Kaichu-doro Beach sits in Uruma City, in the central part of Okinawa’s main island.
A road known as the Kaichu-doro runs along a 4.7 km causeway, with open water on either side.
It is called a beach, but the sand is narrow and what really opens up in front of you is a vast shallow flat.
It is well equipped, with restrooms, changing rooms and parking all provided.
Marine sports such as wakeboarding and BBQs are available too, so it draws plenty of locals and families with children.
Ratings for Kaichu-doro Beach
*Ratings are the subjective view of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in the prefecture
Kaichu-doro Beach at a glance
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Hours | None in particular |
| Jellyfish net | None |
| Lifeguard | None |
| Showers | Yes |
| Lockers | Yes |
| Rentals | Yes |
| Activities | Yes |
| Shop | Yes |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Official website | None |
Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan is close by, so plenty of people stop at Kaichu-doro Beach for lunch or a break.
There is no lifeguard and no jellyfish net, so do take real care if you go in for a swim.
The lockers and showers are inside the Kaichu-doro Observatory building.
*See the map below for the location of the Kaichu-doro Observatory.
Highlights
A vast shallow flat
The area around this beach opens into a huge expanse of shallow water.
At low tide it looks less like a beach than a tidal flat.
The sand
There are several patches of sand, none of them especially large.
A few families were in for a swim.
Marine activities on offer
Kaichu-doro Beach has all sorts on offer, from marine sports to SUP.
There is plenty to look through on Viator and GetYourGuide, so do take a look if that appeals.
A long line of concrete blocks
Stepped concrete blocks run a long way along the shore.
They appear to have been laid as a defence against erosion.
They stretch from one end of the beach to the other.
A large rock
There is something here that looks like a large rock.
With man-made breakwaters all around, it is hard to say whether it was always there, but it is a decent size.
The long, broad Kaichu-doro
The view from the footbridge over the Kaichu-doro is superb.
Open water stretches away on both sides.
Personally, the Kaichu-doro in the late afternoon is a favourite.
Access & Parking
| Access | About 70 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | Yonashiro Yabira, Uruma City, Okinawa |
| Parking | Yes (free) |
| Restroom | Yes |
Kaichu-doro Beach has several car parks, so here is a run-through of each.
The first is on the opposite side from Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan.
*See the map below for details
The second is on the Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan side.
The showers and lockers are on the Ayahashi-kan side, so this is the one we would recommend.
The third is on the far carriageway from Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan.
You can cross the footbridge to reach Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan from there.
What’s nearby Kaichu-doro Beach
Activities in Uruma City
Uruma City offers all kinds 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?
Ikei Island Onsen AJ Resort Island Ikei
Ikei Island Onsen AJ Resort Island Ikei is a resort hotel on Ikei Island, one of Okinawa’s smaller islands.
Every room has an ocean view, and there is an outdoor pool and hot spring on site.
Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan
Umi-no-eki Ayahashi-kan sells local produce and souvenirs.
There is a restaurant as well, which makes it a good place to stop for a break.
A rental car is the way to go in Okinawa
A rental car is by far the best way to get around the main island of Okinawa.
Shuri Castle in Naha, the beautiful beaches up north, American Village in Chatan and the rest are scattered all over the island, so having a car lets you explore at your own pace. Buses are infrequent and rarely run to time, so whether or not you have a car makes a real difference to the trip.
Popular seasons book up quickly, so reserve early once your dates are set.
In summary
Kaichu-doro Beach draws all sorts, from locals to visitors from further afield.
Lockers, showers and marine sports are all on hand.
That said, there is no lifeguard and no jellyfish net, so do take real care if you go in for a swim.
If you are heading to Uruma City, do stop by.
We hope this article has been of some use.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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