Yonaha Maehama Beach - Miyako Island
Miyako Island is known for some of Japan's best beaches and is a great destination for snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs. The sub-tropical climate provides mild weather year around. Miyako is the fourth largest island in Okinawa prefecture and has few towns, among which Hirara is the largest with a moderate range of restaurants and bars. Resort hotels and pensions are found across the island. Beaches are Miyako's most famous attraction. There are picturesque sand beaches for swimming and relaxing and coral reefs that provide excellent snorkeling. While the beaches are open year round, they are best enjoyed from April to November when the water is very warm.
Yonaha-Maehama Beach is a white sand beach in the southwestern corner of Miyako and usually leads rankings of Japan's best beaches. It is suited for swimming and various other water sports. The beach is also known for beautiful sunsets. Its facilities include showers, toilets and a rental shop. This is the beach that has made Miyako Island a popular destination. With its 4 mile long stretch of super fine white sand, Yonaha Maehama Beach is amazingly beautiful. Rarely crowded, the beach is an ideal destination for people looking to just relax and unwind.
Taketomi Island is an island just off the coast of Ishigaki Island and the site of a beautifully preserved, traditional Ryukyu village. As Taketomi Island is fairly small, it is often visited as a day trip from Ishigaki. Most visitors either walk or rent a bicycle to travel through the village's white sand roads and to the nearby beaches along the western shore of the island. Taketomi Island has both sandy beaches and rocky beaches where you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling. Except for Kondoi, the beaches do not have any public facilities. In addition the beach is easily accessible from Ishigaki, with regular ferries departing every 30 minutes for Taketomi.
Featuring the longest stretch of sand on Taketomi Island and tranquil water with a smooth sandy bottom, Kondoi Beach provides a great swimming experience for everyone, although the water is too shallow to swim in during low tide. Kondoi Beach is Taketomi Island's best beach with emerald green water and It has a large white sand beach that is perfect for laying out in the sun. Grassy, shaded picnic areas as well as restroom, changing, and rental facilities are also available.
Nishi no Hama Beach - Hateruma Island
Located near Kuroshima Port, this is the longest and most popular beach on the island of Hateruma -- the southernmost inhabited island in Japan. The contrast between the white sand and emerald green water of Nishi no Hama Beach is simply amazing. The sand is super fine and soft and it's very comfortable to lie on, while the water is relatively shallow and offers a great snorkeling experience for everyone. Gazebos are available on the beach for a rest in the shade.
Across the transparent ocean, you can observe Iriomote Island and Aragusuku Island, the recommended spot for sunset view. Sea turtles sometimes come to lay eggs during spring to fall on this beautiful beach.
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