Kannon Beach is on Ishigaki Island, one of Okinawa Prefecture’s outlying islands.
It is a quiet find, with clear water and a beautiful sunset.
It is not a busy beach, which makes it a good choice if you want a calm stretch of shore to yourself.
Let’s take a look at Kannon Beach.
Ratings for Kannon Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Kannon Beach at a Glance
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Opening hours | None in particular |
| Admission | No |
| Safety net | No |
| Lifeguard | No |
| Showers | No |
| Lockers | No |
| Equipment rental | No |
| Activities | No |
| Shop | No |
| Restrooms | No |
| Official website | No |
Kannon Beach has no safety net and no lifeguard on duty.
Take care when going into the water to swim.
The Highlights
Beautiful Sand
The sand is lovely, though there are stones as well, so sandals or shoes are worth wearing.
Clear Water
The water was very clear and genuinely beautiful.
Beautiful Sunsets
The sunset was quietly striking and genuinely beautiful.
There were couples taking their time over the sunset, and others photographing it.
Points to Note
There is a sign at Kannon Beach setting out the rules, so follow them and enjoy your time here.
Access and Parking
| Access | About 30 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport |
| Address | 1585-105 Arakawa, Ishigaki City, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes (free) |
| Restrooms | Yes |
At Kannon Beach you can park in the open space at the roadside.
See the image and Google Map below for details.
Around Kannon Beach
Activities on Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island has a great deal to do.
Marine activities in particular are plentiful — snorkeling, diving, SUP, kayaking, and more.
If any of that appeals, take a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.
Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas
Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas is known for its red-tiled cottages.
Fusaki Beach lies right beside the hotel, giving it the feel of a private beach, and there is also an attractive pool, restaurants, and bars — everything you need to unwind from morning to night.
Rental Cars on Ishigaki Island
A rental car is by far the best way to get around Ishigaki Island.
Scenic spots such as Kabira Bay and Yonehara Beach are spread across the island, so having a car lets you explore at your own pace. Bus services on Ishigaki Island are infrequent, and a car makes a real difference to how much you can fit in.
Cars fill up quickly in the peak season, so we recommend booking early once your travel dates are set. One important note for overseas visitors: to drive in Japan you must obtain an International Driving Permit (Geneva Convention) in your home country before you depart, and remember that traffic in Japan drives on the left.
Summary
This guide has covered Kannon Beach.
Kannon Beach is a quiet find, with clear water and a beautiful sunset.
If you want unhurried time on an Ishigaki Island beach, Kannon Beach is well worth the trip.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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