Visit Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum
Omoromachi, Naha, Japan
This substantial Naha museum brings Okinawa’s natural history, Ryukyu culture and artistic life into one striking complex. Its castle-inspired architecture is worth noticing before you head inside, where the museum and art galleries offer different ways into the islands’ story. It is especially useful early in a trip, providing context for the castles, crafts and landscapes you will encounter later. Check the current exhibitions and ticket options, as admission arrangements differ between sections.