It takes about 1.5 hours from Naha Airport to Unten Port in Yanbaru, and 2 hours by ferry from Unten Port to Kushinukah-no-hama. The beach of Kushinukah-no-hama on Nopo Island is a beach that takes at least three and a half hours to access. But when you go there, you will be amazed at the spectacular view! Many people say they are glad they came! Recommended for those who are not satisfied with ordinary beaches.
Point 1: What is the location of “Kushinukah Beach (Noho Island)”?
To get to Kushinukah Beach (Nopo Island), first, take National Route 58 and National Route 330 from Naha Airport to Unten Port in Nakijin Village. It takes about one and a half hours to get there.
From Unten Port, take the ferry bound for Iheya, which takes about 2 hours. From Iheya Port, take the prefectural road to Kushinukah Beach, an 11-minute ride.
It takes at least 3 hours and 40 minutes.
If this is during the winter or in bad weather, the time will be extended even more.
Is it worth the effort? The question is, “Is it worth the effort?” However, everyone who has been there has been impressed by the beautiful seascape, and there are many repeat visitors.
Most of the seas in Okinawa are beautiful but repeat visitors are likely to look for “even more beautiful seas.
Point 2: What kind of beach is “Kushinukah Beach (Noho Island)”?
Kushinukah Beach (Nonofu Island)” is located in the northeast of Nonofu Island, which is a two-hour ferry ride from Unten Port in Yanbaru and is further connected by a bridge from Iheya, where the port is located.
Many people are attracted by the shallow emerald green sea seen beyond the tropical vegetation, the pristine white sandy beach paved with coral, and the pristine nature of the beach, which is not found on well-maintained beaches.
This is a natural beach that retains a moderate wildness, but there are no rentals or activities, and people enjoy snorkeling, swimming, and other activities as they please.
In recent years, one of the largest groups of table corals in Okinawa has been discovered, and diving has become increasingly popular.
Please note, however, that this is not an official beach, and there are no jellyfish nets or lifeguards, so visitors are responsible for their safety!
This beach is not officially accessible, so you are responsible for your safety. Because there are not many tourists, you need to be especially careful when you are in an emergency.
However, even though the weather is unstable, it is still a good place to visit.
Point 3: What are the recommended spots around “Kushinukah Beach (Noho Island)”?
What kind of place is Nofu Island where “Kushinuka Beach” is located?
Nofu Island is connected to Iheya Island by the Nofu Ohashi Bridge and is a more laid-back place than Iheya Island.
There are no restaurants or convenience stores on the island.
The “Nofu Kiosk,” located about a minute’s drive after crossing the Nofu Bridge, sells souvenirs, boxed lunches, daily necessities, fresh food, etc. It is a base for the islanders’ daily lives.
It is, so to speak, a base and oasis for the islanders’ daily lives.
The “community kiosk,” which has become quite rare in urban areas, was created by the cooperation of the community association and the chamber of commerce and industry and is filled with Okinawan culture.
It is a good place to stop by for a visit!
And about a minute further down the road from the store is a salt museum called “Salt Cruise,” which is a world salt exploration museum.
It is a private museum of a person who went around the world in search of salt and eventually created his museum, and sells natural hand-rubbed salt that can only be purchased here. Please taste the salt, which is thicker and sweeter than ordinary salt.
