In the Okinawan language, “udui” means “dance” and “gama” means “cave”.

True to its name, it is said to have been where the Onna district rehearsed the performances for its village theatre, held in the eighth month of the lunar calendar.

Today it is a designated cultural property (folk cultural property) of Onna Village, and a quiet place that very few tourists visit.

Step through the cave and the sea opens up in front of you, and the waters offshore are also known as a diving spot.

Ratings for Udui Gama

Udui Gama at a Glance

Udui Gama is not a swimming beach. There are no lifeguards or jellyfish nets, and rip currents occur easily offshore, making these dangerous waters.

Never go into the sea without a local guide.

Visiting the cave is free, and you can go in freely.

Highlights

A cave designated as a cultural property of Onna Village

Udui Gama is a designated cultural property (folk cultural property) of Onna Village.

In the past, the Onna district rehearsed the performances for its lunar eighth-month village theatre here, which is why it came to be called “Udui (dance) Gama (cave)”.

Note that Apogama, which is very close by, is a different cave from Udui Gama. It lies further on, beyond Udui Gama, and the two are easily confused.

A dive spot offshore for intermediate divers and above

The waters off Udui Gama are part of a dive site that divers call “Apogama” (this is the name of the dive site, which is a different place from the Apogama cave).

About 50 m from shore there is a drop-off, and the seabed falls away to around 35 m.

There are several underwater caves, making it a popular, otherworldly spot among divers.

However, rip currents occur easily here, so diving with a guide is strongly recommended.

If you are interested, why not see what is available on GetYourGuide or Viator?

A cave that stays cool even in summer

The cave is about 15 m deep, 5-6 m wide and 2-3 m high.

Sunlight streams in through the entrance, and inside it stays cool even in summer.

Hardly any tourists come here, so it is a quiet place to take a break.

The sea opens up right in front of you beyond the cave

Step through the cave and the sea spreads out right in front of you.

The rock-framed scenery is unique, with an atmosphere completely different from Onna’s tourist spots.

It feels like a hidden spot, so it is also recommended for anyone who wants to take photos.

Points to Note

Udui Gama is not a swimming beach. There are no lifeguards or jellyfish nets, and rip currents occur easily, making these dangerous waters.

Never go into the sea without a local guide.

Car break-ins are said to be common around the parking area. Do not leave valuables in your car.

This is a designated cultural property, so do not damage or write graffiti inside the cave.

Always take your rubbish home and be considerate when visiting.

Access & Parking

There is no dedicated car park at Udui Gama. Some cars were parked along the road.

It is a farm road, so you can park as long as you do not get in anyone’s way.

See the Google Map below for details.

Around Udui Gama

Apogama Beach

Apogama Beach is the beach at Apogama, a separate cave located beyond Udui Gama.

It is a different place from Udui Gama but close by, so visit both as a little cave tour. It is a popular snorkeling and diving spot, but rip currents occur easily, so always go into the sea with a guide.

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Cape Manzamo

Cape Manzamo is Onna Village’s signature sight, famous for its rock shaped like an elephant’s trunk.

It is only a short drive from Udui Gama, so visit both together.

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Recommended Activities in Onna Village

Onna Village has plenty of marine activities to choose from.

You can book snorkeling and diving at the Blue Cave, as well as SUP, parasailing and more.

If you are interested, why not see what is available on GetYourGuide or Viator?

A rental car is the way to go 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, so a car lets you get around freely at your own pace. Local buses are infrequent and rarely on time, so having a rental car makes a big difference to your 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

In this article we introduced Udui Gama.

Udui Gama is a sea cave near Cape Manzamo in Onna Village, and a designated cultural property of the village.

Its name comes from its past as the place where village theatre dances were rehearsed.

The inside of the cave stays cool even in summer, and beyond it the sea opens up in front of you – it feels like a hidden world.

Rip currents occur easily offshore, making these dangerous waters, so never go into the sea without a guide.

When you visit Onna Village, be sure to stop by Udui Gama!

Thank you for reading to the end.

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About 10 minutes by car from Cape Maeda, it is a natural beach that almost no tourists visit.

