Souvenir hunting and Okinawan atmosphere on Naha's liveliest avenue
About this spot
The main street of Okinawa sightseeing, running about 1.6 km east to west through central Naha. Souvenir shops, eateries and stores selling shisa (シーサー) crafts stand side by side, and simply walking along it gives you a taste of the Okinawan atmosphere. Early in the morning the crowds are relatively calm, making it an easy time slot to walk with children. Build up that tropical mood as you start the day, heading toward the market and the beach that come next.
Season & hours
Name: 波の上ビーチ
Date & time: 4/5 (Sun)–10/31 (Sat)
Venue: 那覇市・波の上ビーチ
那覇市中心部からもっとも近い海水浴場で、2026年は4月5日から10月31日まで開設されます。すぐそばを国道58号が走る都市型のビーチながら、透明度の高い海が広がるのが魅力です。波の上宮の断崖の下に位置し、鳥居越しに海を望める景観も見どころのひとつ。国際通りや那覇空港からのアクセスの良さもあり、街歩きと海水浴を1日で両方楽しみたい家族連れに向いています。波打ち際での水遊びや砂遊びをしながら、夕方までゆったり過ごしましょう。
Tips
波の上宮からは階段を下ってすぐ、那覇バスターミナルからも徒歩圏内とアクセスが良いビーチです。混雑しやすい週末は早めの時間の到着がおすすめ。休憩や着替えの設備は現地で確認しましょう。
Tips
The nearest stations are Kencho-mae (県庁前) and Miebashi (美栄橋) on the Yui Rail (ゆいレール), and it is within walking distance of the Naha Bus Terminal (那覇バスターミナル). Look at bulky souvenirs in the morning and leave them in a coin locker so you can travel light to the beach.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour. The 10 o'clock hour right after the shops open is easy to walk and recommended
Access & map
3-2-10 Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture 900-0013
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2026 Naminoue Beach (波の上ビーチ) Full-Day Course
Okinawa
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