By MOOK Scenic Spots' Yan Peijie, compiled and reported
Okinawa, Japan has long been a popular tourist destination, and Taiwanese travelers especially love to take a self-driving road trip there. In addition to enjoying the ocean views, island scenery, and shopping, food is also a major highlight. Below are ten must-visit eateries in Okinawa—eating at none of them means you haven’t truly been to Okinawa!
1.Pain de Kaito
Pain de Kaito is an extremely popular local bakery in Okinawa (Photo / Pain de Kaito)
Pain de Kaito is a highly popular bakery located in Nago City, Okinawa, beloved by locals. Many people stop by here to buy bread for breakfast before visiting the Churaumi Aquarium. And the must-try item at Pain de Kaito is their unforgettable curry bread!
Must-order curry bread at Pain de Kaito (Photo / Pain de Kaito)
Even better, just by purchasing any bread, the owner will give you a free coffee—super generous!
Get a free coffee with any bread purchase at Pain de Kaito (Photo / ju.tsai)
Pain de Kaito
4-2-1 Umazano no Mori, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
08:00-19:00
2. Pork and Egg Rice Ball
Fried Shrimp Pork and Egg Rice Ball (Photo / Albee Chiu's official fan page)
The must-try flavor at this rice ball shop is the fried shrimp pork and egg rice ball. Seaweed wraps the rice, ham, tender egg, and a layer of tartar sauce-covered fried shrimp—a simple combination that’s incredibly delicious. The main branch is located inside Makishi Public Market, and there’s also a branch at Naha Airport. Before boarding your flight home, grab a rice ball and savor the last taste of Okinawa!
Fried Shrimp Pork and Egg Rice Ball (Photo / lisaifood)
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