On Miyako Island, Yonaha Maehama Beach — praised as “the most beautiful in the Orient” — is famous, but tucked quietly to its north is the hidden beach Yonaha Beach North.
Just a little away from the main beach’s bustle, Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) opens up a luxurious space where you can have pure-white sand and the Miyako Blue sea almost all to yourself.
In this article, we’ll cover the appeal of Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) in detail — snorkeling information, access, parking, and more.
Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) Ratings
Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) Basic Information
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Hours | None in particular |
| Admission | Free |
| Jellyfish net | None |
| Lifeguard | None |
| Showers | None |
| Lockers | None |
| Rentals | None |
| Activities | None |
| Shop | None |
| Restroom | None |
| Official site | – |
Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) is a hidden beach, without many tourists.
It’s recommended for those who want to relax at the beach.
The Highlights of Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama)
A quiet, private space away from the crowds
Yonaha Beach North sits just north of Miyako Island’s iconic Yonaha Maehama Beach, a hidden spot where you can enjoy Miyako Blue in a quiet atmosphere with few tourists.
The greatest draw is spending time that feels almost private, away from the main beach’s bustle. It’s perfect for an adult trip where you want to avoid crowds and relax.
Miyako Blue — praised as the finest in the Orient — all to yourself
The Yonaha Maehama area’s pure-white sand, said to be the finest in the Orient, stretches on for 7 km, and the contrast of fine white sand and clear cobalt-blue sea is superb. In the northern area, you can savor that stunning view along with the quiet. It’s a luxurious setting where pure seaside time flows, with only wind, waves, light, and sand.
You can snorkel, SUP, and more
There were also people snorkeling and doing SUP at Yonaha Beach North.
Unlike the neighboring Yonaha Maehama, there are few tourists, so it’s recommended for those who want to enjoy activities leisurely.
A photo spot where nature itself is the subject
You don’t need flashy props or composition — nature itself is already the perfect subject, and you can capture once-in-a-lifetime scenery seen only at that moment, season, and light.
In the quiet environment, it’s also easy to take photos without people in the frame. You can capture an “effortless beauty” a bit different from social-media flashiness.
Beautiful sunsets, too
Since the Yonaha Maehama area is on the west coast of Miyako Island, it’s also famous as a sunset spot with beautiful evening light.
At Yonaha Beach North, you can leisurely watch the sun sink into the horizon from a quiet, uncrowded beach. The dramatic hour when sky and sea turn from orange to pink is a stunning view worthy of ending the day.
Access & Parking
| Access | About 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport |
| Address | Yonaha, Shimoji, Miyakojima City, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes (roadside-style) |
| Restroom | None |
Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) has no dedicated parking.
However, when playing at the beach, there were many cars parked roadside-style.
Nearby Information
Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resorts
Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resorts is a long-established hotel that has operated on Miyako Island for more than 30 years.
Yonaha Maehama Beach is only about a one-minute walk away, making this a wonderfully located hotel.
Activities on Miyako Island
On Miyako Island, marine sports such as snorkeling, diving, and SUP in the crystal-clear sea are hugely popular.
On some tours you might even be lucky enough to see sea turtles, so be sure to enjoy them!
Summary
Yonaha Beach North (Uramaehama) is a hidden spot where you can spend quiet time with few tourists, even though it’s right next to Yonaha Maehama Beach — praised as the finest in the Orient.
There are no facilities such as restrooms or showers, so some preparation is needed, but in return you can leisurely savor untouched nature and overwhelmingly clear water. Snorkeling, SUP, sunset watching — how you enjoy it is entirely up to you.
If you want to “avoid the crowds and have your own sea time all to yourself” on Miyako Island, be sure to make your way to Yonaha Beach North. You’re sure to meet unforgettable, stunning views.
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