The emerald-green water is beautiful, but there is no dedicated parking, so you will be walking the last stretch down to the sea. It has also never been developed as a swimming beach, so there are no facilities at all.

Below we cover what is and isn’t there, how to get in, and the points to watch out for.

Yokuda Beach ratings

Yokuda Beach essentials

Yokuda Beach is not a managed swimming beach, so there are no lifeguards and no jellyfish net (habu jellyfish barrier).

There are no toilets, showers, changing rooms or shops either, so bring whatever you need with you.

If you go in the water, please take safety seriously.

What makes it worth visiting

A quiet hidden spot with no tourists

Yokuda Beach barely appears in guidebooks.

Cape Maeda nearby is packed with visitors, yet this stretch is astonishingly quiet.

It suits anyone who wants to spend unhurried time on a shore with hardly anyone around.

Beautiful emerald-green water

The water at Yokuda Beach is a gorgeous emerald green.

Because the shoreline is almost untouched, you get the colour Onna Village is known for exactly as nature made it.

Past the entrance, grassland and trees open out, so even the walk down to the sea has a character of its own.

Easy to combine with Cape Maeda

Cape Maeda is about 10 minutes away by car.

Cape Maeda has parking for roughly 180 cars (100 yen per hour, 7:00–19:00), and the toilets on the same site are open during those hours. Showers and lockers are available from 7:00 to 18:30.

Pairing it with Cape Maeda, famous for the Blue Cave, lets you enjoy both a lively sea and a quiet one.

Things to be careful about

Yokuda Beach is not a managed swimming beach, so there are no lifeguards and no jellyfish net.

At low tide the rocks are exposed and the water is no longer swimmable. If you plan to swim, aim for the hours around high tide and always check the tide table before you go.

Watch out for currents and dangerous marine life, and enjoy the beach at your own risk.

If you go in the water in summer, we recommend wearing a rash guard as protection against habu jellyfish.

Always take your rubbish home with you, and be considerate of the neighbouring community.

Access and parking

Yokuda Beach has no dedicated parking, and you cannot drive right down to the shore either.

By bus, it is about a 5-minute walk from the “Yokuda” stop.

Follow the road shown on the Google Map below towards the sea and you will reach Yokuda Beach.

If you come by car, please avoid parking in the nearby community or on the roadside, as it causes problems for residents. If you want toilets or showers, it is safest to plan your visit together with Cape Maeda, which has the facilities.

Around Yokuda Beach

Cape Maeda

Cape Maeda is one of Onna Village’s signature sights, famous for the Blue Cave.

It is about 10 minutes by car from Yokuda Beach and has parking, showers and toilets.

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Recommended activities in Onna Village

Onna Village offers all kinds of marine activities.

Alongside snorkelling and diving at the Blue Cave, you can book SUP, parasailing and more.

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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 of the north, American Village in Chatan — the places worth seeing are scattered across the island, so a car lets you travel at your own pace. Local buses are infrequent and rarely run on time, so having a car makes an enormous difference to how much you get out of the trip.

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Summary

This time we introduced Yokuda Beach.

Yokuda Beach is a quiet, natural beach in Maeda, Onna Village, that almost no tourists visit.

The emerald-green water is beautiful, and the grassland and trees that line the way in give the place a character all of its own.

There is no parking, no toilets and no facilities whatsoever, so bring drinks and a towel with you.

With no lifeguards and no jellyfish net, please be very careful if you go in the water.

If you are heading to Onna Village, do make the trip to Yokuda Beach!

Thank you for reading to the end.

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Onna Village sits on the west coast of northern Okinawa, and it holds some of the finest beaches on the main island.

It is a resort area as well, so the beaches run from busy, famous ones to quiet stretches that feel almost private.

Here are the pick of the best-known beaches in Onna Village.

Seven beaches are covered.

• Nabee Beach (Onna Seaside Park)
• Manza Beach
• Sunmarina Beach
• Moon Beach
• Tiger Beach
• Mission Beach

At the end there is one quiet beach in Onna Village that was too good to leave out, added as a bonus.

Nabee Beach (Onna Seaside Park)

Nabee Beach is defined by white sand and clear emerald water.

