When Is the Beach Season Opening on Tokashiki Island? A Summary of Ferry Fares and Information on Swimming at Awa Beach

When is the official start of the swimming season on Tokashiki Island?
Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

In this column, we’ll be covering Tokashiki Island’sInformation on the 2026 Beach OpeningHere's how to access it.

We'll also share information on ferry fares and recommended beaches, so please use this to help plan your trip! ♪

Held on Tokashiki Island! Check out these popular tours below↓

Kerama/Tokashiki Island/2 hours] Experience the Kerama blue that the world is in love with♪ Boat snorkeling tour with free shuttle service☆Recommended for family trips☆(No.334)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,050 yen

3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling 《Comes with free photo data & lunch》（No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

Sea kayak & explore uninhabited (Hanari Island)☆Casual 2-hour course 《Day trip OK & free pickup & drop-off》 Cancellation fee waived until 2 days before the tour (No.346)開始時間12:00-14:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,700 yen

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What Is Tokashiki Island? Basic Information and How to Get There

Tokashiki Island is located in Okinawa Prefecture—Kerama IslandsA remote island located in .

The crystal-clear ocean and lush natural surroundings are what make this place so appealing.

About the ferry to Tokashiki Island ↓

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Location and Characteristics of Tokashiki Island

Tokashiki Island is located from Naha CityJust 35 minutesIts appeal lies in how close it is—just a short walk away.

As part of the Kerama Islands National Park,One of the clearest in the worldThe sea boasts a

It's close enough to enjoy even on a day tripSo, it's a great choice for your first trip to a remote island, too! ♪

Held on Tokashiki Island!
Click here for popular day trips↓

3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling 《Comes with free photo data & lunch》（No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

The tour is available on a chartered boat! Sea Turtle Encounter Rate: Over 90%☆Tokashiki Island "Awaren Beach" Swimming & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour (No.379)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,400 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Ferry Service from Naha to Tokashiki Island

Naha.Tomari PortFerries to Tokashiki Island depart from there.

There are two types of vessels—high-speed boats and ferries—and their travel times and fares vary.

We recommend making a reservation in advance, so please check the Tokashiki Ferry portal site.

Tomari Port (Tomarin) Basic Information

Address: 3-chome, Tomari, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture 900-0012
Directions: About a 15- to 20-minute drive from Naha Airport

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Tokashiki Island Ferry Fares

Ferry fares may vary depending on the route and time of year.

It's a better deal to buy a round-trip ticketSince this may be the case, be sure to check the official website in advance.

During peak season, we're often fully booked, so,Book Earlyis safe.

Group Discounts and Discounts for People with DisabilitiesSince these are also available, if you qualify, please present your proof of eligibility at the ticket counter to purchase a ticket.

*Organizations must have at least 15 members.
*As of August 2026

Perfect for group trips!
Click here for popular tours of the Kerama Islands ↓

Naha / Kerama / Charter] Luxury cruiser charter experience of your dreams! Enjoy snorkeling, marine sports, and BBQ on board☆ Cruise to Kerama's spectacular scenery by Cerulean Dream V (No.408)開始時間Consultation required (9:00-18:00)所要時間4 hours / 6 hours188,500 yen

The only one in Naha! Small Group Parasailing/Light Course (70m) ☆Experience the trapeze overlooking the blue ocean of Okinawa 《Reservation OK on the same day》（No.416)開始時間9:00/10:30/13:00/14:30/16:00所要時間Approx. 90 min.7,100 yen

Naha departure/Kerama/Charter】Charter a private cruise to Cibishi by SAFARI! Luxury plan to enjoy marine sports and BBQ freely (No.411)開始時間Consultation required (9:00-18:00)所要時間Approx. 6 hours184,000 yen

[Latest for 2026] Information on the Start of the Swimming Season on Tokashiki Island

Here is a detailed overview of the 2026 beach opening on Tokashiki Island, including the dates and event details.

About the Kerama Blue on Tokashiki Island ↓

Kerama Blue to experience on Tokashiki Island! A model day trip course and recommended sightseeing spots & activities♪Contents1 Enjoy the Kerama Blue at Watakashiki Island♪ A Model Day Trip Course2 Getting to Watakashiki Island2.1 Ferry or High Speed Boat3 How many days does it take to go around Watakashiki Island? 4 A Model Day Trip Course of Watakashiki Island4.1 [...].

When is the beach opening season?

The start of the swimming season on Tokashiki Island is usuallyLate April through MayIt is often held there.

Held at Awaren BeachIt's become a tradition.

The official schedule will be announced on the Tokashiki Village official website, so we recommend checking it in advance.

