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
Asani Beach
Low-key beach close to city center
7.0
2
Ayamaru Beach
Calm lagoon-style beach ideal for swimming
7.0
3
Kuninao Beach
Underrated beach with peaceful setting
7.0
4
Kurasaki Beach
Reef-rich waters perfect for snorkeling
7.0
5
Naze Bay Beach
Small urban shoreline often overlooked by visitors
7.0
6
Ohama Seaside Park Beach
Popular sunset beach with easy access and facilities
7.0
7
Sakibaru Beach
Quiet pristine beach with excellent clarity and reef life
7.0
8
Tomori Beach
Iconic Amami beach with crystal-clear turquoise water
7.0
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.