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What are the tourist spots on Tinian Island? The “Tinian Blue” sea is a must-see!
What are the tourist spots on Tinian Island? The “Tinian Blue” sea is a must-see!

What are the tourist spots on Tinian Island? The “Tinian Blue” sea is a must-see!

Apr 10, 2025
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Tinian is the second-largest island in the Northern Mariana Islands after Saipan. Like Saipan, you can enjoy marine sports, but since it is not overly developed as a tourist destination, there are fewer people and you can relax at your own pace. Here, we introduce some recommended tourist spots in Tinian that you should definitely visit.

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What are the tourist spots on Tinian Island? The “Tinian Blue” sea is a must-see!

1. Taga Beach

Taga Beach is the most popular tourist spot on Tinian. This spot is said to have been the private beach of the ancient Taga dynasty, and it features a beautiful beach with a crystal-clear sea known as "Tinian Blue." It became popular with tourists after being used as a filming location for commercials.

Although it is not very large, it is an inlet surrounded by rocky areas, giving it a strong sense of privacy. In fact, when the tide is high, the sandy beach disappears into the sea. The scenery at sunset is particularly exceptional and very popular among tourists. On weekends, local children come and you can watch them jump into the sea from the rocks.

Name: Taga Beach
Address: Tinian, MP
Official/Related Website URL: http://japan.mymarianas.com/beach-guide/tinian/taga-beach.html

2. Tachonga Beach

While Taga Beach is a very private beach, Tachonga Beach is a fun beach for families. There are plenty of marine sports available, and snorkeling is also an enjoyable activity. In contrast to Taga Beach, which has many rocky areas, Tachonga Beach features a continuous stretch of white sand, making it safe for small children to play.

At Tachonga Beach, you can enjoy various activities such as banana boat rides, jet skiing, sea turtle tours, fishing, and snorkeling. There are also free restrooms and showers available, which is convenient. Nearby, there are hotels where you can take a break.

Name: Tachonga Beach
Address: Tinian, MP
Official/Related Website URL: http://japan.mymarianas.com/beach-guide/tinian/tschonga-beach.html

3. Chulu Beach

Famous for its star sand, Chulu Beach is a small beach located in the northwestern part of Tinian Island. The shallow waters allow you to walk far when the tide is low.

Although Chulu Beach offers a peaceful landscape, it is actually located in an area that was a fierce battleground during the Pacific War. It is also known as "Landing Beach" because the American forces landed there. Nearby, there is a concrete pillbox built by the former Japanese military, and it is said that battles were fought from within it against the American forces coming from the sea.

Name: Chulu Beach
Address: Tinian, MP
Official/Related Website URL: http://japan.mymarianas.com/beach-guide/tinian/chulu-beach.html

4. Dump Cove

Dump Cove is a famous diving spot in Tinian. Turtles inhabit the area, and you have a high chance of encountering them. As you move from the quiet bay toward the open sea, you can see remnants of tanks, vehicles, and airplanes dumped during the Pacific War.

Some of the wrecks have deposits of rust, and there is a risk that if you pick them up from the sea, they could catch fire. Although you can only see these by diving, it is a tourist spot worth recommending as a place where the scars of war remain.

Name: Dump Cove
Address: Tinian, MP
Official/Related Website URL: http://japan.mymarianas.com/activityguide/diving/dumpcove.html

5. Tide Blow

Tide Blow, also known as "Blow Hole" in Tinian, is a tourist spot. This is a place where a powerful water column shoots up forcefully from cracks in the rocky area. On days when the wind is strong and the waves are high, the water gushes up with great force. You can get close, so be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet.

Tide Blow is located north along the Broadway that runs north-south through the center of the island. Broadway is the main street of the island and, being a straight road, it is very convenient to get around.

Name: Tide Blow
Address: Tinian, MP
Official/Related Website URL: http://japan.mymarianas.com/activityguide/tourism/tide-blow.html

◎ Summary

Tinian is a tourist destination that is close to Saipan and is visited by many divers. The transparent sea, also known as "Tinian Blue," captivates many divers. The island offers a peaceful landscape, and despite being a fierce battleground during the Pacific War, you can still see traces of the war throughout the island. As an island where you can see both the beautiful sea and remnants of history, Tinian is a destination you should definitely consider for your next trip.

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