The taste of the island is a memory of the trip.

Simple and gentle island cuisine you will encounter in Izena.

The food of Izena Island is unpretentious, gentle, and nostalgic. You will find "relaxing tastes" at the restaurants frequented by islanders, where you can relax after a tiring trip. Please enjoy the island cuisine that can only be found here. Please note that the restaurants are privately owned on the small island and may be closed due to various reasons. Opening hours of each restaurant on the day may differ from those indicated, so please inquire at each restaurant in advance. Also, it is recommended to make a reservation in advance because the restaurants are crowded with local customers in the evening.

Meshispo GOLSEN

MESSPO GOLSEN is a tavern that graces the evenings in Izena Village. With dishes using local ingredients and a warm atmosphere, it is the perfect place to end your trip.

Izena-mura Restaurant Izakaya Okinawa soba Restaurant Yama

Restaurant Yamato

Meal Restaurant Yama, a minute's walk from Izena Port, is a local gourmet spot with hearty portions and excellent taste. Advance reservations are recommended.

Okinawa Prefecture Izena Village Seafood Mozuku Souvenir Fishery Cooperative

Izena Fishery Cooperative Direct Sales

The "Fishermen's Cooperative Association" in Izena Village directly sells specialty products such as mozuku seaweed and umi budou (sea grapes). Processed products of safe quality that can be eaten as is without washing are also popular. Open weekdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm!

Rest House Kamiyama

Rest House Kamiyama in Izena Village is a popular eatery serving hearty bone soup set menus and tsukimi mozuku soba. The comfortable space where you can casually enjoy the flavors of the island is appealing.

Izena Village, Okinawa, JapanEating & Drinking Bakery Cakes, Sweets Island Kamiyama

Confectionery Island Kamiyama

Kamiyama, a confectionary store in Izena Village, is popular for its handmade cakes and freshly baked bread, open from 12:00 p.m. and serving delicious sweets only from Tuesday to Friday!

Izena Village, Okinawa PrefectureEatery Ramen Noodle Menryu

dragon boat (long 22-person canoe used for racing)

Menryu" in Izena Village is a popular eatery serving ramen (miso, soy sauce, and salt), handmade gyoza (dumplings), and tebichi. It is also a favorite restaurant of the locals where you can enjoy alcoholic beverages.

lesser cuckoo (Cuculus poliocephalus)

Oyatsu Komatsu in Izena Village is a baked goods store whose handmade scones and crackers are popular. Open from 3 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Try the simple and gentle taste...

Noodle Cafe Taiyo Shokudo

Noodle Cafe Taiyo Shokudo in Izena Village specializes in gluten-free rice noodle pasta and noodles for lunch. Recommended for health-conscious people!

Izakaya Sazanami

Izakaya Sazanami boasts handmade dumplings and is open from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Closed on Sundays and the second Saturday of the month. Enjoy a delicious time at a convenient location just 10 minutes by car from Nakada Port!

Izena Village, Okinawa Izakaya Karaoke Hanagahi

Izakaya no naihi (Japanese-style bar)

Izakaya Hanakuhi is a Japanese-style bar where you can enjoy karaoke and small dishes, open from 5:00 p.m. to midnight, closed on Wednesdays. It is only a 10-minute drive from Nakada Port!

yakitori shinsuke

Yakitori Shinsuke is a mobile food cart that tours Izena Island. The orange car is the landmark, and their juicy yakitori is very popular. Open from 5:00 pm!