Okinawa Beaches

Yuni no Hama | Miyako Island’s Phantom Sandbar — Access, Tours, and the Best Timing

Yuni no Hama is a pure white sandbar that surfaces about 1.4 km off the Irabu Ohashi Bridge, but only at low tide. Surrounded by Miyako Blue on all sides, it can be reached only by boat, SUP, or sea kayak. Here is how to get there and how to choose a tour.

2026.08.08

Miyako Island Beaches

All 5 Beaches of Kurima Island! Observation Decks and Hidden Gems

Kurima Island sits off the southwest of Miyako Island, linked by the Kurima Ohashi Bridge and reachable by car. Known for exceptionally clear water and beautiful sunsets, it is home to five beaches and three observation decks. Here is the full guide, with access and parking details.

2026.08.07

Miyako Island Beaches

The Blue Cave (Miyako Island, Irabu Island) | Access, Tours, and the Best Time to Go

Miyako Island's Blue Cave, also known as the Sapphire Cave, lies off Irabu Island and can only be reached from the sea. Here is everything you need before you go: access, how to choose a snorkeling or diving tour, the best season and time of day, and safety notes.

2026.08.07

Miyako Island Beaches

Yabiji Reef | Miyako Island’s Finest Snorkeling and Diving Spot Explained!

Yabiji, spreading across the open sea north of Ikema Island, is one of Japan's largest coral reef systems and a designated National Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument. During the spring tides it surfaces as the "Phantom Continent." Here is how to get there, how to choose a tour, and when to go.

2026.08.07

Miyako Island Beaches

Nago City: All 16 Beaches — From the Best Known to the Best Kept Secrets

Nago sits in northern Okinawa and has no shortage of beautiful beaches, with the Churaumi Aquarium and other major sights close by. This guide covers all 15 beaches and stretches of coast in Nago — resort beaches, snorkeling spots and the quiet corners few visitors find.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

21st Century Forest Beach | Barbecues, Parking & Nearby Guide

21st Century Forest Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, is a man-made beach with clear water and clean sand, well equipped for swimming and open to barbecues. A new complex, Akemio Terrace, opened in April 2026 with a Starbucks, marine leisure and local dining. Here's the access, fees and parking.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

Kise Beach | A Natural Beach with 1,500 m of Sand — Parking & Nearby Guide

Kise Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, runs for roughly 1,500 m and comes fully equipped — showers, changing rooms, restrooms, rentals and a summer-only floating aqua park. With a jellyfish net and lifeguards on duty, it suits families. Here's the access, fees and parking.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

Kouki Beach | Snorkeling, Barbecues, Parking & Nearby Guide

Kouki Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, comes well equipped — restrooms, showers, coin lockers and a barbecue area. The water is startlingly clear and the shallows suit families. Here's the access, fees, parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

Kouri Bridge South Observatory (Ohdouhara) | A Spectacular Viewpoint — Parking & Nearby Guide

The Kouri Bridge South Observatory on Yagaji Island in northern Nago looks straight out over Kouri Island, with the bridge sweeping across clear blue water. Most visitors stop for around 15 minutes on the way to Kouri Island. Here's the access, free parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

Sea Glass Beach (Kunjita-hama) | Parking & Nearby Guide

Sea Glass Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, is known for remarkably clear water and the sea glass you can collect along the shore. Almost entirely untouched, it draws beachcombers rather than tour groups. Here's the access, free parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches