Food Tour in Okinawa!! DELICIOUS + BIZARRE FOODS Only on This Island!!

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NAHA, OKINAWA - Okinawa is an island in southern Japan, yet its culture and food are vastly different from what you typically think of as Japanese. Today I’m hanging out with my friend Yuji-San and we’re going to take you on an ultimate Okinawan food tour!
Thanks to my friend Yuji-San for taking me about Naha: hotel_manager_jt
1. MEGURO miso soup stand: goo.gl/maps/rGGLu9RtcAL23eHo9 - We started off for the greatest ever rice ball and craft miso soup. It was a totally new experience and appreciation for miso soup.
Total price - 2,800 JPY
2. Tofu Soba at Takaesu Soba: goo.gl/maps/mD4vzTqqHxaJdCSL8 - In Okinawa, soba is totally different from the buckwheat noodles you get in other parts of Japan. Okinawan soba is something nearly everyone eats for lunch and it’s more similar to ramen with wheat noodles and pork ribs. We went to this special place for their tofu soba.
Total price - 2,770 JPY
3. Ice snow cones at Fujiya Tomari: goo.gl/maps/Q8SF83Vjq6FoUUwH9 - Another thing you have to try in Okinawa is their snow cones.
Price - 1,350 JPY for everything
4. Okinawan Izakaya at Urizun: goo.gl/maps/iwbuKjfUUG1yxNNK7 - In order get a taste of traditional Okinawan food, we went to Urizun. Again, dishes were totally different from anywhere else I’ve bee.
Price - 9,353 JPY for everything
5. Goat Sashimi at Nijuban (20th) Goat Restaurant: goo.gl/maps/UwNcUyueA6eVYKBw7 - Finally there was one meal I was not going to leave Okinawa without trying - goat sashimi!
Price - 3,400 JPY for everything
Okinawa is a wonderful island to visit with a truly unique food culture. Thank you for watching this Okinawan food tour!
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  • @Laflareup1017
    @Laflareup1017 Жыл бұрын

    Dude your videos have gotten me through over a year of depression from grieving. So uplifting and inspiring. You're awesome brotha

  • @TomoTakinoFanClub

    @TomoTakinoFanClub

    Жыл бұрын

    Ooga booga

  • @robg1358

    @robg1358

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow you must really be depressed to watch this clown for a year straight. Get out the house get fresh air and sunlight you’ll feel much better.

  • @heatherelizabeth9008

    @heatherelizabeth9008

    Жыл бұрын

    What a great message!

  • @mikepette4422

    @mikepette4422

    11 ай бұрын

    hang in there :)

  • @roido6614

    @roido6614

    2 ай бұрын

    Anything Positive to lift your Soul. Peace Bro!

  • @batulanrq
    @batulanrq Жыл бұрын

    I was stationed in Okinawa for two years…the people there are so respectful and the food is great! Miss it so much

  • @Jsrowson

    @Jsrowson

    Жыл бұрын

    I was there too! Camp Kinser, wish I would have explored the area more.😔

  • @hanswerner2946

    @hanswerner2946

    Жыл бұрын

    Muricans?

  • @Dr.Pepper001

    @Dr.Pepper001

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@Jsrowson -- I was at the Futima Marine Corps Air Base for 13 months. Semper Fi.

  • @CoCoFantastique

    @CoCoFantastique

    Жыл бұрын

    I visited someone stationed there. I loved that place.

  • @stuart207

    @stuart207

    Жыл бұрын

    I didn't know Okinawa was an island, learnt something today 👍

  • @FlavorofMind
    @FlavorofMind Жыл бұрын

    Mark keeps crushing it, and I keep noticing how much more cinematic these episodes have been getting lately... Totally love the urban/neighborhood shots and feel that give this video some extra life! Awesome.

