Nago Pineapple Park -Dinosaurs, butterflies, and pineapples – only in Japan!
Hi friends. Today we’re back at Nago Pineapple Park in northern Okinawa. 14 years since our last visit. The ticket counter opened at 10:00 a.m. and we were first in line. Tickets ready. It’s amazing to see how much this place has grown. Back then it was charming but smaller. Today it’s a full-scale Pineapple Kingdom. Our adventure begins with a bus ride through the pineapple fields. No fruits today, but picture rows of golden pineapples sparkling in the Okinawa sun. Pineapple farming here started in the early 1900s and by the 1960s. Okinawa was exporting pineapple products across Asia. Even without fruit, the fields are a reminder of that history. And honestly, the anticipation makes you want to come back in peak season just to see them in full bloom. The bus tour of the pineapple field ended at the start of the pineapple buggy ride. Cute music, cheerful vibes, and in true Japanese fashion, dinosaurs. Because why not? and decoration types. About 200 pie, pine, and gold barrel. Each has its own unique flavor and shape. And here is the garden area. We have about 120 different types of pineapple growing. Pineapples and Dinosaurs, the crossover we never knew we needed. The ride is short but sweet with animatronic dinosing out between tropical plants. It’s quirky, it’s fun, and it’s exactly why we love exploring Japan. You never know when a T-Rex will show up to guard your fruit. From prehistoric pineapples to lush paradise, the park flows into a botanical wonderland. Tropical plants tower overhead, orchids bloom in every color, and the air feels like stepping into a greenhouse dream. Okinawa’s subtropical climate makes it perfect for orchids, and the park showcases dozens of varieties. It’s not just pretty, it’s educational, too, with signs explaining how these plants thrive in the island’s unique environment. Then comes the butterfly garden. Butterflies flutter through the air like living confetti, landing on flowers and occasionally photobombing your shots. It’s a peaceful pause in the park, a reminder that nature here isn’t just cultivated, it’s celebrated. If you’re patient, you might even catch a butterfly resting long enough for a closeup. And of course, no pineapple park would be complete without treats, ice cream, cakes, cookies, even pineapple wine. This place is a sweet tooth paradise. Fun fact, Okinawa once exported pineapple wine across Asia, making it a quirky piece of local history. Today you can taste that tradition right here. We sampled the ice cream. Creamy, tangy, and dangerously addictive. The gift shop is massive with everything from pineapple plushies to pineapple curry. Yes, curry. Don’t knock it until you try it. Walking through, we couldn’t help but compare this visit to 14 years ago. Back then, the park felt more like a local attraction. Now, it’s polished, bigger, and clearly designed for international visitors, too. It’s proof of how Okinawa has embraced tourism while keeping its quirky charm intact. From buses to buggies, dinosaurs to butterflies, and pineapples everywhere in between, Nago Pineapple Park is a mix of nostalgia and surprise. 14 years later, it’s bigger, brighter, and still full of charm. And if you ask us, this part proves one thing. Life is always sweeter with a little pineapple. Now As we mentioned, Nago Pineapple Park truly has a bit of everything, and the distillery and wine bar were no exception. Too bad we were behind the wheel and couldn’t indulge in the samples. Still, our friends and family will be the lucky ones with care packages full of pineapple treats headed their way. From here, you would take the pineapple buggy bus or train. I think it’s what they called it to get back to your vehicle. All in all, this place exceeded our expectations. Thank you all for watching and subscribing. And if there’s a place in Okinawa you’d like to see, let us know in the comments below.
From pineapple fields to quirky dinosaur rides, lush orchids, butterflies, and sweet treats — Nago Pineapple Park in Okinawa has it all. Join us for a fun mix of nostalgia, history, and plenty of pineapple flavor!”
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