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- Hiroaki KanekoTokyo, Japan5,468 contributions宮古島に複数あるビーチの一つです。非常に美しい白い砂と、来間大橋と来間島の景観が素晴らしく、海水浴が出来る夏季だけでなく冬季でも多くの観光客が訪れます。そのため、ビーチにあるレストランは冬季でも営業しています。
基本的に車で訪れるスポットですが、駐車場の数はそれ程多くないことに注意が必要です。一方、海水浴が出来ない季節は、単に景色を眺める客のみが訪れるため、各車の駐車場の利用時間もそれ程長くなく、満車の機会はほとんどありません。
近隣の住民による清掃作業が功を奏しているからか、海岸は常に美しく保たれています。一方で、レストラン脇に設置されているゴミ箱は常にいっぱいの状態ですので、可能な限りゴミは持ち帰って処分した方が良さそうです。
レストランの他、トイレ及び有料のシャワー施設があるのみですが、余計なものが無いからこそ、ゆったりと時間を過ごすにはピッタリのスポットかもしれません。年間を通して暖かい場所ですので、時間を忘れてゆっくり過ごすなら、むしろ海水浴が出来ない季節の方がお勧めだと思います。
This is one of several beaches on Miyako Island. The beautiful white sand and the view of the Kurima Island and the Kurima Ohashi Bridge are wonderful, attracting many tourists not only during the summer when swimming is possible, but also during the winter season. Therefore, restaurants on the beach are open during the winter season.
The beach is generally visited by car, but it should be noted that there are not so many parking lots. On the other hand, during the non-bathing season, when only visitors come to admire the scenery, the parking lot is not occupied for very long and is rarely full.
The beach is always kept beautiful, probably due to the cleaning work done by nearby residents. On the other hand, the trash cans by the restaurant are always full, so it's best to take your trash home with you and dispose of it whenever possible.
In addition to the restaurant, there are only restrooms and shower facilities for a fee, but the lack of extras makes it a perfect spot to spend some time relaxing. It's warm throughout the year, so if you want to spend a relaxing time without losing track of time, it would be better to go there during the season when swimming is not available.Written January 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - g0_f0r_itSingapore, Singapore320 contributionsFrom Kaiji beach, you can walk to Kondoi beach either from the road or simply walking along Kaiji beach past the cape. The beach is indeed beautiful. There are public toilets available here. There are sheltered areas too but if you try to have any food, the numerous huge crows and stray cats will come to you, so we ended up keeping all our food back.
Ferries to Taketomi depart Ishigaki every 30-60 mins except during lunch hour. Note that the last morning ferry is at 11.30am and the next one is at 1pm. Very enjoyable in good weather.Written January 27, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - valentina mRome, Italy934 contributionsJust park for free your car in the park area, walk 2 minutes on the Little Path inside wild vegetation and you get the beach. There Is beautiful arch and a small Sand beach. Near park area there are toilettes and shower. Very niceWritten October 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paul2keyLas Cruces, NM201 contributionsI came on an overcast day in December and I was still able to swim. Not many people so I had the beach to myself. The sand is soft. But don’t leave any food exposed or those pesky crows will help themselves to it!Written December 28, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christian MCopenhagen, Denmark6,223 contributionsEspecially striking are the small cobalt blue ones, but there's a variety of fish in different colors, along with live corals. All this just a minute's swim away once you've entered the water with your snorkel mask and maybe some fins.
You'll likely see Japanese snorkelers equipped with semi-professional gear like wetsuit, water shoes, fins, gloves, and life vests, but you don't need all that. We managed just fine with just masks, swimwear, and bare feet.
Yonehara is a lovely beach with public toilets, showers, and a parking lot that costs 500 yen per day. It's best to arrive relatively early on sunny days.
The Japanese don't usually sunbathe, but of course, you can if you like. Just be cautious walking barefoot on the sand, as it's filled with shells and corals.Written May 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Takoyaki47Ogasawara-shoto, Japan910 contributionsI went off season, so there were no people. Great beach. Looks like there is some kind of concession in the tourist season. Snorkel rentals, maybe some food and drink. Funky little table and chairs scattered around. Could be nice for a picnic and beers.Written December 14, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SOH KIEN PENGSingapore, Singapore9,563 contributionsWe came here after a shopping spree for pharmaceutical products at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza. The focus of attraction is now shifted from the gigantic Gundam robot to the statue of Liberty (replica) at the Odaiba Seaside Park.
