What other travelers are saying about Okinawa World
Key Highlights 🎐
🎟️ Ticket 2000 yen per person (Adult)
Easy Self ticketing (offer Japanese and English options)
🚕 Uber about 20-25 mins from Kokusai doo ri Iriguchi (~3300-4000 yen)
🥾 A Remarkable Limestone Cave Pathway: Approximately 40 mins walk
🛖 Japanese Culture Experience-Japanese raditional and historical villages setting
🏝️ Tropical fruit tree juggle
👘 Tradition Japanese customs rental for photo shoots available
🪘Special Japanese Drum performance
🎏 Crafting classes-Kids friendly
Location
Highly recommended for people who loves nature and seeking for traditional Japanese culture experience. It’s close by Naha harbor. It’s one of the stop from our cruise line and it’s easy to get there with uber or taxi.
Limestone Cave (40 mins underground walk)
I Was surprised by its long and impressive beautiful arranged limestone cave pathway. The lighting and long history of the limestone is remarkable! 🤩
Never been to a limestone cave with such a long pathway like this one. We were there in late December and the cave was still pretty humid and warm (~21C). It was pretty warm when we were there, so I would highlight recommended to have a thin layer underneath for comfort while walking in the cave since it will be a long walk. For tall people, be aware of your head space because of the limestone forming on top. There also have some warning signage for limestone that grows from top toward the ground.
🌴🌺 Tropical Fruit Tree Juggle
I was also amused by many tropical fruits trees they have. They have star fruits, banana, and many others. Different worth of visit. It was just so stunning when coming out from the limestone cave and see a hug tropical fruit garden! They also sells some fruit juice definitely look out for their daily recommendations item/flavor.
Japanese Village and their Speical performance
After the tropical garden, you will be introduced by the traditional Japanese Village. Definitely worth to spend some time to walk and explore around. It’s such a nice experience. Also watch out for their special performance as well. Don’t miss it 🤭
Overall this is definitely a gem in Okinawa. It definitely worth a visit but make sure you reserve at least 2-3 hours or even half a day there because just the limestone cave experience takes at least 40 mins. They also provide some crafting sessions for people and kids.
Hope these information helps! Have a great trip! Enjoy your visit!!
Okinawa World is accessible by car or bus from Naha, the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture. It's about a 30-minute drive from Naha Airport. There are also several local bus services that stop near the park.
The main attractions include Gyokusendo Cave, one of the longest caves in South Asia filled with stunning stalactites and stalagmites; a traditional Ryukyu village with crafts demonstrations; Habu Park, a museum and show about the local venomous snake; and Eisa dance performances showcasing Okinawan culture.
Absolutely, There are numerous shops within Okinawa World where you can purchase Okinawan crafts, textiles, pottery, and other souvenirs. The craft village also offers the opportunity to make your own crafts as a unique souvenir.
Yes, Okinawa World is a family-friendly attraction with plenty of activities and shows that children will enjoy. The park also offers educational experiences about Okinawan culture and nature.
Most people visit the cave玉泉洞. There are pictures inside there. It was great. Me and my family took photos there. Also, there was a 2026 new year drum for us to hit which I think represents good luck? idk but once you enter the cave, it feels like a sauna lol. So, I recommend to take off your jackets once you enter the cave.
The last thing was something that I personally didn't like, after visiting the cave, my family and I wanted to head back to the carpark but there were like 5 shops on our way, my family was so interested and i had to wait grrrrrrr WHY CAN YOU JUST HAVE A STRAIGHT PATH WITHOUT ANY SHOPS RAHHHHHHH it's a pity that I didn't go to the snake area since i did not have enough time and wanted to enjoy the onsen of ASBO Stay Hotel which I also made a review of it.
Okinawa World is a theme park packed with the charm, culture, and history of “old Okinawa,” all in one place.
The park is divided into four main areas. First is **Gyokusendo Cave**, a breathtaking limestone cave that takes about 30 minutes to explore underground. I visited in early December, and surprisingly, the cave felt more humid than outside and it is 21 Celsius year round . Next is the **Tropical Fruit Garden**, where you’ll see a variety of exotic fruits with shapes you may have never seen before. The **Ryukyu Kingdom Castle Town** offers a peaceful stroll through traditional streets, and you might even meet Sora, a Ryukyu dog designated as a natural monument. The fourth area is the **Habu Park**, where you can learn about snakes and see giant land tortoises.
There are also many hands-on experiences available, such as renting traditional Ryukyu Kingdom costumes, making Ryukyu glass, creating shisa pottery, indigo dyeing, and weaving.
The great park to experience Okinawan culture, history, and entertainment all in one visit. It was a nice pace fore relaxing and sitting in the very old kominkan.
Visited Okinawa World with my family and had a wonderful time. The highlight was Gyokusendo Cave, beautifully lit and easy to walk through.
We also explored the traditional Okinawan village, watched the lively Eisa drum performances (my son loved them!), and visited the Habu Museum, which was both fun and educational. The Fruit Orchard was very interesting, and we all enjoyed the fresh fruit juices from the cafes.
The whole place is well maintained and very family-friendly.
Tip: You can comfortably explore everything in about 2–2.5 hours. Wear comfortable shoes and check the schedule for Eisa performances to catch the show.
Amazing cultural theme park about Okinawa. Entrance fee is only 200yen. There are many parts to the park. You start by visiting a natural cave. Then you see the tropical plants and fruits. There is a counter where you can buy different fresh juices and snacks. There are many workshops you can try for a small fee. You can make tea, weave, paint, blow glass, dyeing,… You can even retrieve your own pearl from a shell and they will make a ring or necklace with it! There also explain how they make habushu (snake alcohol). You also get to see some live animals there. Very informative and interesting park.
