Killing time at Miyako Airport! Restaurant and souvenir shop information

With flights from Tokyo, Osaka, and other cities in operation, Miyako Airport, alongside Shimojishima Airport, serves as a gateway to Miyako Island. Miyako Island is bustling with visitors heading to popular tourist destinations such as Sunayama Beach and Yonaha Maehama Beach.

There may be times when you arrive a little early at Miyako Airport or have some time to kill while waiting for a connecting flight to Tarama Island. But don't worry—Miyako Airport is well-equipped with souvenir shops, restaurants, and other tenants, so you can spend your time there without getting bored.
In this article, we'll talk about the various tenants located in Miyako Airport and how you can spend your time there.

How to kill time at Miyako Airport?

Miyako Airport does not have any credit card lounges or airline lounges. Therefore, you’ll likely spend your time strolling around the airport or sitting on benches within the terminal.

For meals, you can eat at the Okinawan fast food chain “A&W,” at “Restaurant Paipai no Mura,” or at “Green Leaf,” located in the boarding lounge after passing the security checkpoint.

Additionally, for relaxation, there’s a massage service at “Temomin,” and there are a total of 9 souvenir shops within the airport (note that “Green Leaf” is the only one located after the security checkpoint in the boarding area).

Let’s look for souvenirs at Miyako Airport

There are 9 souvenir shops at Miyako Airport, each offering slightly different products. Except for “Tida Machicha” on the first floor and “Green Leaf” in the boarding area, all are located on the second floor.
Be sure to pick up local specialties such as Miyako soba, Miyako Island salt, awamori (Okinawan liquor), and umi-budou (sea grapes).

For a meal at Miyako Airport, “Restaurant Paipai no Mura” is Recommended!

The word “Paipai” in “Restaurant Paipai no Mura” means “it suits you well” in the Miyako Island dialect. Inside the restaurant, which exudes a tropical island vibe, you’ll find a variety of dishes including Miyako soba, soki soba, Japanese soba, curry, pilaf, and goya champuru—a feast of Japanese, Western, and Ryukyuan cuisine. The taste is reliable.

It’s used not only by travelers looking to kill time at the airport but also by local residents.

Kill time with Okinawan Fast Food at “A&W Miyako Airport Branch” ♪

A&W, a fast food chain found only in Okinawa, is available at Miyako Airport. While root beer, curly fries, and hamburgers are the popular choices, the Miyako Airport branch also serves “Miyako soba”! Although A&W can be found throughout Okinawa, this is the only location where you can enjoy Miyako soba. It’s kind of fascinating that you can eat Miyako soba at a hamburger chain, isn’t it?

Kill time until boarding at “Green Leaf” Located Inside the boarding lounge

“Green Leaf” is the only shop located inside the boarding lounge beyond the security checkpoint, where you can buy both food and souvenirs. Even if you forgot to buy something earlier, you can still find it here. In the light meal corner, you can enjoy Miyako soba or a Miyako beef grilled meat bento, making it a pleasant place to spend time before boarding.

Get a massage at “Temomin Miyako Airport Branch”

If you want to relieve travel fatigue, “Temomin Miyako Airport Branch” is highly recommended. A professional massage is the perfect way to relax and recover from your journey.

Duty-free pickup counter at Miyako Airport

Good news for those visiting Miyako Island! You can now pick up duty-free items from DFS Galleria at both Miyako Airport and Shimojishima Airport! Until recently, duty-free shops were only available in Naha, but now you can order duty-free items at discounted prices from 30 days before your departure up to 12:00 noon the day before.

This is great news for those using direct flights without stopping by Naha! Be sure to take advantage and get your duty-free items at a great value!

The view from the Miyako Airport observation deck is exceptional!

From the observation deck on the third floor of Miyako Airport, you can watch planes taking off and landing, making it popular with families traveling with children. On a clear day, you can even see Irabu Island. It’s not only perfect for killing time but also a popular spot for plane photography.

Miyako Airport has plenty of spots to kill time

Miyako Airport offers many ways to spend your time. Whether you're enjoying a meal or picking out souvenirs, your boarding time will arrive before you know it. Make the most of your visit to Miyako Island—it’s a place you’ll enjoy every time you come.