  • @nigelkhan9278
    @nigelkhan9278 Жыл бұрын

    I have to return to Okinawa. My favorite duty stationed while I was in the Marine Corps. MCAS Futenma HQHQ, there was a small restaurant just down the hill from MCAS Futenma that had the best Shoba noddles and chicken teriyaki. Shakeys Pizza, Taco rice, Goya Champuru, Teppanyyaki Kobe, Habu Pit and Chicken and Papa. Marc enjoy your Okinawa journey, it is life changing. The Okinawian people are so friendly and kind. They have the best diet in the world and the most people over the age of 100.

  • @victorsijohn4290

    @victorsijohn4290

    9 ай бұрын

    You talking about My House!

  • @098hazuki

    @098hazuki

    8 ай бұрын

    I used to work at habu pit!!!!

  • @nigelkhan9278

    @nigelkhan9278

    8 ай бұрын

    @@098hazuki That is awesome.

  • @telmawyattgamble0819

    @telmawyattgamble0819

    8 ай бұрын

    I miss Okinawa so much! I’m half Okinawan and currently living in America. Everyday I think about Okinawa lol.. can’t wait to go back even if it’s just to visit. 🤩

  • @scottburrow8717
    @scottburrow8717 Жыл бұрын

    🇯🇵 Japan is on my bucket list. Just don’t ever think I will get there. But, watching Mark I go so many place. Thanks Mark!!

  • @marcov9808

    @marcov9808

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes you will just buy your ticket!

  • @HavocXAngel

    @HavocXAngel

    Жыл бұрын

    Don't give up bro you'll definitely get there

  • @chucktz469

    @chucktz469

    Жыл бұрын

    Never too late! Still have a chance to...

  • @effiepreston5650

    @effiepreston5650

    Жыл бұрын

    Right.

  • @FirstLast-LastFirst

    @FirstLast-LastFirst

    Жыл бұрын

    I am disabled and thanks to Mark I am traveling the world with him.

  • @JB-xd1fo
    @JB-xd1fo Жыл бұрын

    My family has been living in Okinawa for about a year and we have 2 more years left (Military Family). I can tell this! Mark's video hit the nail on the head! Great job!

  • @jun.oshima
    @jun.oshima Жыл бұрын

    I love Okinawa soba, and the koregusu condiment(Chilis marinated in Awamori).

  • @kollin1023
    @kollin1023 Жыл бұрын

    I’m from Okinawa ! Happy to see this video! You should Try a place that calls “Dragon” resident people loves this place! They have a Large meals I recommend Gyoza set (side fried rice is amazing) and Sweet and sour chilli fried shrimp it comes with bunch of sids

  • @YASTravelsEatsWell
    @YASTravelsEatsWell Жыл бұрын

    For a small island, Okinawa has a huge amount of interesting dishes. To have a guide is essential! Your stop at the market & the fish lunch on another video was fantastic. This day you certainly visited some other super foodie stops, not the least were the Izikaya & the goat restaurant. Great short tour of Okinawa, Mark. I'm so impressed with Micah, who occupies himself with games & drawing while your wife is filming! He also enjoys some of the food , I guess. You're raising him right!

  • @joker-jv4wj

    @joker-jv4wj

    Жыл бұрын

    okinawa is part of china

  • @emu_warrior
    @emu_warrior Жыл бұрын

    Yuji San was so nice. I love Japanese culture and people, so respectful, polite, meek, and quality service

  • @kojikido477
    @kojikido477 Жыл бұрын

    沖縄に来たんですね。 どれも沖縄のソウルフードで美味しいです。しかもヘルシーです。

  • @dazuotv
    @dazuotv Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the very nice video of the Okinawa gourmet tour👍

  • @MovementElements
    @MovementElements3 ай бұрын

    Visited Meguro Miso today. Delicious, thanks!!

  • @score2high
    @score2high Жыл бұрын

    Mahalo for explaining the difference between mainland Japan and Okinawan food. People don't realize that Okinawa was once it's own country with their own language, too. BTW, you must have been influenced by your mother and/or grandmother by calling it shave ice!

