Nakanoshima Beach
中の島ビーチ
At the mouth of a bay on Shimoji Island stands a small rock islet. This snorkeling beach has dense coral and fish within the bay and is considered one of the best snorkeling spots in Miyako.
Nakanoshima Beach is on the western side of Shimoji Island. It is a bay with a narrow mouth and a wide interior, and a small rocky islet stands at its entrance. The bay has high coral coverage and a rich variety of tropical fish, and schools of fish are visible not far from shore. It is one of the most highly rated snorkeling spots in the Miyako Islands. There are a parking lot, restrooms and seasonal showers, and entry is free. Note that at low tide the water is very shallow and the coral is sharp, so visiting around high tide is better. Currents run near the bay mouth, so always wear a life vest and go into the water with a companion.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Tori-ike Ponds
- Sawada Beach
- 17END (Shimojishima Airport)
- Toguchi Beach
- Makiyama Observatory
- Irabu Bridge
- Painagama Beach
- Sunayama Beach