Yonama Kahihin Koen (Yonama Beach Park)

Overview

Located about 10 minutes by car from Tokunoshima Airport, Yonama Kahihin Koen (Yonama Beach Park) is a beautiful beach on a southern island, featuring stunning blue waters and pristine white sands. Beyond marine sports and swimming, it offers a pool, bungalows, and an auto-camping site, ensuring a full day of family fun. The pool is open during the summer (July 20th to August 31st), providing a safe and enjoyable space for young children. Each year in late June, it hosts the swimming leg of a triathlon, offering a thrilling spectacle of athletes starting the race. The sight of numerous athletes plunging into the ocean simultaneously is truly awe-inspiring. The beach officially opens on April 29th every year, making it a great time to visit and cheer on the participants. Even outside the swimming season, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the park, spread a picnic blanket and enjoy lunch by the sea, or simply relax and gaze at the ocean's beauty. The view from the benches overlooking the sea is magnificent; the expanse of cerulean water might even make you wonder if you've stumbled upon paradise! Yonama Beach is also renowned for its beautiful sunsets. On clear evenings, you can witness the sun sinking below the horizon. Watching the sky and sea turn a vibrant orange as the sun sets is another truly unforgettable experience. Yonama Beach offers something for everyone. If you're visiting Tokunoshima, be sure to check it out!