Urasoe

This coastal city in Okinawa Prefecture that served as an ancient capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, Urasoe sits between Naha to the south and Ginowan to the north, with waterfront access along its coast and scenic viewpoints in the surrounding area. The wider region is ringed by UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the city's centre offers a walkable concentration of cafés and restaurants.

• Population115,855
• Nearest water0.2 km
• Nearest mountain3.2 km
• UNESCO within 50 km5