The 11 Best Must-Buy Souvenirs at Naha Airport of Okinawa

One of the pleasant parts of traveling is to select some souvenirs for your beloved family or friends. Okinawa is famous for a number of excellent souvenirs. But somehow you might forget or don’t have time to buy during the layover in Okinawa. Don’t worry! It is never too late to do so even at Naha Airport when you are going to depart Okinawa. Here are the tips for the best 11 purchase for souvenirs at Naha Airport.

1. Shimatougarashi Cookies

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Okinawa is famed for the red pepper. Choosing something made by red pepper would be an excellent idea. Don’t miss the “shimatougarashi cookies”.

Although red pepper is the cookies’ ingredient, it tastes not as spicy as you expected. It is mild, a mix of little spicy and sweet taste, in addition to camembert cheese flavor. Perfect for savoring together with a beer.

2. White Tiger Awamori

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For those who like liquor, Okinawa’s famous “White Tiger Awamori” would be a perfect option for you.

It is the locally produced strong Okinawan liquor (43% alcoholic percentage) which is distilled from rice or millet. Very special and great chance for people from overseas to try the genuine liquor of Okinawa. Plus, the product you can get at Naha Airport is a limited edition which is absolutely a great souvenir. However, do confirm the customs rule of your destination country about alcoholic quota that you can import.

3. LuLuLun Face Mask

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Japan is famed for excellent skin care products. Recently, everyone knows “LuLuLun” face mask which is a hit item among actresses and models.

In Okinawa, you can purchase a special version of “LuLuLun” face mask, which comes with the aroma of citrus depressa and bitter melon. You will be reminded the freshness of Okinawa when using the face mask. Every lady will give you a cheerful smile when receiving such a beautiful souvenir.

4. Okinawa Glass

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Looking for a sophisticated and one-of-a-kind souvenir? Okinawa glass would be a perfect option for you.

No one would be bored with the beautiful and shiny glass in various shapes. Every piece is so unique and thus an excellent present for you friends. Of course, you can find some shops for the glass in other Okinawa areas but it is not so handy to carry them during your journey. Therefore buying the Okinawa glass at the airport would be the best timing for you.

5. Brown sugar chocolate

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Chocolate is a kind of souvenir that anyone will love. The Japanese local brand “Royce” has extraordinarily tasty chocolate that should not be missed.

You can purchase the Royce chocolate in a special flavor of “brown sugar” exclusive for the Naha Airport only. Sweet but mellow with a rich aroma of brown sugar. You will definitely regret if you miss the exclusive chocolate for Okinawa.

 
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6. Beniimo Tart

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Beniimo tart (sweet potato tart) is always a hit souvenir of Okinawa all year around. Tourists must grab this delicious sweet back home for enjoying.

It is different from ordinary sweets. Benijimo tart is made of locally produced fresh sweet potato. The custard cream inside and crispy tart all go perfectly and taste very delicious. Rich, creamy and just perfect. Perhaps one pack would not be enough for you.

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7. Lagrima Del Sol

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If you are looking for some alcoholic beverages exclusive to Okinawa, “Lagrima Del Sol” would be your first choice.

The Okinawa wine is in low alcoholic percentage, a great choice for ladies. It tastes very fresh with some pineapple flavors. Highly recommend to drink it in chilled. No matter you are in Okinawa or not, savoring a sip of the Okinawa wine will give you a quality time in a party of dinner.

8. Habunodoku Manjyu

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Want something fun to come with a souvenir? Pick the “Habunodoku Manjyu”.

It looks like a pack of typical Japanese traditional sweet rice cakes. But it actually includes a big joke. One of the six rice cakes is in extremely spicy taste. It would be so fun to let a group of friends to share the joy like a Russian roulette game.

9. Hikari Shionoshi

Besides snacks or beverages, soap is also an ideal souvenir, especially for women.

The Okinawa brand “Hikari Shionoshi” has very excellent soap “Mes Savons”. From blue, emerald to orange, every soap made by the coarse salt of Itomanshi is just too amazing and great for your body. Plus, the fresh aroma and beautiful packing are gorgeous. You won’t go wrong to choose it as a souvenir for your Okinawa trip.

10. Schiesser

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In Okinawa, local people hang schiessers on house roofs to serve as a talisman to protect them from evils. Nowadays, it becomes a symbol of Okinawa and everybody recognizes it well.

Why don’t you get one and display it at home for reminiscence of your Okinawa journey? Sizes from large to small are available for sale but a tiny one would be just perfect for you to carry.

11. Sea serpent sake

A special liquor that you must not miss is “Sea serpent sake”. Sea serpent is often found in Okinawa ocean. It is often used to produce an excellent sake.

Drinking the sea serpent sake can have a fruitful effect on your body. The mild flavor is suitable for people of any age and gender. It is such a special souvenir that you cannot find anywhere else!

Enjoy buying souvenirs of Okinawa at Naha Airport!

Isn’t everything mentioned above attractive? No matters what you prefer, there must be something nice to cater your need. However, don’t forget to keep some money for your final shopping at the Naha Airport because there are so many great souvenirs to buy!