I wrote ”café,” but ”coffee shop” might be the more accurate term. Rather than the katakana term “Ocean View,” the phrase “feel the ocean” using kanji and hiragana might be more appropriate.
"Hamabe no Chaya" will celebrate its 30th anniversary in December 2024. Today, ocean-view cafes can be found all over Okinawa, but the pioneer of this trend is located in Nanjo City, in the southern part of Okinawa Island.
Beach Teahouse Report
At high tide, the sea is almost directly below.
Menu
Coffee: About 660 yen
Chiffon Cake: About 600 yen
Coffee tastes best when you drink it while listening to the sound of the sea breeze.
I like this chiffon cake. Keep in mind that drinks cost around 700 yen and food items cost around 600 yen.
Okibura Reviews
If you follow the directions on your GPS, you might find yourself wondering, "Is this the right way?" but it's fine. (laughs)
There are many ocean-view cafes in Okinawa, but it’s rare to find one this close to the sea. With options including terrace seating, shaded seating, beachfront seating, and indoor seating, feel free to choose your favorite spot based on your mood that day—as long as there’s an open seat.
With the sounds of nature serving as healing music and a place where both mind and body can find solace, “Hamabe no Chaya” will surely continue to be loved by many people for years to come. Be sure to visit this historic seaside café, which has been in business for 30 years!
Store Information
| Store Name | Beach Teahouse |
| Genre | Coffee shops, cafes |
| Budget | Around 1,000 yen |
| Business Hours | Mon–Thu 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (Last order at 5:00 p.m.) Fri–Sun 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (Last order at 5:00 p.m.) |
| Closed Days | None (to be confirmed) |
| Parking Lot | Available | Free |
| Payment Methods | Cash, credit cards, and electronic money |
| Phone number | 0989482073 |
| Address | 2-1 Tamaki, Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture |
*This information is current as of the article's last update. Be sure to check in advance before you go!
