Gourmet information on Kerama from the locals! Recommended restaurants!

What are the Kerama Islands like?

The Kerama Islands are an archipelago in the western part of the main island of Okinawa consisting of more than 20 islands of various sizes.

There are many islands, but only four are inhabited, and the entire Kerama archipelago has about 1,600 residents.

Many of the islands can be reached in about an hour from the main island of Okinawa, and many day-trippers come to enjoy the beach resorts in Kerama.

This article provides information on gourmet food in the Kerama Islands.

 

Gourmet Conditions in the Kerama Islands

The Kerama Islands is an area with a very large number of stores compared to its population.

The reason for this is that about 200,000 people visit the island throughout the year.

Of course, the location of the islands is a day trip from Okinawa, so overnight guests account for a small percentage of the visitors, but there are many people who have lunch and rest at the cafes in the Kerama Islands.

 

Kerama Gourmet Attraction

Kerama Gourmet does not have many fashionable menus that use high quality ingredients and a little bit of food.

The menu is more like a menu that uses seasonal ingredients to satisfy the stomachs of hungry people who have enjoyed activities such as diving and snorkeling.

Even the simple taste is spiced up by the scenery of Kerama and the tropical resort atmosphere, creating a unique Kerama gourmet experience.

 

Enjoy a moment of healing with a view of the beautiful ocean.

One of the attractions of Kerama Gourmet is that you can dine while looking out over the clear blue ocean, known as Kerama Blue.

The view of the sea, which enhances the taste of delicious food and sweets, is also superb.

 

Delicious food and sweets.

All of the eateries use a variety of ingredients unique to the Okinawa region, such as mangoes, passion fruit, and dragon fruit, not to mention squid, tuna, and other seafood.

Visitors to the Kerama Islands have commented that all of the food is delicious.

 

Very popular with girls! Must see on Instagram!

Sweets, in particular, are popular for their gorgeous appearance, with many using colorful fruits and vegetables such as red passion fruit, mango, yellow pineapple, and star fruit.

In addition, lunches and dinners served on the terrace are sure to be Instagram-worthy, not only because the food looks great, but also because of the Kerama blue ocean in the background.

 

Popular gourmet food in Kerama recommended by locals

Here are some of the most popular local gourmet restaurants located throughout the Kerama Islands.

 

My Shop Uncle

This popular eatery is located in a house on Zamami Island.

Lunch is crowded with divers, so try to stagger your visit.

Address】13 Zamami, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Phone number] 098-987-3705

 

Features and Recommendations

Uncle Boku no Store is known for its delicious pork.

Among the menu items, the katsudon (pork cutlet served on top of a bowl of rice), which is also recommended by locals, is very popular.

It is a great restaurant with good taste, large portions, fast delivery, and reasonable prices.

It is also nice to know that every dish comes with a mini Okinawa soba.

You can enter the restaurant after snorkeling, even in a wet rash guard, and they offer outside seating for those in wetsuits.

 

Business Hours and Credit Card Facilities

Business hours: 11:00-16:00

Closed on weekends and holidays

Credit Card Facilities: PayPay only

 

Access and parking from Naha Airport and Zamami Port

To get to "Boku no Ten Ojisan" from Naha Airport, you must take a boat from Tomari Port to Zamami Island.

To get to Tomari Port, you can either take the Yui Rail (monorail) to the nearest Miebashi Station and walk to the port, or take a cab or local bus directly to Tomari Port.

 

If you take the Yui Rail, it is about 15 minutes to Miebashi Station, and about 10 minutes on foot from the station to Tomari Port.

A little heavy luggage may be a challenge.

There is no such thing as a direct bus; buses are local.

The fare is inexpensive, but it stops at each bus stop and takes almost 30 minutes.

If you take a cab, the fare will cost about 2,000 yen, but it will take about 15 minutes to get there.

If you have a lot of luggage or are short on time, such as in the morning, a cab may be a better option.

Once you arrive at Tomari Port, it is time to take the boat across to Zamami Island.

We recommend that you book your boat tickets in advance, as the boats may be fully booked during peak season.

Reservations can be made at the Zamami Village Office Naha Sub-branch (098-868-4567, office hours 10:00-17:00).

 

There are two boats that go to Zamami: the Ferry Zamami and the High Speed Boat Queen Zamami.

All ferries go to Zamami Island via Aka Island.

For high-speed boats, there are two options: one to Zamami Island via Aka Island and the other to Aka Island via Zamami Island.

The trip takes about 120 minutes by ferry or about 50 minutes by high-speed boat via Aka Island.

Once you arrive at Zamami Port, it is a 4-minute walk to "Boku no Ten Ojisan".

Zamami Rent-a-Car is next door and is always busy, so it will be easy to find.

Parking] 2 cars (free of charge)

Related Rankings:Set menus and cafeterias | Zamami Village

 

Little Kitchen

The orange building is an eye-catching multinational restaurant.

The restaurant offers delicious dishes, mainly Asian flavors, that the owner himself found on his own travels.

