Usagiya
Experience traditional Miyako food and culture with live sanshin music and dance in a vibrant, participatory izakaya atmosphere.
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Usagiya
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Experience traditional Miyako food and culture with live sanshin music and dance in a vibrant, participatory izakaya atmosphere.
"This Izakaya is amazing, service is spotless and the atmosphere friendly."
Secure Seats Early
Arrive early to ensure you get good seating for the live performance, as it's a popular experience.
Join the Fun
Be prepared for audience participation during the show; it's encouraged and adds to the lively atmosphere.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Okinawan Izakaya
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 980-79-0881
Address
Nishizato-224 Hirara, Miyakojima, Okinawa 906-0012, Japan
Website
usagiya-miyako.com/Highlights
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Lively Traditional Performances
Experience traditional Miyako local food with captivating song and dance, featuring live sanshin music. Audience participation is encouraged for a communal feel.
Authentic Miyako Cuisine
Savor traditional Miyako island delicacies, perfect for pairing with drinks. Dishes include deep-fried chicken and island tofu.
Vibrant Izakaya Atmosphere
Immerse yourself in a lively izakaya environment with great music and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that makes everyone feel included.
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Secure Seats Early
Arrive early to ensure you get good seating for the live performance, as it's a popular experience.
Join the Fun
Be prepared for audience participation during the show; it's encouraged and adds to the lively atmosphere.
Order Food Wisely
Portions are generous, so order carefully to avoid over-ordering.
COVID-19 Service Notes
Note that alcohol may not be served and last orders are typically by 19:00 during certain periods.
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Secure Seats Early
Arrive early to ensure you get good seating for the live performance, as it's a popular experience.
Join the Fun
Be prepared for audience participation during the show; it's encouraged and adds to the lively atmosphere.
Order Food Wisely
Portions are generous, so order carefully to avoid over-ordering.
COVID-19 Service Notes
Note that alcohol may not be served and last orders are typically by 19:00 during certain periods.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Usagiya offers a vibrant izakaya experience with lively traditional Okinawan music and dance performances that encourage audience participation. Diners rave about the friendly atmosphere and attentive service. The food, featuring traditional Miyako cuisine, is noted for its generous portions and authentic flavors.
"This Izakaya is amazing, service is spotless and the atmosphere friendly. The staff were so helpful and friendly. I was so happy when listening to the singer and watch the young boy performance. The singer was interacting with the customers that was hilarious even that we don’t speak the language. Arigato Gozaimasu 🙏. We felt very welcoming."
Andrea Ortiz
"This place is a gas! ¥1000 cover charge for the live show. The live show is a local guy with the snake skin guitar that you see everywhere. He has some extra helpers for dancing and keyboards. There are lots of stories between the songs and as you’d expect plenty of audience participation. There are lots of these around so I can’t compare to others. I enjoyed it and the atmosphere would be good even for a non Japanese speaker. Food comes in big portions so order carefully. The steak tartare was excellent."
Fergus MacDermot
"Delicious typical Okinawa food with sanshin show while having dinner. During corona times they don't serve alcohol, the last order and the show are until 19h."
Cristina Ga Mar
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can experience traditional Miyako local food while being entertained by song and dance performances, featuring live sanshin music and audience participation.
Yes, audience participation is encouraged and a key part of the lively and communal atmosphere.
Usagiya serves traditional Miyako local food and izakaya-style dishes, with notable options like deep-fried chicken and island tofu.
Yes, reviews indicate that food portions are generous, so it's advisable to order carefully.
During COVID-19, there might be restrictions such as no alcohol service and earlier last orders (around 19:00).
Reservations can be made by phone. It's best to call to inquire about availability, especially for peak times.
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They play Miyakojima or Okinawa traditional music with vocal and sanshin. You can dance with other visitors together. Once you dance together, you are all brothers.
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