Zanpa Beach
残波ビーチ26°26′ N 127°43′ EBeach
Zanpa Beach is Yomitan village's managed beach near Cape Zanpa, with a swim season from 1 April to 31 October, free parking and ¥200 showers. The beach house stays open 9:00–17:00 through the winter.
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The village runs Zanpa as a full summer beach, with a beach house that books marine activities and a food stand selling soba and cold beer. Changing-room lockers and showers each cost ¥200. Cape Zanpa and its lighthouse rise just to the north.
Out of season the sand is quiet, and the beach house keeps shorter winter hours.
Before you swim
- No swimming outside the 1 April to 31 October season
December to March
The swim season ends on 31 October, and the beach house keeps winter hours of 9:00–17:00 from November to March. The food stand closes for the winter.
Our ratings
- Swimming
- Snorkelling
- Sunset
- Quiet
- Families
- Scenery
Worth knowing
- Cape Zanpa's lighthouse stands a few minutes north, so pair a swim with the climb.
FAQ
Quick answers about Zanpa Beachよくある質問
When is the swim season at Zanpa Beach?
Zanpa Beach in Yomitan opens for swimming from 1 April to 31 October. The beach house opens 9:00–18:00 in that season and 9:00–17:00 from November to March.
Is parking free at Zanpa Beach?
Yes. Parking at Zanpa Beach is free; showers and lockers cost ¥200 each.
Is Zanpa Beach worth visiting in winter?
The swim season ends on 31 October, and the beach house keeps winter hours of 9:00–17:00 from November to March. The food stand closes for the winter.
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