Emerald Beach (Motobu)

(Churuma Aquarium Beach) was?

The Y-shaped coral sand beach, located at the northern-most point of the park. The Emerald Beach is where visitors can see the beautiful cobalt blue waters of Okinawa. This is the only beach in Japan that is located within a lagoon and the water has been "AA" approved, providing a beautiful and clean bathing spot.

The beach was selected as one of the "55 best beaches in Japan" by the Environmental Agency in May 1998 and was again selected as one of the "88 best beaches in Japan" in May 2001 by the Ministry of the Environment.
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Coordinates:  26°41'55"N 127°52'39"E

Comments

  • The proper name is Emerald Beach.
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