“Kurima Island,” a remote island reached by crossing Kurima Ohashi Bridge from Miyako Island.
On its west side is the insider’s hidden beach “Nagasaki-hama.”
This beach, where untouched, un-touristed nature remains, is prized for wonderfully clear water, a stunning sunset sinking into the horizon, and a starry sky — said to be “the best on Miyako Island.” It’s perfect for those who want to spend quiet, leisurely island time.
In this article, we’ll cover the appeal and ways to enjoy Nagasaki-hama, points to note when visiting, and access information in detail.
- Nagasaki-hama Ratings
- Nagasaki-hama Basic Information
- The Appeal of Miyako Island’s Kurima Island Beach, “Nagasaki-hama”
- A private beach tucked quietly among the rocks
- A paradise for tide-pool play
- Not suited to swimming or snorkeling? Check the cautions
- A stunning sunset spot woven by the sun sinking into the horizon
- A night paradise overlooking a starry sky and the Milky Way
- Access is a bit challenging! Doing your homework in advance is reassuring
- Access & Parking
- Nearby Information
- Summary
Nagasaki-hama Ratings
Nagasaki-hama 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 | – |
Nagasaki-hama is a hidden beach, without many tourists.
It’s recommended for those who want to relax at the beach or see a beautiful starry sky.
The Appeal of Miyako Island’s Kurima Island Beach, “Nagasaki-hama”
A private beach tucked quietly among the rocks
Nagasaki-hama is on the west side of Kurima Island, about 20 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.
There are no facilities like a beach house or restrooms, and its appeal is a private-beach-like feel, tucked quietly among the rocks.
Partly because it’s hard to find, few people visit, so you can fully savor a quiet, private feel.
A paradise for tide-pool play
With high clarity and sea creatures gathering in the tide pools when the tide goes out, it’s a beach perfect for tide-pool play.
Many cute hermit crabs also live on the shore, so families with children and creature lovers are recommended to visit around low tide.
Not suited to swimming or snorkeling? Check the cautions
Rocks are scattered in the sea, so take care when walking barefoot — water shoes are reassuring.
Also, since the currents are fast, it isn’t suited to serious swimming or snorkeling. It’s a beach best suited to dipping your feet at the water’s edge or enjoying sand play.
A stunning sunset spot woven by the sun sinking into the horizon
The beauty of Nagasaki-hama’s sunset is exceptional, and the sight of the sun sinking into the horizon is truly stunning. Visiting around sunset is also recommended.
The sunset viewed over the rocks, with few tourists around, sets a romantic mood.
A night paradise overlooking a starry sky and the Milky Way
It’s a spot introduced by locals on Kurima Island as “the most beautiful place for stars on Miyako Island,” and with no lights whatsoever around, you can observe plenty of the Milky Way and shooting stars.
At night you may even meet a coconut crab — a beach where natural charm remains just as it is.
Access is a bit challenging! Doing your homework in advance is reassuring
There are no signs on the road, so there’s a high chance of getting lost if you don’t check the location beforehand — take care.
There’s parking space right before the beach, so you can get right up close by car. Along the way, grazing animals sometimes walk on the road — a peaceful slice of island time that’s part of the fun.
Access & Parking
| Access | About 25 minutes by car from Miyako Airport |
| Address | Kurima, Shimoji, Miyakojima City, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes |
| Restroom | None |
Nagasaki-hama has space to park.
It’s not exactly a dedicated lot, but you can park about 5 cars in total. Please check the Google Map below for details.
Nearby Information
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!
BLANC MIYAKOJIMA
A nature-harmonizing trailer-house hotel at the southern tip of Kurima Island, a 1-minute walk from Nagasaki-hama.
Every room has a rooftop, and its appeal is the luxury of having the starry sky — so full on this low-light island — all to yourself while lying down.
For dinner you can enjoy a BBQ-course dinner using island ingredients, and activities like snorkeling and SUP are plentiful. It’s about 20 minutes by car from Miyako Airport — good access, too.
Summary
This time, we’ve introduced Kurima Island’s hidden beach “Nagasaki-hama.”
There are no facilities like restrooms or showers, and with fast currents it isn’t suited to swimming, but in return the private feel is unbeatable. Tide-pool play in the tide pools, a sunset viewed over the rocks, and stargazing beneath the Milky Way at night — it’s a beach with different faces by the hour.
With no signs and a hard-to-find location, we recommend checking the spot on Google Maps in advance. If you’d like a longer stay, please also consider staying at “BLANC MIYAKOJIMA,” a 1-minute walk from Nagasaki-hama.
When you visit Kurima Island, why not spend a soothing time at the quiet, beautiful Nagasaki-hama?
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