from Okinawa gather together. This event is held twice a year, and this time it will be held at Shintoshin Park in Naha City. Let's enjoy delicious food with your family and friends.

"Okinawa 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.

The items to be exhibited at the Industrial Festival are rich in genres, including food, awamori, crafts, and Okinawan style Cool Biz's standard "Kariyushi Wear". In particular, awamori recommends you try a bite when you come to Okinawa!　Famous sake brewers such as Kumesen, Mizuho Sake Brewery, and Kikunoro Sake Brewery in Kumejima gather in the corner and perform tasting. Please get your favorite dish at great value.
Crafts such as Ryukyu glass, pottery, and Shisa are also recommended for souvenirs. They can easily answer questions, such as the origin of each item, how to use it properly, and which one is popular from the local people.

Okinawa in October, there are plenty of fascinating events that everyone can enjoy!　Those who want to immerse themselves in the history and traditions of Okinawa, and those who want to enjoy sightseeing leisurely and enjoy the event hot, should definitely be satisfied.
Depending on the event, popular sightseeing spots are the venue, so it may be a good idea to stop by casually visiting the spot.