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Watakashiki Island/Day trip from Naha]Participation from 0 years old OK☆Leisurely go swimming at "Awaren Beach" with beautiful white sandy beach and coral reefs (No.381)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours9,000 yen

The tour is available on a chartered boat! Sea Turtle Encounter Rate: Over 90%☆Tokashiki Island "Awaren Beach" Swimming & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour (No.379)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,400 yen

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The Complete Guide to Awa-ren Beach! Activities and Tours Where You Can See Sea Turtles, Plus How to Get There, Bus Information, and Day Trip OptionsContents1 Complete Guide to Awaren Beach! How to get to Tokashiki Island and Day Trip Information Summary 2 What is Awaren Beach 3 Features of Awaren Beach 4 Access to Awaren Beach 4.1 Ferry/High Speed Boat Information from Naha (Tomari Port) to Tokashiki Island 4.2 Ferry Information from Watakashiki Port to Aw [...]

Details of the Beach Opening Event

On the day of the beach opening, the event begins with a Shinto ritual to pray for safety at sea.

According to the Japan Coast GuardHelicopter Rescue DemonstrationIt's really impressive!

Performances such as Kerama Taiko, Eisa, and hula dancing are held, and the whole island comes alive with excitement.

Fish-Catching Game for KidsThere are plenty of events the whole family can enjoy, such as...

Swimming Rules During the Beach Season

A lifeguard system is in place during the swimming season, so you can enjoy swimming safely.

Also,Convenience stores and rental shops are also openAnd you can enjoy swimming in the ocean in comfort.

Although swimming is permitted outside these dates at your own risk, we recommend visiting the island during the designated period for safety reasons.

Held on Tokashiki Island! Check out these popular tours below↓

Bookings Currently Closed: [Kerama Islands / Tokashiki Island] High Chance of Seeing Sea Turtles! Snorkeling & (Hanari Island) Exploration ☆ Exciting 1-Day Tour 《Free Transportation Included》 (No. 349)開始時間10:30-16:00所要時間Approximately 5.5 hours13,400 yen

Bookings Currently Closed: [Kerama Islands / Tokashiki Island] Limited-time offer from October to June! Sea Kayaking & Uninhabited Island (Un Island) Exploration ☆ Full-Day Tour to Lighthouse Island 《Free Shuttle Included》 (No. 348)開始時間10:30-16:00所要時間Approximately 5.5 hours13,400 yen

Tokashiki Island / Naha / Day Trip] Impressed by the world's best transparency☆Leisurely go swimming at "Tokashiki Beach" where sea turtles live (No.380)開始時間8:40 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours9,980 yen

Two Popular Beaches on Tokashiki Island

Tokashiki Island hasTwo beautiful beachesYes, there is.

Let's take a look at what makes each one special!

Click here for information on popular beaches on Tokashiki Island ↓

Five recommended beaches on Tokashiki Island! Introducing popular and secluded beaches as well as access and snorkeling information!Contents1 Thorough guide to the beaches of Watakashiki Island! Introducing popular beaches as well as some of the more obscure spots2 5 Recommended Beaches on Watakashiki Island2.1 ①Awaren Beach2.2 ②Hijuishi Beach2.3 ③Tokashiki Beach2.4 ④Ura no Hama2.5 ⑤Nakagami Beach3 [...]

Awaren Beach

Awaren Beach is known as the main beach on Tokashiki Island.

A pristine white sandy beach approximately 800 meters longIt goes on and on, and the sense of openness is amazing! ♪

sea turtleIt's also a popular spot for snorkeling, where you can often see marine life.

Details of Awaren Beach

◆Address: Aza-Awaren, Tokashiki Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 20 minutes by car or bus from Tokashiki Port
◆Parking: Yes (free of charge)
◆Swimming season: Swimming is permitted year-round
(There is a watchman from the opening of the sea in April to the end of October.)

Awaren Beach   About Awaren Beach Awaren Beach is located on Tokashiki Island, a remote island accessible from the main island of Okinawa Prefecture. It is a beautiful beach with a pure white sandy beach 800 meters long, and is recommended for a day trip because of its easy accessibility by bus from Tokashiki Port. [...].

Held on Tokashiki Island!
Click here for our popular sea turtle tours↓

Kerama/Tokashiki Island/2 hours] Experience the Kerama blue that the world is in love with♪ Boat snorkeling tour with free shuttle service☆Recommended for family trips☆(No.334)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,050 yen

1 Day Diving & Snorkeling Tour for Sea Turtle Observation with Guaranteed Underwater Photo & Movie Free / Naha City Pick-up & Drop-off OK for 1 person!開始時間7:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 8 hours16,800 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Tokashiku Beach

Compared to Awa Beach, Tokashiku Beach is,A cozy, quiet atmosphereis attractive.

