American Village
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vincentc816
Singapore, Singapore169 contributions
Dec 2019
The American Village was built as a replica of a San Diego shopping street. This is not a bad place for a stroll along the beach, comfort food such as Taco Rice or Japanese fast food snacks, and having a look at the various shops - mainly selling clothes, collectibles. But it is also a very touristic place and the prices are relatively high since the shops have imported goods. Special mention though for the Bokunen Museum which was for me the highlight of our visit there.
Written January 4, 2020
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Hiroaki Kaneko
Tokyo, Japan3,446 contributions
May 2022
1950年以降の、少し昔のどこか懐かしいアメリカの雰囲気が漂うリゾート地区です。元は在日米軍基地があった場所で、『アメリカンビレッジ』という名称であるものの身分証明等を提示することなく利用できます。
周遊するだけなら30分程度と比較的コンパクトな敷地ですが、カフェ・レストラン・映画館・ライブハウス・リゾートホテルなど、様々なエンターテインメント施設が揃っています。それぞれの施設も個性豊かで統一性がなく、壁面もカラフルに彩られており、各施設を利用せず歩いて回るだけでも楽しめるでしょう。ところどころに休憩用ベンチもあるため、テイクアウトでドリンク等を注文して食べ歩き・飲み歩きを楽しむ観光客もいます。
基本的に車での利用となりますが、イオンモールが併設されていることもあり、特に休日では近隣の駐車場は満車となっている可能性が高いです。加えて幹線道路が国道58号線のみであるため、慢性的に混雑し、渋滞が発生することにも注意が必要です。特に那覇空港から飛行機で出発される方は注意が必要です。
It is a resort district with a nostalgic American atmosphere from the 1950s onward. The area used to be a U.S. military base in Japan. Although it is called "American Village," it can be used without showing identification.
The district is relatively compact, taking about 30 minutes only to tour around, but it offers a variety of entertainment facilities, including cafes, restaurants, movie theaters, live music venues, and a resort hotel. Each facility has its own unique personality, and the walls are colorfully decorated, making it enjoyable just to walk around without using each facility. There are also benches for resting here and there, so tourists can order take-out drinks and other items to enjoy eating and drinking.
Basically, you will need to use a car, but since the AEON Mall is attached to the district, there is a high possibility that the nearby parking lots will be full, especially on holidays. In addition, since the only major road is National Route 58, it should be noted that the area is chronically crowded and congested. Particular attention should be paid to those departing by air from Naha Airport.
周遊するだけなら30分程度と比較的コンパクトな敷地ですが、カフェ・レストラン・映画館・ライブハウス・リゾートホテルなど、様々なエンターテインメント施設が揃っています。それぞれの施設も個性豊かで統一性がなく、壁面もカラフルに彩られており、各施設を利用せず歩いて回るだけでも楽しめるでしょう。ところどころに休憩用ベンチもあるため、テイクアウトでドリンク等を注文して食べ歩き・飲み歩きを楽しむ観光客もいます。
基本的に車での利用となりますが、イオンモールが併設されていることもあり、特に休日では近隣の駐車場は満車となっている可能性が高いです。加えて幹線道路が国道58号線のみであるため、慢性的に混雑し、渋滞が発生することにも注意が必要です。特に那覇空港から飛行機で出発される方は注意が必要です。
It is a resort district with a nostalgic American atmosphere from the 1950s onward. The area used to be a U.S. military base in Japan. Although it is called "American Village," it can be used without showing identification.
The district is relatively compact, taking about 30 minutes only to tour around, but it offers a variety of entertainment facilities, including cafes, restaurants, movie theaters, live music venues, and a resort hotel. Each facility has its own unique personality, and the walls are colorfully decorated, making it enjoyable just to walk around without using each facility. There are also benches for resting here and there, so tourists can order take-out drinks and other items to enjoy eating and drinking.
Basically, you will need to use a car, but since the AEON Mall is attached to the district, there is a high possibility that the nearby parking lots will be full, especially on holidays. In addition, since the only major road is National Route 58, it should be noted that the area is chronically crowded and congested. Particular attention should be paid to those departing by air from Naha Airport.
Written June 20, 2022
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Daneon Riley
Phoenix, AZ4 contributions
Jul 2022
Every lunch-dinner experience was awesome!!! All meals were prepared with exceptional care and detail. Regardless of which restaurant you visit, the customer service, meal size and the standard of excellence is displayed. The best food throughout my travels is in Okinawa, Japan.
