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Japan · Kagoshima

Best beaches in Amami

9 ranked beaches in Amami, Kagoshima

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Amami

  1. 1

    Asani Beach

    Low-key beach close to city center

    7.0
  2. 2

    Ayamaru Beach

    Calm lagoon-style beach ideal for swimming

    7.0
  3. 3

    Kuninao Beach

    Underrated beach with peaceful setting

    7.0
  4. 4

    Kurasaki Beach

    Reef-rich waters perfect for snorkeling

    7.0
  5. 5

    Naze Bay Beach

    Small urban shoreline often overlooked by visitors

    7.0
  6. 6

    Ohama Seaside Park Beach

    Popular sunset beach with easy access and facilities

    7.0
  7. 7

    Sakibaru Beach

    Quiet pristine beach with excellent clarity and reef life

    7.0
  8. 8

    Tomori Beach

    Iconic Amami beach with crystal-clear turquoise water

    7.0
  9. 9

    Yamato Beach

    Scenic coastline with fewer tourists

    7.0

What makes Amami's beaches stand out?

Amami sits in Kagoshima, Japan and is home to 9 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Amami or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.