The Okinawa Convention Center is major civic center used for local and international events and is located in the western portion of Ginowan City.

The Convention Center was designed by architect Yukio Otani and opened to the public in September 1987. Composed of three adjoining buildings designed to represent the sky, sea, and caves of Okinawa, the complex houses an exhibition hall, theater, and convention facility. It is easily recognizable to residents because of its high, arched green roof.

Numerous events are hosted at the Center every year, such as auto shows, ikebana shows, and international conventions. The center has hosted the Worldwide Uchinanchu Conference twice, as well as the Asia Music Pageant. It is also one of the two primary home courts for the Ryukyu Golden Kings, Okinawa’s only professional sports team and one of the newest teams in the Japan Basketball League.

Not far from the Convention Center are the ever-popular and amenity-rich Tropical Beach, a marina, and several resort hotels.

To get to the Okinawa Convention Center, exit Camp Foster’s Kitamae (Commissary) Gate and turn left. Turn right at the first light. Follow the signs for the Convention Center, continuing straight for several kilometers and passing San-A on the right. The Center will be on the right, and its entrance is marked by a large torii.

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