Okinawa Beaches

Sumuide Beach | A Hidden Gem on Yagaji Island — Parking & Nearby Guide

Sumuide Beach on Yagaji Island in northern Nago is a quiet find that few visitors know about. Emerald water meets white sand, the shallows run gently out, and the pace slows right down. Here's the access, parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.04

Nago Beaches

Agarie Beach (Agarie Coast) | Parking & Nearby Guide

Agarie Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, offers about 500 m of sand and clear emerald water. Set in a residential neighbourhood, it draws locals out for a walk rather than tour groups. Here's the access, free parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.03

Nago Beaches

Kayo Beach (Kayo Coast) | A Natural Beach — Nearby Hotels & Local Guide

Kayo Beach in Nago, northern Okinawa, is an untouched natural beach with roughly 2 km of sand and remarkably clear water. Great boulders and the Yanbaru forest meet the sea here. Facilities are minimal — just public restrooms — so here's the access, parking and what's nearby.

2026.08.03

Nago Beaches

Taketomi Island: 4 Best Beaches — Access, Activities & Snorkeling Guide

Taketomi Island is a 9.2 km-round island in the Yaeyama Islands, just 10 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki Port. From Kondoi Beach to the star-sand shores of Kaiji, the sunset pier at Nishi-sanbashi and the quiet Aiyaru Beach — here are the island's four best beaches and how to reach them.

2026.08.02

Taketomi Island Beaches

Kondoi Beach | Taketomi Island’s Most Beautiful Beach — Snorkeling, Access & Nearby Guide

Kondoi Beach on Taketomi Island in the Yaeyama Islands has some of Okinawa's clearest water and finest white sand. The shallows stretch far out, and at low tide a phantom sandbar appears. Just 10 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki Port — here's how to get there, plus facilities and snorkeling info.

2026.08.02

Taketomi Island Beaches

Nishi-sanbashi Pier | Taketomi Island’s Sunset Landmark — Access & Nearby Guide

Nishi-sanbashi, the 105.3 m stone pier on Taketomi Island, was listed as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 2005. Emerald water by day, and the island's finest sunset by evening. Here's how to get there, plus what to find nearby.

2026.08.02

Taketomi Island Beaches

10 Recommended Sightseeing Spots on Zamami Island! The Kerama Blue the World Loves

Zamami Island is blessed with the transparent "Kerama Blue" sea and abundant nature. From Furuzamami Beach and Ama Beach to Takatsuki-yama Observation Deck and the Marilyn statue, here are 10 must-see recommended sightseeing spots on Zamami Island.

2026.07.29

Zamami Island Beaches

How to Get to Zamami Island! Ferry Access Explained

"Zamami Island," a popular outlying island you can visit even on a day trip from Okinawa's main island. This article explains in detail how to get from Naha to Zamami Island, including ferry differences, fares, times, reservations, and cancellations.

2026.07.29

Zamami Island Beaches

Recommended Beaches on Zamami Island! The Beautiful Beaches We Found

About an hour by high-speed ferry from Okinawa's main island, Zamami Island is a paradise of wonderfully transparent "Kerama Blue." From popular spots like Furuzamami and Ama Beach to hidden beaches, we introduce five recommended Zamami Island beaches.

2026.07.29

Zamami Island Beaches

Zamami Island Activities: Snorkeling, Diving, Whale Watching & More!

Zamami Island is an activity paradise with wonderfully transparent "Kerama Blue." Enjoy snorkeling, diving, SUP, whale watching, and bird watching on sea and land. A full guide to the activities and tours you can enjoy on Zamami Island.

2026.07.29

Zamami Island Beaches