Cape Manzamo, Manza Beach, and other sights are all close by, and the beach itself draws a great many visitors every year.

There are water sports such as snorkeling, barbecue facilities, and several spots worth photographing.

The mermaid photo session is a particular favorite, and it lets you dress the part for a picture you will keep.

It suits anyone who wants the feel of an Okinawan resort.

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Manza Beach

Manza Beach is defined by 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.

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Sunmarina Beach

Sunmarina Beach has about 400 meters of beautiful sand, along with MegaZIP and a long list of other activities.

The Sheraton is right next to the beach, which gives the whole place the feel of a proper resort.

The facilities are good too, from parasol rental to MegaZIP, and the activities work for children and adults alike.

It was a few years ago now, but the zip line over the water was featured on the Japanese television show Ariyoshi no Fuyuyasumi, which gives you an idea of how good it is.

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Moon Beach

Moon Beach is a resort beach defined by three things: a setting wrapped in beautiful nature, white sand, and clear water.

The Moon Beach hotel is built around the crescent-shaped natural beach, so it functions as the hotel’s private beach.

The swimming facilities are properly set up, and there is a long list of water sports.

With a jellyfish net and lifeguards in place, it is a resort beach that works for adults and children alike.

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Tiger Beach

Tiger Beach is a beach for swimming and water sports.

It is the private beach of the Hotel Monterey, and anyone can come in, whether or not they are staying there.

With a jellyfish net and lifeguards in place, it is a resort beach that works for adults and children alike.

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Mission Beach

Mission Beach is defined by beautiful sand and a stretch of emerald water.

It runs about 300 meters, which is small as beaches go, but the water is clear and on a fine day the whole bay glows emerald green.

There is a jellyfish net and there are lifeguards, so it works for adults and children alike.

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Bonus pick: Zane Beach (Beach51)

Zane Beach (Beach51) is defined by fine white sand and blue water, and it is a genuinely lovely beach.

Cape Maeda, famous for its Blue Cave, is close by, and people come to Zane Beach for all sorts of reasons: to snorkel, to take photographs, or simply to sit on the sand.

It is a small beach and not especially well known.

These are the two spots Zane Beach is known for.

• The view from the cliff
• The rock window

If you go to Zane Beach, both are worth seeing.

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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.

In summary

This article gathered the best-known beaches in Onna Village.

As mentioned at the start, Onna Village has a great many fine beaches beyond the ones covered here.

We have also put together a guide to the quiet beaches of Onna Village, so take a look if you want to see more.

I hope this guide has been of some use.

Thank you for reading to the end.

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About a kilometer of sand and clear water are what make it worth the trip.

The area around the Tancha Coast is thick with places to visit, Sunmarina Beach and Rizzan Sea-Park among them.

The Tancha Coast is not a place tourists come to, so it is mostly locals walking along the sand and the shore.

There is almost nothing here in the way of facilities, and the beach is left as nature made it.

Ratings for the Tancha Coast

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about the Tancha Coast

The Tancha Coast is an unmanaged natural beach, so there are no swimming facilities.

Locals walk here, and in summer local families sometimes bring their children down to play.

Almost no tourists come here, so it suits anyone who wants a slow day on the sand.

The Highlights

About a kilometer of beautiful sand

The Tancha Coast is about a kilometer of lovely sand.

It is a natural beach, and nobody manages it.

Clear water

The water is clear and very beautiful.

When I went to the Tancha Coast, there were people out fishing.

Snorkeling and SUP

You can snorkel and paddle a SUP board along the Tancha Coast.

There is diving and snorkeling to be had all around Onna Village, so it is worth a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.

Beautiful rocks

There are large rock formations here too, and they are lovely.

The Tanchame monument

There is a monument here inscribed with the lyrics of Tanchame-bushi.

It is a song almost anyone from Okinawa will have heard at least once.

Access and parking

The Tancha Coast has free parking.

There is room for about eight cars.

For the parking, see the map below.

Around the Tancha Coast

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.

Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort

This is the only Sheraton in Okinawa Prefecture, and the resort feel runs right through it.

Sunmarina Beach is a short walk away, and the ocean views come with it.

