Central Okinawa is the area north of Naha and south of Onna and Kin villages. Attractions include the Okinawa Convention Center, Mihama American Village shopping area, Nakagusuku Castle, Nakamura House, Katsuren Castle, Southeast Botanical Gardens, the clubs and nightlife of  Okinawa City and the attractions of Yomitan Pennisula which are listed separately.
Central Okinawa is also home to many of the American military  bases including USMC camps Kinser, Foster, Lester, Futenma MCAS, and USAF Kadena Air Base. USMC Camp Schwab and Camp Hansen are further north on the Pacific coast.