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Miyakojima’s folk song izakayas offer a special experience where you can enjoy traditional island folk songs while drinking. There are various styles, but the most common is sitting at a table while watching singers perform on a stage at the front.
Churashima
Churashima is one of the most popular izakayas in Miyakojima and is often fully booked. There are two performances, starting at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, and the first is especially hard to reserve, so booking in advance is recommended. The charm of Churashima lies in its live folk song performances, karaoke contests, and audience participation. The store is also enlivened by the appearance of “Chondara,” the tourism ambassador of Miyakojima.
Address: 303 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-79-9788
Shima Uta Izakaya Kizan
At Shima Uta Izakaya Kizan, you can enjoy live performances by Miwa Yonashiro, a leading figure in Miyako folk music. There are three performances per day starting from around 6:30 PM, with the 9:30 PM show being irregular. Thanks to their own farm, you can enjoy fresh, seasonal island vegetables. Singers dressed in traditional attire enhance the island’s atmosphere.
Address: 244 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-72-6234
Bunmyaa
Opened in 2000, Bunmyaa was the first folk song izakaya in Miyakojima. The name “Bunmyaa” refers to a place historically used for making Miyako-jofu textiles and as a community meeting hall, meaning “a place where people gather.” The spirit lives on, offering a space where visitors can connect through music and food with smiles.
Address: 3F ABA Building, 220 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-73-2487
Waon
Shima Uta Live Ishokuya Waon is a cozy establishment run by a couple—the wife from Okinawa Main Island and the husband raised on Ogami Island. Their live performance usually starts at 8:00 PM. The shop was also a filming location for the NHK morning drama “Jun to Ai” and offers about 40 different dishes.
Address: 565-3 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-73-5275
Chura Chura
Shima Uta Paradise Chura Chura holds two live performances daily. Before each performance, the staff gives an introduction to island songs, local dialects, and dance moves, allowing guests to enjoy the experience together. This izakaya offers not only Okinawan cuisine but also cultural interaction.
Address: 182 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-73-3130
Akagaara
Akagaara Miyakojima is a casual and homey izakaya. With counter seats, table seating, and sunken-floor seating, it’s welcoming for solo diners, families, and groups. Live folk music performances are held every night at 7:00 PM and 8:30 PM. It’s also known for its connection to the local guardian figure “Mamoru-kun.”
Address: 233 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-72-2030
Miru Tiida
Miru Tiida is a friendly izakaya where you can enjoy delicious Okinawan cuisine made with plenty of local ingredients from Miyakojima, along with nightly sanshin live performances. The restaurant offers various seating options including tables and tatami rooms, and welcomes solo guests, couples, families, and large groups to enjoy a relaxed Okinawan atmosphere.
Address: 427-7 Hirara Azahigashinakasone, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Phone: 0980-79-0262
Usagiya
At Usagiya, you can enjoy a special time full of Okinawan charm. Not only food and drinks, but also traditional entertainment is offered, and if you’re lucky, you can catch a live stage performance.
Address: 2F, 224 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa (Leon Deiriguchi Building)
Phone: 0980-79-0881
In Conclusion
When visiting Miyakojima, be sure to stop by one of these folk song izakayas. Each establishment offers unique performances and warm hospitality, giving you a deeper appreciation for the island’s culture and charm.