25 Jul 2013

Ginowan Tropical Beach & Park

A Popular Beach & Park in the Outer Suburbs of Naha

Oleh Chris Barnes

Community writer

The beach is best enjoyed at high tide, with more water allowing more space to swim

A large, clean, sandy beach is perfect for relaxing or beach volleyball

The beach is busy on weekends, but thanks to its size caters the crowds quite well

Ginowan Tropical Beach and Park entrance

Large, undercover gathering tables make popular barbeque sites, rental barbeque equipment is also available

A nice walkway surrounds the beach and park

Kiosk and rental office is stocked with refreshments

Ginowan park has a large grass field with exercise equipment surrounding the jogging track

A small childrens playground in the surrounding park

Ginowan Tropical Beach and Park is located just 20 minutes north of Naha and is popular among local residents. The lifeguard patrolled beach is very clean and has great facilities, including showers, toilets, lockers, kiosk, rental office and large undercover gathering tables. There are also rental barbecues and accessories available for those without their own. There are water activities available at the beach, and the neighboring park is equipped with exercise facilities, a jogging track, a playground, a large grass field and ample space to relax in the gardens. To access Ginowan Tropical Beach & Park from Naha, take Route 58 north or the Okinawa Expressway to Nishihara I.C and follow the signs to the Convention Center. Alternatively, take bus numbers: 28, 32, 52, 55, 61, 88, 99, 112, 288 and disembark at the Okinawa Convention center bus stop.