Okinawa Beaches

Sesoko Beach (Sesoko Island, Okinawa) | Swimming Season, Activities, and Parking

Sesoko Beach sits on Sesoko Island in Motobu Town, northern Okinawa, reached by road across the Sesoko Bridge. Remarkably clear water, beautiful sand, and a full range of marine activities define it. Here are the swimming season, parking fees, rentals, and what is nearby.

2023.09.14

Motobu Beaches

Chigunu Beach | The Cave of Beginnings on Kouri Island, with Access and Parking

Chigunu Beach is a small natural beach on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village. It is home to the Cave of Beginnings, a sacred site from Ryukyuan mythology. Here is how to get there, where to park, and what is nearby.

2023.09.09

Nakijin Beaches

The 5 Best Beaches on Kouri Island | From Popular Sand to Quiet Finds

A guide to all five beaches on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village, on the northern part of Okinawa's main island — from well-equipped Kouri Beach and Tinu Beach with its Heart Rock, to the quieter Tokei, Peace, and Chigunu beaches.

2023.09.09

Nakijin Beaches

Peace Beach | A Quiet Find on Kouri Island, with Access and Parking

Peace Beach is a natural beach on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village, with exceptionally clear water and few visitors. Here is how to walk there from Tokei Beach, where to park, and what is nearby.

2023.09.09

Nakijin Beaches

Tinu Beach | Heart Rock on Kouri Island, with Parking and Access

Tinu Beach sits on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village, on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. It is known for Heart Rock, a heart-shaped formation, and was used as a filming location for a JAL commercial. Here are the parking, tides, and what is nearby.

2023.09.09

Nakijin Beaches

Kouri Beach | Clear Water and Free Parking on Kouri Island

Kouri Beach sits on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village, on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. Blue water, white sand, and a view of Kouri Ohashi Bridge define it. Here are the swimming season, free parking, marine activities, and what is nearby.

2023.09.09

Nakijin Beaches

Odo Beach (John Man Beach) | Popular snorkeling spot in Itoman City

Odo Beach (John Man Beach) is located in Itoman City, in the southern part of the main island of Okinawa.This beach is f...

2023.09.09

Itoman Beaches

Apogama Beach (Mermaid’s Grotto) | A Natural Sea Cave and a Favorite Dive Site

A guide to Apogama Beach in Onna Village, on the north of Okinawa's main island. The natural cave known as Apogama is the draw, on a stretch of coast left almost entirely undeveloped and popular with divers and snorkelers. Parking and what is nearby are covered too.

2023.09.09

Onna Beaches

Nabee Beach (Onna Seaside Park) | Hours, Parking, Barbecues, and What to Do

A guide to Nabee Beach in Onna Village, on the north of Okinawa's main island. White sand, clear emerald water, a jellyfish net with lifeguards, and plenty of water sports and barbecue facilities. Hours, parking, and what is nearby are all covered.

2023.09.09

Onna Beaches

Zane Beach (Beach51) | A Superb Stretch of Shore Beside Cape Maeda

A guide to Zane Beach, also known as Beach51, in Onna Village on the north of Okinawa's main island. Fine white sand, blue water, and a natural clifftop with a remarkable view. Parking, how to get there, and what is nearby are all covered.

2023.09.09

Onna Beaches