Staying at the Sheraton in Okinawa also brings better rates on activities, so it is worth taking advantage of.

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 the Tancha Coast.

About a kilometer of sand and clear water are what make it worth the trip.

It is not a place tourists come to, so it is mostly locals walking along the sand and the shore.

As a natural beach to sit on and let the time pass, it is a fine choice.

Thank you for reading to the end.

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Clear water and beautiful sand define this natural beach.

Halekulani Okinawa, the luxury hotel, is close by, which gives the whole area the feel of an Okinawan resort.

Not many tourists come here, so it suits anyone who wants a slow day on the sand.

Ratings for Kibogaoka Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Kibogaoka Beach

Kibogaoka Beach has no jellyfish net and no lifeguard.

Take real care if you go into the water.

You can swim and snorkel here, but if you would rather be somewhere with a lifeguard, one of the other beaches in Onna Village is the better choice.

What makes it worth the trip

Clear water

The water is exceptionally clear and genuinely beautiful.

There were people swimming in the shallows and snorkeling.

Beautiful natural sand

The sand runs about 200 meters and it is lovely.

It is good sand too, fine enough that walking barefoot causes almost no discomfort.

Snorkeling and swimming

When I went to Kibogaoka Beach, some people were swimming in the shallows and others were snorkeling.

There is no jellyfish net at this beach and no lifeguard, so take real care if you go into the water.

Sunset

The sunset at Kibogaoka Beach is lovely.

Families and couples come down to watch it.

The entrance

The entrance is right by the parking area, and down a flight of steps the beach opens up in front of you.

There is greenery all around, and the atmosphere is unmistakably Okinawan.

Please note

There is a sign with the rules for using this beach.

Follow them and everyone stays safe.

Access

Kibogaoka Beach has free parking.

It is not large, but there is room for about seven cars.

Please check the map below for details on where to park.

Around Kibogaoka Beach

Halekulani Okinawa

Halekulani Okinawa is a luxury hotel built around the idea of a paradise worthy of the name of heaven.

Every room has an ocean view, and the clear water of Onna Village comes with it.

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.

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 Kibogaoka Beach.

Kibogaoka Beach does not draw many tourists, so it suits anyone who wants a slow day by the water.

If you are heading to Onna Village, make time for Kibogaoka Beach.

Thank you for reading to the end.

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What defines this beach is beautiful sand and a stretch of emerald water.

The beach runs about 300 meters, which is small as Okinawan beaches go, but the water is clear and on a fine day the whole bay turns emerald green.

The beach is run by TRY Resort Club, with a facility fee of 300 yen, and with water sports and rentals on site it works for adults and children alike.

Ratings for Mission Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Mission Beach

Mission Beach has a jellyfish net and lifeguards, so you can swim here with confidence.

With this range of rentals and activities, the beach suits children and adults alike.

[Rentals]
・Tents (large, medium, small)
・Cooking set
・Diving gear
*For the details, see here.

[Activities]
・Banana boat
・Jet ski touring
・Snorkeling tour
・Trial diving
*For the details, see here.

[Barbecue and camping]
*For booking and other details, see here.

What makes it worth the trip

White, Beautiful Sand

The sand runs about 300 meters, which is not long for Okinawa, but it is lovely.

It is fine and pure white.

Clear water

The water is clear and very beautiful.

Some people were swimming, others were taking it slowly along the shore.

Snorkeling and other activities

You can snorkel and paddle a SUP board at Mission Beach.

There is diving and snorkeling to be had all around Onna Village, so it is worth a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.

Sunset

The sunset here is genuinely breathtaking.

Plenty of activities

There is a wide choice of activities, from snorkeling and diving to jet skis.

Well equipped

There are restrooms, showers, and the rest.

There is a shop and vending machines too.

There are places to rest as well, so the whole beach is set up for taking it slowly.

Access and parking

There is room for about 30 cars.

It costs 300 yen a day, so check before you go.

For the parking, see the map below.

Around Mission Beach

Halekulani Okinawa

Halekulani Okinawa is a luxury hotel built around the idea of a paradise worthy of the name of heaven.

Every room has an ocean view, and the clear water of Onna Village comes with it.

