[2025 Urasoe Attraction] Travel Guide for Minatogawa Stateside Town (Updated Jan)

Minatogawa Gaijin Residence is a shopping street converted from an old U.S. military dormitory. The entire Gaijin Residence area is not large, but it is full of young people and unique shops. In addition, it is not far from downtown Naha and Urasoe Grand Park. It is quite Well worth a visit! In addition to retaining the appearance of the old U.S. military dormitories, the residences for foreigners in Hong Kong and Sichuan also use various painted landscaping to add to the atmosphere. With a comfortable, laid-back and photo-friendly environment, and the must-try famous dessert shop oHacorte, this is definitely the most literary corner of Okinawa.

Originally, the Minatogawa Foreigners' Residential District was a collection of barracks where American soldiers and their families lived after World War II. Later, some of these barracks were transformed into the characteristic artistic shops and exquisite coffee shops we see today. Most of the houses are painted in shades of pink, complemented by the greenery surrounding them, creating an atmosphere of lazy relaxation that also makes for great photo opportunities. Let me introduce two of my favorite little shops in the area! First is 'Houkiboshi Minatogawa Hon Store', which specializes in brown sugar crème brûlée. The outside is crispy while the inside is soft, with a rich and delicious flavor, and there are various flavors to choose from that will make you want to keep eating. Another shop, 'The Flavor Design', allows you to customize your own perfume. With its laboratory-like design, you can mix and match scents to your heart's content, and even choose the color of the perfume and the bottle, creating your own unique fragrance! It's just too cute. The area isn't large, but each shop is adorable, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll and an afternoon tea to spend a relaxed afternoon!

Another kind of Okinawa Kunchuan outsider residential area outside Gangcheon, blue sky and blue sea was built in the 50s and 70s of the last century. It used to be a residential area of American soldiers and their families. Later it was re-used and transformed into a cafe, groceries. Shops and other shops have developed into a representative sightseeing spot in Putian City due to their unique atmosphere. There is such an unexpected view in such a residential area. It can be said that even in Japan, there are few such scenic spots, so it is also one of the favorite places for visitors from Japan. At present, there are not many domestic tourists who know about Gangchuan. Some people have come to take wedding photos, but the individual red stores are crowded with people. There are also a lot of colorful graffiti, romantic fairytale cottages, adults and children like it. The shops inside are all exquisite and small, there are also toy stores, souvenir shops, dessert shops, and a small indoor children's playground, Casa Ma-chil-da. Gangchuan is undoubtedly on the mirror, and even the real thing is not so amazing, but it will still make people shine. The whole area is not very big, you can walk together slowly, and people who like to take pictures can take pictures. Each brand is named after the place name in the United States, plus the number, which is very interesting. The street sign of the most girl in Hong Kong is this! On the road sign, a dessert shop in the local chain of oHacort, the most famous is the coffee and fruit bowl. However, it is a home-red shop, and it is said that the popularity of Gangchuan is driven by the store. We did go to this store at the time, but we were packed and could only go to other homes. Cafe Bar Vambo Luga is just opposite oHacorte and the next best choice. In fact, it is a boutique + coffee combination. The furnishings in the store are very old-fashioned. There are not many guests. It is very suitable for sitting in a corner, ordering a cup of iced coffee and their high-priced dessert package, and then looking for a favorite. Book, sit quietly for an afternoon. Even children like their desserts! Playing suggestions: Play in the morning at Putian Grand Park, go to Gangchuan for lunch at noon, take a photo in the afternoon + afternoon tea, perfect day! Transportation: Depart from Naha City, bus 28/29/63/110 "Second City" station, walk 10 minutes to arrive Gangchuan back to Naha, still bus 28/29/63/110 Just get on the bus at the "Mugang" station, so that it is closer other, if you can go shopping nearby, there is a Yamada Electric, Sakuji General Department Store, and everyone's favorite cosmetics mug cooker.