A Complete Guide to Enjoying the Ocean in Ginowan | Introducing Tropical Beaches, Seaside Parks, and Activities
This time Okinawa ・ Naha close to " Ginowan Tips for enjoying the ocean at " Introducing!
Tropical beaches, seaside parks, and marinas We have picked out some recommended bayside spots, such as:
Access, event information, and recommended activities We also introduce the best hotels in the area, so please use this as a reference when choosing a hotel or planning your sightseeing schedule!
table of contents
- 1 What is the sea like in Ginowan?
- 2 How to get from Naha Airport to the Ginowan area
- 3 3 Recommended Tourist Spots Around the Ginowan Sea
- 4 Introducing recommended activities to enjoy the Ginowan sea
- 5 Top 10 Popular Activities in Ginowan
- 6 The sea off Ginowan is the perfect spot for playing, eating, and seeing.
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
What is the sea like in Ginowan?
Okinawa main island
Located on the central and west coast
Ginowan City
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There are various spots to visit, including the popular Ginowan Tropical Beach, which will be discussed later, a seaside park, and the largest marina in the prefecture!
The beautiful scenery created by the white sand beach and blue sea is needless to say.
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Of course, you can enjoy swimming and walking while looking at the sea,
Another great thing about this place is that there are different events depending on the season you visit.
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It's easily accessible from Naha Airport in about 20 to 30 minutes by car, You can easily stop by on your way to Okinawa sightseeing, with the Naha area as your base. Yo.
Seasonal events (live music, fireworks, beach festivals)
Ginowan So, Various events are held every season It has been done.
In spring, approximately 10,000 fireworks light up the sea at night.
Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival
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Tropical beach opening
event.
In the summer, Okinawa-style
Youth Eisa Festival
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Hagoromo Festival
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In autumn, local specialties are available at "
Ginowan City Industrial Festival
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In the winter, professional baseball
Various events accompanying the spring training camps of popular baseball teams
etc.
Even within the same area, events vary in direction.
Why not plan your sightseeing schedule around the timing of the events you would like to attend?
You can also enjoy a beautiful sunset.
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Ginowan Tropical Beach
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A popular sunset spot among locals
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After enjoying a swim or a walk along the shore, you can relax and watch the beautiful sunset over the East China Sea.
There is a BBQ corner in the park. BBQ plan with ingredients included Also available, Enjoy the sunset and outdoor gourmet food at the Ginowan Sea. is.
How to get from Naha Airport to the Ginowan area
How to get from Naha Airport to the Ginowan area (Okinawa Convention Center) We will introduce the following.
bus
If you are taking a bus from Naha Airport to the Okinawa Convention Center in Ginowan,
Route buses are recommended
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The one-way fare is 660 yen
The journey takes about 50 minutes!
The limousine bus journey takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
The one-way fare is 750 yen
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The limousine bus does not stop at the Okinawa Convention Center.
Get off at "Laguna Garden Hotel" and walk
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taxi
The travel time from Naha Airport to Ginowan by taxi is:
Approximately 30 minutes
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The estimated cost is around 4,000 yen.
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Since it costs more than the bus, please consider your budget and schedule for the day when making your decision!
3 Recommended Tourist Spots Around the Ginowan Sea
In the following
Recommended sightseeing spots around the Ginowan Sea
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We've focused on some classic spots that you should definitely visit if you're not sure where to go!
1. Tropical Beach
A popular spot in Ginowan affectionately known as "Tropy"
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You can enjoy swimming and BBQs in a tropical landscape with white sand beaches and beautiful blue seas.
During the swimming season, which usually runs from April to October, you can rent parasols, swim rings, and other swim gear. .
Banana boat ・ Sea kayaking ・ SUP You can also participate in marine activities such as:
Address: 4-2-1 Mashiki, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture
2. Ginowan Seaside Park
It is a seaside park adjacent to a tropical beach!
Within the vast grounds of the garden,
Extensive sports facilities including gymnasiums, tennis courts, and grounds
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Baseball field in the park It's a union stadium "teeth, Famous as the venue for the Yokohama BayStars' spring training camp and exhibition games is!
There is also a plaza with a variety of play equipment, so it is a great place to bring children. Okinawa It's also a great place to stop by while sightseeing.
Address: 4-2-1 Mashiki, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture
3. Ginowan Port Marina
It is the largest marina in the prefecture!
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Parasailing
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Flying Board
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Whale watching
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A meeting point for various activity tours
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With a huge number of yachts and boats moored, it has a very resort-like feel!
Before or after the activity tour, you can take a stroll around the area.
Why not enjoy the atmosphere and scenery of the huge marina?
Address: 4-4-1 Mashiki, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture
Introducing recommended activities to enjoy the Ginowan sea
Ginowan Sea So, An activity tour where you can enjoy the beautiful sea is being carried out!
Classic Banana boat or Jet ski is perfect for families with children or groups of friends to have fun together.
For those who don't want to get wet and want to participate with small children, Boat fishing experience You can also spend some relaxing time there!
If you want more thrills, Wakeboarding or Flyboard We also recommend activities such as gliding and flying on the water.
If you're comfortable with heights, you can enjoy thrills, spectacular views, and even photogenic photos. Parasailing experience Please check it out too!
