Ginowan

Travel Guide

Leisure boats lined in the Ginowan harbor marina seen from Okinawa conversion center
Leisure boats lined in the Ginowan harbor marina seen from Okinawa conversion center
Leisure boats lined in the Ginowan harbor marina seen from Okinawa conversion center
Temple Futenma-Gu, Futenma Shrine, sanctuaire shinto situé à Ginowan, sur l’île d’Okinawa, au Japon
I found dragon balls.

Where to stay in Ginowan

I found dragon balls.

Oyama

While there might not be top attractions in Oyama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marine Corps Air Station Futenma and Ginowan Seaside Park.

Oyama
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Mashiki

While visiting Mashiki, you might make a stop by sights like Ginowan Marina and Ginowan Seaside Park.

Mashiki
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Futemma

Futemma might not have many top sights, but Camp Foster and Araha Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Futemma
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Uchidomari

Though Uchidomari might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ginowan Tropical Beach and Ginowan Marina.

Uchidomari
Naha, Okinawa/Japan - circa 2014: The Peace Memorial Park in Okinawa.

Kakazu

Travelers like the parks in Kakazu, and Kakazutaka Observatory Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Kiyuna

While Kiyuna might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marine Corps Air Station Futenma and Araha Beach.

Kiyuna
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Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan

Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan

4 out of 5
3-28-1 Mashiki Ginowan Okinawa
$191 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$210 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ginowan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews)
Stayed 6 mi go to it was awesome club level is definitely worth it for free food and drinks and pool just for club level rooms.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan
THE NEST NAHA

THE NEST NAHA

3 out of 5
1-6-1 Naha Okinawa
$84 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$92 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
Of my 33 day trip, this was by far the best place I’ve stayed in Japan My single room was roomy. I loved the outdoor pool in January! The decor was spot on! I loved the happy hour . I felt very pampered. Fantastic

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

THE NEST NAHA
Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

4.5 out of 5
1550-1 Fuchaku Onna Okinawa-ken
$179 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$197 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
Fantastic!!

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort
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Yenn's Marina Inn Mercy

Yenn's Marina Inn Mercy

3 out of 5
6-8-6 Oyama Ginowan Okinawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ginowan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Stayed here for a weekend trip and it was amazing. Great value for the price of the stay. Even with the language barrier as an English speaker, the staff was great with hospitality, service, and friendliness.

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Yenn's Marina Inn Mercy
Little Santa

Little Santa

3 out of 5
3-4-1 Mashiki Ginowan Okinawa
Stay at this vacation home in Ginowan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions American Village and Kokusai-dori Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
Staying here for 4 nights, room is spacious and exactly as on the photos. Kitchen is well equipped, there is balcony in the photo but is locked and not allowed to access. The toilet seat is not a Japanese style one, shower pressure is weak. There is a 2 in 1 washer and dryer. WiFi is bit slow too. ...

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Little Santa
BiBi Hotel FUTENMA

BiBi Hotel FUTENMA

3 out of 5
1 Chome-1-22 Ginowan Okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Ginowan. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (144 reviews)
It was my first self check in a hotel no receptionist it was different but manageable. They gave you instructions through email. Very clean place.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

BiBi Hotel FUTENMA
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Popular places to visit

Okinawa Convention Center

4/5(25 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Okinawa Convention Center during your trip to Ginowan. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Okinawa Convention Center

Marine Corps Air Station Futenma

3/5(1 review)

Marine Corps Air Station Futenma is just one of the places to see in Ginowan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Marine Corps Air Station Futenma

Ginowan Tropical Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ginowan Tropical Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ginowan. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

Ginowan Tropical Beach

Ginowan Seaside Park

4/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ginowan Seaside Park, a lovely green space in Ginowan. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Ginowan Seaside Park

Ginowan Marina

3/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Ginowan with a trip to Ginowan Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Ginowan Marina

Ginowan City Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ginowan City Museum during your trip to Ginowan. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Ginowan City Museum

Things to do

Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

$25
per adult
Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Double-Decker Bus,Okinawan Open Top Bus

Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips

$16
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
The best way to re-discover Okinawa

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop

$35
per adult
Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
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Reviews of Ginowan

4.4
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

SMS

Great area to stay and a lot cheaper than Naha.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

If you’re finding a very reasonably-priced place for a bigger group, this place IS perfect!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very quiet area but I'd imagine that the younger travelers would prefer the night life that American village provides in Chatan.

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