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.

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 Mission Beach.

What defines this beach is beautiful sand and a stretch of emerald water.

It runs about 300 meters, which is small as beaches go, but the water is clear and on a fine day the whole bay glows emerald green.

If you are heading to Onna Village, make time for Mission Beach.

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Clear water and about a kilometer of beautiful sand make it a genuinely lovely beach.

Because the sand runs so far, the beach divides into a stretch run by Halekulani Okinawa, which works almost as a private beach, and a stretch nobody manages at all.

Guests of Halekulani Okinawa can use the pool and the other facilities as well, so it suits anyone after a proper resort stay.

Ratings for Inbu Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Inbu Beach

There are rentals and activities available at this beach.

For the details, see Halekulani Okinawa.

The Highlights

About a kilometer of beautiful sand

The sand at Inbu Beach runs about a kilometer, all the way to Kariyushi Beach next door.

Because it runs unbroken, there is no clear line where Inbu Beach ends, but it is a long stretch by any measure.

Clear water

The water is clear and very beautiful.

It does not look like much in a photograph, but in person it is the kind of water you cannot look away from.

Well-Equipped for Swimming

There is a beach house here, which handles bookings for the activities.

Restrooms and showers are here too, free for guests of Halekulani Okinawa.

The pool at Halekulani Okinawa

From the pool at Halekulani Okinawa you look straight down onto Inbu Beach.

Stay at Halekulani Okinawa and you get the beach and the pool together.

Plenty of places to rest

There is a walkway and benches along it, so you can sit and look out at the beach.

Access and parking

Inbu Beach has no parking of its own, but guests and facility users of Halekulani Okinawa can park there.

For the Halekulani Okinawa parking, see the image and the map below.

Around Inbu Beach

Halekulani Okinawa

Halekulani Okinawa is a luxury hotel built around the idea of a paradise worthy of the name of heaven.

Every room has an ocean view, and the clear water of Onna Village comes with it.

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.

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 Inbu Beach.

Inbu Beach sits right beside Halekulani Okinawa, which makes it feel almost like a private beach.

It is well equipped for swimming too, so adults and children alike can enjoy a day here.

If you are heading to Onna Village, make time for Inbu Beach.

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Clear water and a wide, long stretch of sand make it a lovely beach.

Resort hotels line the shore around Tiger Beach, which gives it a real resort feel.

The swimming facilities are properly set up too, so it works for adults and small children alike.

Ratings for Tiger Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Tiger Beach

Tiger Beach is well set up, with rentals and water sports that work for adults and children alike.

For rentals and activities, see the Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort website.

The Highlights

Wide, long, and lovely sand

Tiger Beach runs into Fuchaku Beach, making a single stretch of about 600 meters.

The Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort looks after it, so the beach is in good condition year after year.

Clear water

The water here is remarkably clear.

A photograph gets some of it across, but in person it looks better still.

Well equipped

There are showers, restrooms, and the rest.

There are lifeguards too, so adults and children alike can swim with confidence.

Snorkeling and other water sports

You can snorkel, paddle a SUP board, and more at Tiger Beach.

There is diving and snorkeling to be had all around Onna Village, so it is worth a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.

A beautiful sunset

The sunset at Tiger Beach is lovely.

The blue of the morning is fine, but the evening light is something else.

A YouTube Short of Fuchaku Beach, next to Tiger Beach

Here is a YouTube Short of Fuchaku Beach, right next to Tiger Beach. Take a look.

Access and Parking

For Tiger Beach you can park at the Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort.

For the location and other details, see the map below.

Around Tiger Beach

Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

The Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort is a resort hotel right next to Tiger Beach.

Every room has an ocean view.

The facilities inside feel like a proper resort too, with a pool the children can use and a chapel, all in a space built for taking it slowly.

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.

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 Tiger Beach.

Most people on Tiger Beach are staying at the Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort, but anyone can come in.

There is swimming, of course, and water sports besides, so it works for adults and children alike.

If you are heading to Onna Village, Tiger Beach is well worth the trip.

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This is a resort beach defined by three things: a setting wrapped in beautiful nature, clean white sand, and clear water.

