The Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resort in Okinawa Offers One of the Best Beaches in Asia

Miyakojima, a less than 80-sq-mile-wide island paradise in Okinawa Prefecture -- Japan’s southernmost prefecture -- with a population of less than 55,000, was selected as Number 21, among Tripadvisor’s 25 “World Emerging Destinations 2021.” This is part of the “Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards” that also honored Miyakojima’s Yonaha Maehama Beach as Number 6 among the Top 25 Best Beaches in Asia. Most notably, the beach was recognized for being the "Best White Sandy Beach in East Asia." The exceptionally beautiful beaches and the clear ocean water, considered a “diver's paradise,” are key aspects of the island destination that are attracting vacationers from across the globe. Other highlights include Miyakojima City’s Tropical Plant Garden with over 1,500 species of exotic tropical plants and the locally distilled Awamori (rice liquor) and specialty Miyako soba noodles.

Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resort

Since its opening in 1984, Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resort has been providing 4-star resort stays, adjacent to Maehama beach, for visitors from around the world. It is always rated No. 1 in the Miyakojima hotel ranking on Tripadvisor. Each of the 247 spacious, air-conditioned guestrooms, with modern Japanese interior design, sport a private balcony with ocean views. There are two buildings, a six-story Ocean Wing with 150 rooms and nine-story Coral Wing with 97 rooms. Beachgoers can enjoy snorkeling and windsurfing, and a mere 20-minute stroll to Kurima Bridge. The hotel is just a 20-minute drive to Ryugujo Observatory and a 45 minute drive to the Miyakojima Marine Park – an indoor underwater surround experience of real ocean life. The property participates in Tokyu’s Green Coin sustainability program helping to reforest environmentally vulnerable areas of Japan. The Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resorts welcomes guests with heart-warming omotenashi “hospitality,” rooted in the local culture.

Luxurious Moments without Leaving the Hotel Property

◆ Spa Indulgence

The hotel’s Island Spa Eurelia offers twin and single treatment rooms and a relaxation room. Authentic Okinawan therapies include a Ryukyu herb aromatic massage, a Miyako energy rebalance with crystals and local aromatic oils, a Hawaiian-style deep Lomi Lomi massage but with local aromatic oils, and more. Indigenous treatment ingredients feature: Pink Porcelain Lily, Yuki Shio (fine snow-like powder salt), medicinal “Bidens Pilosa,”and Kutuya (an Okinawan clay deposited at the seabed).

◆ Five Dining Options

Guests choose from five dining options and a lounge bar. Live sanshin – Okinawan traditional three-stringed instrument – performances are held at scheduled times at two of the on-site restaurants.

• NiraiKanai:

Resort-style buffet incorporating local products and ingredients.

• MAIPAMA:

Table BBQ restaurant with pleasing sunset vistas and sea breezes.

• YAEBISHI:

Traditional Japanese and Okinawan Cuisine & Chinese specialties.

• SUSHI YAEBISHI:

Sushi counter serving freshly caught seafood.

• TEPPANYAKI YAEBISHI:

Guests sit at an open, flat grill; the chef cooks savory dishes in front.

• BAR MOON SHELL:

Exotic cocktails served at an indoor lounge or outdoor terrace.

◆ Shopping and Activities

Take advantage of the tour desk, marine sports rental shop, two souvenir shops, and a convenience store. Swim, relax, and play in the outdoor adult and kiddie pools, tennis courts, and minigolf course. Rent a bicycle and explore the property and even further afield on the island.

Access to the Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resort from Miyako & Shimojishima Airports

  • Direct flights to Miyako Airport (from Tokyo Haneda) or Shimojishima Airport (from Tokyo Narita).
  • Hotel shuttle bus available from Miyako Airport (reservation required) - 10 min drive
  • Fixed-route bus from Shimojishima Airport - 60 min drive

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