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ℹ️Practical info — Itoman
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Visit the Itoman Fish Market (Yukura) early in the morning for the freshest sashimi breakfast.
- Rent a car, as public transport in southern Okinawa is infrequent and difficult to navigate.
- Visit the Peace Memorial Park in the morning to avoid the intense midday sun.
- Cape Kiyan is the southernmost point and features spectacular views of the cliffs and the Pacific.
- Look out for the 'Hari' dragon boat races if you are there in early summer; it is a deep local tradition.
🍽 Food
Try freshly caught tuna directly at the stalls of the Itoman Fish Market.
You can find this noodle soup with pork at many small family-run restaurants throughout the city.
These fried Okinawan donuts are an excellent snack and are often sold at the 'Michi-no-Eki Itoman' roadside station.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
One of Japan's best roadside stations for local specialties and fresh fruit.
A large farmers' market where you can buy local vegetables and typical Okinawan products.
A quiet historical site located right by the sea with a fantastic view.
A quieter beach area, good for relaxed walks away from the crowds.
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Itoman, located at the southern tip of Okinawa Main Island, is historically celebrated as a city of master fishers. The town is famous for its traditional dragon boat races, known as Itoman Hare, reflecting its deep nautical roots. A site of great historical significance is the Okinawa Peace Memorial Park, situated on the scenic southern cliffs. For beach activities, Bibi Beach Itoman (美々ビーチいとまん) provides a resort-like atmosphere with full amenities for swimming and sports. Kita-Nashiro Beach is a more rugged alternative, popular for camping and its natural shoreline. Food lovers should not miss the Itoman Fish Market for some of the freshest sashimi in Okinawa. The city is also home to Ryukyu Glass Village, the largest glass factory on the island. Conveniently located just 30 minutes from Naha Airport, Itoman is an essential stop for anyone exploring the southern reaches of Okinawa.
- Location: Japan
- Top sights: Mei "bi-chiitoman · Itoman Fishing port · Mi Man Hai Ren Gong Fang Zi Liao Guan
- Nearby: Tomigusuku (4 km)
- Population: ~61.007 (2024)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 19 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 21 |
| Rain mm | 61 | 50 | 81 | 124 | 209 | 293 | 125 | 175 | 186 | 126 | 83 | 67 |
Geography
Facts
- Location: Southern Okinawa
- Moniker: City of Fishers
- Event: Itoman Hare (Boat Race)
- Beach 1: Bibi Beach Itoman
- Beach 2: Kita-Nashiro Beach
- History: Peace Memorial Park
- Craft: Ryukyu Glass Village
- Seafood: Itoman Fish Market
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