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Manatsu Beach (Manatsu Coast) | A Hidden Snorkeling Gem — Parking & Local Tips

Manatsu Beach is one of Miyako Island's best-kept secrets, with a natural rock tunnel, a hidden secret beach, and some of the clearest water on the island. Here's how to get there, where to park, and what to know before you go.

2026.07.23

Miyako Island Beaches

Shuri Castle | What to see, how long to allow, parking and what’s nearby

A guide to Shuri Castle in Naha, southern Okinawa. The centre of the Ryukyu Kingdom's politics, diplomacy and culture, inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 2000, with the main hall, Shureimon and the Bridge of Nations Bell.

2023.11.14

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Zakimi Castle Ruins | Highlights, How Long to Allow, Parking and What’s Nearby

A guide to the World Heritage Zakimi Castle Ruins in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Beautifully curved stone walls and an arched stone gate, about 30–45 minutes to walk round, with free parking.

2023.11.12

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Tropical Beach | Parking, Barbecues and Everything Nearby

A complete guide to Tropical Beach in Ginowan City, central Okinawa. A man-made beach with white sand, clear water and excellent facilities — barbecues, marine activities, showers and lockers.

2023.10.02

Ginowan Beaches

Best Beaches in Hamahiga Island, Uruma City

We would like to introduce beautiful beaches at Hamahiga Island.Hamahiga Island is a remote island in Uruma City, centra...

2023.10.01

Uruma Beaches

Shirumichu Beach | A small beach with a superb view

Hamahiga Beach is in Hamahiga Island in Uruma City, in the central part of the main island of Okinawa.Hamahiga Island is...

2023.09.30

Uruma Beaches

Muruku Beach | A little-known beach in Hamahiga Island, Okinawa

Hamahiga Beach is in Hamahiga Island in Uruma City, in the central part of the main island of Okinawa.Hamahiga Island is...

2023.09.30

Uruma Beaches

Bibi Itoman Beach | Suitable for swimming in the sea

Bibi Itoman Beach is located in Itoman City, in the southern part of the main island of Okinawa.This beach is a beautifu...

2023.09.30

Itoman Beaches

Best Snorkeling & Diving Spots in Okinawa Main Island

We introduce snorkeling and diving spots in Okinawa Main Island that even beginners can enjoy.While enjoying the beaches...

2023.09.28

Diving / Snorkel spot

KIN Sunrise Beach | An 800-Metre Beach Where You Can Barbecue, Plus Parking

A guide to KIN Sunrise Beach in Kin Town. Its 800 metres of sand and clear water are the draw, and it comes with a jellyfish net and lifeguards. Here are the water sports, the barbecue, the rental gear, and the parking.

2023.09.27

Kin Beaches