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To be completely honest, we weren’t sure we were going to go. We had such a packed itinerary for Okinawa already. (Read our full 7-day itinerary here…) There are so many natural wonders waterfalls, beaches, secret coves that spending a day walking around a pineapple-themed attraction in 36-degree heat felt like a waste. Essentially, we were talked into this one by the children. As soon as they saw the flashing neon lights of Pineapple Park, there was no way we were going to be able to leave the island without visiting.
Spoiler: I’m glad we went. If you’re already sold, you can book your Pineapple Park tickets here, or keep reading to find out why this is possibly the silliest and most surprisingly fun day out in Okinawa.
What to Expect at Nago Pineapple Park in Okinawa
So, it’s self-described as a theme park and many guides refer to it as such. I wouldn’t exactly. It’s more of a cross between a pineapple farm, a botanical garden, and a slightly bonkers attraction. If you’ve read “theme park” and are expecting rollercoasters and adrenaline rides, this isn’t it. But don’t let that put you off.
It’s a park dedicated entirely to the world of pineapples. It’s absurd. It’s over-the-top. It’s cheesy. And it may just be the most fun you have in Okinawa. Especially if you’re the kind of person who enjoys a bit of kitsch and doesn’t mind buying into the fun. You’ll love it, and so will your kids.
Hop aboard the pineapple train at Nago Pineapple Park
Start With a Pineapple Train Ride
The day begins with a small pineapple train ride that takes you on a tour around the farm. You’ll get a mini-tour through the pineapple fields, learn about the different types of pineapples, how long they take to grow, how many different types there are (yes, there’s even a pink one), and where the name pineapple actually comes from. It’s everything you didn’t realize you needed to know about pineapples.
Enter the Dinosaur Zone (Yes, Really)
Once off the cart, you’re guided into a self-driving car that slowly cruises through a full-blown dinosaur exhibit. The self-driving cars allow your little ones to sit at the front and feel like they’re driving the cart themselves. According to the park, the sweetness of the pineapples somehow drew the dinosaurs to the park. It’s nonsense, of course, but that’s part of the charm. We’ve often found when travelling across Japan that some of the best attractions here are the ones that seem to make zero sense. Giant dinosaur statues roar as you pass, and if you can’t make sense of why they’re there, you’re not alone.
PJ just after being caught ignoring the sign
The Infamous Pineapple Theme Song
Part of the charm of the park is that this is very well done. They haven’t cut any corners. They’ve even written their own song and directed a cheesy music video. While you queue, prepare for a music video on loop with a track that goes something like: “pa pa pa pa pa pineapple, pineapple.” It’s catchy in the worst (and best) possible way. Be aware, it’s played at every opportunity throughout the park. We left over a month ago, and I still occasionally catch my kids singing it.
Butterfly Garden and a Much-Needed Pineapple Ice
The butterfly garden is filled with butterflies, caterpillars, exotic plants, and pineapple varieties. At just the right moment, there’s a small café where you can get refreshments. You can get pineapple ices: fresh pineapples carved out, chopped up, stuffed back in, and mixed with ice. It’s worth every yen, especially if you happen to visit on a 36-degree day like we did. There’s also pineapple ice cream, pineapple smoothies, pineapple juices etc. (There’s also normal coffee if, like me, you’re middle-aged and need a certain amount of caffeine to get you through the day.)
Pineapple on pineapple on pineapple the ultimate Okinawan heat relief!
Wine Tasting and Why I Left With Four Bottles
After the pit stop, there’s a high-level walkway above the self-driving dinosaur track, filled with Instagrammable opportunities. Once you’ve taken the day’s perfect picture (because what’s the point of a family day out anymore if it can’t be immortalised on Instagram with the right caption?), the real highlight for adults is the pineapple winery. Red, white, sweet, fizzy. Every type of pineapple wine is available to taste, and they are generous with second and third helpings. I thought I was getting one over on them by requesting multiple samples, but I ended up leaving with four bottles, so I’m not quite sure who was tricking who.
The haul we didn’t plan on buying
Pineapple Cakes, Biscuits, and a Bakery That Knows What It’s Doing
Next comes the pineapple bakery. Rows of pineapple cake, pineapple biscuits, and pineapple-infused everything, with generous tasters at every counter. If, like me, you’re buoyed by the pineapple positivity at this point (maybe helped along by the wine samples), then you’ll love the bakery and probably leave with multiple cakes.
Every purchase enters you into a free raffle of prizes. We won a free can of pineapple juice!
How Much Does Pineapple Park Cost?
Tickets cost ¥1,500 for adults and ¥750 for kids aged 4–15. Under 4s go free. That includes the cart ride, dinosaur zone, butterfly garden, wine tasting, and all the weird and wonderful touches that make the place unforgettable.
For our family of four, it came to ¥4,500, but we spent double that again in the gift shop. Worth every yen.
Pro Tip:
Every purchase made at Pineapple Park, comes with a free raffle for a prize. We won a free pineapple juice!
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