I highly recommend this for anyone who wants to experience the feel of a private beach.

Since Awa-ren Beach is within walking or driving distance, it’s a great idea to visit both.

Tokashiku Beach Details

Address: 1919 Watakashiki, Watakashiki Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 10 minutes by car or bus from Tokashiki Port
◆Parking: Yes (free of charge)
◆Swimming season: Swimming is permitted year-round
(There is a watchman from the opening of the sea in April to the end of October.)

Tokashiku Beach | Tourist Attractions in the Kerama Islands   What is Tokashiku Beach? Tokashiku Beach is located on Tokashiki Island, a remote island that can be reached as a day trip from Tomari Port on the main island of Okinawa, and is famous for its shallow beach where sea turtles live and where it is easy to see them in the western central part of the island. ⬇︎ about Tokashiki Island [...].

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Tokashiki Island / Naha / Day Trip] Impressed by the world's best transparency☆Leisurely go swimming at "Tokashiki Beach" where sea turtles live (No.380)開始時間8:40 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours9,980 yen

Popular Water Activities on Tokashiki Island

On Tokashiki Island,A wide variety of marine activitiescan be enjoyed.

Please choose the one that best suits your needs.

About Marine Activities on Tokashiki Island ↓

What Are the Popular Activities and Water Sports on Tokashiki Island? We’ll Also Show You How to Get There and Introduce Popular Tours!Contents1 What is Watakashiki Island like2 How to get to Watakashiki Island3 Popular Activities on Watakashiki Island3.1 ①Snorkeling3.2 ②Diving3.3 ③Kayaking4 Five Popular Tours on Watakashiki Island4.1 ①Other tours for elementary [...]

Tokashiki Island Snorkeling Tour

Snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters is a must-do activity when visiting Tokashiki Island.

Sea turtles andColorful tropical fishYou'll often come across them, too.

With a guided tour led by an instructor, even beginners can enjoy themselves with peace of mind.

Held on Tokashiki Island!
Click here for popular snorkeling tours↓

3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling 《Comes with free photo data & lunch》（No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

Sea kayak, explore uninhabited Hanari Island, and snorkel! Sea kayak, exploring uninhabited island (Hanari Island) & snorkeling☆4 years old and up OK 《Free pick up and drop off》（No.347）.開始時間1:00-4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours7,800 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Snorkeling Tours on Tokashiki Island
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Tokashiki Island Diving Tour

Tokashiki Island isAn island where you can enjoy diving all year roundIt's also popular.

Kerama BlueDiving in the beautiful waters known as [Name] is sure to be a moving experience.

They also offer introductory diving experiences for beginners, so why not give it a try?

Kerama Islands (Tokashiki Island, Zamami Island, Aka Island)
Click here for popular diving tours↓

The tour includes 1 dive and 2 dive in Kerama (Chibishi), and you can also snorkel during your free time! > (No.304)開始時間7:40-12:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours13,000 yen →directional marker or indicator12,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Kerama/3 hours] Full-scale skin diving without any equipment☆Take a boat to the point with excellent transparency! Free drone & underwater photo (No.445)開始時間: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours10,000 yen

[Departing from Naha / Kerama Chibishi / 3 hours] Includes drone aerial photography☆ Enjoy the Kerama Blue on this boat-based introductory diving experience! Choose from 9 activity options 《Free rental・Solo travelers welcome》 (No. 446)開始時間: 8:30 / 12:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours 8,000 yen

Kerama Islands Diving Tour
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Swimming in the ocean and relaxing on the beach

In addition to the activities, we also recommend just relaxing on the beach.

By using the beach houses and BBQ facilities,island timeLet's take our time and enjoy it to the fullest.

It's the perfect way to spend time creating memories with friends and family.

Held on Tokashiki Island! Check out our recommended beach tours here↓

Watakashiki Island/Day trip from Naha]Participation from 0 years old OK☆Leisurely go swimming at "Awaren Beach" with beautiful white sandy beach and coral reefs (No.381)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours9,000 yen

Tokashiki Island / Naha / Day Trip] Impressed by the world's best transparency☆Leisurely go swimming at "Tokashiki Beach" where sea turtles live (No.380)開始時間8:40 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours9,980 yen

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About the Start of the Swimming Season on Tokashiki Island

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The official start of the swimming season on Tokashiki Island is held every year at Awa Beach, andCommunity-wide eventPopular as.

It’s easily accessible by ferry and offers beautiful beaches and a wide variety of water activities.

Please doWhen the Beach Season OpensWhy not plan a trip to Tokashiki Island to coincide with this event? ♪

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