  • @TheChosenRed
    @TheChosenRed Жыл бұрын

    Japanese food is so unique and delicious with the majority of locals so friendly and helpful. Can't wait to return. Another awesome upload Mark 🤤🙌🏽

  • @MYSTERYMAN9933

    @MYSTERYMAN9933

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree with you.

  • @selinaBARMAR2565
    @selinaBARMAR2565 Жыл бұрын

    Okinawa! My son spent about two years there. I love the idea of such diversity with miso soup. I have always enjoyed miso.

  • @user-vm2bg7xc4k
    @user-vm2bg7xc4k Жыл бұрын

    マーク沖縄にきてくれてありがとう!そろそろ日本の行く場所がなくなってきて沖縄かなと思ってました!笑 仙台の牛タンも美味しいからいつか来てね!

  • @TheBestFoodieShow
    @TheBestFoodieShow Жыл бұрын

    The fact that we get free food & travel videos on KZread by Mark is truly a gift. 👍

  • @AseemaAjay
    @AseemaAjay Жыл бұрын

    I must commend you Mark. I have never heard someone speak so fluently about food. You always have the right words and you seem to improve your vocabulary with every video. I particularly enjoyed this video because of how you described each taste experience, felt like I was tasting the food with you. Thank you 🙌🏾

  • @vwbikke263
    @vwbikke263 Жыл бұрын

    I'm Okinawan! You got a gooood choice!

  • @faustinalin
    @faustinalin Жыл бұрын

    How can you maintaining so slim while eating non stop 😂😂😂,now you make me want to go to Okinawa ! Thanks for sharing.

  • @hollysweetland297

    @hollysweetland297

    Жыл бұрын

    This sounds cruel, but if he were my husband I would worry about worms etc from all the street cauldrons of boiling intestines in dirty rooms with no running water

  • @the_indelible_onion
    @the_indelible_onion Жыл бұрын

    Glory to the chefs!

  • @FlavorofMind
    @FlavorofMind Жыл бұрын

    My lord, that miso soup with the grilled rice ball and freshly shaved Bonito 😮 That is an express ticket to heaven right there! I think I just teared up 😂

  • @melaniefisher8823

    @melaniefisher8823

    Жыл бұрын

    Pretty sure I was squeezing my kleenex as well....

  • @FlavorofMind

    @FlavorofMind

    Жыл бұрын

    @@melaniefisher8823 good to know I am not alone 😅

  • @shawnprime5085

    @shawnprime5085

    Жыл бұрын

    ​​@@melaniefisher8823queezing my Kleenex"!!!?

  • @chucktz469

    @chucktz469

    Жыл бұрын

    The tofu soup did the justice for me. I love the Korean version more due to the spiciness incorporated.

  • @FlavorofMind

    @FlavorofMind

    Жыл бұрын

    @Chuck Tz1983 I can relate to the Korean preference 😅 spice adds that special somethin'...

  • @raymalinowski3306
    @raymalinowski3306 Жыл бұрын

    Great to see you come visit Okinawa. I have been here for over 19 years, awesome place!

  • @carrerlluna66
    @carrerlluna66 Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video. Great choices. More Japan please!

  • @daniellepeters3454
    @daniellepeters3454 Жыл бұрын

    OH, how I wish I could have been on this adventure!! Fantastic!!

  • @christinestclair3131
    @christinestclair3131 Жыл бұрын

    I have been waiting for you to visit Okinawa! So excited to see the foods I grew up eating.

  • @davidbain3098
    @davidbain3098 Жыл бұрын

    I've watched you for some time now and it is impressive that you make sure that you take your family with you where ever you travel to.

  • @phacrissgaming
    @phacrissgaming Жыл бұрын

    to everyone, pls keep pushing in life and never give up. can't wait to see you successful one day and May God Bless You! 🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @chucktz469
    @chucktz469 Жыл бұрын

    Incredible! Wow the tofu from Japan is so buttery & delightful it literally just melts in your mouth instantly when consuming. I has been fortunate to experience the Korean version as well and find it more of my liking because of the spicy kick it contains each bite. Either one is desirable & satisfying. Thanks again & again Mark for the great substance you never tend to miss provide us foodies. 🍜🍚🍸 Cheers!

