Shiozaki Beach is a beach in Itoman, in the south of Okinawa’s main island.
It is a man-made beach inside Minamihama Park, with gazebos and a walking path that are kept in good order.
It works less as a place to swim and more as a spot where locals come to relax.
Ratings for Shiozaki Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Shiozaki Beach at a glance
| Swimming season | No set hours |
| Opening hours | No set hours |
| Jellyfish net | None |
| Lifeguard | None |
| Showers | None |
| Lockers | None |
| Rentals | None |
| Activities | None |
| Shop | None |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Official site | None |
Shiozaki Beach has no manager on site, so there are no swimming facilities.
There is no jellyfish net and no lifeguards, so take care with your own safety when you go into the water.
Highlights
Minamihama Park
Shiozaki Beach is part of Minamihama Park.
There is a control-tower-style structure, along with restrooms and vending machines.
Clean sand
The sand is very clean and fine underfoot.
When I visited it looked less like a beach and more like a tidal flat.
Clear water
The water was very clear and lovely.
A well-kept walking path
A very long walking path in red tile runs through the park.
Plenty of locals were out walking along it.
Well-kept gazebos
There are several gazebos, and people were spending time in them.
The tower has bench-style seating
The second floor of the tower has bench-style seating where you can sit and relax.
The view from the top of the tower is lovely too.
A short video of Shiozaki Beach
Here is a short video of Shiozaki Beach.
Getting there and parking
| Access | About 20 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 4-29 Shiozaki-cho, Itoman City, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes (free) |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Shiozaki Beach has three parking areas.
They sit at the north end, the middle and the south end.
See the Google Map below for details.
Around Shiozaki Beach
Activities in Itoman
Itoman offers a range of marine activities.
You can book diving, snorkelling, SUP and more.
If you would like to try diving or snorkelling, take a look at what is available on GetYourGuide or Viator.
Kyan Cape
Kyan Cape is a cape in Itoman, in the south of Okinawa’s main island, known as the southernmost cape on the main island (the actual southern tip is Arasaki, about 1.4 km to the east).
A cliff about 30 meters high is its defining feature, and the view of the Arasaki coast from Kyan Cape is spectacular.
The southern area that includes Kyan Cape is designated as Okinawa Senseki Quasi-National Park, and the Tower of Peace, a memorial, stands at the tip of the cape.
*Source: Itoman City
It is about 15 minutes by car from Shiozaki Beach to Kyan Cape.
Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Nashiro Beach
Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Nashiro Beach is one of the leading beach resorts in Okinawa.
Built around the concept of understated luxury, it has indoor and outdoor pools, banquet halls and a chapel, and it suits anyone who wants a resort stay.
The hotel connects directly to Nashiro Beach, so a beautiful stretch of sand sits right in front of it.
A rental car is the way to go in Okinawa
For sightseeing on Okinawa’s main island, a rental car is by far the best option.
Shuri Castle in Naha, the beautiful beaches up north, American Village in Chatan – the places worth seeing are scattered across the island, and having a car lets you explore at your own pace. Buses are infrequent and rarely run on time, so having a car makes a real difference to the trip.
Cars book up quickly in peak season, so reserve as soon as your dates are set.
Summary
This article introduced Shiozaki Beach.
Shiozaki Beach suits anyone who wants a walk with a good view.
When you visit Itoman, make time for Shiozaki Beach.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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