The Moon Beach Museum Resort is built around the crescent-shaped natural beach, so it functions as the hotel’s private beach.

The swimming facilities are properly set up, and there is a long list of water sports.

With a jellyfish net and lifeguards in place, it is a resort beach that works for adults and children alike.

Ratings for Moon Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Moon Beach

Moon Beach is run by The Moon Beach Museum Resort, so the facilities are kept in good order and there is plenty on offer in the way of rentals and activities.

For rentals and activities, see The Moon Beach Museum Resort.

The Highlights

A proper resort atmosphere

Moon Beach has all three of the things people picture when they picture a resort: a beautiful beach, a resort hotel, and greenery all around.

The pale blue and white parasols only add to it.

Clear water

The water here is remarkably clear.

Among all the beaches on Okinawa’s main island, this one stands out for clarity.

Beautiful sand

The sand is properly looked after and genuinely lovely.

It is soft enough that walking barefoot is no trouble at all.

A beautiful sunset

The sunset here is lovely too.

There is a pool

The pool at Moon Beach looks straight out over the ocean, which makes it a rather luxurious place to be.

There are parasols around the pool, and people were resting under them.

Well equipped

Showers, lockers, and restrooms are all here.

Plenty of rentals and activities

Moon Beach has jet skis, water skiing, diving, and a good deal more.

For rentals and activities, see The Moon Beach Museum Resort.

Lunch and dinner

You can have lunch or dinner at Moon Beach with the ocean in front of you.

Hotel guests, of course, but anyone else can come in as well.

Access and parking

Moon Beach has paid parking.

The rates are as follows.

• Visitors: 1,500 yen
• Hotel guests: 500 yen per night (capped at 1,500 yen for 3 nights)

For the exact location of the parking, see the map below.

Around Moon Beach

The Moon Beach Museum Resort

The Moon Beach Museum Resort is a resort hotel surrounded by beautiful nature and the beach itself.

Its website carries the line “the resort closest to nature”, and the setting lives up to it.

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.

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 Moon Beach.

Moon Beach works almost as a private beach, and it is a beautiful place to get the feel of an Okinawan resort.

With rentals, water sports, and the rest of the facilities all in place, it works for children and adults alike.

It suits anyone who wants the atmosphere of a proper Okinawan resort.

If you are heading to Onna Village, make time for Moon Beach.

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The name is read ‘Atta’, not ‘Atsuta’ as the characters might suggest.

What defines it is clear water and about a kilometer of sand.

There is a school across the road, and the beach sits quietly in the middle of a residential area.

It is mostly locals and families here, swimming, camping, and barbecuing.

Ratings for Atta Beach

*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.

Key facts about Atta Beach

You can bring your own barbecue supplies, or rent them.

Rentals have to be booked, so see here for the details.

There is no jellyfish net and no lifeguard at Atta Beach, so take real care if you go in the water.

The Highlights

About a kilometer of sand

The kilometer or so of sand is lovely, and a few families had pitched tents on it.

Clear blue water

The water is clear all the way through, and it is a fine thing to look at.

The view across to the rest of Okinawa’s main island is a personal favorite of mine.

Snorkeling too

You can snorkel and paddle a SUP board at Atta Beach.

There is diving and snorkeling to be had all around Onna Village, so it is worth a look on Viator or GetYourGuide.

Greenery all around

There is greenery everywhere here, and plenty of people were resting in the shade.

Access and parking

Atta Beach does have paid parking.

That said, some cars were parked on the roadside.

For more on parking, see the image below and the Google Map.

Around Atta Beach

UMITO OKINAWA ONNASON

A hotel built around the idea of a Ryukyu Kingdom residence, with all nine rooms as full suites, so the resort feel runs right through it.

Step out onto the balcony and Atta Beach opens up in front of you, with wide ocean views and the sea breeze coming through the windbreak forest.

Some rooms have a private pool and some do not, so book according to what you are after.

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.

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 Atta Beach.

Atta Beach draws mostly locals and families.

Some are barbecuing, some are swimming, some are snorkeling.

There is no jellyfish net and no lifeguard, so take real care if you go into the water.

Thank you for reading to the end.

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