10 Recommended Lunches in Yanbaru｜Stylish, hole-in-the-wall favorites in northern Okinawa popular among locals.

Yanbaru, northern Okinawa
Introducing everything from popular restaurants to hole-in-the-wall lunches!

The Yanbaru area in the northern part of Okinawa's main island is a region of rich nature and unique culture.

While the area is also attracting attention as a tourist destination, it is also dotted with lunch spots loved by locals.

This time,Recommended lunch restaurants to visit in the northern area of Okinawa (Nago and north) including YanbaruThe following is a selection of the best of the best.

The diverse lineup includes Okinawan cuisine, healthy menus, and cafes with spectacular views!

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Naha/Northern Sightseeing] 1-Day Bus Tour B-2 Course☆Churaumi Aquarium & Tropical Dream Center & Manzamo & Bise Fukugi Namiki & American Village Sightseeing Tour《Including Okinawa soba lunch and admission fee》（No.723開始時間8:10-19:10所要時間Approx. 10-11 hours8,900 yen

1 Day Bus Tour B-1 Course☆Churaumi Aquarium, Tropical Dream Center, Manzamo, Bise Fukugi Namiki, and American Village Sightseeing Tour（Including admission fee and one sightseeing car ticket）（No.722開始時間8:10-19:10所要時間Approx. 10-11 hours8,400 yen

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(1) [Higashi-mura] Kaneyan Shokudo
Enjoy an Okinawan set meal at a stylish café!

Located in Higashimura, Kaneyan Shokudo is a restaurant where you can enjoy Okinawan set menus in a stylish cafe-like atmosphere.

Dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredientsis perfect for health-conscious people★.

At lunch time, a wide variety of dishes are available, including a daily set meal and Okinawan soba noodles.

Set meal with local fish called Yanbalsugiis popular.

(2) [Kunigami Village] Cafe Ajimui-Mori (Ajimui-Mori Cafe)
Hideaway Cafe in the Forest

Hidden in the forest of Kunigami Village, Café Ajimu Forest is a cafe where you can enjoy a homemade lunch in a quiet space surrounded by nature.

Plate lunches using plenty of local vegetables and sweets for a break are popular!

Surrounded by stylish interior design in the restaurant,A moment to heal both mind and bodyYou can spend a

3) [Kunigami Village] Rest House Hamakaze
Very popular with locals

Rest House Hamakaze is a longtime favorite of the locals, located along the seaside in Kunigami Village.

Set menus featuring fresh seafood and hearty lunch plates are attractive.

Value-priced set menusIt also has an at-home atmosphere that is recommended for tourists.

Kunigami Village] Kunigami Port Restaurant
Fresh Okinawan fish is excellent!

Kunigami Port Restaurant is located near the fishing port in Kunigami Village,Fresh seafood dishesis proud of the

A wide variety of dishes are available, including sashimi set menus, fried fish, and seafood rice bowls.

Local fishermen also go to this trusted restaurant!

5) [Kunigami Village] Yanbaru Shioya Bay Magusukuya
Healthy lunch with plenty of island vegetables

Yanbaru Shioya Bay Maagusukuya" is a restaurant where you can enjoy a healthy lunch using plenty of island vegetables.

In cooperation with local farmers, the menu features fresh vegetables!

Dusted with small bowls of carefully flavored handmade food. Recommended for vegetarians.

6) [Kunigami Village] Fushikubu Cafe
With a spectacular ocean view.

Fushikubu Café is located on a hilltop in Kunigami Village with a spectacular ocean view.Okinawa's northernmost cafeIt is.

The lunch menu includes lunch bowls with a twist on traditional Okinawan dishes, Soki Soba, and more.

Enjoy a luxurious lunch while taking in the beautiful scenery!

7) [Nago] Miyazato Soba
Taste of Okinawa Cuisine, a long-established restaurant where locals also go.

Miyazato Soba, located in Nago City, is a long-established Okinawa soba restaurant that has been loved by locals since its establishment.

Featuring a special broth and sticky noodles, you can enjoy classic Okinawan soba dishes such as Soki-soba and Sanpai-niku-soba.

The Soki Soba has a definite taste!It is a famous restaurant popular among tourists.

8) [Nago] Asatoya Dining & Kitchen
Okinawan cuisine served buffet style

Asatoya Dining & Kitchen is a buffet-style restaurant where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine.

A wide variety of dishes such as island tofu champuru, bitter gourd champuru, and Okinawan soba noodles are available.

Perfect for families and groups.It is!

9 【Nago】Suzume no Oyado
Unusual soba restaurant in northern Okinawa.

Suzume no Oyado is a soba (buckwheat noodle) restaurant in Nago City.

The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and serves delicious handmade soba noodles and a special soup stock.

It's located a little way off the beaten path, making it a hidden gem!

10) [Nago] Farmer's Kitchen Rakuya
Stylish galette restaurant

Farmer's Kitchen Rakuya is a trendy restaurant specializing in galette in Nago City.

Galette made with fresh local vegetables and buckwheat flouris popular.

You can enjoy a leisurely lunch in the restaurant’s relaxed atmosphere. We also recommend trying one of their sweet galettes for a snack!

