Bars in Okinawa Prefecture! 10 popular places to visit by area

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At Bar Owl in Naha City on Okinawa Honto (Okinawa Main Island), you can enjoy cocktails unique to Okinawa.

Beyond the heavy door is a stylish space with a counter lined with tropical fruits and comfortable sofas where you can sit back and relax.

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The specialty here is gorgeous looking cocktails made with plenty of seasonal fruit.

In the past, they have featured mikan (mandarin oranges) from Okinawa Prefecture, and guests said they enjoyed not only the fruit itself but also the authentic taste of the cocktails.

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Traditional Okinawan cocktails made with awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit) are also popular.

Awamori is a distilled liquor made from rice and brewed entirely with black koji mold, known for its rich aroma and full flavor. Some say it had a clear awamori character while still being easy to drink and tasty.

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El Lequio is a stylish bar where South American and Okinawan (Okinawa) vibes come together.

In addition to sofa seating, there is a 15m-long counter. Another draw of the place is its casual atmosphere, where you can relax and enjoy yourself without feeling stiff.

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Cocktails include the "Ryukyu-Inspired" classic twist series, which makes the most of Okinawan ingredients.

The lineup is diverse, with drinks made using kokuto (brown sugar) from pressed sugarcane juice and cocktails featuring Ryukyu awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit).

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At this bar, whose concept is “Nikkei-Latino,” you can enjoy cocktails like mojitos, caipirinhas, and pisco sours, each given an Okinawan style twist.

The cocktails here also stand out for their unique ingredient combinations, and many of them sound exciting.

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At Ryukyu Mixology Style Bar Alchemist, mixology-style cocktails made with ingredients from Okinawa Prefecture and modern preparation techniques are popular.

The interior has a stylish design, with the restaurant's attention to detail showing in the textures and color scheme.

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The cocktails, made with equipment like liquid nitrogen and smoke machines, are said to be fun to watch and stimulate all five senses.

Depending on the menu, the cocktails are mixed with spices, house-made liqueurs, syrups, and more.

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For the first drink, they recommend the signature cocktail, “Okinawa Kaoru Gin and Tonic.”

This cocktail includes getto (shell ginger), a plant that grows wild in Okinawa, as well as sanpin-cha (Okinawan jasmine tea), which locals have long enjoyed.

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SUNSET BAR SPECTRA is a sunset bar located in Halekulani Okinawa, a beach resort hotel. Inside, there are counter seats and relaxing sofa seats.

Beyond the windows, the sky and sea stretch out before you, and you can enjoy the dreamy view as dusk turns to night.

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"Halekulani Sunset" is a tropical cocktail in the Halekulani Classic Series made with white rum and guava.

"Mai Tai," made with gold rum and orange curaçao, is one of the cocktails loved at Halekulani.

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The menu items made with original gin and the mixology cocktails are also well regarded.

The "Mesukaretto Fizz" in the photo is said to be a fun drink with a performance wrapped in smoked aroma.

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Ni is a wine bar with a stylish exterior, tucked away just off the lively Kokusai-dori (Kokusai Street). The wine bottles lined up on the shelves and walls inside make quite an impression.

The space is compact, with counter and table seating available.

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You can mainly enjoy natural wine.

The wine selection also includes Champagne and rosé, with a wide range on offer. If you tell the owner what kind of wine you like, they will suggest a recommendation.

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They also offer a full lineup of small plates that bring out the flavors of the wine.

The photo shows the "blue cheese mousse." This dish pairs carefully prepared blue cheese with a baguette. It is said to go especially well with orange wine.

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This bar is located on the top floor of Haiatto Rījenshī Naha Okinawa.

The night view over Naha City from the windows, live piano and harp performances, and the polished skills of the veteran bartenders all come together to create a refined space.

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What you can enjoy at this place is high quality cocktails made by bartenders.

The menu features the bar's original signature cocktails. "HY-SAI Haisai" is a drink that expresses the vermilion color of Shurijo (Shuri Castle), a symbol of Okinawa's history.

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For cocktails, they also recommend a glass with the aroma of seasonal fresh fruit.

They also have a wide selection of alcoholic drinks, including awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit) and whisky. The wine cellar inside the restaurant is lined with bottles Special selected by a sommelier from around the world.

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At Ukishima Brewing, a beer bar near Daiichi Makishi Kosetsu Ichiba (First Makishi Public Market), you can enjoy craft beer delivered straight from the brewery.

There are seats available in total as stylish counter seating and spacious table seating that also works well for groups.

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The star of the show is the brewery's own beer, with a wide range of aroma and flavor.

There are 8 kinds of beer, and the lineup changes depending on the season. The beer in the photo is Ukishima Belgian IPA, which has a floral aroma.

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The “Ukishima Beer Tasting Set” lets you choose 3 kinds from the list and compare different beers.

This shop offers beer and food menu items that pair well with beer. They say every dish is excellent, made with seasonal ingredients.

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"Otona no Kakurega BAR Duce" is a bar with a calm atmosphere, and even the entrance has a clever touch.

Inside, the lighting is kept low, and the space features a stylish single slab wood counter at the back bar along with table seating.

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The "Jikasei Otona no Karua Miruku (house made grown up Kahlua milk)" is a dessert cocktail served in a copper glass.

The foam on top is light and airy, and the slightly bitter coffee, sweetness, and alcohol are said to be mixed in just the right balance.

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The “Otona no Moscow Mule” gets its signature taste from a spicy dry ginger ale made by infusing fresh ginger.

As one of the restaurant’s original cocktails, it has earned high praise from many people.

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In the downtown area of Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), located southwest of Okinawa Honto (Okinawa Main Island), there is an authentic bar called BAR NOBU.

The entrance, lit in blue, has a mysterious feel. Inside, the space is calm and decorated in warm tones.

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Popular cocktails at this bar use ingredients from the Yaeyama Islands, such as seasonal fruits.

The "Shima no Dragon Fruit Special Mix" in the photo is said to be a drink where you can enjoy the texture of dragon fruit, the sweetness of several kinds of fruit, and a slight astringency.

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The drinks are made by the owner, who built up bartending experience in (Each) area of Tokyo.

In addition to cocktails made with fresh fruit, they also offer a wide range of alcohol, including Domestic rum and awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit).

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IslandBrewing in Miyakojima (Miyako Island) is a beer bar where you can enjoy craft beer and food.

Inside, the space is lined with sofas and tables, so you can relax and take your time. There are also plenty of seats, making it a good choice for groups.

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At this restaurant, you can enjoy original beers as well as craft beers mainly from Okinawa Prefecture.

The photo shows the popular “Mango IPA.” It has a fruity mango aroma, while still offering a clean taste.

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To go with the beer, they serve a lineup of carefully made dishes using Special local ingredients.

Options include the "Biriya Tacos Made with Kensan Butaniku (prefecture-raised pork)," where spicy prefecture-raised pork and cheddar cheese melt together, and the "Okinawa Soki (Okinawan pork spare ribs) Smoked BBQ," flavored with Special spices and kokuto (brown sugar) BBQ sauce.