One of Okinawa Prefecture’s largest pools opens on that same day! In addition, an “Sabaní Sailing Experience” event will be held, allowing visitors to experience Okinawan traditions firsthand.
"Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Meijo Beach," a luxury beach resort located in the southern part of Okinawa Island (Meijo, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture; General Manager: Kento Sato) will open its 1.8-kilometer stretch of natural white sand beach, “Meijo Beach,” and its six types of pools—among the largest in the prefecture—for swimming starting Friday, March 14, 2025. Additionally, from Friday, March 14, through Sunday, March 23, the resort will host “Beach & Pool Opening Week,” featuring a variety of events exclusive to guests. These include the “Saban Boat Sailing Experience”—a traditional cultural activity unique to Itoman City—and free marine activities, allowing guests to experience Okinawa’s history and culture alongside its beautiful ocean.
Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Meijo Beach is located in a nature-rich area within a national park. “Meijo Beach,” which stretches out right in front of the hotel, is characterized by its beautiful layers of blue and is a scenic spot beloved by locals. As the hotel celebrates its third anniversary this year, we have prepared special events to commemorate the “opening of the beach and pool” so that even more guests can enjoy their stay. We’ve put together a lineup of activities that let you enjoy Okinawa’s summer a little early, including a ride on a traditional “Hokake Sabani” boat at the shallow, beautifully blue “Meijo Beach,” a free, thrilling dragon boat ride, and a Shisa painting workshop that you can enjoy with your children.
Special "Beach Opening Week" Events to Be Held from Friday, March 14, to Sunday, March 23
On the day of the beach opening, we will hold a “Shinto ritual” to pray for safety at sea, asking that all our guests be able to enjoy the beautiful ocean safely and with peace of mind. Following that, we will host a special event to commemorate the opening of the beach and the pool.
Image of a Sabani Boat Ride Experience
① Hands-on Experience Aboard a “Hokake Sabani,” a Traditional Craft of Itoman City
In Itoman City, which has long flourished as a town of “Uminchu” (fishermen), small wooden boats called “Hukaki Sabani” have been used for fishing since the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. To commemorate the start of the swimming season, we are hosting a special event where you can board these historic “Hukaki Sabani” boats. Come aboard a “Hukaki Sabani”—propelled by the power of the wind and human effort—and experience the beauty and romance of Okinawa’s seas.
Date and Time: Saturday, March 22, 10:00–10:30 / 1:30–2:00 / 2:00–2:30
Sunday, March 23, 10:00–10:30 / 1:30–2:00 / 2:00–2:30
Location: "Meijo Beach," right in front of the hotel
Participation fee: 1,000 yen per person
Capacity: 16 people per session
For ages 3 and up
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② Free Dragon Boat Trial
A popular water activity where you glide across the water while being towed by a jet ski. Feel the breeze and the blue waters of Okinawa as you bounce off the waves and feel the thrill of the ride!
Date and Time: Saturday, March 22, 12:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. (Last admission)
Sunday, March 23, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Last admission)
Location: "Meijo Beach," right in front of the hotel
For ages 3 and up
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③ Shisa Painting Workshop
Try your hand at painting "Shisa," Okinawa’s guardian deities, in your favorite colors. You can take your creation home as a souvenir to remember your trip. It’s a fun activity for the whole family.
Date and Time: Friday, March 14, 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. / 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. / 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 15, 9:00–10:00 / 10:30–11:30 / 12:00–13:00 / 13:30–14:30 / 15:00–16:00
Sunday, March 16, 9:00–10:00 / 10:30–11:30 / 12:00–13:00 / 13:30–14:30 / 15:00–16:00
Location: Wooden Deck in Front of Marine House
Fee: 2,000 yen per person
Capacity: 5 people per session
Featuring a total of six pools—among the largest in Okinawa Prefecture—the facility will open in full as the beach season begins.
Boasting one of Okinawa’s largest pool areas at 10,000 square meters, we offer six different types of pools. All pools will open on Friday, March 14, coinciding with the official start of the swimming season. In addition to a lazy river pool with water slides and a spacious ocean-themed pool, we also have an indoor pool that can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. The pools are exclusive to hotel guests, allowing you to relax and unwind in a peaceful setting.
Located in the center of the pool area, the "Center Pool" is a VIP-only facility that stands out as one of the most elegant spots in the resort.
It is directly connected to the "Oasis" pool bar and is open from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
We offer an all-you-can-drink selection of eight different types of champagne and tropical cocktails at all times. You can also enjoy as many champagne-pairing hors d'oeuvres as you like.
In addition, we host nighttime live performances on weekends, allowing you to enjoy an elegant resort stay throughout the day.
[To Celebrate the Start of the Beach Season] Accommodation Packages Featuring Our Original Gelato Now on Sale!
To celebrate the start of the beach season, we’re currently offering a special accommodation package that includes a voucher for an original gelato (one per person). We also have unique flavors that capture the essence of Okinawa, such as Amaou strawberries, dragon fruit, and brown sugar. You can choose your favorite flavor.
Sales Period: Through Friday, June 20, 2025
Eligible Stay Period: Friday, March 14, 2025 – Friday, June 20, 2025
Hotel Overview
A luxury beach resort that opened on July 23, 2022, in Itoman City, in the southern part of Okinawa’s main island. It is conveniently located about a 20-minute drive from Naha Airport, with a 1.8-kilometer stretch of natural white-sand beach spreading out right in front of the hotel. All 443 guest rooms boast oceanfront views, allowing guests to enjoy beautiful sunsets in the evening. The resort features nine diverse restaurants and bars, as well as six types of pools—including a year-round indoor pool—offering an elegant hotel stay for the discerning traveler. For a limited time this winter through February 28, 2025, the hotel is hosting its first-ever illumination event.
Name: Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Meijo Beach
Address: 963 Meijo, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture
Number of Floors: 11-story building
Number of guest rooms: 443
Facilities: 9 types of dining and bar venues
Banquet Halls (Large Banquet Hall, Medium Banquet Hall, Small Banquet Hall, and 3 Waiting Rooms)
Swimming Pool, Indoor Pool, Gym, Spa, Shops, and More
Opening Date: July 23, 2022
Official Website:https://ryukyuhotel.kenhotels.com/
About Ken Hotel & Resort Holdings, Inc.
Ken Hotel & Resort Holdings Co., Ltd. is a group company of Ken Corporation, a pioneer in the luxury real estate industry in the Greater Tokyo Area, and operates businesses in the hotel, travel, and wedding sectors. In addition to its own brands, the company has formed franchise partnerships with world-leading international brands such as Hyatt and Hilton. Operating a multi-brand portfolio centered on company-managed properties, it currently operates 36 hotels (27 in Japan and 9 overseas) with approximately 9,300 rooms. In 2022, the company opened the “Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Meijo Beach” in Okinawa and “THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA” in Kanazawa; in 2023, it opened the “Hilton Yokohama” in Yokohama. In 2024, it will open the “Premier Hotel -CABIN PRESIDENT- Tokyo” in Harumi, Tokyo.
