Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there from Naha Airport?
About 60 minutes by car (hire car or taxi), 30 km north on Route 58 from Naha Airport. By bus, take an Okinawa Bus or Ryukyu Bus service for Nago from Naha, about 60 minutes, alight at Ryukyu-mura-mae and walk about 2 minutes.
Events (1)
When is the eisa show held?
The eisa show is held four times a day, at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00. The powerful dancing is very popular with visitors. Please check the official website for the latest information.
Accessibility (1)
Is it accessible?
There are accessible facilities. Please see the official website or call 098-911-7168 (sales and bookings) for details.
Experiences (1)
What hands-on programmes are there, and do I need to book?
There are about 50 programmes, including shisa painting, Ryukyu glass, sanshin lessons and wearing Ryukyu dress. Small parties can normally join on the day without booking, though some programmes require advance booking.
Traveling with children (1)
Is it enjoyable with children?
Under-6s enter free, and there are plenty of activities for children such as shisa painting. Watching water buffalo pressing sugar cane and similar attractions are also popular with children.
Time needed (1)
How long does a visit take?
Walking round the old houses, watching the eisa show and taking part in an activity takes about 2 to 3 hours. Allow about half a day if you plan several activities or a meal.
Prices / Opening hours (1)
What are Ryukyu Mura's admission and opening hours?
Admission is 2,000 yen for adults (16 and over), 1,500 yen for high school students (student card required), 800 yen for children (6-15) and free for under 6. It is open 8:30-17:30 in the normal season (last admission 17:00) and 9:00-18:00 in summer, July to September (last admission 17:30).
Highlights (1)
Can I go inside the old houses?
Old houses more than 100 years old, registered as national Tangible Cultural Properties, are dotted around the village and can be visited. Sanshin is sometimes played on the verandas, adding to the atmosphere.
Rainy days (1)
Is it enjoyable in the rain?
The free zone Okinawa no Eki Champuru is a domed building, so you can shop, eat and take part in activities in the rain. Some outdoor areas are affected, but the village is still enjoyable in wet weather.
Food and drink (1)
Can I eat there?
There are restaurants in the village serving Okinawan dishes and Okinawa soba, including one where you can eat while listening to live sanshin.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is a large car park, free to use, with space for coaches.
Other (6)
What is the address?
1130 Yamada, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
What are the opening hours?
Normal season 8:30-17:30 (last admission 17:00); summer time (July to September) 9:00-18:00 (last admission 17:30).
When is it closed?
Open all year.
How much is admission?
Adults (16 and over) 2,000 yen, high school students 1,500 yen (student card required), children (6-15) 800 yen, under 6 free.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
How do I get there?
About 60 minutes by car from Naha Airport, going north on Route 58, or about 15 minutes by car from Ishikawa IC. About 2 minutes' walk from the Ryukyu-mura-mae bus stop (routes 20 and 120).