Address: 28 Aza-Zamami, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

Phone number] 098-987-3070

 

Features and Recommendations

Popular menu items include creative and ethnic dishes using Okinawan ingredients.

Each dish serves about two people and is reasonably priced.

It is a popular restaurant on Zamami Island, so reservations are recommended when visiting during peak season.

　　

Business Hours and Credit Card Facilities

Business hours] 11:30 - 14:30, 18:00 - 23:00

Closed on weekends and holidays

Credit Card Facilities】 Cash only

 

Access and parking from Naha Airport and Zamami Port

For directions from Naha Airport to Zamami Port, please refer to the "Boku no Ten Ojisan" section.

It is a 5-minute walk from Zamami Port, next to the canoe/kayak store NOAH.

Parking] Please inquire at the store.

Related Rankings:cafe | Zamami Village

 

BEACH HOUSE AKA

It is an open terrace restaurant with an emerald green foreshore beach in front of the restaurant.

Address: 115 Aka, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 

Phone number] 098-943-6639

 

Features and Recommendations

You can have a beer, a meal, or just relax while enjoying the view of Maehama Beach.

The view from the second floor of the restaurant is a tropical resort with beautiful sea, blue sky and white clouds.

The restaurant is popular for its daily plates, steak sets, and other dishes, all of which are delicious.

 

Business Hours and Credit Card Facilities

Business hours] 10:00-22:00

Closed on weekends and holidays

Please contact the store for details.

 

Access and parking from Naha Airport and Aka Port

For directions from Naha Airport to Aka Port, please refer to the "Boku no Ten Ojisan" section.

From Tomari Port in Naha to Aka Port takes 90 minutes for the ferry Zamami or 50 minutes for the Queen Zamami.

From Aka Port to BEACH HOUSE AKA is a 10-minute walk.

Parking] No parking available.

 

Octopus Garden

This café-restaurant offers a view of Watakashiki Island's Awaren Beach while you dine.

Address】87 Abaren, Tokashiki Village, Okinawa Prefecture

Phone number] 098-987-2844

 

Features and Recommendations

The first floor is lined with stylish bar-like counter seats.

Diners are recommended to take a seat on the second floor for a spectacular view of the emerald green Abalone Beach.

You can eat popular taco rice or excellent curry and drink Orion beer.

A friendly cat walks around the store.

 

Business Hours and Credit Card Facilities

Business hours] 11:30 - 14:00, 18:00 - 23:00

Closed] Monday

Credit Card Facilities】 Cash only

 

Access and parking from Naha Airport and Tokashiki Port

To get to Tokashiki Island, where Octopus Garden is located, from Naha Airport, first go to Tomari Port.

For directions to Tomari Port, please refer to the "My Shop Uncle" section.

 

From Tomari Port to Tokashiki Island, take the "Marine Liner Tokashiki" or "Ferry Tokashiki.

The journey time is 35 minutes for the Marine Liner and 70 minutes for the ferry.

Ticket booths are located in the passenger terminal on the first floor of Tomarin or on the north shore of Tomari Port, but reservations are recommended in advance because the seats may be full during summer vacation and other times.

Tickets can be reserved by phone starting the same day two months in advance.

For reservations, contact the Tokashiki Village Ship Division at 098-987-2537 or the Tokashiki Village Naha Office at 098-868-7541.

 

From Tokashiki Port to Awaren Beach, where Octopus Garden is located, it takes about 15 minutes by local bus.

Note that there are only 3 or 4 runs per day.

If you are going by car, head toward Abalen on Prefectural Road 186 or other roads, and it will take about 10 minutes.

The company also operates a 10-passenger wagon cab.

Parking】Please use the free parking lot in Abaren Village.

Related Rankings:dining bar | Watakashiki Village

 

Sea Friend

Sea Friend, a restaurant that also manages accommodations, can accommodate groups of up to 74 people (64 table seats and 10 counter seats).

Address】155 Abaren, Tokashiki Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Phone number] 098-987-2836

 

Features and Recommendations

Seafriend's restaurant has a glass wall with a great view and high ceilings, giving it a very open feel.

The second floor seats in particular are highly recommended for a good view.

You can enjoy the restaurant only in the morning, which is convenient for a meal before diving.

 

Business Hours and Credit Card Facilities

Business hours] 7:00-9:00 (buffet style), 11:30-14:00, 17:30-21:00

Closed on Sundays (breakfast is also served on Sundays)

Please contact the store for details.

 

Access and parking from Naha Airport and Tokashiki Port

For directions from Naha Airport to Tokashiki Port, please refer to the Octopus Garden section.

If you are using Sea Friend, use the free shuttle service from Tokashiki Port.

Parking] 5 cars (free of charge)

Related Rankings:Set menus and cafeterias | Watakashiki Village

 

summary

What do you think about the gourmet food available in the Kerama Islands?

All of them are things you can only eat when you come to Kerama.

Look for delicious gourmet food in the Keramas blue ocean and tropical breezes.