Sachiyo Kuwae, the city mayor, unveiled the master plan for the 10,000-person-capacity multipurpose arena on 12 July 2016.

Its estimated total cost, including its parking facilities, is 17 billion yen.

[5] Demolition of the bullfighting ring was planned to commence in 2017 and was followed by the construction of the arena building itself.

[6] The Okinawa Arena is the home venue of the Ryukyu Golden Kings professional basketball team and is also set to host major events in Okinawa City.

[4] It is Japan's sole venue in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, which it co-hosts with the Philippines and Indonesia.