Lola

Your friendly local tour guide is here to assist you!

  • I live in Okinawa Naha
  • I speak English, Italiano, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 5 hours

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Hi there!

I'm Lola, an enthusiastic tour guide with more than three years of experience in showcasing history, culture, and local traditions.

My adventure started with educational tours for students, and I later focused on guiding Japanese travelers through various travel agencies.

Now, I create unforgettable experiences for international guests eager to discover both the hidden treasures and iconic attractions of this amazing destination.

Fluent in both Italian and English, I design immersive tours that cater to your interests—whether you're interested in the fascinating tales of military history, exploring breathtaking limestone caves, savoring local dishes, hunting for unique items in the shopping district, or soaking up the lively vibe of the American Village.

I make sure that every tour is engaging, informative, and tailored just for you.

Let’s get started!

Transportation mode: clean, spacious, and comfortable Nissan Roox WITHOUT A/C, accommodating up to 3 travelers.

  • I live in Okinawa Naha
  • I speak English, Italiano, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 5 hours

Book one of my offers in Okinawa naha

Let's explore Okinawa Naha together! As your local guide, I'll show you the best of Okinawa Naha on a private & personalized tour for you.

Did you know that I can personalize your experience?

All Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs. Just let me know your preferences for a private and personalized experience!

Reviews

Phil
26 June 2025
We had an amazing time on our 6-hour tour of Okinawa with Lola. Our friends had highly recommended her to us. We participated in the “World War Two tour” and also a custom tour that took us to two eateries for a delightful food tasting experience in the city’s public market. Lola’s tour was truly exceptional. She possesses a profound knowledge of the area's history, which brought the experience to life. The way she showcased the locations we visited, along with the order in which she presented them, allowed us to truly appreciate Okinawa and its historical significance. The two restaurants she introduced us to were quite distinct from typical mainland Japanese cuisine, giving us a wonderful glimpse into the region's culinary uniqueness. We were thrilled to explore Okinawa at our own pace, and Lola made the experience feel more personal. I will definitely recommend Lola to friends and colleagues who are planning a trip to Okinawa. Thank you so much, Lola.Amazing time in Okinawa with Lola, our local tour guide!
Alexander
16 June 2025
It was a pleasure for us being the guests of Lola that showed of the beautiful island of Okinawa and I also was able to buy me a wonderful jeans 👖. Wonderful tour in tropical Okinawa
Michael
12 June 2025
We just had an amazing day in Naha with Lola as our guide. She took us around a number of sights but she also allowed us to tailor it to us. She is such s warm and interesting person which made the day even more enjoyable as we had so many interesting conversations. I cannot recommend Lola enough. She is a brilliant guide and amazing person. I highly recommend booking Lola to guide you around Naha!!Amazing day in Naha with Lola!!
Akio
4 June 2025
I spent 8 amazing hours in Okinawa with Lola. Her assistance in organizing my trip was crucial since I needed a customized tour for health reasons. She was super flexible and tailored an itinerary just for me. Her suggestions about the Second Ward War museums, especially the Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters and the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, along with the other visits she picked and the timing, all came together perfectly. She even took me to a nearby beach where I could enjoy the sun and the sandy shore. Finally, we enjoyed some grilled meat at a local restaurant. I highly recommend Lola for personalized tours in Okinawa if you want to get a deep dive into Japanese culture and history in a short time. Thanks, Lola! I hope to have you as my guide again soon.Okinawa with Lola as my tour guide!
Louise
31 May 2025
Lola is an outstanding tour guide, and her pick-up and drop-off service is impeccable. Her knowledge of Okinawa and the museums we visited was unparalleled. Lola could explain the history behind everything we encountered. Her observations were extraordinary, and her vast travels allowed her to provide the best tour of Okinawa for fellow travelers with shared interests. Thank you, Lola!Fantastic guided tour of Okinawa by car
Sam
30 May 2025
