CONTRIBUTED BY MARIE LEWIS
Having been to Cocok’s, Dulce, and Bella Nails a number of times, I was ready to try someplace new. I heard that a former employee of Cocok’s had opened her own place closer to Camp Foster, which was perfect for me! So I went to Salon Tida for a pedicure. The service did not disappoint.
They had large comfy recliners to relax in, and blankets, too. While I enjoyed complimentary tea, I perused through the myriad design options before finally settling on one. I was treated to a full lower leg and foot massage. It was heavenly, and I dare say the best I have had on-island.
By the time my pedi was finished I was sorry the experience was over. But I loved the final result!
Salon Tida is most convenient to Camp Foster, and it was less expensive than some of the more well-known places on-island. This will be my go-to nail place from now on!
They also offer Brazilian and eyebrow waxing, although I have not tried either of these.
Pricing: At the time of this writing, a pedicure is 3500 yen (includes massage and nail art); manicure 2500 yen; acrylic 4000 yen; shellac 2000 yen; kids nail (under 11) 1500 yen; Brazilian wax 4000 yen; eyebrow wax 1000 yen
Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Phone: 098-923-3294
Payment: Yen or credit card
Address: 1 Chome-8-8 Chatan, Chatan-chō, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa-ken 904-0116, Japan
Directions: From Camp Foster’s Spot Gate, turn left onto 130 and go straight, crossing over 58. Turn left when you come to the T intersection. Turn left at Ishigakijima Kitchen Bin, the yellow building on your left (can’t miss it). Make your first right and your first left, and Salon Tida will be on your right (next door to Green Leaf.)
Map Coordinates: 26.3071286, 127.76245649999998