About Chatan Town
Chatan Town is in the central part of Okinawa’s main island and an international resort town with easy access to the major tourist areas.
Spread along the coastline from the Miyagi coast to Araha Beach,The west coast of Chatan Town boasts a townscape that brings to mind the west coast of the United States.
Enjoy marine activities all year round.
Chatan is well-known for being one of the most beautiful sunset spots in the prefecture.
From the Fisherina port, one can reach the Kerama Islands by a cruising boat in about one hour.
There's always entertainment somewhere in the town, like fantastic illuminations and photo spots. The American Village is always packed with exciting surprises. While savoring the pleasant sea breeze, enjoy an unforgettable time in the exotic resort town Chatan.
* From Naha Airport to Chatan Town: About 40 minutes by car
Chatan Town Image Character “Chiitan”
"Chiitan," the image character of Chatan Town, was born in 2016.
The cute running "Chiitan" frequently appears at Chatan Town organized events, so if you see it, say “Hello!”
Profile
Birthplace | Born and raised in Chatan |
|---|---|
Birthday | February 7, 2016 |
Hobbies | Promoting the characteristics and charms of Chatan Town, watching the beautiful sunsets |
Skills | Eisa, tug-of-war, marine sports |
Dream | To spread the history and culture of Chatan Town to the world |
Favorite food | Foods made with special products of Chatan Town |
Habit | Speaks with "tan" at the end of sentences and words |
Annual Major Events
Introducing major annual events in Chatan Town. In addition to the events listed below, various smaller events are held throughout the year, including music, food, and cultural events. For the latest event information, please check the latest on the event page.
Mihama Entertainment (All year round)
Click here for the live performance schedule at the Carnival Park Mihama Square in front of the Ferris wheel.
Professional baseball team "Chunichi Dragons" spring camp (February)
Every February, the spring training camp of professional baseball team "Chunichi Dragons" is held at Chatan Park Agre Stadium. During the camp season, many fans crowd the stadium throughout the day because it’s an excellent opportunity for fans to watch practice games up close and interact with the players. In the latter half of the camp, the team plays practice matches against other teams. Fans must buy a ticket to watch these matches.
Chatan Industrial Fair (February)
Industries and businesses based in Chatan display their wares and services in this event for visitors to enjoy and learn about the local brands. The participating companies set up displays for visitors and their families to enjoy products ranging from agricultural produce to crafts, construction-related, health and fashion booths, hands-on experience corners, and free saplings (limited quantity).
Mihama Entertainment (All year round)
Click here for the live performance schedule at the Carnival Park Mihama Square in front of the Ferris wheel.
Chatan Nirai Haarii (June)
The Chatan Town Fisheries Association organizes the "Chatan Nirai Haarii" every year. Many teams compete in various events, such as the Children's, Women's, General, and Professional Haarii. Both children and adult teams can participate, show their powers, and enjoy. In addition to Haarii, there are stage events such as fish catching, live performances, and closing fireworks. It is a Chatan summer event people can enjoy from the morning till night.
Eisa Festival in Chatan (June)
Eisa Festival is an Okinawan summer tradition. Youth associations from different wards of Chatan (Sunabe, Jagaru, Kitatama, Eguchi) and guest youth associations from other municipalities perform dynamic and lively Eisa with children’s Eisa group also joining in the festival. Agile movements and fast-paced, powerful drumbeat characterize Chatan's Eisa style.
Mihama Entertainment (All year round)
Click here for the live performance schedule at the Carnival Park Mihama Square in front of the Ferris wheel.
Seaport Chatan Carnival (July)
The Seaport Chatan Carnival is the largest summer festival in Chatan, held around the Sunset Beach in Mihama. During the day, visitors can enjoy yoga activities, marine sports experiences, and more on the beach while entertainment on stage goes on all day long. Fireworks end both days, and especially the mighty water-launched works, which are rare in the prefecture, are overwhelming.
Mihama Entertainment (All year round)
Click here for the live performance schedule at the Carnival Park Mihama Square in front of the Ferris wheel.
Halloween Festa in Mihama (October)
The largest Halloween event in the prefecture is held every October 31st around the American Village in Mihama. The area has a potent blend of American culture, and people in fancy costumes gather from throughout the prefecture for the festival. The situation reflects exactly the event catchphrase "The whole town is the stage!"
C1 Gourmet Fair (October)
The C1 Gourmet Fair is a food event where all the restaurants in Chatan Town gather together. Stage events, including live music performances, are also held. Visitors can taste a variety of foods from Chatan, from Chatan-Cho-style international cuisine to the specials of successive “C-1 Chatan Gourmet Battle” winners.
Mihama illuminations（Late November to mid March）
The area around the American Village, which usually has illumination displays at night, will have even more of them during the winter season from the end of November to the middle of March. Please enjoy the streets from Chatan Information Center to Aeon Chatan, Sunset Beach, and the romantic alleys through the Depot Island.
