Tonnaha Beach is a beach on Miyagi Island, a small island in Uruma City in the central part of Okinawa’s main island.
It is an island, but a bridge connects it to the mainland, so you can simply drive there.
Tonnaha Beach has beautifully clear water and lovely white sand.
There is a good range of marine activities such as snorkeling and banana boat rides, plus a shop, BBQ equipment hire and swim gear rental, so the beach is well equipped.
Plenty of greenery surrounds it too, which gives the place a distinctly Okinawan feel.
Ratings for Tonnaha Beach
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Tonnaha Beach at a glance
| Swimming season | Mid-April to the end of October |
| Hours | April-June 9:00-18:00 July-September 9:00-19:00 October 9:00-18:00 |
| Admission | Adults (15 and over): 500 yen Children (elementary school age and up): 300 yen |
| Jellyfish net | Yes |
| Lifeguard | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Lockers | None |
| Swim gear rental | Yes |
| Activities | Yes |
| Shop | Yes |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Official website | None |
Tonnaha Beach has a good range of marine activities such as snorkeling and banana boat rides, plus a shop, BBQ equipment hire and swim gear rental, so the beach is well equipped.
The lifeguard also serves customers at the shop while keeping an eye on the water.
Here is what is available to rent, along with the marine activities on offer.
[Swim gear rental] - Parasol - Sun lounger - Float mat - Swim ring - Life jacket - Snorkel set *Please check prices and details on site
[Marine activities] - Jet ski rental - Jet ski taster session - Banana boat - Biscuit ride - Marble ride - Wakeboarding *Please check prices and details on site
The terrace and BBQ facilities are also available for a fee.
Highlights
Clear water and white sand
The water is beautifully clear and the sand is soft and pure white.
A good spread of activities and rentals
Tonnaha Beach has plenty to try, from banana boats and wakeboarding to jet skis.
If you fancy getting out on the water in Okinawa, you will have a fine time here.
A shop with a proper food and drink menu
Tonnaha Beach has a good choice of food and drink.
[Food] - Okinawa soba - Curry rice - Fried chicken (5 pieces) - Yakitori (5 skewers) - Frankfurter - Corn dog - Shaved ice - Zenzai (Okinawan sweet bean dessert)
[Drinks] - Orion draught - Canned beer - Chuhai (assorted) - Mango juice - CC Lemon - Cola - Sanpin tea (jasmine tea) - Coffee - Water
Plenty of tables and chairs to rest at
Tables and chairs are set up, and for a rental fee you can settle in and take your time by the shore.
Well equipped
Besides the shop already mentioned, there are showers, restrooms and plenty else.
A spot for photos
Several people were taking photos in front of the painted angel wings.
There is a swing for children on the beach as well.
Greenery all around
The beach is ringed by greenery.
Large rocks cast some shade, and a few people were resting underneath them.
Access & Parking
| Access | About 65 minutes by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | 8203 Yonashiro Uehara, Uruma City, Okinawa |
| Activities | Yes |
| Admission | Adults (15 and over): 500 yen Children (elementary school age and up): 300 yen |
| Parking | Yes (paid) |
| Restroom | Yes |
Tonnaha Beach has a car park.
See the map below for details.
What’s nearby Tonnaha Beach
Muruku Beach
Muruku Beach is on Hamahiga Island, known for its beautifully clear water and fine white sand.
There is a good range of marine activities, and a booking desk for them right on the beach.
The feel is similar to Tonnaha Beach, though the greenery and the large rocks around Muruku Beach are on a grander scale.
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 the resort has an outdoor pool and a hot spring as well.
There is also a near-private beach within walking distance, which makes it a hotel we happily recommend.
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
This article introduced Tonnaha Beach on Miyagi Island.
Tonnaha Beach is well equipped and genuinely lovely, yet it remains one of those beaches that feels surprisingly little known.
If you are heading to Miyagi Island in Uruma City, do stop by Tonnaha Beach.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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