  • @melaniefisher8823
    @melaniefisher8823 Жыл бұрын

    Mark, you are SOOOO good at explaining everything and the history and reasoning...I enjoy your videos SO MUCH!!!

  • @AussieAngeS
    @AussieAngeS Жыл бұрын

    So awesome Mark! What a great experience foe you, the ramen with that clear broth looked like heaven in a plate.

  • @christal.haitai
    @christal.haitai Жыл бұрын

    That is awesome you came here! I am the only KZreadr in Okinawa when it comes to all things 'Longevity Island'. Did you know its the land of immortals? And their food is a partial reason as to why! (but not the only reason). I wish I could have shown you my favorite traditional Okinawan food spots!

  • @antoniavene7354
    @antoniavene7354 Жыл бұрын

    It look delicious I wish I could try it Great job as always I watch your videos every I’m sure I’ve watched each of your videos 50 times over always enjoy them

  • @bandheadhbcu
    @bandheadhbcu Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to visit Japan one day so I can try the original ramen recipes and explore their beautiful country. Thanks for sharing.

  • @BlackOkinawa
    @BlackOkinawa Жыл бұрын

    FINALLY!!!! I’ve been living here for 4 1/2 years and my kids and I have said for 4 1/2 years when will Mark Wens come to this amazing island!!!! I knew it would happen one day ❤!!!! I am soooo happy 😃.

  • @mikepette4422
    @mikepette4422 Жыл бұрын

    wow that riceball soup is crazy. it looks amazing and made with such skill

  • @anthonyboey3210
    @anthonyboey3210 Жыл бұрын

    This video is awesome. The miso soup look so good, and the charred crispy rice ball looks really delicious. Great for a light snack in the afternoon or even as a supper meal if you want to go light on the food.

  • @2Wheels_NYC
    @2Wheels_NYC Жыл бұрын

    Awesome Mark! My buddy is retired US Military formally stationed there, except he loved it so much, he never left Okinawa. It's on my bucket list to visit, especially because he keeps busting my chops about it!

  • @kristinalopz1623

    @kristinalopz1623

    Жыл бұрын

    Dive-in you only live once. I dare you go for it

  • @Shichman
    @Shichman Жыл бұрын

    I loved this one, food looked great! And interesting!

  • @SOUTHSIDESUPERSTAR
    @SOUTHSIDESUPERSTAR Жыл бұрын

    This what I was waiting on for you to visit. Love this place my hometown

  • @victoriacollado7245
    @victoriacollado7245 Жыл бұрын

    Just love watching your videos, the places you go, the people you meet and the different foods around the world! Keep up the amazing videos!

  • @yarapierre2292
    @yarapierre2292 Жыл бұрын

    Wow looks delicious!!!

  • @val943
    @val943 Жыл бұрын

    Love your content Mark! It's cheerful and we always want to come back to your channel to see more :) No idea how you manage to keep doing those videos with only your wife filming or you filming yourself! Respect!!

  • @kiddoboy84
    @kiddoboy84 Жыл бұрын

    definitely inspire me to visit okinawa! I've been to Japan 8 times, but I always forget to visit Okinawa :S ..the food looks amazing!!

  • @TheEagleslover
    @TheEagleslover Жыл бұрын

    I am slowly adding more Japanese food into my diet. I love the culture and the food is amazing.

  • @MovieCollectionChannel
    @MovieCollectionChannel Жыл бұрын

    Love your content Bro!

  • @stuart207
    @stuart207 Жыл бұрын

    I currently really appreciate red or dark Miso with salad and maybe an egg thrown in. So simple yet so tasty.

  • @awesomeadamfrom2099
    @awesomeadamfrom2099 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome job mark with food vlog

  • @mikichilcutt
    @mikichilcutt Жыл бұрын

    I can see Yuji is a hipster and the miso soup place takes the cake of the hipster kingdom. I loved when you two bit into Yakionigiri, both of you made a noise only when people eat something so good yet simple.

