Nagahama Beach is a beach in Nakijin Village.
Clear water and beautiful sand define it, and few tourists come — very much a local find.
The clarity and color of the water stand out even against other beaches in Okinawa.
It is not a place that draws crowds, which makes it a good choice if you want unhurried time on the sand.
Ratings for Nagahama Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Nagahama 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 |
| Activities | No |
| Shop | No |
| Restrooms | No |
| Official website | No |
Nagahama Beach has no swimming facilities, and the beautiful natural shore is left largely as it is.
There are restrooms and changing rooms, but they are for guests of Nagahama Beach Resort KANON.
There is also no permanent safety net or lifeguard, so take care when you go into the water.
Highlights
Water of Remarkable Clarity
The water at Nagahama Beach is exceptionally clear.
Even against other beaches in Okinawa, the clarity here stands out.
Photographs do not quite show it, but in person it is beautiful almost beyond belief.
Snorkeling and SUP Are Possible
Snorkeling and SUP are both possible here.
You will need to bring your own snorkeling and SUP gear, so take care and enjoy it safely.
Beautiful Sand
Roughly 300 meters of beautiful sand.
When I visited there was still a little pumice left on the shore.
Once the pumice clears, it looks like this.
The Sunsets Are Beautiful
The sunset from Nagahama Beach is a fine one.
Watching it unhurried, with nothing much to do, is the way to take it in.
Access and Parking
| Access | About 100 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 744 Shoshi, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa |
| Parking | Open space available |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Nagahama Beach does not have a dedicated parking lot.
They are not proper parking areas, but there are two open spaces in front of the beach, and cars were left in them.
See the map below for details.
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Around Nagahama Beach
Nagahama Beach Resort KANON
Nagahama Beach Resort KANON is a luxury resort where every room has an ocean view.
Each room is built around natural wood, giving it a genuinely relaxing feel.
Recommended Activities in Nakijin Village
Nakijin Village has a range of marine activities on offer.
Diving, snorkeling, SUP, and more can all be booked.
If you would like to enjoy diving or snorkeling, why not see what is available on Viator or GetYourGuide?
JUNGLIA OKINAWA
JUNGLIA OKINAWA is a theme park in Nakijin Village that opened on July 25, 2025.
The site covers roughly 60 hectares, with attractions built around the wild nature of Yanbaru and a spa looking out over a remarkable view.
It is about an hour and a half by car from Naha Airport, which makes it easy to work into a day of beach-hopping on Kouri Island.
If you want more than just the sea on your trip, it is well worth a visit.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Churaumi Aquarium needs little introduction — it draws large numbers of visitors and locals alike every year.
Its enormous main tank, among the largest in the world, holds whale sharks and schools of manta rays, and there is a great deal more of Okinawa’s marine life to see besides.
Churaumi Aquarium is about 15 minutes by car from Nagahama Beach.
Kouri Island
Kouri Island has a great many beautiful beaches and is well known as a place to visit.
The three spots below in particular are well worth your time when you are in Nakijin Village.
- Kouri Ohashi Bridge
- Kouri Island
- Tinu Beach (Heart Rock)
Kouri Island is about 15 minutes by car from Nagahama Beach.
In Closing
This guide has covered Nagahama Beach.
At Nagahama Beach you can see a beautiful natural shore left largely untouched.
It is not a place that draws crowds, which makes it a good choice if you want unhurried time on the sand.
When you visit Nakijin Village, be sure to make time for Nagahama Beach.
I hope this guide has been of some use.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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