This time we are covering every beach and coast in Higashi Village.
Higashi Village lies in the north of Okinawa’s main island, in a region rich in nature that includes the forests of Yanbaru.
Higashi Village has a number of beaches and coasts, from camping favorites to snorkeling spots and quiet hidden gems.
Here we introduce four beaches and coasts in Higashi Village.
- Gesashi Uppama Beach
- Fukujigawa Seaside Park Beach
- Nagahama Coast
- Taira Beach
Let’s take a look!
Gesashi Uppama Beach
Gesashi Uppama Beach is a natural beach known for its beautiful sand, and you will hardly see another tourist here.
When I visited, a few people were camping, but they were relaxing in the shade and looked to be having a wonderfully unhurried time.
There are almost no swimming facilities, but the basics such as restrooms and showers are provided.
| Access | About 110 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | Gesashi, Higashi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Activities | None |
| Parking | Yes (free) |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Fukujigawa Seaside Park Beach
Fukujigawa Seaside Park Beach is a beautiful beach with clear water where you can also camp.
It is surrounded by the wild nature of Yanbaru, which makes it a good choice if you want to feel Okinawa’s natural side up close.
| Access | About 115 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 334 Kawata, Higashi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Activities | Yes |
| Parking | Yes (free for the first 30 minutes) Large vehicles: 500 yen Cars: 200 yen Motorcycles: 100 yen |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Nagahama Coast
Nagahama Coast is a natural beach known for its clear water and beautiful sand.
There are no proper swimming facilities, but showers and restrooms are provided.
Hardly any tourists come here, so it is a good choice if you want to spend your time unhurried.
| Access | About 110 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | Miyagi, Higashi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Activities | None |
| Parking | Yes (free) |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Taira Beach
Taira Beach is known for its clear water and beautiful sand.
Michi-no-Eki Sunrise Higashi is right next door, so why not visit the two together?
| Access | About 110 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | Taira, Higashi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Activities | None |
| Parking | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Also Worth a Look
Activities in Higashi Village
Higashi Village offers plenty of activities built around the nature of Yanbaru.
Everyone from adults to children can get out into Okinawa’s wilder side, so they are well worth trying.
Yanbaru Experience Hotel NUNGANIKU
Yanbaru Experience Hotel NUNGANIKU is a nature-experience lodging facility in Higashi Village that opened on August 8, 2024.
All 20 rooms are built in cottage style with an outdoor living space on a wooden deck, so you can enjoy the feel of camping at hotel quality.
It serves as a base for activities that make the most of Yanbaru, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site: kayak tours through one of the largest mangrove forests on Okinawa’s main island, ziplining, shower climbing, and retreats under a sky full of stars.
A rental car is the way to go in Okinawa
For sightseeing on Okinawa’s main island, a rental car is by far the best option.
Shuri Castle in Naha, the beautiful beaches up north, American Village in Chatan – the places worth seeing are scattered across the island, and having a car lets you explore at your own pace. Buses are infrequent and rarely run on time, so having a car makes a real difference to the trip.
Cars book up quickly in peak season, so reserve as soon as your dates are set.
Summary
This time we covered the beaches and coasts of Higashi Village.
Higashi Village has a number of beaches and coasts, from camping favorites to snorkeling spots and quiet hidden gems.
Each beach and coast has its own character, and every one of them is beautiful.
When you are in Higashi Village, do make time to visit its beaches and coasts.
I hope this article has been of some help.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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