[Urasoe, Okinawa] Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area is a tourist spot brimming with exotic charm!

The retro and charming streetscape of the “Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area” (also known as Minatogawa Stateside Town) is an unmissable Okinawa tourist spot for those who love shopping and stylish places. Rows of single-story concrete houses line the streets, and above all, the colorful exteriors—perfect for social media—are a major draw.

This time, we’ll introduce the charms of Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area, with its distinctly American atmosphere!

What is Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area?

Urasoe City is home to Camp Kinser, a U.S. Marine Corps base. In the past, the Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area was where U.S. military personnel stationed in Okinawa and their families lived.

This residential area for foreigners has since been renovated and now features about 60 unique shops, including general stores and gourmet spots.

To enhance the American feel, the area is divided into sections named after U.S. states: Georgia, Texas, Indiana, Florida, Nevada, Virginia, Kansas, Michigan, Oregon, and Arizona.

Access to Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area

[By Car]

About 20 minutes by car from Naha Airport
*The Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area parking lot has only a few spaces. There are coin-operated parking lots nearby.

[By Bus]

From Naha Airport, take the “Okinawa Bus No. 120 Nago West Airport Line” and get off at the “Minatogawa” bus stop. Enter the small street between the gas station and Urasoe Cultural Hall to arrive.

Things to do at Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area

Within the area, you’ll find a variety of shops, from cafés, restaurants, Okinawan cuisine eateries, and coffee shops, to general stores and apparel shops offering authentic gourmet flavors.

There are also spots where you can rest between shopping, making it a great place to spend the entire day. The photogenic exteriors and shop interiors, each designed with a specific theme, create an exotic atmosphere that makes you forget you’re in Japan.

◎ Let’s go to Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area!

What do you think? The stylish streets are sure to make especially women’s hearts skip a beat♪ Enjoy exploring the shops, taking social media-worthy photos, and indulging in gourmet delights—be sure to find your favorite spot!

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[Urasoe, Okinawa] Minatogawa Foreigners’ Housing Area is a tourist spot brimming with exotic charm!