Aharen Beach
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Okinawa
- Category
- Beach & Island
- Duration
- Half to full day
- Opening Hours
- Beach open all day; swimming season April to September; Marine House has showers and lockers
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: Free beach entry · Snorkel rental and showers charged
- Address
- Aharen, Tokashiki, Shimajiri, Okinawa, Japan
- Coordinates
- 26.1691, 127.3472
Introduction
Aharen Beach curves for some 800 metres of white sand along the southeast coast of Tokashiki Island in the Kerama group, with the uninhabited Hanari-jima floating offshore. The water is famously clear and snorkellers frequently meet sea turtles, making it the representative beach of the Kerama island day-trip. The Marine House on the shore offers changing rooms, lockers, showers and bento lunches and rents snorkel gear, and Chinese-speaking instructors are popular; it is about 15 minutes from Tokashiki Port by village bus or rental car — the classic day return from Naha.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | Free beach entry |
|---|
Snorkel rental and showers charged
Transportation
High-speed boat ~35 min (ferry ~70 min) from Tomari Port, then bus ~15 min
JPY 2,530 high-speed; ferry ~JPY 1,690; book ahead
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Aharen Beach?
Beach open all day; swimming season April to September; Marine House has showers and lockers
How much is the admission for Aharen Beach?
Free Admission: Free beach entry; Snorkel rental and showers charged
Any practical tips for visiting Aharen Beach?
Boats leave Tomari Port, Naha: high-speed ~35 min (JPY 2,530), ferry ~70 min (~JPY 1,690). Sailings fill fast in peak season — booking opens about two months ahead.
How long should I spend at Aharen Beach?
A typical visit takes Half to full day.
How do I get to Aharen Beach?
Bus: High-speed boat ~35 min (ferry ~70 min) from Tomari Port, then bus ~15 min
