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7 recommended spots on Sesoko Island-A leisurely trip to Okinawa on an island full of charm-
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About a 15-minute drive from the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Sesoko Island is a popular island for day trips. The Hilton Okinawa Sesoko Resort opened in 2020, making it a popular area as an accommodation. This time, we will introduce seven spots, from a secret beach that is perfect for those who want to spend a leisurely trip to Okinawa, to a relaxing old folk house cafe and souvenir shop.
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Spot.1 Anci Beach is a secret spot visited by many locals.
Cross the Sesoko-ohashi Bridge and go down to the left to find a secret beach "Antihama". In the morning, the locals enjoying walking and fishing are also flirting. The emerald green sea spreads out in front of you, and the pure white and smooth sandy beach is comfortable when you walk, and it is so relaxed that you can be satisfied even if you only immerse yourself in the sea with your feet. Because the tide is fast, those who swim must have a life jacket. If the timing is right, you can see the Ieshima ferry that passes under the bridge.
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If you want to take a break, try using the shade just below the bridge. Of course, you can also rent a parasol. During the summer season, a covered barbecue facility will open, so we recommend that you make a reservation and check in advance.
Spot.2 "Sesoko Beach" offers a spectacular view of the southern country.
Sesoko Beach, located on the west side of Sesoko Island, is a natural beach with a total length of 800 meters. Because it is shallow and blue transparent, you can see colorful tropical fish up close and look like a natural aquarium! At sunset time, the collaboration between Ieshima Touche (Shiroyama) and the sunset over the beach is superb. It is a photogenic spot both during the day and in the evening, so it is crowded with many people.
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The swimming period at Sesoko Beach is from late April to early October. There are plenty of facilities such as changing rooms, toilets, and showers (paid), so anyone can easily enjoy swimming. The parking fee is 1,000 yen a day, so you can spend as much as you want until you get tired (* parking lot use is from 9:00 to 17:00, July to September 17:30).
Spot.3 “fuu cafe” is a forest cafe that heals the nature of Sesoko Island.
Speaking of the hideaway cafe on Sesoko Island, "fuu cafe" (fu cafe). An open and large garden surrounded by subtropical plants and a log house-style building are nature-rich and calm spaces. The popular menu using Okinawan ingredients, "Umibudo and Agu's bowl tailoring" is a luxurious dish that matches the sea grapes from the headquarters, which is popular with its petit texture, and black pork Agu, stewed with characteristic sauce. As the number is limited, we recommend that you go early.
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If you like coffee, you should definitely try "Sesoko Island Coffee", a home-roasted using organic beans. The owner and couple, who are qualified as coffee instructors, will carefully brew one by one. This cafe is recommended when you want to refresh the tiredness of your trip.
Spot.4 Authentic Sweets "Apple Cafe" made by French patissier
As you proceed through the settlement of Sesoko Island, you will find the "Apple Cafe" marked by the flag of Tricolor. It is a popular cafe with a wide variety of macarons and baked goods made by French patissiers carefully one by one with all the heart, and there are fans from far away. The interior of the store, which the owner himself renovated an old private house, is full of warm atmosphere. Because you can spend a relaxing time, it is recommended as a resting spot for sightseeing in Sesoko Island.
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Macaron made with Okinawan ingredients is recommended as a souvenir. Unique macarons such as island bananas, sanpin tea, awamori, and Ieshima peanuts have a feeling and can be eaten as many as you like.
Spot.5 "Orange Sunset" where you can eat while watching the sunset on Sesoko Island.
"Orange Sunset", which has authentic pasta and pizza, is a Hawaiian cafe with a tropical mood. Not only dishes, but also signboards and interiors inside the store are packed with the owner's commitment. The popular menu is the old-fashioned Napolitan with a nostalgic taste! A slightly hard boiled noodles and pasta sauce are intertwined, and the taste continues until the last bite. At dusk, sit on the window side or on the terrace seat with pets, and enjoy the orange sunset that slowly sinks.
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Don't forget dessert after dinner. The combination of freshly made warm French toast and cold ice is outstanding! The surface is crisp, the inside is fluffy, and the repeater is a must-eat sweets.
Enjoy a special relaxing time at Spot.6 “trip cafe okinawa”
"trip cafe okinawa" is located close to Anti Beach. It is a cafe where pancakes and fruit drinks are delicious. The most popular is red potato pancakes from Okinawa. The red potatoes grown by farmers in Kumejima have a lot of effort and are finished in a Mont Blanc style with vivid purple color. Best match for freshly baked fluffy pancakes! For coffee lovers, we also recommend adult tiramisu pancakes where you can enjoy both sweetness and bitterness.
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In addition to terrace seats, sofa seats and table seats in the store are fashionable and relaxing. The terrace seat is recommended during the cool season. You can enjoy a pleasant sea breeze and a sense of freedom.
Spot.7 Sesoko Beach Marine Club boasts a rich marine sports menu
Sesoko Beach Marine Club, a marine sports shop that is convenient to access from the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, is a popular marine shop where you can challenge a wide variety of marine sports. There are veteran staff, so even beginners can feel safe. In addition to the classic snorkeling and hands-on diving, you can fully enjoy the highly transparent sea world, such as a banana board that slides around Sesoko Island and a sea walker that can take a walk under the sea wearing a special helmet.
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For those who are not satisfied with the first event, we recommend a great set plan. If you set the popular menu No.1 parasale at this shop, you can experience the deep blue sea from the sky. Let's try everything you care about!
Sesoko Island, where tranquil time flows, has a well-equipped natural beach as well as tourist facilities such as marine shops, cafes, and souvenir shops. It is also recommended as a driving spot because you can easily go by car across Sesoko-ohashi Bridge from Okinawa Island.
Post: August 23, 2018
Update: December 8, 2023