Japan's Smallest Town?! Welcome to Kadena!
Located in the heart of Okinawa's main island, Kadena Town is the smallest town in Japan. About 82% of its total land area is occupied by Kadena Air Base, making it the smallest municipality by area in the country.
Despite its size, Kadena is packed with everything that makes Okinawa special—history, nature, culture, local cuisine, and warm hospitality.
From a Base Town to a Town of Connection
Because Kadena is a small town, it's easy to connect with local people and enjoy authentic experiences that will make you want to return again and again.
Discover the history of Noguni Sokan, the man credited with introducing the sweet potato to Japan, enjoy lively music events that bring the town to life, experience kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding on the beautiful Hija River, and watch impressive aircraft up close from the observation deck at Michi-no-Eki Kadena.
These are unforgettable experiences you can only find here.
Discover an Okinawa you've never known. Discover Kadena.
We warmly invite you to visit the Kadena Town Booth at Tourism EXPO Japan 2026.