The Statue of Liberty stands arrogantly at Tokyo Bay with the background of the Rainbow Bridge and the skyscrapers of Tokyo skyline. Ironically, about 170 years ago, Commodore Perry, the US Navy Command, led a military expedition here and coerced the then Tokugawa Shogunate regime to open Japan doors to foreign trade.
Power comes from the barrel of a gun. Japan at that stage of history was backward and not modernised and was like the then Qing Dynasty China, weak and feeble to be able to counter the US aggression. Japan eventually kowtow to US coercion and opened her doors.
Emperor Meiji who overthrew the Tokugawa Shogunate was wise to embark on the Meiji Restoration to modernize Japan and in less than a century, Japan emerged to be a formidable power in the Far East. The Statute of Liberty appears to me to rekindle history in a subtle way reminding visitors of the `humiliation' by the Western Imperialism and a new chapter in the beginning and making of Modern Japan.
I could feel the sea breeze caressing my face as I walked along the promenade enjoying the beautiful seaside scenery. There are 3 shopping malls in Odaiba and Aqua City, one of the smaller malls, overlooks the Statue of Liberty and the seaside park. Standing at the platform in front of Aqua City, one can have a stunning panoramic view of Tokyo Bay.Written May 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Blossom VDubai, United Arab Emirates171 contributionsThis place is worth the stroll! A very family-friendly location that is open to public. This strip has many hotels along the road and hidden gem restaurants can be found in alleys. A must-see, especially during the spring season!Written June 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Erdling34 contributionsAstonishing beach with a great view, especially from the observation deck.
The ferry from Naha takes 70 minutes (3300 Yen for a round trip) or 40 minutes by speed boat (4900 Yen for a round trip). From the Port you can take the Bus and for 400 Yen (one way) and enjoy the beach.Written May 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ayaan KIrving, TX42 contributionsWe didn't have much time in Okinawa so we thought we'd head to the aquarium then to this beach, knock two birds out with one stone. The beach was clean and had free showers. There was a gift shop as well. Although there was no wave action and the water was shallow.Written February 23, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Debbie BEssex, United Kingdom294 contributionsThis is a stunning beach which was about 10 minutes drive from Shimoda station. We enjoyed a paddle and there were a lot of swimmers. Coastguards are on duty. We could not get a taxi back through Uber or the Japanese Go app which was a bit of a pain so we walked to the Izukyu hotel opposite the beach and they were kind enough to call us a cab. The nearest beach to the station would have been Sotoura beach which looked just as nice. There is a 7/11 there and a couple of mobile food stalls but no nice restaurants. The toilets had taps outside to wash your feet of sand but the toilets were not great. It was a really lovely afternoon stroll along this beach though.Written August 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DanPalo Alto, CA1 contributionThese islands are quite remote, and when I visited there were very few tourists. Quite beautiful. They diving was excellent. But on the flip side, there was really no nightlife. So if you want a slow-paced, out-in-nature experience, go there.Written January 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stu2247Solihull, UK865 contributionsBeautiful beach, with some stunning scenery. The weather was atrocious, so the photos didn't really do it justice. Lots of facilities nearby, with toilets, a shop and café. There is plenty of parking too. I imagine this is really busy in the summer. No swimming in the sea is allowed due to the currents.Written April 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MCCSouth West England, UK796 contributionsA walk through to Cape of Miho through a forest of black pines. Miho-no-Matsubara, a coastal pine tree grove, a forest path we walked through lined with pine trees (some as old as 200 years). The smell of the fir forest was sumptuous. Legend has it that one day a local fisherman found a special kimono on one of the trees. He took it down for his daughter but had not gone far with it when a heard in a sweetest voice asking for it back. He turned around to see angel who had been for a swim asking for it back. When he refused she began to sing how she would be back allowed in to heaven if she did not have her kimono. The fisherman taking pity said she could have it back if continued to sing as she floated heavenward. It is said that the smell of the kimono and the sound of her singing hangs in the forest to this day. Hagoromo is the tree of the legend of Miho where the kimono was found. The path to Miho shrine leads straight from the tree. Miho foreshore also offers one of the finest views of Mount Fuji.Written May 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WolszczakWarsaw, Poland1,719 contributionsA nice wide beach with dedicated swim area. Not perfect white sand but the views on the rocks make it a worth while stay. The drawback is if you are not granted sunbeds (free for hotel guests from 2 closests hotels)Written March 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
