Okinawa Food Guide: Champuru, Awamori, Taco Rice and the Longevity Diet of the Ryukyu Islands
Okinawa’s food is a world apart from mainland Japan, shaped by the Ryukyu Kingdom’s trade with China and Southeast Asia and decades of American influence. This complete first-timer’s guide covers the must-try dishes — goya champuru, Okinawa soba, rafute, taco rice and sea grapes — plus awamori and Orion beer, the famous longevity diet, where to eat from Makishi Market to island shokudo, regional specialties across Ishigaki and Miyako, edible souvenirs, dietary tips, prices in yen and USD, and a one-day Naha food itinerary.
