Things to Do
Ushiorasee: Your Complete Guide to Okinawa’s Ancient Bullfighting Tradition
No matadors, no swords—just two bulls going head-to-head in Okinawa’s oldest living sport.
May 15, 2026
No matadors, no swords—just two bulls going head-to-head in Okinawa’s oldest living sport.
Naminouegu Festival brings traditional sumo, dance, and community events to Naha’s beloved shrine. Family-friendly celebration.
Most visitors think they’ve tasted Okinawa after one plate of taco rice and a scoop of Blue Seal. But the real island lives in quieter dishes — the ones that don’t come with English menus or flashy photos. From storm-born pancakes and seaweed believed to carry the blessing of the ocean, to rice stretched from scraps during harder times, Okinawa’s true soul food isn’t about presentation. It’s about memory, survival, and feeding the people you love.
Centuries of tradition feature Bingata robes and horse-headed dancers alongside Eisa drummers and karate displays.
Okinawan food is not subtle. It’s not delicate Kyoto kaiseki where someone whispers about seasonal leaves.It’s not Tokyo foam-on-a-plate cuisine. Okinawan food looks at you
A complete Okinawa Hatsumōde 2026 guide featuring popular shrines and temples, prayer themes like traffic safety and health, locations, and New Year visit tips.
A list of best sunrise watching spots across Okinawa on New Years Day from south end to north end.
Experience Yomitan Festival’s live Ryukyu music, creative plays, and fireworks as locals celebrate Okinawan culture with passion and energy.
Celebrate Uruma’s 20th anniversary with the 20th Eisa Festival featuring traditional and modern performances plus a lively kachaashii finale.
If you think tug-of-war is just kids yanking on a rope in gym class, Okinawa is here to prove you wrong. The Naha Great Tug-of-War
If you’re looking for the ultimate Okinawan festival vibes, mark your calendar for the 42nd Yomitan Youth Eisa Festival happening on September 27 (Sat) and
Traditional Okinawan street festival with Eisa parade, food, and games where locals turn the street into a lively party.