If you go all the way to Yanbaru for lunch
Recommended tours to enjoy

Yanbaru is about a 1- to 2-hour drive from Naha. Since you’ve made the trip, be sure to enjoy Yanbaru’s natural beauty to the fullest!

Here are some recommended tours in Yanbaru.

Why not experience the charm of Okinawa to the fullest while getting in touch with nature?

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Okinawa/Northern Okinawa】Jungle Buggy in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest! Free cancellation up to 2 days in advance.開始時間10:30-11:30 / 11:45-12:45 / 13:00-14:00 / 14:15-15:15 / 15:30-16:30 / 16:45-17:45所要時間Approx. 1 hour7,000 yen

Yanbaru Walking / approx. 1.5hrs] The huge banyan tree in the World Heritage forest is breathtaking! A guided tour of the unexplored subtropical zone☆For those who want to enjoy nature, culture and history♪ (No.238)開始時間10:00-11:30 / 14:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours5,000 yen

Yanbaru Walking / 2 hours] Rainy Day OK! World Heritage Forest Walking Course with commentary by a qualified guide♪0-80 years old OK to participate (No.239)開始時間9:30-11:30 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,000 yen

river trekking

River trekking is a great way to experience the rich nature of Yanbaru!

In an activity that involves walking through clear streams and small waterfalls,Fun for children and adults alike!The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

While observing waterfront creatures and plants,Refreshing in natureis the attraction!

It is perfect for those who want to get a little exercise before or after lunch.

Ogimi Village, Okinawa/3 hours] Participation OK for ages 3 and up!開始時間9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours4,800 yen

Nago City, Okinawa/3 hours] Great Adventure in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest☆Jungle River Trekking Tour with Thrills and Adventurous Spirit★Free Photo（No.34開始時間8:30-11:30 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,500 yen

Nago City, Okinawa/1 day】World Heritage Yanbaru River Trekking Tour with Zipline Experience, the only one in Okinawa Prefecture that can be enjoyed with children (with transportation and lunch) (No.44)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours15,000 yen

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Okinawa Hiking Tours Trekking tours to enjoy the great outdoors with your whole body. The setting is a forest in the northern part of Okinawa's main island. The setting is a forest located in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa, where a wide variety of flora and fauna live in abundant nature. Trekking while feeling the clear air and pleasant breeze [...]. (17 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Shower Climbing Canyoning

If you want to enjoy nature in a more active way, look into shower climbing!

This is a thrilling adventure that takes you up a canyon and bathes you in waterfalls.

The tour will take you through the forests of Yanbaru, providing you with an excellent forest bathing experience!

Okinawa Nago City/Half Day] Exhilarating Shower Climbing & Canyoning Tour in the Unexplored Yanbaru Region (with Zip Slide Experience)★Free Photo & Video (No.73)開始時間Morning service: 8:30 a.m.
Afternoon service] 1:30 p.m. meeting 所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours8,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa] An overwhelming sense of exhilaration! Shower Climbing & Zipline Tour 《Photo data present, lunch and pickup included》（No.43）.開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours18,000 yen

Okinawa/Nago-shi/1 day]OK for participants aged 10 and up◎Canyoning experience full of natural activities☆Exhilarating adventure tour in Yanbaru Forest ＜Wear rental & photo data present＞ (No.251)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours11,000 yen

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Amphibious Vehicles & ATV Tours

For those who want an unusual experience, we recommend a tour of Yanbaru by amphibious vehicle or baby carriage!

Exhilarating driving experience along mountain roads and riversidescan be done.

One of the highlights is the exhilarating feeling of racing through the magnificent natural scenery, and we also recommend stopping at the scenic spots along the way to take photos!

Okinawa/Northern Okinawa】Jungle Buggy in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest! Free cancellation up to 2 days in advance.開始時間10:30-11:30 / 11:45-12:45 / 13:00-14:00 / 14:15-15:15 / 15:30-16:30 / 16:45-17:45所要時間Approx. 1 hour7,000 yen

Registration Currently Closed: [Okinawa Yanbaru / Approx. 2 hours] Beware of Laughing Too Much☆ Scenic Jungle Exploration Tour by 8-Wheeled Tank Open to Ages 4 and Up♪ (No. 223)開始時間9:00-11:00 / 12:00-14:00 / 15:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours16,000 yen

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ATV (amphibious vehicle) experience tour on the main island of Okinawa To Okinawa Nature Forest Yanbaru★ A spectacular outdoor experience by amphibious vehicle Yanbaru in the northern part of Okinawa's main island has been registered as a World Natural Heritage site, and is a popular area where beautiful natural scenery of Okinawa still remains. Jungle exploration in this unexplored region is truly a unique [...]. (4 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

summary

The Yanbaru area is full of charm, combining the richness of nature and local food culture unique to northern Okinawa.

From Okinawan cuisine, seafood, menus using local ingredients, buffet style and stylish cafes, visitors can choose from the 10 restaurants introduced here according to their preferences.

In addition, there are a wide variety of Yanbaru forest tours that can be enjoyed together with lunch.

The great charm of Yanbaru is that you can fully enjoy both sightseeing and gourmet food.

On your next trip to Okinawa, be sure to visit one of Yanbaru’s lunch spots and fully immerse yourself in the delicious food and natural beauty!

It will surely be an unforgettable day.

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