Central Okinawa

A guide to Toguchi Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Soft white sand, clear water and Ryukyu limestone, with snorkeling, SUP, barbecue facilities and a large free car park.

A guide to Sobe Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Soft white sand, clear water and a park next door make it a favourite with local families.

A guide to Momenbaru Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Clear water, white sand and gentle waves on a stretch of coast that feels almost private.

A guide to Melody Beach (Nakkouri Beach) in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Clear water, white sand and striking Ryukyu limestone, in a quiet spot few tourists find.

A guide to Nagahama Coast in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. The shallows are designated for sea lettuce harvesting so it is not really a swimming beach, but the water teems with life.

A guide to Uza Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Clear water, white sand, a chapel on the shore and shaded rest spots along a well-kept promenade, plus parking and nearby sights.

A guide to Kanai Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. White sand, clear water and the Cristea Chapel make it a favourite for wedding and sunset photos, and it sits right beside Nirai Beach.

A guide to Rindoubaru Kaizuka Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. A small beach with soft sand and clear water, good snorkeling just offshore, and almost nobody around.