Okuma Beach is a beach in Kunigami Village, on the northern part of Okinawa’s main island.
Clear water and beautiful sand are what define it, and it is a place to enjoy a proper Okinawan resort feeling.
A U.S. military base sits nearby, which gives the area something of a foreign atmosphere.
It is a good choice if you want to take in Okinawa’s beautiful natural surroundings.
Ratings for Okuma Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Okuma Beach at a Glance
| Swimming season | Year-round |
| Opening hours | 9:00–18:00 (March–October) 9:00–17:00 (November–February) |
| Admission | Adults 1,500 yen, children 1,000 yen *Free for guests of Okuma Private Beach & Resort |
| Safety net | Yes (summer season only) |
| Lifeguard | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Lockers | Yes |
| Equipment rental | Yes |
| Marine activities | Yes |
| Shop | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Official website | https://okumaresort.com/ |
Okuma Beach is operated by Okuma Private Beach & Resort.
It is well maintained, with a safety net and lifeguards on duty, so adults and children alike can enjoy the water here.
What Makes It Worth Visiting
Exceptionally Clear Water
The water is remarkably clear, and the beach is a beautiful one.
White beach parasols are part of the look, and plenty of visitors were relaxing under them.
Beautiful Pure-White Sand
The sand is white and kept in good condition.
You can play beach volleyball and other games on it as well.
Well-Equipped Facilities
Okuma Private Beach & Resort has a pool, restaurants, cafés, and more, so the facilities are comprehensive.
Showers and restrooms are of course in place too.
Marine Sports Are Available
There is plenty on offer in the way of marine activities.
For details on the marine activities, see the “Okuma Private Beach & Resort official website“.
Weddings Are Held Here
Okuma Beach has a chapel operated by Arluis Wedding.
It is a good spot for wedding photography as well.
Access and Parking
| Access | About 120 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 913 Kunigami, Kunigami Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
For parking, you can use the Okuma Private Beach & Resort parking lot.
If you are visiting the beach only, a facility fee of 1,500 yen for adults and 1,000 yen for children applies. (Hotel guests park free of charge.)
See the Google Map below for access and parking.
Around Okuma Beach
Okuma Private Beach & Resort
Okuma Private Beach & Resort is likely the northernmost resort hotel in Okinawa.
With a pool and a beautiful beach, it has everything you need to unwind, and the marine activities are excellent too.
Cape Hedo
Cape Hedo is well known as the northernmost cape on Okinawa’s main island.
High cliffs and exceptionally clear water define it, and on some days the waves run rough.
The views are genuinely beautiful, and on a clear day you can see Yoron Island and Izena Island.
Large numbers of visitors and locals come here every year, which makes it a good choice if you want to take in Okinawa’s wilder side.
Activities in Kunigami Village
Kunigami Village offers plenty of activities for enjoying the nature of Yanbaru.
Adults and children alike can take in Okinawa’s wilder side, so they are well worth trying.
In Closing
This guide has covered Okuma Beach.
Clear water and beautiful sand are what define it, and it is a place to enjoy a proper Okinawan resort feeling.
Swimming facilities and marine activities are all in place, making it a beautiful beach that adults and children can both enjoy.
When you visit Kunigami Village, be sure to make time for Okuma Beach.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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