Toguchi-no-hama | A Beautiful Irabu Island Beach — Snorkeling, Parking, Showers & Facilities

“Toguchi-no-hama,” reached by crossing Irabu Ohashi Bridge from Miyako Island, is a stunning beach representing Irabu Island, where about 800 m of white powder sand arcs along the shore.

Fine sand that delights bare feet, water with clarity among the very best around Miyako, and an open setting with views as far as Miyako Island and Kurima Island — its beauty is unforgettable once you’ve visited. Beyond snorkeling and swimming, even just lying on the sand, a special time unfolds.

In this article, we’ll cover everything you’ll want to know before you go — the appeal and features of Toguchi-no-hama, ways to enjoy it such as snorkeling, and nearby facilities like access, parking, and showers.

Toguchi-no-hama Ratings

Toguchi-no-hama Basic Information

Swimming season	None in particular
Hours	None
Fee	None
Jellyfish net	None
Lifeguard	Yes
Showers	Yes
Lockers	None
Rentals	Yes
Activities	Yes
Shop	Yes
Restroom	Yes
Official site	–

Toguchi-no-hama is a popular beach that draws large crowds of tourists every year.

With plenty of activities like snorkeling, it’s one of the most popular beaches around Miyako Island.

The Appeal and Features of Toguchi-no-hama

A natural white beach spreading about 800 m

A bow-shaped natural beach on the south side of Irabu Island, about 800 m long and 50 m wide.

Its natural, not-over-developed state is a major draw, and the contrast of blue sea and white sand overwhelms visitors.

It’s a spot where you can savor the openness unique to a remote island to your heart’s content.

One of the finest snorkeling spots around Miyako

Toguchi-no-hama is one of the finest snorkeling spots around Miyako.

You can rent snorkeling gear on site, but you can also book in advance.

Take a look at the activities on Viator or GetYourGuide.

Powder sand that feels wonderful on bare feet

The biggest feature of Toguchi-no-hama is its fine powder sand.

Because the grains are so fine, it feels soft and pleasant even walking barefoot, earning much praise.

That fine sand is soothing to walk on with bare feet, so much so that walking itself becomes a pleasure.

A sea with top-class clarity

Toguchi-no-hama stands out for the beauty of its sea even among the Miyako Islands.

You can enjoy about 800 m of white sand and water with clarity among the very best in the area.

The emerald-green sea is wonderfully photogenic, with stunning views you’ll want to post straight to social media.

A shallow swimming beach that families will love

Another draw is terrain that’s kind to families and beginners.

With its shallow shelf, it’s also a great spot for a light swim.

Swim out just a little from shore and you’ll meet colorful fish, so even beginners can easily enjoy snorkeling.

Well-equipped with showers, restrooms, and more

Though it’s a natural beach, it’s reassuring that facilities for a comfortable stay are in place.

The beach has public restrooms and showers — convenient. There’s also a shop offering rentals like parasols and floats, plus meals, so you can enjoy a full beach day even empty-handed.

A stunning setting overlooking Miyako and Kurima Islands

Toguchi-no-hama is also known for its fine scenery.

The contrast of blue sea and white sand is beautiful, and from the beach you can see Miyako Island and Kurima Island.

The scenery woven from the beach’s beautiful arc and the sea’s gradient is truly as beautiful as a painting.

Things to know as points of caution

Beautiful as it is, attention to safety is essential. Since it isn’t a developed beach, there are no lifeguards.

It’s also directly connected to the open ocean, so play with plenty of care within the calm area inside the breakwater.

To enjoy it safely, we recommend savoring the sea within a comfortable, reasonable range.

Toguchi-no-hama Long Video

Here’s a long video of Toguchi-no-hama.

Originally I meant to play the sound of the waves, but the mic didn’t pick it up well, so I added music.

Access & Parking

Access	About 45 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Address	Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Parking	Yes (2 lots)
Restroom	Yes

Toguchi-no-hama has two lots — an east lot and a west lot.

We’ll explain each.

[East Lot (space for about 10 cars)]

[West Lot (space for about 30 cars)]

Toguchi-no-hama Nearby Information

Activities on Miyako Island

On Miyako Island, marine sports such as snorkeling, diving, and SUP in the crystal-clear sea are hugely popular.

On some tours you might even be lucky enough to see sea turtles, so be sure to enjoy them!

Santorini Hotel & Villas Miyakojima

A 29-room resort hotel that opened on Irabu Island in March 2024, with a sweeping panorama of Irabu Ohashi Bridge connecting Miyako and Irabu Islands.

Inspired by Santorini, Greece, the contrast of white walls and blue domes evokes the vivid beauty of the Mediterranean.

At the infinity pool where the Miyako Blue sea seems to merge with the horizon, and the Italian–Mediterranean restaurant “The Olivea” by Chef Akira Watanabe, you can enjoy a luxurious, memorable stay.

Summary

Toguchi-no-hama is a beach of exceptional beauty even on Irabu Island, where fine powder sand and the Miyako Blue sea come together. Its shallow, calm terrain is kind to families and snorkeling beginners, and with showers, restrooms, rental shops, and other facilities, you can enjoy a full day with peace of mind even empty-handed.

At the same time, being a natural beach connected to the open ocean, there are points to be careful of — so enjoying yourself reasonably within the calm area inside the breakwater is the key to a memorable beach day.

When you visit Irabu Island, be sure to experience the “paradise of Okinawa’s remote islands” at Toguchi-no-hama. Nearby there are also appealing places to stay such as Santorini Hotel & Villas Miyakojima, so a luxurious trip spent with stunning views is sure to become a special memory.