Yonaha-Maehama, Coastal beach in Miyakojima, Japan.
Yonaha-Maehama is a seven-kilometer beach on the western side of Miyako Island with pure white sand and vibrant blue water. The shore has shallow areas that drop off gradually, making different sections suitable for various water activities.
The beach has shifted over time as wind and storm patterns have reshaped its shoreline through natural coastal erosion. These forces continue to influence how the sand moves and settles along the shore.
Locals call the water color Miyako Blue, and it shapes how people experience and talk about this stretch of coast. The name has spread through conversations and social media, becoming part of the island's identity.
The beach has showers, restrooms, equipment rentals, and barbecue areas available from April through October. Arriving early in the morning helps you avoid crowds and find parking more easily.
At the end of April, swimmers compete here in the swimming leg of an annual Strongman triathlon event. Few visitors realize the beach transforms into a competition zone during this specific week.
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