Blue Seal Makiminato Honten

This is a famous Okinawa ice cream shop that many reviewers recommend as a must-try. They offer a variety of ice cream flavors, both scooped and soft serve, as well as other menu items like crepes and bubble tea. Recommended flavors are "Salty Milk" and "Sweet Potato."

Recommended Menu Items
Soft Cream:
Salty Milk: A slightly salty milk flavor, this is recommended because Okinawa is famous for its salt.
Sweet Potato: A purple potato flavor that's not too sweet, with a distinct Okinawan purple potato flavor.
Scoped Ice Cream: Available in a variety of flavors.
Crepes: Another popular item, praised for its deliciousness.

Atmosphere and Highlights
The main Makiminato Honten branch has a vintage American atmosphere.
The main branch has a second floor decorated as a museum, perfect for taking photos.
They offer a wide variety of menu items, perfect for tourists wanting to sample local flavors.

Things to Know:
Prices: Starting at around 200 yen for ice cream and 500-600 yen for crepes. (Prices are subject to change.)
Opening Hours: Please check with your desired branch before traveling, as hours are subject to change.

Post by My name is jayjay | Nov 1, 2025