Manza Beach sits in Onna Village, on the northern half of Okinawa’s main island.
What defines it is emerald water and clean white sand.
There is a wide choice of activities, so it works for adults and small children alike.
Cape Manzamo and a run of resort hotels are close by, which gives the whole area the feel of an Okinawan resort.
Ratings for Manza Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Key facts about Manza Beach
| Swimming season | 01/01 – 03/31 09:00-17:00 04/01 – 05/31 09:00-18:00 06/01 – 08/31 09:00-19:00 09/01 – 09/30 09:00-18:00 10/01 – 12/31 09:00-17:00 |
| Hours | 01/01 – 03/31 09:00-17:00 04/01 – 05/31 09:00-18:00 06/01 – 08/31 09:00-19:00 09/01 – 09/30 09:00-18:00 10/01 – 12/31 09:00-17:00 |
| Admission | Free |
| Jellyfish net | Yes |
| Lifeguard | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Lockers | Yes |
| Rentals | Yes |
| Activities | Yes |
| Shop | Yes |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Official website | https://www.anaintercontinental-manza.jp/beach/ |
Manza Beach is run by the ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort.
The facilities are kept in good order, and there is plenty on offer in the way of rentals and activities.
[Rentals] ・Beach canoe ・Water bike ・Swim rings ・Parasol set ・Sun deck chair ・Mask and fin set ・Life jacket *For the full rental list, see here.
[Water sports] ・Jet ski ・Boat cruise ・Snorkeling ・Wakeboarding ・Yoga ・Diving ・Fishing experience *For the full activity list, see here.
The Highlights
Wide, white sand
The beach is broad, and the sand is soft underfoot.
Parasols and chairs are set out on the sand, and people were stretched out under them.
Parasols and chairs have to be booked, so reserve one before you settle in.
Emerald water
The water was clear and lovely.
Clear water and clean sand together make a fine sight.
Snorkeling and SUP
You can snorkel and paddle a SUP board at Manza Beach.
There is diving and snorkeling to be had all around Onna Village, so it is worth a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.
Plenty of rentals and activities
With this many rentals and water sports on offer, the beach suits children and adults alike.
A beachside pool you can use
There is a beachside pool along Manza Beach, free for hotel guests.
It runs from mid-March to October, 9:00-17:00.
For more on the beachside pool, see the link below.
https://www.anaintercontinental-manza.jp/facilities/beach-pool/
Well-equipped for swimming
There is a desk for water sports and rentals.
Restrooms, showers, and coin lockers are all here, and there is a shop too.
Plenty of places to rest
There is a lot of space to sit down and rest.
I went in the late afternoon, and much of it had fallen into natural shade.
Attractive Rocky Areas
The rocks along the shore are lovely.
They photograph well.
Map of Manza Beach
The layout of Manza Beach is shown in the image above.
Please note
There are rules posted at Manza Beach, so please follow them.
Access and parking
| Access | About 70 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 2260 Seragaki, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Parking | Yes (paid) |
| Restroom | Yes |
Manza Beach has parking.
It is paid parking unless you are staying at the hotel.
Around Manza Beach
Things to do in Onna Village
Onna Village has a great deal to do on the water.
You can book diving, snorkeling, SUP, and more.
If diving or snorkeling appeals, it is worth seeing what is on offer in Onna Village.
Cape Manzamo
Cape Manzamo needs no introduction as a sight in Okinawa.
The name comes from a phrase meaning “a field where ten thousand could sit”, and it is designated a natural monument by the prefecture.
It is about five minutes by car from Manza Beach, so it is well worth adding to the trip.
Reference: Cape Manzamo
ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort
The ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort is a full resort hotel.
Ocean views from the rooms are a given, and there is a pool, a sauna, a large public bath, and a fitness room on site.
It suits anyone who wants a proper resort stay in Okinawa.
Rental cars in Okinawa
A rental car is by far the best way to get around the main island of Okinawa.
The places worth seeing are scattered across the island, from Shuri Castle in Naha to the beautiful beaches of the north and American Village in Chatan, and with a car you can take them at your own pace. Buses are infrequent and do not always run on time, so having a car or not makes a real difference to the trip.
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.
In summary
This article looked at Manza Beach.
Manza Beach draws a great many visitors each year, and with this range of rentals and activities it works for children and adults alike.
It particularly suits anyone after clear water and the feel of an Okinawan resort.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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