Published date: July 11, 2025
Comfortable Service as Expected at OMO Okinawa
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Experience of the stay
What I love about OMO is that it’s not just a simple place to stay or sleep. I appreciate that they share the local culture and attractions. I have previously stayed at OMO in Kumamoto and Kochi, and in Okinawa, there were live sanshin performances and opportunities to chat over tastings of Awamori, where I could learn more about Okinawa, among other engaging experiences, like the tour to the public market that I couldn’t participate in. Additionally, the welcome drink offered is tailored to the region, providing those little touches that make me want to travel to OMO locations across the country. During this season, which you can only see at this time, the staff taught me about "Sagaribana", a flower that blooms at night and falls in the morning. It was blooming near the nearby Ryubo department store, and I wouldn’t have known about it if I hadn’t been informed. The staff also provided lots of information about dining options, making for a well-rounded start to my Okinawa journey.
Experiences during the trip
What comes to mind when you think of Okinawa cuisine? Okinawa soba, steak, hamburgers, Okinawa zam, tacos, sea grapes, Agu pork, pineapples, shikuwasa, Orion beer, and many more delicious dishes that frankly, my stomach couldn't handle them all. Instead of eating a lot at one place, I enjoyed my meals by ordering small portions like the small Okinawa soba at one place and eating 5 meals in a day instead of 3. Let me introduce some of my favorite places from this trip. On the first day, I rented a car from the airport and headed to "Shuri Soba". Not only is the price reasonable, but the service is excellent, and the homemade noodles are complemented by a broth that has a gentle, soothing taste. Moreover, the 'jushi' looks mild but expands in flavor with every bite, making it hard to stop using my chopsticks. Please note that the parking lot is under construction from July 4th, so I recommend using the nearby coin parking. Next, I will introduce the famous steakhouse "Jackie", which is about a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The day I visited was coincidentally its 72nd opening anniversary. I have tried to dine here every time I come to Okinawa, but I usually give up after seeing the long line. However, since I had a light meal at Shuri Soba around 11 AM, I decided to go there at 4 PM this time and managed to get in without any wait, though it quickly filled up. The service here was great as well. It’s a popular shop for a reason. Although photos don’t do it justice, trust me; you have to taste it to believe it. The tacos seem to be famous too, which I didn’t know about until after I had already eaten — I’d like to challenge myself to try them next time. I also ordered another Orion beer, and the quick service was fantastic. I learned about "A&W", a chain restaurant that only exists in Okinawa, from the staff at OMO. Both restaurants were exceptional. The staff-recommended places are worth the wait; they are that delicious. First, A&W also had great service; I believe their staff training is outstanding. Plus, the unique “Utopia” drink refills were a nice touch. I think it’s a must-visit when in Okinawa. I indulged in various other foods during this trip, but Shuri Soba felt divine. I’ll definitely want to return soon.