Bise Beach is a beach in Motobu Town, in the north of Okinawa’s main island.
The name is read “Bise.”
Exceptionally clear water and roughly 300 meters of sand define it, and the view of Ie Island from Bise Beach is remarkable.
The Bise Fukugi Tree Lane, Emerald Beach, and the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium are among the many sights nearby.
Bise Beach is lovely, but there are no swimming facilities, so it suits anyone who wants unhurried time on the sand.
Ratings for Bise Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Bise Beach at a Glance
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Opening hours | None in particular |
| Swimming fee | Free |
| Safety net | No |
| Lifeguard | No |
| Showers | No |
| Lockers | No |
| Equipment rental | No |
| Marine activities | No |
| Shop | No |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Official website | No |
Bise Beach is lovely, but there are no swimming facilities, so it suits anyone who wants unhurried time on the sand.
[Map of Bise Beach]
What Makes It Worth Visiting
Roughly 300 Meters of Sand
The sand at Bise Beach is fine underfoot and runs a long way.
There are stones here and there, but walking barefoot is fine.
Clear Water
The clarity of the water is genuinely appealing.
Fine sand and exceptionally clear water make for a fine combination.
Snorkeling and SUP Too
You can snorkel and paddle a SUP board at Bise Beach as well.
Bookings can be made on Viator or GetYourGuide, so do take a look.
A Beautiful View of Ie Island from Bise Beach
Photos do not quite convey it, but in person the view is genuinely beautiful.
Points to Note
There were notices at Bise Beach, so please follow the rules when you visit.
Access & Parking
| Access | About 2 hours by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 411 Bise, Motobu Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes (free parking at the Bise Fukugi Tree Lane) |
| Restroom | Yes |
Bise Beach has no parking lot of its own.
There is free parking at the Bise Fukugi Tree Lane, so parking there and walking is worth doing.
It is about a five-minute walk from the parking lot to Bise Beach.
Around Bise Beach
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
The Churaumi Aquarium needs little introduction, and large numbers of visitors and locals come here every year.
From the vast main tank where whale sharks and manta rays swim — one of the largest in the world — to the many creatures native to Okinawa, there is a great deal to see.
Emerald Beach
Emerald Beach is a beach in Motobu Town, in the north of Okinawa’s main island.
Exceptionally clear water, beautiful white sand, and a lovely outlook define it, and the view of Ie Island from Emerald Beach is remarkable.
Emerald Beach is close to Bise Beach, so if swimming is what you are after, Emerald Beach is the better choice.
Activities in Motobu Town
Motobu Town offers a range of marine activities.
You can book diving, snorkeling, SUP and more.
If you would like to enjoy diving or snorkeling, why not see what is available on Viator or GetYourGuide?
Hotel Orion Motobu Resort & Spa
Hotel Orion Motobu Resort & Spa stands directly opposite Emerald Beach, within walking distance of both the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and the Bise Fukugi Tree Lane — a genuinely good location.
Every room is oceanfront with a balcony, and the view from it takes in Ie Island.
Inside there is a large bath fed by a natural hot spring drawn from 1,500 meters underground, along with a pool and restaurants. It is also an official hotel of JUNGLIA OKINAWA.
A rental car is the way to see Okinawa
For getting around Okinawa’s main island, a rental car is by far the best option.
Shuri Castle in Naha, the beautiful beaches of the north, American Village in Chatan — the sights are scattered across the island, and with a car you can take them in at your own pace. Local buses are infrequent and rarely run to time, so having a car makes a real difference to the trip.
Cars fill up quickly in the peak season, so we recommend booking early once your travel dates are set. One important note for overseas visitors: to drive in Japan you must obtain an International Driving Permit (Geneva Convention) in your home country before you depart, and remember that traffic in Japan drives on the left.
Summary
This guide has covered Bise Beach.
There are many sights around Bise Beach, including
- the Bise Fukugi Tree Lane,
- Emerald Beach, and
- the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium,
and the area draws large numbers of visitors every year.
Bise Beach is close by, so it is well worth making time for.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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