・Skywalker's exclusive trademarked sound parasailing ♪ Music reverberates through the air, creating a refreshing feeling! It also helps to ease the tension of children and those who are afraid of heights. ・All you have to do is board a boat specially designed for parasailing, put on a life jacket and harness, and take off from the boat! Even if you can't swim or don't have much stamina, you can still enjoy the sky and sea of Okinawa! Rise steadily
It's not summer unless you have some serious fun! "Honki de Asobe" - A full-power adrenaline experience in the ocean off Ginowan, Okinawa! Warning: It's too dangerous ⚠ Marine activities that are sure to make you laugh and scream are back again this year! "Just swimming isn't enough!" "Since I've come all the way to Okinawa, I want to go all out and party!" This is Marine Shop Owl's popular plan for you. On the day
Recommended for groups such as school trips and company trips! This is a recommended set plan that lets you experience Okinawa from both the sky and the sea. ★We are now accepting everyone's challenges★ [Flyboard] Unlike other shops, you will experience it on a dedicated boat! Bring your camera and take photos right from inside the boat! Because it is a dedicated boat, everyone on board can feel a sense of unity.
This hands-free fishing boat tour is perfect for small children and beginners! Why not try catching colorful fish in Okinawa's beautiful ocean? The captain will carefully teach you everything from how to attach bait to how to use the equipment, so even beginners, children, and women can enjoy this tour with peace of mind! Choose your preferred time from the three daily departures (^^) ■ Fish cooking
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Have fun in Okinawa's summer! Marine Shop Owl's super popular plan! ① Main activity (1 type) + ② Sub-activity (1 type) A luxurious two-part marine activity that will thrill your whole body! ★ Choose from 2 popular activities ★ Our most popular! A highly satisfying plan that is also popular with groups. The first is the main activity.
Top 10 Popular Activities in Ginowan
- 4.9
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This hands-free fishing boat tour is perfect for small children and beginners! Why not try catching colorful fish in Okinawa's beautiful ocean? The captain will carefully teach you everything from how to attach bait to how to use the equipment, so even beginners, children, and women can enjoy this tour with peace of mind! Choose your preferred time from the three daily departures (^^) ■ Fish cooking
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
[Schedule for the day] (Approx. 2 hours) Meet at Ginowan Marina and we'll guide you to the boat. ↓ Depart Tour explanation ↓ Move to the spot If you're worried about seasickness, please take some medicine beforehand. ↓ Start fishing The experience begins! Enjoy the fight. ↓ Return to port ◯ In between sightseeing! Boat fishing tour departing from Ginowan in the central part of Okinawa ┗ You can join in the spare time of your trip.
- 5.0
- (248 reviews and experiences)
・Skywalker's exclusive trademarked sound parasailing ♪ Music reverberates through the air, creating a refreshing feeling! It also helps to ease the tension of children and those who are afraid of heights. ・All you have to do is board a boat specially designed for parasailing, put on a life jacket and harness, and take off from the boat! Even if you can't swim or don't have much stamina, you can still enjoy the sky and sea of Okinawa! Rise steadily
- 4.8
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A very popular activity is now available as a special set plan! This set includes two marine activities and parasailing!!! The marine activities will be chosen by our staff depending on the number of people and other factors, from the following: jet skiing, banana boating, marble boating, and biscuit boating.
- 4.4
- (33 reviews and experiences)
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- 4.9
- (18 reviews and experiences)
"Honki de Asobe" — An adrenaline-fueled, mind-blowing experience in the ocean off Ginowan, Okinawa! Be careful not to laugh or scream too much! This crazy marine activity will have you laughing and screaming non-stop! Enjoy marine sports with ease with this [2-piece set]. You can choose two rides of your choice on the day, so you can have fun however you like! Everyone from beginners to repeaters!
- 4.5
- (3 reviews and experiences)
Schedule for the day (approximately 2 hours) Meet (Ginowan Marina) Staff will guide you to the boat ↓ Transfer to the point The point is close and about 10 minutes (If you are worried about seasickness, please take medicine beforehand) ↓ Fishing lecture Start fishing (bait fishing experience starts) Enjoy the fight ↓ Return to port ◎ Tour attractions ┗ Excellent access from Naha, Chatan, and Onna Village ┗ Easy to participate before or after sightseeing
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◇Snorkeling & Boat Fishing - Ginowan Boat Boarding◇ *Separate boarding fee of 4,000 yen/person ◆Boat Snorkeling◆If this is your first time snorkeling, you might be a little scared to start off in a place with waves!! This is a snorkeling course that starts with a boat entry, and is recommended for those who have such an impression.
- 5.0
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★Let's share the excitement of a hot winter★ In winter, humpback whales come to the main island of Okinawa to raise their young! They are some of the largest creatures on Earth, reaching up to 13 meters when fully grown! This is an "exciting experience tour" where you can observe these humpback whales from the boat or from the surface of the water. It is a tour that puts you in contact with nature. The whales are exposed to snow in an environment that is as stressful as possible.
The sea off Ginowan is the perfect spot for playing, eating, and seeing.
This time Tips for enjoying the Ginowan sea We introduced it!
Ginowan teeth Naha You can easily access it from A spot where you can enjoy playing in the sea, gourmet food, and sightseeing There are so many to choose from.
Please refer to this special feature and Okinawa During your trip, enjoy the tropical sea and fun in Ginowan!
*The content of this article is current as of January 2026.
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