I highly recommend Lola, a local guide in Okinawa. We found her through a guided tour by locals website, and she’s absolutely amazing. She customized our tour in Okinawa. Lola took us on a tour of Okinawa's World War II museums, and it was an incredible experience. She arranged our itinerary and was super accommodating to our preferences. She’s really knowledgeable about all the important sites; she shared fantastic insights into the Himeyuri Nurses Memorial Monument and Peace Museum, the Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, and the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Lola even took us on an impromptu trip to see some beautiful shrines and temples. It was a wonderful tour, and Lola is such a friendly and well-informed guide. We’ve already booked Lola for our next visit in autumn, and she has customized a tour for us to Shuri Castle, Okinawa World, Gyokusendo Cave, and a local food tasting in the city center in the evening. I totally recommend Lola, a local guide in Okinawa!
Kent
28 May 2025
Do not take a tour with Lola. She is, by far, the worst tour guide I have ever had. Lola dismissed several well-documented historical photographs as fabrications from the 1970s without providing any credible sources for her claims. She contradicted cited and dated materials with what appeared to be personal opinions rather than facts. She is the most disrespectful person I met during our trip to Japan. When we viewed images depicting fallen soldiers, she laughed and mocked them (since they were ‘fakes’). She also mocked and laughed at me personally and my genuine interest in learning about the history. Her behavior was both unprofessional and offensive given the nature of the historical content. There were several instances where she made us feel unwelcome for asking questions about the islands’ history - the very reason we booked a historical tour. She was so dismissive that she actually suggested I use my mobile phone to look up information myself rather than doing her job as a guide. Also concerning was her use of Facebook while driving. Additionally, there was no air conditioning during the hot weather (I’m not sure if it was broken or she just kept it off), making the ride uncomfortable. We were required to pay for the entrance to the museums ourselves even though the tour specifically called out tickets were included. We had hoped to gain meaningful insights into the historical significance of these islands and have an engaging, educational experience. Instead, we left feeling disappointed and frustrated. I would strongly recommend finding another tour guide who takes both history and the customer seriously. Disappointing and Unprofessional
Lance
13 May 2025
On short notice, I was going to spend the weekend in Naha and wanted to see as much as I could in 1 day. I contacted Lola and wanted to build upon one of her existing tours...Hacksaw Ridge and the Former Japanese Navy Underground. I told her that I wanted to fit in Shuri Castle which she did. She sent me the proposed itinerary which I approved and then it was set. Not only did we see Shuri Castle, she added the Chinese Gardens as well as stop at the beach. Lola was very accommodating on my tour and I appreciated her insight. Thanks Lola for a wonderful day!! And for anyone looking for a personalized, in-depth tour of Naha, book Lola!If you are looking for a personalized trip in Naha, contact Lola...you won't be disappointed.
Phil
22 April 2025
We had an amazing time on our 6-hour tour of Okinawa with Lola. Our friends had highly recommended her to us. We participated in the “World War Two tour” and also a custom tour that took us to two eateries for a delightful food tasting experience in the city’s public market. Lola’s tour was truly exceptional. She possesses a profound knowledge of the area's history, which brought the experience to life. The way she showcased the locations we visited, along with the order in which she presented them, allowed us to truly appreciate Okinawa and its historical significance. The two restaurants she introduced us to were quite distinct from typical mainland Japanese cuisine, giving us a wonderful glimpse into the region's culinary uniqueness. We were thrilled to explore Okinawa at our own pace, and Lola made the experience feel more personal. I will definitely recommend Lola to friends and colleagues who are planning a trip to Okinawa. Thank you so much, Lola.Amazing time in Okinawa with Lola, our local tour guide!
Beckie
15 April 2025
I cannot that Lola enough. What an amazing day. Her communication in sorting out the itinerary and then taking me on some incredible surprises that I hadn’t even read about were fantastic. Such a lovely, friendly guide and I couldn’t have asked for any better. From the bottom of my heart it was a day I will always treasure xxJust perfect!!

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