  • @ritchieb1612
    @ritchieb1612 Жыл бұрын

    Another great video 😋

  • @FOCUSonASIA13
    @FOCUSonASIA13 Жыл бұрын

    Dude, everyone from mainland Japan and foreigners visiting Okinawa that you got to have Taco Rice! The place to have it is Charlies Tacos since like 1956 , plus their tacos are unique and delicious. Lived previously on Okinawa a total of 9.5 years. May be heading there for a visit in June

  • @kuyagbchannel
    @kuyagbchannel Жыл бұрын

    so amazing food..i love the noodles so much, taste really different and unique and so flavorful..

  • @antoinetravelingaventure2043
    @antoinetravelingaventure2043 Жыл бұрын

    Good job Mark ! Another great video !

  • @mizueeats5415
    @mizueeats5415 Жыл бұрын

    So mouthwatering delicious food I'm craving

  • @leigh459
    @leigh459 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. The food looks amazing.

  • @TimK2646
    @TimK2646 Жыл бұрын

    Truly amazing 30 minutes GOURMET adventure♥♥♥

  • @brandyslist
    @brandyslist Жыл бұрын

    I miss Okinawa. We lived there for 3 years, and we enjoy every moment living there!

  • @aprild304

    @aprild304

    Жыл бұрын

    You took the words right out of my mouth. My dad was stationed in Okinawa Japan. We lived there for 3 years. I miss it so much!!

  • @alhagiebojang6426
    @alhagiebojang642610 ай бұрын

    Mark brought back my nostalgia. I missed Okinawa and OIC. Great environment, great people, great food!

  • @b42baritone
    @b42baritone8 ай бұрын

    I was station at Kadena Air Base from 72 -75. It got me to love all Japanese food. The Okinawa food was the best. I would love to go back again.

  • @Kaielletiana
    @Kaielletiana Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos!

  • @Romafood
    @Romafood Жыл бұрын

    Bravo Mark

  • @frankcasarelli9140
    @frankcasarelli9140 Жыл бұрын

    Almost at the 10 mil mark!!!! I started following you when you had about 2 mil yay!!!!

  • @robertawheatley6896
    @robertawheatley689610 ай бұрын

    It's so nice how your wife supports you and helps with your videos. You have a beautiful family; your son is growing so nicely!

  • @098hazuki
    @098hazuki8 ай бұрын

    Thank you for visiting my home town🥰

  • @HFC786
    @HFC786 Жыл бұрын

    10,000,000 Subscribers before July!

  • @matt2877

    @matt2877

    Жыл бұрын

    Bum lick bum

  • @wildwildwest1662

    @wildwildwest1662

    Жыл бұрын

    I did it 5 year ago.👍👍👍👍👍

  • @brandyslist
    @brandyslist Жыл бұрын

    One of my favorite Okinawa cuisine is goat sashimi! I know it’s interesting idea, but I love it! This video makes me miss okinawa so much!

  • @AmitKumar-gj3kp
    @AmitKumar-gj3kp Жыл бұрын

    I love watching your videos sir.

  • @jili8680
    @jili8680 Жыл бұрын

    Wow this is amazing

  • @gz2927
    @gz29274 ай бұрын

    I’m going to Okinawa this week and I’m so excited about the food 🤤

  • @tana2953
    @tana2953 Жыл бұрын

    Mr. Mark is eating the local food of the island we live in! I'm so happy♪ Goya Champuru is rich in vitamins and has an effect to prevent summer fatigue in hot Okinawa!

  • @jonathankessels3534
    @jonathankessels35347 ай бұрын

    Currently stationed in Okinawa can’t wait to try all these!

  • @ermohendrikson8161
    @ermohendrikson81617 күн бұрын

    When i look those dishes my mouth starts watering !!!!

  • @TheHeavenlydelight
    @TheHeavenlydelight Жыл бұрын

    I wish I am Micah's sibling so I can tag along with Mark's food tour hahahaha

  • @DapurBiru
    @DapurBiru Жыл бұрын

    I LOVE JAPAN!

