Okinawa Beaches

Hirakubo Sunset Beach | Free Entry, Free Parking and a Shallow Bay — Facilities and Access

A guide to Hirakubo Sunset Beach on the west side of the Hirakubo Peninsula in northern Ishigaki Island. Entry, parking and restrooms are free, and there are showers, rental gear, marine activities and food trucks. Facilities, fees, parking and access all covered.

2026.08.15

Ishigaki Island Beaches

The 11 Best Beaches in Nakijin Village | From Popular Sand to Quiet Finds

A guide to eleven beaches in Nakijin Village, on the northern part of Okinawa's main island — from Kouri Beach and Tinu Beach on Kouri Island to quieter spots like Nagahama Beach, Akabaka Beach, and Uppama Beach, with access and parking for each.

2026.08.13

Nakijin Beaches

Oyadomari Coast (Ichanda Beach) | 500 m of White Sand and a Beach Café

Oyadomari Coast sits in Nakijin Village on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. Roughly 500 meters of white sand and clear water define it, and there is a café along the shore. Hardly any tourists come here.

2026.08.13

Nakijin Beaches

Uppama Beach | 2 km of White Sand and the “Anywhere Door” in Nakijin

Uppama Beach sits in Nakijin Village on the northern part of Okinawa's main island. Roughly 2 km of white sand and clear water define it, and there are photogenic spots including an "Anywhere Door." Here are the season, parking, and what is nearby.

2026.08.13

Nakijin Beaches

Sedakazaki Lighthouse | A Hidden Viewpoint over Kunigami’s East Coast

Sedakazaki Lighthouse stands quietly in the Ada area of Kunigami Village, near the northern tip of Okinawa's main island. From its base, emerald-green water and an unbroken horizon open up. Here is what makes it worth visiting, plus parking.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches

Sosu Beach | Camping by the Ie River in Kunigami, with Parking

Sosu Beach sits on the northern part of Okinawa's main island in Kunigami Village. Beautiful sand and clear water define it, and camping is possible near the Ie River. Here are the details, parking, and what to know before you go.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches

Ibu Coast | A Quiet Find on Kunigami’s East Coast, with Access and Parking

Ibu Coast lies in Kunigami Village, the northernmost village on Okinawa's main island. Undeveloped and left to nature, it offers exceptionally clear water and the quiet of the surrounding Yanbaru forest. Here is what makes it worth visiting, plus parking.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches

Tobaru Beach (Tobaru Coast) | 400 Meters of Fine Sand in Kunigami, with Parking

Tobaru Beach sits on the northern part of Okinawa's main island in Kunigami Village. Emerald-green water and roughly 400 meters of fine sand define it. Restrooms, showers, parking, and a note about the neighboring U.S. military base.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Kunigami Village | From Resort Sand to Quiet Local Finds

A guide to ten beaches and coastal spots in Kunigami Village, at the northern end of Okinawa's main island — from well-equipped Okuma Beach and Adan Beach, where you can camp, to quiet finds like Oku Coast and Ibu Coast, plus Cape Hedo and Kayauchi Banta.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches

Adan Beach | Camping, Snorkeling, and a Kilometer of Sand in Kunigami

Adan Beach sits on the northern part of Okinawa's main island in Kunigami Village. Roughly a kilometer of beautiful sand and clear water define it, and camping, fishing, and snorkeling are all possible. Facility fees, restrooms, showers, and parking.

2026.08.12

Kunigami Beaches