Yurigahama Beach

Yurigahama Beach is a sandbar located about 1.5 kilometers off the coast of Oganeku Beach on Yoron Island. It appears only during low tide from spring to autumn, depending on the tides, making it a "phantom beach." Its appearance varies in time, location, and size, and once the tide rises, it vanishes back into the sea.

When you land on Yurigahama Beach, you're greeted by the stunning sight of a white sandy beach floating in the emerald green sea under a bright blue sky. The ripples in the sand, created by the ocean's currents, add to its beauty, earning it the title of "paradise on earth." Visitors can spend about 1 to 2 hours on average, enjoying the scenery, relaxing, or searching for "star sand," which is said to grant wishes if you collect the same number as your age.

To reach Yurigahama, most visitors take a glass-bottom boat operated by local marine shops from Oganeku Beach. The ride costs around 3,300 yen, and the trip to the sandbar takes about 10 minutes, offering views of tropical fish and sea turtles swimming below. You can also opt for plans that include marine activities like snorkeling or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).