What Is Nago Pineapple Park?
Nago Pineapple Park (ナゴパイナップルパーク) is a pineapple-themed park in Nago City, northern Okinawa. With approximately 120 varieties of pineapple and various tropical fruits grown on site, visitors can tour the pineapple fields aboard automatic Pineapple Go-Carts. It is one of northern Okinawa's most popular attractions, beloved by both families and couples.
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Pineapple Go-Cart Ride
The Pineapple Go-Cart is the park's highlight attraction. Board a cute pineapple-shaped automatic cart for a 10-minute ride through tropical fruit orchards and subtropical gardens. The carts are fully automatic, so even small children and elderly visitors can enjoy the ride safely.
- Duration: About 10 minutes
- Capacity: 4 people per cart
- Driving: Fully automatic (no steering required)
- Cost: Included in admission
- Photo spots: Fun photo opportunities throughout the course
Tasting and Drinks
Another major highlight is the free tasting area. Enjoy freshly harvested pineapple along with a variety of pineapple products.
| Tasting Item | Feature | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh pineapple | Freshly cut pineapple slices | Free |
| Pineapple juice | 100% freshly squeezed juice | Free |
| Pineapple wine | Okinawa-made pineapple wine | Free |
| Pineapple cake | Park-original pineapple cake | Free |
| Pineapple parfait | Popular dessert (order at cafe) | ~600 yen |
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Park Attractions
Beyond the Go-Cart ride, the park offers several other attractions to explore.
- Dinosaur Adventure — life-size moving dinosaur models in an interactive walk-through attraction. A huge hit with kids!
- Shell Museum — over 10,000 shells collected from around the world
- Pineapple Winery — tour the pineapple wine production process with free tastings
- Subtropical garden — walking trails through 100+ tropical plant species
- Photo spots — giant pineapple sculptures, tropical backdrops, and Instagram-worthy spots throughout
Souvenir Shopping
The large souvenir shop at the park exit offers a wide range of pineapple-based Okinawan specialty products.
| Popular Souvenir | Price (approx.) | Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Pineapple cake | ~1,000 yen | Park's #1 best-seller |
| Pineapple cookies | ~600 yen | Crispy pineapple-flavored cookies |
| Pineapple wine | ~1,500 yen | Okinawa-exclusive pineapple wine |
| Pineapple juice | ~500 yen | 100% fresh-squeezed juice |
| Pineapple jelly | ~800 yen | Tropical fruit jelly set |
Admission and Basic Information
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Admission (adults 16+) | 1,200 yen (~US$8) |
| Admission (children 4-15) | 600 yen (~US$4) |
| Under 3 | Free |
| Hours | 10:00-18:00 (last entry 17:30) |
| Closed | Open year-round |
| Address | 1195 Tamata, Nago City, Okinawa |
| Phone | 0980-53-3659 |
| Time needed | About 1-1.5 hours |
Access: About 1 hour 20 minutes from Naha Airport via Okinawa Expressway. Exit at Kyoda IC, then 20 minutes. Free parking for ~200 cars. Just a 5-minute drive from Neo Park Okinawa.
Visiting Tips
- Enjoy the tastings: Don't miss the free tasting area. Pineapple wine tasting is for non-drivers only
- Photos: Have your camera ready when boarding the Go-Cart. Photo spots throughout the course
- Combo visit: Pair with Neo Park Okinawa (5-min drive) for a perfect half-day itinerary
- Souvenirs: Check for park-exclusive pineapple cakes only available on site
- Rainy days: Indoor facilities (winery, souvenir shop, shell museum) make it enjoyable even in rain
FAQ
Q. How long does a visit take?
A. Typically 1 to 1.5 hours is enough. If you want to enjoy tasting and shopping at a relaxed pace, plan about 2 hours.
Q. Can I visit on a rainy day?
A. Yes. The Go-Carts are covered, and indoor facilities like the winery, souvenir shop, and shell museum make it enjoyable even in rain.
Q. Is it good for kids?
A. Absolutely. The Go-Cart ride, Dinosaur Adventure, and free tastings are all kid-favorites, making it perfect for family trips.
Q. Can I combine it with Neo Park?
A. Yes. It's just a 5-minute drive away. Visiting both makes for a great half-day itinerary.
Q. Can I buy pineapple wine?
A. Yes. The Pineapple Winery offers free tastings before purchase. It's an Okinawa-exclusive product and makes a great souvenir.
