[2025 Chatan Attraction] Travel Guide for Araha Beach (Updated Jul)

I drove to Chatan Town, Okinawa and stayed there for a week. I fell in love with a coast that was not as bustling as tourist attractions but was breathtakingly beautiful. That was Araha Beach. Unlike the bustling American Village next door, this place has a more low-key calmness and the flavor of local life. Along the coast is a row of quiet high-end residential areas. The white buildings are hidden in the shadows of coconut trees and the evening light, exuding an elegant atmosphere that is almost like a resort in southern France. At dusk, it seems like entering another time zone. The sun slowly sets, and its golden afterglow shines on the clear, glass-like sea surface, which flickers with a faint pink and orange light along with the microwaves. From the shore came the laughter of children playing, local residents jogging, couples walking their dogs, and even travelers and residents leisurely doing SUP (Stand Up Paddling) or canoeing. The scene was so leisurely that it looked like a slow-motion movie. What makes Araha Beach special is its "sense of life" and "tranquil texture". There are no dense shops and crowds, but instead a leisurely pace and the freedom of salt and sunshine in the air. You can easily do water activities here, sit quietly on a beach bench and watch the sea, or take pictures at any moment that look like a magazine cover. This beach is not high-profile, but its beauty is extremely real and close to the soul. If American Village is the party heart of Okinawa, then Araha Beach is its gentlest soul at dusk. Traffic Information】 • Location: 2-1, Chatan 2-chome, Chatan-cho, Nakagashi-gun, Okinawa Prefecture • Beach name (Japanese): アラハビーチ • Nearest station: Okinawa does not have a tram system, so it is recommended to take a bus or drive How to get there from Naha: 1. By bus: From Naha Bus Terminal, take bus No. 28, 29, or 120 (towards Nago or Yomitan), get off at Chatan or Kuwae, and walk for about 10 minutes. 2. Driving: It takes about 40 minutes to drive from downtown Naha. There is a parking lot (free or paid depending on the season). Tips: • Although taking the bus is convenient, there are few buses, so it is recommended to check the timetable in advance. • There are public toilets, flushing facilities and convenience stores next to the beach, which is suitable for a long stay. #Araha #Travel Around the World in 80 Countries #Travel Around Japan #Island Life #Okinawa Ryukyu #American Village #Chatani

It was summer in Okinawa in May. Lots of beachgoers, banana boats, beach BBQs... Summer in Okinawa is the best 🌴📍Location: Araha Beach 🏖️

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Located in Chatan Town, near Araha Beach on the way from the airport to American Village [Taco Specialty Shop Mexico Chatan Store] A famous taco shop in Ginowan City opened its second store in Chatan Town in July 2024. It is not yet well known, so we recommend it! At the main store, customers are often lined up before the opening, but even when we arrived at the Chatan store before lunchtime, there were only a few customers. Compared to the main store, the store is spacious. The interior is designed so that you can sit down and eat slowly even if you don't take out. The taste of the tacos is just as delicious as the main store! The chewy skin and exquisite taco meat. You can enjoy delicious tacos at the Chatan store with peace of mind. There is also ample parking. And it is open until 8 p.m. A famous Okinawa taco shop! Please be sure to visit the Chatan store as well. [Taco Specialty Shop Mexico Chatan] Address: 1-12-10 Chatan, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Business hours: 11:00-20:00 Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays Parking: Available #Domestic travel journal #Domestic travel #Okinawa #Okinawa trip #Okinawa gourmet #Okinawa sightseeing #Okinawa tacos

🏬Name: Araha Beach I took out lunch and ate it in front of this beach. The weather wasn't perfectly clear, so it was a bit cloudy, but I was amazed by how transparent the sea was, even down to the sand. I also found star-shaped objects in the sand. I feel so happy and hope for good things to come. It's best to visit Araha Beach when it's sunny. I highly recommend everyone to visit! 📍Address: 2-16-2 Chatan, Chatan Town, Nakagami District, Okinawa 904-0116

Araha Beach in Chatan is a well-equipped beach that you can easily visit⛱️✨ -Free parking -Toilet -Shower (100 yen for 3 minutes) -Changing room -Shop -Parking umbrellas available for rent (fee required) There are also places where you can have a BBQ, and there are many playground equipment for children in the park along the beach😊‼ ️ There are also lifeguards, so you can enjoy swimming in the sea with peace of mind🙌💓 It is a beach on the west side, so it is also popular for its beautiful sunset🌞 It is also close to Chatan's American Village, so it is very accessible🌴 It is the most recommended beach in Chatan⛱️ Please go and visit🙌💓 #Travel with me #Domestic travel #Okinawa #Okinawa trip #Okinawa sightseeing #Chatan #Beach #Beach resort #Recommended spot #okinawa #okinawajapan #okinawatrip