Japan: Top 6 beach resorts in the country

What should I know about resorts in Japan?

• Sea vacations in Japan are best spent on the coast of the islands of Honshu, Kyushu, Ryukyu and Okinawa. The coasts of the islands, washed from the east by the Pacific Ocean and from the west by the Sea of Japan, provide excellent opportunities for swimming and a variety of beach vacations.
• The only problem is the climate - the rainy season lasts all summer in Japan, and the heat stays at the level of +30-40°C. However, in the coastal zone the climate is milder, which makes vacation on the beaches of Japan quite comfortable.
• Most of the beaches of Japan are oriented to a relaxing vacation, including children. They have gentle slopes and a fairly calm coastal zone. Surfers and fans of other water sports are most often entertained away from the main beaches. The sand in Japan can be anything from white to black volcanic.
• The beaches here are very clean, just like the water. Therefore, tours to Japan with sea vacations are very popular.
• The culture of the Japanese sea is also evident in its rich underwater world. Snorkeling and diving will allow you to appreciate the beauty of coral reefs and the diversity of marine life.

Kamakura

Kamakura is a relatively small by local standards, but a very important city for the Japanese. Once it was the capital of the country, and today it attracts Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world. Many ancient temple complexes have been preserved here, which anyone can visit.

The city also performs a resort function, because it is spread on the shores of Sagami Bay, which is part of the Pacific Ocean.

The resort is surrounded by forests, thanks to which a unique climate, useful for health, was formed here. There are only three beaches here, but it is quite enough for a good rest. The most famous of them is Yuigahama, from where in summer evenings you can see fireworks in the sky above the city. Inamuragasaki is where you come to enjoy the sunset, while Shichirigahama is ideal for surfing and other water sports.

Okinawa

Okinawa is a magnificent Japanese resort surrounded by marvelously beautiful nature, clean sea, inhabited by friendly and hospitable inhabitants. All this would be even more, if part of the entire territory of the island is not occupied by U.S. military bases. However, this only adds to the tourist appeal of Okinawa - F15 on the background of the residence of Japanese kings, almost a symbol of present-day Japan.

Transparent water in Okinawa can be seen up to 40-50 meters. Sunlight, penetrating to the depth, creates favorable conditions for the growth of coral reefs. Not without reason, the largest coral reef in Japan with a length of up to 20 kilometers is located off the coast of Okinawa. Every year, divers come to the island to observe the coral bushes and their inhabitants.

You can book a hotel in Japan with a discount of up to -65% on the website.

Miyazaki

Miyazaki is also popular among beach and surfing enthusiasts. This resort town is located on the southern coast of Kyushu Island on the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Miyazaki is known for its sunny beaches, palm trees and mild climate. Here you can do water sports, visit the Aoshima Temple on the island of the same name, stroll through the Heiwadai Park.

Vacation in Miyazaki includes relaxation on the beach, recovery procedures in hot springs and acquaintance with local cuisine.

Shirahama

Shirahama is a Japanese resort that attracts tourists on a picturesque beach on the Pacific coast, developed infrastructure, amazing scenery, order and cleanliness.

Shirahama Beach - white soft sand, clean water, gentle entrance and ideal for surfing waves. Windsurfing and diving enthusiasts flock here. The beach is surrounded by forest and mountains suitable for hiking and picnics. Beach vacations can be combined with visits to hot springs, attractions, amusement parks and casinos.

Ibusuki

Ibusuki is a small town on the southern coast of Kyushu Island. It is famous for its onsen hot springs. Tourists come here to visit the therapeutic baths with sea sand.

Thermal waters close to the surface warm the quartz. Therefore, the sand here is so warm that in cool weather, steam rises from it. The main attraction at Ibusuki is fishing. There are also tennis courts, golf and soccer fields. There are beautiful restaurants serving Japanese, Chinese and European cuisine.

Kerama

The Kerama group of islands is the perfect vacation destination, especially for those who love anything to do with tropical seas. Here you can lounge on the beach, swim, snorkeling or diving, whale watching or hiking. The color of the ocean here is so unique that there is even a shade named after it - Kerama blue. Most of the islands are deserted. The most populated are Tokashiki, Zamami, and Aka.

The Kerama Islands have many beautiful hiking trails through forested hills. However, it is the beaches that make the island so popular.