Cafe Kibako (KIBAKO) Cafe
Shuri Station area
A small cafe-diner in a residential part of Gibo, known for its homestyle cooking. Alongside well-balanced set meals, it also serves Okinawan favorites like Okinawa soba and brown-sugar zenzai (a sweet red-bean dessert). Open weekdays only — an "insider's spot" loved by local regulars for its everyday, unpretentious feel. Within walking distance of Gibo Station, it makes a good lunch stop on a Gibo-area walk paired with Yamagusuku Manju or Gibo Manju.
Essentials
| Type | Cafe |
|---|---|
| Area | Shuri Station area |
| Address | 沖縄県那覇市首里儀保町1-8 |
| From Shurijo Castle | 12 min on foot |
| Time needed | About 40 min |
| Admission | Order-based (set meals, soba, zenzai) |
| Hours | 11:30–17:00 |
| Closed | Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays |
Getting there & parking
| Parking | Checking |
|---|---|
| Rainy-day suitability | Mostly indoor — fine on rainy days |
| Good for families | Good for families with children |
Within walking distance of Gibo Station (Yui Rail)
Note: Open weekdays only — note that it's not available if you're sightseeing in Shuri on a weekend.
Map
This page covers the essentials. For the full Japanese-language guide (history, sightseeing tips, nearby spots), see the Japanese version.