Source: JUNGLIA WebsiteStill planning your summer getaway? If you're looking for something brand-new and unforgettable, don’t miss Japan’s hottest new destination for 2025 — “JUNGLIA”, Okinawa’s ultimate theme park! Opening July 25, 2025, JUNGLIA combines nature, thrill, and relaxation across a vast 600,000-square-meter wonderland in Nago's Nakijin Village. Inspired by a mystical jungle world, this immersive theme park is a must-visit for couples, friends, and families alike. Get ready to check it off your Okinawa bucket list!
🌿 Top JUNGLIA Highlights – From Heart-Pounding Thrills to Ultimate Chill
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1.Zipline Across the Tropical Jungle
Soar above the treetops on a mega zipline that lets you fly over the lush “Yambaru Forest” while enjoying stunning ocean views. This adrenaline-pumping ride will have you screaming with joy!
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2. 360° Views from a Hot Air Balloon
Take your adventure to the skies! The park features a hot air balloon ride offering panoramic views of the forest and sea. Whether it’s a real ascent or a simulator ride, the dreamy scenery is unforgettable.
3.Face-to-Face with Dinosaurs
Dinosaur lovers, this one’s for you! Jump into a specially designed vehicle and ride through dino territory where carnivores suddenly appear — it’s like being in a Jurassic movie.
4.Scenic Dining Under the Sky
After all that excitement, refuel in one of JUNGLIA’s open-air restaurants, where you can savor Okinawan cuisine made with local ingredients while taking in breathtaking jungle views.
5.SPA JUNGLIA: Immersive Forest Onsen (Separate Ticket Required)
Unwind after a day of excitement at the massive SPA JUNGLIA, where the main highlight is an 82㎡ infinity bath certified as the world’s largest. Surrounded by lush jungle, it’s pure bliss. The hot spring water is drawn from 1,600 meters underground and is gentle on the skin — known as “beauty water.” Don't miss the natural skincare products made with Okinawan plant “gettō (月桃)”.
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🎟️【JUNGLIA Info】
▶️ Opening Hours: July–August: 10:00–19:30 (SPA: 12:00–21:30), Hours after September will be announced on the official website.
▶️ Location: 654-3 Ogasan, Nakijin, Kunigami District, Okinawa
▶️ Access: Approx. 1.5-hour drive from Naha Airport
▶️ Tickets: Adults ¥8,800 / Children ¥5,940
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Where to Eat Near JUNGLIA? 3 Highly Rated Local Restaurants Within 30 Minutes Drive
Whatever before or after a full day of adventures, your tummy will surely be calling! Here are three must-visit eateries within a 30-minute drive from JUNGLIA, perfect whether you're starting your day with a local breakfast or ending it with a memorable dinner. Expect crowds once the park opens — plan ahead and bookmark these gems!
Ryuukyuu kominka Okinawa Cuisine TEEDA MOON 
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Want to fuel up before a big day at the park? This restaurant is a converted 50-year-old Okinawan house, now serving Okinawan-French fusion cuisine created by a chef trained in France.
Their one-and-only breakfast set “Sunshine Set” (¥3,800) is a must — featuring local specialties like mozuku seaweed, peanut tofu, island shallots, purple yam, pork belly, pig ears, sea grapes, and bitter melon scrambled eggs. Even better? Free refills on rice and pork soup!
Come back in the evening for their dinner menu (from 6 PM), where local flavors meet French finesse — think seared white fish with lemon butter sauce (¥1,200) or Okinawan shrimp tomato cream pasta (¥4,000). The vibe is rustic and relaxing, with occasional live island music. Free parking available. Book in advance — breakfast/lunch via online, dinner by phone only.
📍 Approx. 24-min drive from JUNGLIA
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ryuunokuni 
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This popular spot is all about premium Okinawan black pork "Agu" Their signature shabu-shabu (¥2,800 per person) features beautifully sliced pork that melts in your mouth once dipped in fragrant kombu broth. Pair it with ponzu or sesame sauce for a delightful flavor twist. The side veggies include local Okinawan produce — bitter melon and pork are a surprisingly perfect match! Don’t forget to finish with chewy udon.
Also try their rare Genghis Khan-style lamb (¥1,280), available with either soy or salt-based sauce — perfect for meat lovers! Their local fruit smoothies, like the Apple Banana Smoothie (¥500), are refreshing and fragrant.
The cozy atmosphere, kind staff, and focus on local ingredients (think purple yam, sea grapes, and bitter melon) make it the ideal place to wrap up your adventure-filled day.
📍 Approx. 25-min drive from JUNGLIA
Source: WebsiteYakiniku Motobubokujou 
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For top-tier Okinawan beef, look no further than this yakiniku spot run by the Motobu cattle farm itself. Their meats are ultra-fresh and melt-in-your-mouth juicy, thanks to perfect marbling and farm-to-table delivery.
Go big with the “Premium Wagyu Platter” (¥8,000 for 2–3 people), featuring various cuts like shoulder and short ribs. For a lighter option, the house-made hamburger steak is crispy outside and bursting with flavor inside — complete with their signature sauce.
Personal favorite? Grilled ribs with cold noodles — the hot-and-cold combo is just right for Okinawa’s warm weather. The restaurant has a relaxed layout with both table and tatami seating, plus kid-friendly amenities like high chairs. Free parking and easy touch-screen ordering make dining a breeze.
This beloved spot gets packed during peak seasons like graduation trips, so reservations are highly recommended. Whether it's your first time in Okinawa or a return visit, this is a must-revisit yakiniku!
📍 Approx. 23-min drive from JUNGLIA
The restaurant will usually confirm your reservation within 7 working days. Once the reservation is confirmed, the system will automatically refund the deposit within 30 working days.
＊Note: If you are unable to attend to your reservation, please cancel in advance. No-shows cause inconvenience to the restaurants and other customers. Thank you for your cooperation.
