Daiichi Makishi Public Market

**Overview** The First Makishi Public Market gives Naha visitors an easy way into Okinawan food culture. Walk the first floor to see what sellers have in that day, then ask whether an eligible fish or meat purchase can be prepared upstairs under the market’s mochiage system. You can also go directly to the upstairs dining floor and order from a menu. Naha City’s walking guide notes that the market reopened in March 2023, so older photos may show a different building. **Key metrics** - Market reopened: March 2023 - Fresh-food floor: 1st floor - Dining floor: 2nd floor - Cook-up last order: 19:45 - Dining last order: 20:00 **Pros** - A single stop combines food shopping and a sit-down meal. - Upstairs menus offer an alternative to arranging preparation downstairs. - The market works as part of a central Naha walking day. **Cons** - Individual stalls keep their own hours. - The cook-up service applies to eligible purchases only. - The market normally closes on the fourth Sunday outside December. **Best for** Food-minded travelers who want to see ingredients and choose a meal without setting aside a separate cross-island trip. **Things to watch out for** Agree on the purchase and cooking charges before ordering. The official site lists 19:45 for the cook-up last order and 20:00 for the upstairs dining last order.