Written July 29, 2022
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Vthc4
Singapore, Singapore319 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
American Village is beautiful to look at and you can’t help but feel excited when you first visit it. Shortly after the excitement wanes, perhaps because it is not as bustling as Naha’s Kokusai Street. Shop mix is not exciting. It reminds me a little of Las Vegas when it lights up at night but it’s a little too artificial for me.
Written November 8, 2023
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hweeying
Johor Bahru, Malaysia4,444 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
Located in Naha city. A must check in place in Okinawa. Many restaurant you can easily grab your favorite food. There is a cinema here also. The time we came in afternoon so most of the restaurant still remain closed. I think better come by evening time.
Visited on June 2019.
Visited on June 2019.
Written June 23, 2020
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Lily M
Hong Kong, China65 contributions
Nov 2019
Beware of the steps.
There was a nice noodle restaurant.
Good to take photo around only.
If you have enough time, a huge household stall nearby is worth to visit instead of those pharmacies.
There was a nice noodle restaurant.
Good to take photo around only.
If you have enough time, a huge household stall nearby is worth to visit instead of those pharmacies.
Written June 24, 2020
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Zimminaroundtheworld
Okinawa Prefecture, Japan1,877 contributions
May 2021
American Village is a cool area in Chatan. I don't come here all that often, but the times I am here, it is a pretty cool place. American Village is full of shops, restaurants, and cool places to explore. It is located right by the ocean with great views. For the most part it is pretty clean and safe. I recommend coming here both during the day and at night. There are a lot of cool little cafes facing the ocean side that are worth going to in order to relax and take in the views. Not a whole lot of American shops or anything, but you can find American style restaurants. It's an enjoyable area and well worth a visit.
Written May 28, 2021
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D13O
The Hague, The Netherlands237 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
The title is actually all you need to know. Maybe Americans can see the charm of this small town, but I dont get why this is even considerd an attraction. It's just shops and some dodgy food options. It was part of my tour, but I jumped in a taxi after 5 minutes. I rather pay money to leave, than staying for free. It might have been a thing 60 yearys ago, but now it's just a bunch of crap.
Written October 18, 2023
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Melinda G
Osaka, Japan473 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
We didn’t expect to see so many Xmas decorations. It was beautifully decorated with lights and many displays. There are so many restaurants and shops to choose from. There are fireworks every Saturday night at 8 pm so you need to make sure you find a place to watch. They are less than five minutes but worth it.
Written December 27, 2021
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Bill R
Crestview, FL302 contributions
Feb 2023
Lots of good restaurants and shops, but hard to tell when things are going to actually be open. If you're looking for gifts to take back home, a great meal, or just an afternoon cocktail, coffee, or sweet treat, this is the place to stop by. Be sure to check out the walkway by the water, that's where some of the best eats and treats are, along with an amazing view.
Written March 22, 2023
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Robert G
5 contributions
I have been told by personnel at the Kadena Air Base that there is a location in the American Village that does the COVID PCR test with advertised turn around of two hours for results. Does anyone have information about that or can confirm?
How can go to I American village from Churaumi Aquarium ? If I call taxi How much of the cost? Thank you
deniseeeee1221
Toronto, Canada31 contributions
Hi are there any restaurants inside American Village, and do they close early?? We are thinking to do dinner there :)
Tom0326
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan167 contributions
Please rest assured. Most restaurants are open until 23:00 and you can enjoy a nice dinner！
silsuz
Montgomery, AL35 contributions
Is this a good place to visit for Christmas lights display on Christmas Eve?
Kimmie
Singapore, Singapore5 contributions
Yes as the beach is still quite a nice place to walk and lovely sunset..Great to have something very different in Japan. A bit of Hawaii in Japan..
赤ちゃんのお洋服専門店ｯﾃ、ありますか？m(__)m
ishizuka-jp
Shibuya, Japan236 contributions
沖縄には年に数回行きますが、赤ちゃん用子供服大型専門店は、沖縄中部北部にはないと思います。
国際通りの外れにプラネタリウムのあるショッピングモールに少しあったと思いますが、近年デパートも撤退し、ほとんどの人はイオンかネットで買っているようです。
オススメは、韓国ですね、日本にないデザインの子供服ベビー服が多くあります。
韓国の冬は半端じゃなく寒いですが旅費は激安ですし、冬物のセールもありますから韓国をお勧めします。
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Frequently Asked Questions about American Village
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- (0.10 mi) Utopia
- (0.14 mi) Terrace Garden Mihama Resort
- (0.22 mi) Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort
- (0.18 mi) Monpa
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- Restaurants near American Village:
- (0.00 mi) Cozy Roof Top Bar
- (0.00 mi) A&W
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- (0.01 mi) Ichigenya
- (0.01 mi) Speciality Sandwich Richly
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