Uppama Beach
ウッパマビーチ26°42′ N 127°60′ EBeachJellyfish net in season
Uppama Beach on Nakijin's north coast is a white-sand beach about 1 km long with a jellyfish net and lifeguards from April to September.
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Uppama means big beach in Okinawan, and at about 1 km it is one of the longest stretches of sand on the main island. The Nakijin Tourism Association lists a habu-kurage net and lifeguards from April to September, 9:00–18:00. The Hotel Bell Paraiso next door runs dragon boats and jet skis for anyone who wants to get out on the water.
Before you swim
- Habu-kurage box jellyfish: swim inside the net in season
December to March
The season ends in September, so from December to March the net and the lifeguards are gone and the beach is for walking.
Our ratings
- Swimming
- Snorkelling
- Sunset
- Quiet
- Families
- Scenery
Worth knowing
- Ride the Nakijin coast road east from here toward Kouri for a flat, easy afternoon.
FAQ
Quick answers about Uppama Beachよくある質問
What does Uppama mean?
Uppama means big beach in the Okinawan language, according to the Nakijin Tourism Association, and Uppama Beach runs for about 1 km.
Is Uppama Beach netted?
Yes. Uppama Beach sets a habu-kurage jellyfish net and posts lifeguards from April to September, 9:00–18:00.
Can you swim at Uppama Beach?
Uppama Beach: April to September, 9:00–18:00. A jellyfish net marks the swimming area in season. Lifeguards: Lifeguards during the swim season.
Is Uppama Beach worth visiting in winter?
The season ends in September, so from December to March the net and the lifeguards are gone and the beach is for walking.
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