Nago

Travel Guide

Busena Marine Park
Busena Marine Park showing a beach, jet skiing and tropical scenes
Nago showing food
Nago showing food
Busena Marine Park featuring rugged coastline

Enjoy the hot weather on the beaches and let your kids loose on the thrilling activities in this city, where fruit themes abound.

As one of Okinawa Island’s largest settlements, Nago has a rich history and many resorts. Appreciate scenic beaches, dramatic mountains on the horizon and plenty of green spaces that allow the city to breathe. Bring your children to enjoy the fun events and sights in this commune.

Note that the city has many outdoor activities that complement its year-round warm weather. August is the wettest month and December is the driest. Relax at the scenic Kariyushi Beach, which is bordered by a large row of trees. Ride a banana boat, swim in the pools and try other watersports.

Sunbathe on the neighboring Kise Beach. Just west on a small peninsula is Busena Beach. Use the underwater observatory and walk out on the pier.

Take the kids on the picturesque train running through Neo Park. This large zoo allows you to feed ostriches and flamingos. Stroke cute dogs in the petting zoo. A little west is Nago Pineapple Park with pineapple-themed kids’ rides. Ride the buggies shaped like pineapples to get around this park and learn the history of the spiky fruit. See how pineapple wine is made.

Visit the adjacent Okinawa Fruit Land, another adventure park with a theme of healthy eating. Learn about the origins of each fruit with the range of trees here.

Attend the Nago Cherry Blossom Festival in late January to see the city in full bloom. Take part in the Tour de Okinawa bicycle race in November.

The commune lies at the northern end of the island of Okinawa. Fly to Naha Airport in the island’s capital city and drive north for 50 miles (80 kilometers) to get here. You can also arrive at Iejima Airport on its eponymous island. Make sure to see neighboring landmarks, including Mount Yonaha and Mount Yae.

Nago is a fascinating place for kids to play on the beaches and learn about the joys of fruit.

Where to stay in Nago

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Biimata

Travelers like the shopping in Biimata, and Nago Pineapple Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Biimata
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Agarie

Travelers like the restaurants in Agarie, and Okinawakaigan Quasi-National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Agarie
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Gabusoka

While visiting Gabusoka, you might make a stop by sights like Neo Park and Okinawakaigan Quasi-National Park.

Gabusoka
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Yamanoha

4/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Yamanoha. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nago Pineapple Park and Nago City Hall are a few top sights nearby.

Yamanoha
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Isagawa

While Isagawa isn't home to many top sights, Neo Park and Nago Castle Historical Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Isagawa
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Goga

While Goga might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Neo Park and Nago Pineapple Park.

Goga
Kariyushi LCH Resort
Kariyushi LCH Resort
3 out of 5
1996 Kise, Nago, Okinawa
The price is ¥13,364 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
¥13,364
¥14,700 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Nago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Popular attractions Manza Beach and Kariyushi Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (227 reviews)
"Nice location away from the main cities of Okinawa. Staff were friendly and spoke some English, and rooms were clean. Ocean view room was nice, although directly above the pool which could get noisy if it was busy. Beautiful beach with a netted-off swimming area and a inflatable obstacle course which ..."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Kariyushi LCH Resort
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1490-1 Kise, Nago, Okinawa
The price is ¥58,182 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
¥58,182
¥64,000 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (655 reviews)
"Amazing hotel and staff"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
The Busena Terrace
The Busena Terrace
4.5 out of 5
1808 Kise, Nago, Okinawa-ken
The price is ¥59,578 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
¥59,578
¥77,564 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Nago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Busena Terrace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Tomas Nago
Hotel Tomas Nago
3 out of 5
Yabu 611, Nago, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Nago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kise Beach and Kariyushi Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
"Great comfort for the value of you have a car is a perfect little get away walking distance from the beach"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Hotel Tomas Nago
New Normal Hotel in NAGO
New Normal Hotel in NAGO
3 out of 5
949 Miyazato, Nago, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Nago. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Kise Beach and Kariyushi Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
"這服務公寓的房間設備很完善,有小厨房,洗衣及乾衣機,空間亦寬敞,位於比較幽静位置,公寓前有足夠停車位,適合自駕旅遊,附近5至10分鐘車程有很多美食,Mega Aeon, Mega Donki, 晚上很容易打發時間"

Reviewed on May 28, 2025

New Normal Hotel in NAGO
Condominium Likka in Nago
Condominium Likka in Nago
3 out of 5
1-1-3-1 Oominami, Nago, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star condo in Nago. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kise Beach and Kariyushi Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Cheap parking. Accessible to several places. Complete stuff. Free use of utensils"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2020

Condominium Likka in Nago
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Nago

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 45%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Close to USMC base and Aquarium.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Scenery is stunning!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There are some nice restaurants, but you really have to search for them, well worth it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Definitely need a rental car if you want to see any other sights in Okinawa.

1/5 - Terrible

Sam

The hotel experience was terrible!

2/5 - Disappointing

Sam

Old town and few restaurants. No many places to visit...

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