Approximately 21 minutes by car from Naha Airport. This beach is located on the west coast of Itoman City in the southern part of Okinawa’s main island. There is an umi budou (sea grapes) farm nearby, which is said to have given the beach its name from the texture of umi budou. The calm and clean sea, typical of the southern part of the island, is a must-see experience.
Point 1: What is the origin of the name “Petit Petit Beach”?
Some beaches in Okinawa are named for unimportant things. For example, “Sand Dollar Beach” was named after the appearance of shellfish-like creatures falling into the sand, which looks like a one-dollar coin.
In the case of “Petit Petit Beach,” there is a sea grape farm nearby that sells soft-serve ice cream containing sea grapes, so the name “Petit Petit” was derived from the texture of the sea grapes!
They say it has become a little too famous these days.
You can sense the Okinawan people’s sense of humor.
This beach in the southern part of Okinawa’s main island is neither too wide nor too narrow, and has a very private feel.
You have to procure your own food, but a stylish BBQ place is provided so you can enjoy it with your friends.
Point 2: What kind of beach is “Petit Puchi Beach”?
Unfortunately, “Puchi Puchi Beach” is not an official swimming beach.
Therefore, if you want to do marine activities, you will have to bring your own equipment.
If you wish, there may be a school where you can take activities at this beach, so why not look around?
If there are no jellyfish nets or lifeguards, you may feel uneasy, but if you have an instructor who knows the local sea, you can rest assured.
Point 3: What are the sights and eateries around “Puchi Puchi Beach”?
There are many places to see around “Puchipuchi Beach” in the southern part of the island, but “Himeyuri Tower” and “Ryukyu Glass Village,” which are only a 6~7 minute drive away, are recommended.
As for gourmet food, there is a soft-serve ice cream shop with sea grapes near “Puchipuchi Beach”.
The salty taste of umi budou and sweet soft-serve ice cream is a new taste sensation! The package is also stylish!
