Located in Okinawa City, Disco Zone has everything that will keep you dancing to the 1970s and 1980s tunes until closing. The venue encompasses a dining area, cozy booths, a full bar, and a dance floor complete with DJ, flashing lights and a disco ball. Entry is denied to people wearing sandals or work attire, and please note that foreigners are not welcome unless they arrive in a couple. Disco Zone is closed on Wednesdays.
Down the street from Disco Zone, the club previously known as Club Pyramid is now Club Else. The two-story venue occasionally hosts live bands and can be rented out for weddings and private events. Every Friday night is ladies night, which means admission is free for ladies until 23:00. The cover fee is generally around JPY1000, but varies according to special events. Check the website for free admission nights.
With special guest DJs and performers, it's no wonder that Club Twister in Ginowan City reaches its 700-person capacity. Only open on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the cover charge for men is generally JPY2000, whereas women are usually charged around JPY1500. The vast dance floor accommodates all styles of dancing, including occasional salsa nights and belly-dancing or break dancing performances. See the website for special promotions, like all-you-can-drink deals, and prices.
Along Route 58 in Chatan Town, you'll be able to satisfy your meat craving at Chargrill Dining Pub Enya-koraya. Grilled chicken and pork skewers are the specialty here, and they are cooked over binchotan (Japanese high-quality charcoal made from oak). Some might say the skewers are only there to accompany the awamori (Okinawan rice liquor), and the restaurant aptly provides unlimited drink options to go with your meal. Private dining spaces accommodate large groups of friends. Please note that the restaurant is closed on Wednesdays, and only open for dinner.
An intimate space for 20, this hole-in-the-wall venue is all about fun and relaxation. Set live performances and acoustic sets take place Thursday through Saturday, while patrons can feel free to use any of the instruments in the bar for open mic night on Mondays and Wednesdays. Tuesdays are particularly special, because that's when the proprietor takes the stage and dazzles the guests with magic tricks and fortune telling. The music, Western fare, and cocktails will have you leaving with a light heart.
Izakaya TEECHI is a beach resort-themed restaurant and bar in Naha City, serving Pan-Asian cuisine and a wide range of awamori (Okinawan rice liquor) and cocktails. If you haven't tried Okinawa's taco rice yet, this is the perfect place to do so. The friendly staff are used to tourists, and more than willing to accommodate English-speaking guests. The second floor is good for private events, but the first floor can also be rented and holds up to 50 guests. All-you-can-drink specials make this venue great for parties, and customers celebrating a birthday will receive a special treat.