Okinawa Beaches

Diamond Beach | Clear Water and a Beautiful Rocky Shore in Onna Village

A guide to Diamond Beach in Onna Village, on the north of Okinawa's main island. A beautiful rocky shore and water so clear it is worth the trip, best enjoyed from one of the cafes above rather than in the water. Parking and nearby hotels are covered too.

2023.08.18

Onna Beaches

Akabaka Beach (Sadahama Beach) | A TWICE Filming Location in Nakijin, with Parking

Akabaka Beach sits in Nakijin Village on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. Water clarity among the best on the island and clean sand define it, and it served as a filming location for TWICE's "Dance The Night Away" video.

2023.01.09

Nakijin Beaches

Sonmin no Hama | A Calm, Family-Friendly Beach in Nakijin, with Free Parking

Sonmin no Hama sits in Nakijin Village on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. It is a man-made beach with shallow water and calm waves, plus a safety net and lifeguards — which makes it popular with families.

2022.11.05

Nakijin Beaches

Tokei Beach | Snorkeling and Limestone on Kouri Island, with Parking

Tokei Beach is a natural beach on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village. Clear water, white sand, and large limestone formations define it, and snorkeling is possible. Here are the parking, facilities, and what is nearby.

2022.10.26

Nakijin Beaches

Hamabaru Beach (Kaminuhama) | A Private-Feeling Beach at Miyuki Hamabaru Resort

A guide to Hamabaru Beach in Onna Village, on the north of Okinawa's main island. Clear water and soft sand, with rentals and water sports on site and a pool for hotel guests. Parking and what is nearby are covered too.

2022.10.19

Onna Beaches

Chatan Park Sunset Beach | Barbecues on the sand, plus parking and what’s nearby

A guide to Chatan Park Sunset Beach in central Okinawa. Neatly kept sand and clear water are its strengths, and you can barbecue right on the beach. American Village is next door.

2022.10.19

Chatan Beaches

Miyagi Coast | A popular snorkeling spot, with parking and cafés nearby

A guide to Miyagi Coast in Sunabe, Chatan, in central Okinawa. The water is exceptionally clear and the coral is beautiful, which has made it a well-known snorkeling spot. Stylish cafés line the shore and the sunsets are superb.

2022.08.06

Chatan Beaches

Mihama Coast, Chatan | A beautiful shoreline beside American Village, with colorful tetrapods

A guide to Mihama Coast in Chatan, central Okinawa. Colorful tetrapods and blue water are its signature. American Village is right there, so you can watch the sea and the sunset from a café.

2022.08.06

Chatan Beaches

Malibu Beach (Kurawa Coast) | A Quiet Beach in Onna Village, with Parking and Nearby Spots

A guide to Malibu Beach, also known as the Kurawa Coast, in Onna Village on the north of Okinawa's main island. Beautiful sand and blue water, with the Blue Cave close by and tour operators on site. Parking and nearby restaurants and hotels are covered too.

2022.08.04

Onna Beaches

The 9 Best Quiet Beaches in Onna Village, Okinawa

Nine quiet beaches in Onna Village on Okinawa's main island, from Zane Beach and Fuchaku Beach to Uramaeda, Inbu, Apogama, Diamond, Atta, Nakadomari, and Malibu, all of them with far fewer visitors than the famous names.

2022.07.15

Onna Beaches