Kouri is a small island located in northern Okinawa. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters and connected by a 2-kilometer-long bridge to nearby Yagaji Is ... More
Kouri is a small island located in northern Okinawa. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters and connected by a 2-kilometer-long bridge to nearby Yagaji Island, Kouri has become one of the most popular scenic destinations in Okinawa. L lota is a new restaurant situated in the One Suite Hotel & Resort Kouri Island, right next to the front desk. Here you can enjoy gourmet creations prepared by Chef Akasaka that used to be available only to hotel guests. All dishes are made with fresh select ingredients from Okinawa, particularly from Kouri and the northern part of the island. Spacious and with a contemporary interior design, the restaurant’s many windows provide a 180-degree panoramic view of the ocean and nearby landscape. L lota's great service, excellent food and view will be sure to make you want to stay longer. This new destination is expected to attract even more visitors to Kouri.
Once you step inside, you can’t help but notice the wooden spoons and pottery that graced the entrance while you take off your shoes to walk on the sm ... More
Once you step inside, you can’t help but notice the wooden spoons and pottery that graced the entrance while you take off your shoes to walk on the smooth wood floors, making it clean enough for toddlers to crawl on the floor, and this they do in pairs, such is the popularity of this cafe with young families and sea changers escaping from Tokyo and other big cities on the mainland.
The menu here feature locally sourced vegetarian dishes and while there are only half a dozen choices, most come in sets consisting of five or so different plates in a tasting menu sized serving.
2031-138 Shoshi, Nakijin, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-0426 Japan
- Business hour -
Tue-Sat : 11:30am-16:00pm
(Closed on Sun&Mon)
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The one hour drive on the motorway north from Naha, with views of verdant subtropical mountains, and glimpses of the tranquil blue seas, is the perfect way to meditate and take in the country air on the way to Cafe Koku.
The Nakijin Castle Ruins are located on the Motobu Peninsula of northern Okinawa Honto and are among the UNESCO World Heritage designated Castles of t ... More
The Nakijin Castle Ruins are located on the Motobu Peninsula of northern Okinawa Honto and are among the UNESCO World Heritage designated Castles of the Ryukyu Kingdom. In contrast to other castles on Okinawa, Nakijin Castle stands in an area of low population density with lush forests, that bestow the ruins with a unique atmosphere.
Nakijin Castle was built in the late 1200s. During the Sanzan Period (1322-1429), Okinawa Honto was divided into three kingdoms: the Hokuzan in the north, the Chuzan in the middle and the Nanzan in the south. Nakijin served as the castle of the Hokuzan king until it was taken over by the Chuzan on their way to unifying the island and forming the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Besides the castle ruins stands the Nakijin Village History and Culture Center with a small museum displaying items unearthed on the castle grounds, such as Chinese pottery, coins and documents. There are also exhibits about everyday life and culture of Nakijin Village.
5101 Imadomari, Nakijin-son, Kunigami-gun 905-0428 Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
- Buiness hour -
Everday 08:00am-18:00pm
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The Nakijin Castle Ruins are located on the Motobu Peninsula in northern Okinawa Honto, about 90 kilometers from Naha, and about a ten minute car ride from the Ocean Expo Park.
By direct bus from Naha
The Yanbaru Express directly connects the airport and city center of Naha with Nakijin Castle. Get off at Nakijinjōshi-iriguchi (今帰仁城跡入口), from where it is a 15-20 minute walk uphill to the castle ruins. The one way trip takes about 2.5 hours and costs 2000-2100 yen. Buses operate roughly every two hours. In central Naha, the bus stops at the Prefectural Office (県庁北口, Kenchō Kitaguchi) and Tomari Port among other locations.
By bus from Nago
Bus line numbers 65 or 66 run counterclockwise and clockwise respectively in a loop around the Motobu Peninsula. Get off at Nakijinjōshi-iriguchi (今帰仁城跡入口, 45-60 minutes, 800 yen from Nago Bus Terminal, 1-2 buses per hour), from where it is a 15-20 minute walk uphill to the castle ruins. The counterclockwise line 65 is faster from Nago to the castle, while the clockwise line 66 is faster in the opposite direction.
By car
By car, take the Okinawa Expressway from Naha all the way to its northern end near Nago (1040 yen one way) and then follow regular roads across the Motobu Peninsula to the Nakijin Castle Ruins. In total, the journey takes about two hours one way (more during rush hours).
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