SUI TAXI · NORTHERN OKINAWA
Ryukyu Village Touching the Old Okinawan Way of Life.
Onna ｜ Okinawan Culture Theme Park ｜ Eisa Dance · Sanshin · Traditional Crafts
A Theme Park Where You Can Fully Experience Ryukyuan Life.
Ryukyu Village is an Okinawan cultural theme park spread across the lush green hills of Onna Village. Traditional red-tiled houses relocated from various parts of Okinawa line the grounds, and some of them are designated as national registered tangible cultural properties. Within these houses over a century old, you can listen to the sound of the sanshin and relive the daily life of the old Ryukyu Kingdom—a truly rare space.
The park's biggest attraction is the Eisa dance show. The powerful Eisa performance, with drums and chants echoing throughout, is a breathtaking display that lets you feel Okinawa's festival culture firsthand. The dancers' vigorous movements and colorful costumes captivate every viewer. Between shows, live sanshin performances and Ryukyuan classical dance are also presented, allowing you to enjoy Okinawan traditional performing arts throughout the day.
Hands-on programs are also extensive, including pottery (yachimun), bingata dyeing, Ryukyu glass-making, and sata andagi cooking, letting you touch and learn Okinawan traditional crafts firsthand. The sugar cane pressing experience offers a close-up look at the process of making brown sugar the traditional way. About 1 hour from Naha via expressway. Admission is ¥2,000 for adults and ¥800 for children.
Red-tiled houses relocated from across Okinawa. Some are designated registered tangible cultural properties.
Highlights of Ryukyu Village
Strolling through the park, stone-paved paths wind between red-tiled houses, creating a landscape that feels like stepping back in time. In each house, traditional practices such as sanshin playing, weaving, and indigo dyeing are recreated—visitors can not only observe but also participate. The park's unique appeal lies in the opportunity to learn about traditional Okinawan architectural styles and feng shui philosophy through features like hinpun (screen-like stone walls), shisa guardian lions, and rows of fukugi trees.
The park's restaurants serve Okinawan soba, goya champuru, and other local dishes, while Okinawan sweets like sata andagi and chinsuko are also available. The souvenir shop offers a rich selection of bingata-pattern goods, Ryukyu glassware, awamori spirits, and other distinctly Okinawan items—perfect for finding travel mementos. Seasonal events and night shows are also held, so checking the schedule on the official website before your visit is recommended.
Stone-paved paths and red-tiled houses. The village landscape of old Ryukyu is faithfully recreated.
The powerful Eisa performance. Okinawa's festival culture resonates with drums and chants.
Ryukyu Village by Taxi
From Naha to Ryukyu Village is about 1 hour via expressway. Allow 2–3 hours to enjoy the Eisa show, craft workshops, and park exploration. The "Northern Culture Course (5–6 hours)" ¥35,000– combined with Manzamo (about 10 minutes by car) is a popular course for enjoying both Okinawa's nature and culture in one day. The "Yomitan-Onna Culture Course" combining Murasaki Mura (about 15 minutes by car) and Yachimun no Sato (about 20 minutes by car) is also well-received.
While Ryukyu Village is accessible by bus, services are limited and wait times can be long. With SUI TAXI, you can build a flexible schedule around the show times and workshop programs. For those who want to efficiently visit nearby spots like Manzamo and Maeda Cape (Blue Cave), a charter taxi is the ideal means of transport.
— Check the Eisa Show Schedule in Advance: Ryukyu Village's Eisa show is performed several times daily at set times. The main show schedule varies by season, so please check the official website or confirm when booking SUI TAXI. Walk-in registration is available for craft programs, but advance booking is recommended during peak periods.
Ryukyu Village Tour Fares
| Plan | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Round-trip charter from Naha (4 hours) | ¥28,000〜 | Up to 5 guests per vehicle. From ¥5,600 per person. Expressway tolls, parking and admission charged separately |
| Northern culture course (5–6 hours, with Manzamo) | ¥35,000〜 | Up to 5 guests per vehicle. From ¥7,000 per person. Expressway tolls, parking and admission charged separately |
| Naha Airport → hotels around Yamada, Onna (transfer) | ¥21,000〜 | Up to 5 guests per vehicle. From ¥4,200 per person. Expressway tolls included |
| hotels around Yamada, Onna → Naha Airport (transfer) | ¥21,000〜 | Up to 5 guests per vehicle. From ¥4,200 per person. Expressway tolls included |
Charter fares are time-based at ¥7,000 per hour (¥3,500 per additional 30 minutes booked in advance). Extensions made after departure are ¥4,200 per 30 minutes. Admission, expressway tolls and parking are charged at cost. For charters of 6 hours or more we take a 30% deposit when you book, and the balance is paid on the day. Minimum booking times depend on where you start: from 3 hours in the south and central area, 4 hours in Onna Village and 6 hours in the north, and 8 hours for trips that cross between the south and the north. Where a long transfer is involved, the transfer fare for that stretch is the floor for the price.
Location
1130 Yamada, Onna Village, Kunigami, Okinawa
Admission
Adults ¥2,000 / Children ¥800
From Naha
Approx. 1 hour via expressway
Experiences
Eisa, sanshin, bingata dyeing, pottery, Ryukyu glass
Access Information
| Location | 1130 Yamada, Onna Village, Kunigami, Okinawa |
| Hours | 9:30–17:00 (last admission 16:00) |
| Admission | Adults ¥2,000 / Children ¥800 |
| From Naha | Approx. 1 hour via expressway |
| Nearby Spots | Manzamo (10 min by car) · Maeda Cape (10 min by car) · Murasaki Mura (15 min by car) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a taxi from Naha to Ryukyu Village cost?
A round-trip charter of 4 hours starts from ¥28,000. That is the price for one Alphard carrying up to five guests, so with five people it works out from ¥5,600 each. Admission (¥2,000 adults, ¥800 children) and expressway tolls are charged separately.
How long does the village take?
Two to three hours covers the grounds and a workshop. Last admission is 4pm, so an early start helps if you are going in the afternoon.
Can we see the eisa performance?
Performances run several times a day. Tell us when you book and we will time your arrival to the start.
Can we add Manzamo or Maeda Cape?
Yes, both about 10 minutes away. Ryukyu Village with Manzamo makes a 5 to 6 hour northern culture course from ¥35,000.
Is it easy with small children?
The grounds are flat and fine with a pushchair. Infant, toddler and booster seats are free of charge; please tell us your children's ages when you book.
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