Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach) lies in Yomitan Village, in the central part of Okinawa’s main island.
What sets this beach apart is how untouched it is, and how few people — tourists or locals — you will find here.
The land nearby is mostly farmland and there is hardly anyone about. Now and then you might see a couple of people free diving or out on a SUP.
It is a quiet find for anyone who wants to feel Okinawa’s natural side, or to spend time on a beach with nobody around.
Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach) ratings
*Ratings are the subjective assessment of the Okinawa Bookmark editor, compared with other beaches in Okinawa Prefecture.
Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach) essentials
| Swimming season | None in particular |
| Hours | None in particular |
| Swimming fee | Free |
| Safety net | None |
| Lifeguard | None |
| Shower room | None |
| Lockers | None |
| Swim gear rental | None |
| Activities | None |
| Shop | None |
| Restroom | None |
| Official website | None |
Namihira Coast has no safety net and no lifeguards, so if you want to swim or try water activities we recommend heading to Nirai Beach, which is properly equipped.
The Highlights
Untouched, beautiful sea
The sea was a deep blue and genuinely beautiful.
The beach is untouched, and its large rocks and beautiful sand are the main draw.
Plenty of beautiful rock
There is a great deal of rock here, and it is lovely.
A few people were resting in the shade.
There were free divers too
A little further out, some people were free diving.
Greenery all around
The surroundings are lush and green, and the whole place feels wonderfully natural.
Access and parking
| Access | About 1 hour by car from Naha Airport |
| Address | Namihira, Yomitan Village, Nakagami District, Okinawa |
| Parking | No dedicated parking There is space to park on the street |
| Restroom | None |
Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach) has no dedicated car park.
There is, however, space to park on the street.
Around Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach)
Activities in Yomitan Village
You can also book diving, snorkeling, SUP and other activities in Yomitan Village.
If you are curious, take a look on Activity Japan or Jalan.
Hotel Nikko Alivila
Hotel Nikko Alivila is a resort hotel that looks straight out over Nirai Beach, and the rooms come with ocean views.
It also has activities and swim gear rental for time spent at Nirai Beach, making it a resort that works well for families.
A rental car is the way to go in Okinawa
For sightseeing on Okinawa’s main island, a rental car is by far the best option.
The places worth visiting are scattered across the island, from Shuri Castle in Naha to the beautiful beaches up north and American Village in Chatan, and with a car you can work through them at your own pace. Local buses are infrequent and rarely run to schedule, so having a rental car makes an enormous difference to how much you get out of 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
In this article we introduced Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach).
What sets Namihira Coast apart is how untouched it is, and how few people — tourists or locals — you will find here.
When you are in Yomitan Village, do make time for Namihira Coast (Namihira Beach).
Thank you for reading to the end.
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