Domestic, and international flights from Asia regularly land at Naha Airport. The flight time from Tokyo to Naha is around 2 hours 45 minutes. The single line Okinawa Monorail, known as Yui Rail, runs between the airport and through the city center, stopping at various stations close to Kokusai Street.

Shuri Castle, named after the former capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, was home to a number of kings for centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the castle was built in the late 1300s and can be accessed through various gates. Visitors are drawn to the breathtaking views of Naha from the castle's hilltop location. Located in downtown Naha, Fukushu-en Garden was established in 1992 in commemoration of the ten years of friendship between Naha and its sister city, Fuzhou in China. To honor the relationship, the garden was built from wood and stone imported from Fuzhou. A walled Chinese garden, the landscape has been designed to reflect the historical and cultural ties between Okinawa and the Chinese mainland. You also can go to Naminoue Beach, located fifteen minutes from the Naha Airport, Naminoue allows visitors to take a relaxing dip before heading back to their hotel. With fully-equipped facilities such as changing rooms and lockers, the beach makes it easy to store your belongings while you enjoy the sun and sand.

Naha was once the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, so there's no shortage of ancient sites to explore. It's also a good idea to leave some space in your suitcase for all the goodies you'll probably get at lively farmers' markets and thriving traditional crafts shops.

Start your culinary journey at Makishi Public Market, a place that locals refer to as the “Kitchen of Okinawa.” Soak in the market atmosphere while browsing fresh-caught seafood, delicious meats, local produce, ready-to-eat foods, and more! Naha has many wining and dining options to suit all tastes and budgets. Steak and yakiniku barbecue restaurants are abundant, along with izakaya bars offering traditional cuisine such as goya champuru (stir-fried tofu, canned pork, and bitter melon). Kokusai Street is home to many lively pubs, cocktail bars, and numerous restaurants, but take a walk around the narrow streets off the main street to find hole-in-the-wall restaurants serving yakitori grilled chicken and many other dishes. Sakurazaka, located in central Naha and not far from Kokusai Street, is a friendly area home to numerous bars, clubs, and restaurants. Omoromachi, on the other hand, has many upscale restaurants serving a variety of different cuisines. There are also many excellent restaurants, as well as some small craft breweries, alongside the monorail track from Kencho Mae Station to Miebashi Station.

There is a wide range of accommodation options in Naha to suit all travel styles and budgets, from luxury resort hotels to smaller hostels and guesthouses, as well as apartment rentals. Many accommodations are concentrated in the neighborhoods around Kokusai Street.