Sunayama Beach

Overview

Sunayama Beach is a sandy shore on Miyako Island in Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture. True to its name, which means sand mountain, reaching the beach means crossing a low sandy dune, and once you climb over it a pure white shore and blue sea open up all at once. Easily accessible from Miyako's town area, it is loved as a beach where you can casually enjoy the sea color known as Miyako Blue.

Highlights

• ●The distinctive approach of a sand dune standing before the beach
• ●White sand and blue sea opening up all at once beyond the dune
• ●The clear sea color known as Miyako Blue
• ●The convenience of easy access from the town area

History

Miyako Island is formed from uplifted coral reef, and its white sand and clear waters are the work of nature over long ages. Sunayama Beach is one such stretch of Miyako's coastline, cherished by locals and travelers alike. The distinctive approach of climbing over a sand dune only heightens the sense of openness when you finally arrive at the shore.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head from central Miyako Island to Sunayama Beach along the coast
2. 2Walk over the sand dune from the parking area
3. 3Descend the dune and enjoy the white sand shore and the sea
4. 4Relax on the beach while gazing at the clear sea color

Did you know?

💡 The name Sunayama comes from the sand dune that stands before the beach. It is precisely because of that short climb that the view of sea and sand, spreading out the moment you descend the dune, leaves such a strong impression. The appeal of this beach is enjoying Miyako's clear sea color at a spot so close to town.

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