Take some time to relax and unwind on Emerald Beach, a Y-shaped coastal area that makes up part of a wider marine park. The beach's calm, bright green lagoon has ample room for paddling, a little shallow swimming, and splashing around. Separated into three distinct areas--for playing, rest, and viewing--the scenic beach provides recreation and fun for families, couples, and solo travelers. Using our international travel planner, Motobu-cho attractions like Emerald Beach can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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Emerald beach walks very clean. There are permanent ‘parasol’ type of seating which provides shade from the sun and some seating area for one to rest when out of water. There are around 4 big floats..... more
Emerald beach walks very clean. There are permanent ‘parasol’ type of seating which provides shade from the sun and some seating area for one to rest when out of water. There are around 4 big floats..... more »
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We 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..... more
We 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..... more »
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Beach was nice and clean. Water was clear and blue. Unfortunately, I’m not so much of a beach person. Stopped here only because I was on the aquarium trolley. You will like it if you like beaches.
Beach was nice and clean. Water was clear and blue. Unfortunately, I’m not so much of a beach person. Stopped here only because I was on the aquarium trolley. You will like it if you like beaches. more »
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Paradise Found. Clear blue waters, Large swimming area. Perfect for pictures or an all day beach day. You can rent an umbrella for 1000¥, and a chair for 1000¥ or both plus an extra chair for 2500¥ for all day. that is too high, but its nice to be close to the water. The snack shop area has free showers and coin lockers. it's 100% worth the drive north from Naha. We went in August 2022, water was so warm the breeze was perfect. Even at low tide the water can still be deep.
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Beautiful beach with free parking and free shade areas. There are showers and other facilities. Guards are watching. But snorkeling is not allowed.
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If you're in Motobu area you MUST NOT MISS this beach. This is where you see the best shades of blue bordered with white sand and some green garnishing around. Walk straight from the aquarium 👍
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As the name suggests, Emerald Beach is famous for its clear turqoise waters. The sand is fine but not super fine. Which is fine. Because it allows you to rather easily remove the sand after you leave the beach. During our visit, it was actually close to the end of the beach season. The beach was actually slated to close a few days later for the winter months. Hence, it was a little chilly and windy. Strangely, though it was cloudy, the water was relatively warm. Showing the intensity of the UV rays huh? After losing to Kate at a game of Scrabble (argh), we headed to the little township nearby for lunch. For more details, visit 2bearbear today!
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Great place to go. Safe with lots of lifeguards. Lots of benches to sit on in the shade. And a beautiful beach to swim in.
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