Churaumi Aquarium is a popular tourist spot where you can see Whale sharks up close and personal.
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At the Michi-no-Eki Itoman, there are restaurants and fresh fish market where you can enjoy the Okinawan food. Many visitors aound the world visit here to enjoy Okinawan local foods. It is located in accessible place close to the Naha-aitport.
- CategoryTourism・Drive
- Phone number0989-87-1277
- AreaSouth
- ParkingBus:12 parking lots Car:286 parking lots
- TagMichi-no-EkiShoppingRestaurantMarketSouvenirItoman-city
- Hours9:00-18:00(Varies area to season)
Michi-no-Eki Itoman is located south from the Naha-airport and Okinawa express IC. You can enjoy shopping fresh vegitables, fish, and restaurant at the Michi-no-Eki. There are many tourist come to visit the store even on weekdays. The market provides the home delivery service, so it's recommended to use when you bought too much!
Must-see sights
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Tourist information and where to go
Itoman-city is surrounded by the ocean, hence the weather is very uncertain. The weather will be very bad due to the typhoon and hard rain, but there are some hot winter days you want to wear just T-shirt. Hence, some times the plans are not going to be good as planed due to the weather. It's recommended to stop by at the Michi-no-Eki Itoman Information center! They can give you a good advice and plans suits your wish.
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Fresh fish center
At the fish center, they have super fresh fish that landed on the day. There are many fish shops at the center, you can enjoy walking around inside. Sashimi(rare fish), griled fish, and soup are also sold at the center. You can sit at the table and enjoy your meal! Many visitors enjoy the center not only just locals but also tourists around the world!
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Fresh fish you can eat on the spot
You can get Steamed shrimp sashimi, grilled scallops sea urchin sauce on top, vivid red colored surf clam from different shops. You can eat them at the table on the spot.
Shrimp Sashimi is little bit sweet and plump. Since it's so fresh there is no fishy smelling.
Grilled scallops sea urchin sauce on top is creamy and mellow. A hot black pepper make you want to drink!
Steamed surf clam is tender and juicy. You can enjoy the texture. It has sauty taste at the very end.
How to enjoy at the Michi-no-Eki Itoman
At farmer's market Itoman, you can get fresh vegitables, fish, meat and enjou the restaurant at the market. Many tourits and locals visit the market even on weekdays. There are convenient stores and super markets near by. Hence the parking lots are always full of cars.
The farmer's market has plants section as well. The price is more afordable than the regular markets. It will be 5 % off if you use Ajima credit card.
At Michi-no-Eki Itoman, open radio event and Itoman fare are held. It will be super crowded during the fare season. You may not be able to park at the market's parking lots, so leave the house with time spare. If you are lucky, you may be able to see the famous radio DJ at the event!
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Michi-no-Eki Itoman Information
Name | Michi-no-Eki Itoman |
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Tel/Fax: |
Michi-no-Eki Itoman TEL:0989-87-1277 TEL:0989-87-1278 JA Farmer's market Itoman "Uminchu market" TEL:0989-92-6510 Itoman-city product center "Yukura" TEL:098-992-1030 Fish center TEL:0989-92-2803 Family Buffet "Bannai" TEL:0989-87-0549 |
Address: |
Postcode:901-0306 4-20-4 Nishizaki-town Itoman-city Okinawa |
Access |
It takes about 18 minutes from Naha-airport (5.6miles) Bus: Take a bus No.89 from Naha bus terminal (There are 2 lines for No.89) Take No.89 Nishizaki line, Get off at Nishizaki ni-chome or the entrance of the industial park bus stop. It takes 3 minutes by walking. |
Hours |
May vary area to season JA farmer's market Itoman "Uminchu market" Itoman-city product center "Yukura" Fish center Family buffet Bannai |
Closed |
JA farmer's market Itoman "Uminchu market" Itoman-city product center "Yukura" Fish center Family buffet Bannai |
Fees
Fees |
Family buffet "Bannai" |
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How to pay
Budget |
Varies shop to shop |
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Optional fee |
Varies shop to shop |
Credit card |
JA CARD,Nicos,Visa,MasterCard,JCB,AMEX |
Currency |
JPY |
Reservation |
May vary shop to shop |
Facilities
Parking |
Parking lots for 12 buses available Handicapped parking lots |
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Information
Time |
For only free area : It takes about 30 minutes |
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Smorking |
Non-smorking |
e.t.c |
Michi-no-Eki Itoman welcomes the visitors with disability |
A little advise from Churashima travel
A brief comment |
Michi-no-Eki Itoman is a good place for enjoying delicious fresh fish. Come stop by since you are driving! |
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Important notice |
It will be very crowded on weekends. |
What to bring |
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