  • @SIDDIQUEFISHCORNER

    @SIDDIQUEFISHCORNER

    Жыл бұрын

    www.youtube.com/@foodfish7773

  • @kayomichael
    @kayomichael6 ай бұрын

    Born and raised on Okinawa. Haven’t been back in 20 years. Thanks for bringing back the memories!

  • @luisbocanegra6669
    @luisbocanegra6669 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been waiting for this video! Currently still living here lol and have been for 6 years!

  • @gwen8859
    @gwen8859 Жыл бұрын

    I like Mark I’ve never seen someone genuinely enjoy food like him and explain why. OH WOW!Course what he doesn’t like he excludes but I like when he makes videos of directed at that!😅

  • @Chris-vf5fe
    @Chris-vf5fe Жыл бұрын

    Amazing!!!

  • @khmeraottom
    @khmeraottom Жыл бұрын

    look the food was absolutely fresh😍

  • @judymia
    @judymia Жыл бұрын

    The centaurian study found that the diet high in fish (omega-3), vegetables, and rice were beneficial, but it the social factor of community support and friendships within, helped keep people happy and healthy into their twilight years

  • @andrewkamau4114
    @andrewkamau4114 Жыл бұрын

    Mark, always love your content. I actually live in Okinawa right now! If you're still around the island and want to try some strange foods with a far less traveled American let me know.

  • @rollingfunskateboarding561
    @rollingfunskateboarding56112 күн бұрын

    Great that you got to enjoy the island foods.

  • @irmakeith1830
    @irmakeith1830 Жыл бұрын

    Everything looks delicious ,I get hungry watching all the food they are eating!

  • @yogiwp_
    @yogiwp_ Жыл бұрын

    Okinawa is awesome! Love the tofu+bittergourd thing, the pig ears, the pork bellies, fantastic! Dang, didn't get the chance to try that goat sashimi.

  • @monique_jones
    @monique_jones Жыл бұрын

    I just ate, but these dishes always make my mouth water!!!!!!! 😢😂😂😂😂

  • @liasueyoshi
    @liasueyoshi Жыл бұрын

    my family is from okinawa but i’ve never been, this makes me want to visit it more !

  • @afifchoirul
    @afifchoirul Жыл бұрын

    3:17 watching mark chanel for hundred years, this is the first time i see ying recording mark

  • @tsheringsherpa1244
    @tsheringsherpa1244 Жыл бұрын

    Delicious 😋

  • @Empire-xz7jb
    @Empire-xz7jb Жыл бұрын

    That looks amazing, I really want to visit

  • @PREPFORIT
    @PREPFORIT Жыл бұрын

    I need to try that version of Onigiri. ALL the soups looked GOOD !

  • @cmeefull
    @cmeefull Жыл бұрын

    Safe travels Mark, I love to eat and travel

  • @patriciafuchs5970
    @patriciafuchs5970 Жыл бұрын

    Looks divine!

  • @ezrider2494
    @ezrider2494 Жыл бұрын

    i love your show !

  • @jinyang-fr2ti
    @jinyang-fr2ti10 ай бұрын

    Love your videos. You rock buddy

  • @redrex209
    @redrex209 Жыл бұрын

    That's a different miso soup then the one I had. My oldest son that passed he learned to make rice balls came out real good

  • @chanthafamilyvlog192
    @chanthafamilyvlog192 Жыл бұрын

    Wow looks delicious 😋😋😋😋

  • @malisstreetfoodguide
    @malisstreetfoodguide Жыл бұрын

    Wow, Okinawa food is delicious! I use to watch a movie about that place too, it’s nice place and potato there is unique too.

  • @MainstreamDB
    @MainstreamDB Жыл бұрын

    That miso bar at the start for breakfast was right on! 🤩

  • @RaazMartarz
    @RaazMartarz Жыл бұрын

    wooooo nice 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🙏🙏🙏🙏