It takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes by car from Naha Airport. Opened in December 2022, it is not so well known yet, so now is a good time to visit! Cheese taco rice and brown sugar pudding served in a beautiful space renovated from an old Okinawan house are highly recommended!
Point 1: What is the location of “KOMINJA CAFE KURURURU -NAKIJIN-“?
From Naha Airport, take Route 58 north, look across Yagaji Island and Kouri Island, and continue north until you reach Nakijin Village.
The old private house cafe Kururu -NAKIJIN- is located in Nakijin Village. The ruins of Nakijin Castle are also nearby.
The 50-year-old Okinawan traditional house was reconstructed from the ground up as a DIY project, giving it a handmade quality.
The café has a very nice atmosphere in an area with lots of greenery, where you can feel the comfort of the breeze blowing into the open old house.
It has only been open for a few months and is not that famous, so if you want to visit, why not now?
The atmosphere and taste are so good that I am sure this place will become famous,” said one of the visitors.
It would be nice to spend a relaxing time in a quiet and peaceful old house where time seems to have stopped.
Point 2: What is the signature menu item at “Old Folk House Cafe Kururu -NAKIJIN-“?
So, what is the signature menu at “Old Folk House Cafe Kururu -NAKIJIN-“?
One would think that Okinawan cuisine would be the signature menu item here, but the “Avocado Seared Cheese Taco Rice” is the signature dish.
It features coarsely ground meat, a mix of two kinds of cheese, and is seared with a burner. It is also served with avocado, tomatoes, and lettuce for a great colorful touch!
The richness and fatty flavor of the meat goes perfectly with the avocado, cheese, and vegetables such as lettuce and tomatoes!
The sauce is salsa sauce, but for a limited time only, it is sometimes served with a Seekwasser sauce. It is nice to have a change of taste from the usual!
It is said to be especially popular among women, but there are also some fixed male fans.
Also, take-out is now available, so it’s nice to eat at a scenic spot while driving around!
Point 3: What is another recommended menu item at “Old Folk House Cafe Kururu -NAKIJIN-“?
Desserts at Kururu NAKIJIN are also highly recommended. In particular, the “brown sugar pudding” shown in the photo has a gentle taste that you will become addicted to once you try it!
The brown sugar is produced in Iriomote Island and is characterized by its mineral-rich, non-aggressive sweetness. One bite will make you fall in love with its gentle sweetness.
The recommended desserts change every week at this “Old Folk House Cafe Kururu,” but you can feel the care and attention to detail that went into every dessert.
Although Nakijin Village is far away in the northern part of Okinawa’s main island, it is worth the trouble to visit.
