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Mizushima Island

Mizushima is a small uninhabited island located at the tip of the Tsuruga Peninsula.Known for its crystal-clear waters and white sand, it is often called the "Hawaii of the Hokuriku region."During the swimming season, it attracts many fam…

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Mizushima Island

Wakasa Wada Beach

2026 Beach Season: Saturday, July 11 – Sunday, August 30 This popular beach was the first in Asia to receive the international environmental certification "BLUE FLAG." It is characterized by exceptional water clarity, shallow w…

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Wakasa Wada Beach

Mikuni Sunset Beach

This beach, located in the northwestern part of Mikuni Port, is popular with families with children because the water is shallow. During the season, it also becomes a marine resort destination for those who enjoy yachting, surfing, and windsurfing.…

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Mikuni Sunset Beach

Kehi no Matsubara Swimming Beach

Kehi no Matsubara, one of the three largest pine groves in Japan, and the approximately 1 km-long sandy beach are colored in vivid contrasts of green and white. With facilities such as marine playground equipment for children, this beach is recomme…

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Kehi no Matsubara Swimming Beach

Suishohama Beach

This beach attracts swimmers from both within and outside the prefecture. It is known for its fine, sparkling white sand. It is also a popular spot for people who come early in the morning to enjoy water sports such as windsurfing.The operating per…

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Suishohama Beach

Shiroyama Park, Meikyodo Cave (Shiroyama Swimming Beach)

Shiroyama Park, the site of Takahama Castle built by Masanori Itsumi in the Warring States Period, has the famous Meikyodo Cave (a scenic spot in Takahama Town) and a large lawn area, and there is a walking trail in the park. Walking along the prom…

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Shiroyama Park, Meikyodo Cave (Shiroyama Swimming Beach)

Torii Beach Shirahama Beach

2025 Beach Season July 11 (Sat) – August 30 (Sun)Both Shirahama Beach and Torii Beach are beautiful beaches with stunning blue waters. They offer just the right amount of sandy beach for families with children, with pine groves stretching out…

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Torii Beach Shirahama Beach

Maruyama Beach

This shallow-water beach is popular with anglers, and nearby is the Maruyama Kaiyu Park.

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Maruyama Beach

Takasu Swimming Beach

One of the Sea of Japan's most pristine beaches, renowned for its crystal-clear waters. Nearby, numerous guesthouses and inns line the shore, and in summer, beachside cafes and colorful umbrellas appear. Enjoy marine sports, camping, fishing, a…

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Takasu Swimming Beach

Nukase Beach (Minami-Echizen Town)

Located in the Nagashima district lined with inns and guesthouses, this beach is also convenient for lodging.

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Nukase Beach (Minami-Echizen Town)

Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach, located within Obama Bay, is a popular artificial white sand beach renowned for its exceptional location just minutes from the city center.

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Mermaid Beach

Koshino Beach

The only sandy beach on the Echizen Coast. Located in the middle of the calm coastline, it is popular with beachgoers during the summer. Many young people enjoy marine sports such as windsurfing, as they come to enjoy the spectacular panoramic view…

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Koshino Beach

Kugushi Swimming Beach

The oldest beach in Mihama, it also serves as the starting point for various leisure activities. Accommodations range from hotels to inns and guesthouses. It's a popular beach for families.It will not be open in 2024.For closure information, pl…

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Kugushi Swimming Beach

Hayase Beach【Opening in 2024】

This beach retains the quiet charm of a traditional fishing village while offering a full range of facilities including hotels and inns. Visitors can also enjoy rock fishing along the rocky shores.For the 2024 season, the beach will be open from Mo…

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Hayase Beach【Opening in 2024】

Dia Beach [2024 TBD]

The beach bustles with swimmers, thanks to well-equipped facilities including parking lots and showers.Opening in 2024 is undecided.For information on closures, please check the "List of Mihama Beaches".https://wakasa-mihama.jp/beach/

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Dia Beach [2024 TBD]

Nambae Beach (Closed for the 2026 summer season)

【July 2019~】Closed for construction due to road improvements.The beach will remain closed for the 2026 season.This beach is popular with surfers and is the only beach in Takahama Town where vehicles can drive right up to the sand, offering an ou…

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Nambae Beach (Closed for the 2026 summer season)

【Opening in 2024】Michiguchi Beach (Echizen Town)

There is a concrete beach with terraced steps, forming a pool-like area. Nearby are the day-trip hot spring facility "Michi-no-Yu" and public restrooms.【Beach】Concrete BeachThe beach will open for swimming in 2024.Operating Period: Wedn…

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【Opening in 2024】Michiguchi Beach (Echizen Town)

【Opening in 2024】Tamagawa Beach (Echizen Town)

A seaside bathing spot located in the area lined with hot spring inns of Tamagawa Onsen. Though a small beach, it's perfectly adequate for enjoying a swim. Nearby, enshrined within a rock cave at Echizen Misaki, stands the Eleven-Faced Kannon s…

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【Opening in 2024】Tamagawa Beach (Echizen Town)

Takenami Beach【Opening in 2024】

This beach exudes a relaxed, homey atmosphere. Renowned for its scenic beauty—from the charming streets of Takenami to sunsets painting the coastline—it attracts many visitors who stay at local inns.The 2024 operating period is from Fri…

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Takenami Beach【Opening in 2024】

Nagai Beach

This beautiful white-sand beach faces the nature-rich Kohama Bay. Free use of restrooms, showers, and changing rooms is available, along with ample parking. Located along National Route 27 near the Kohama Nishi Interchange, it boasts excellent tran…

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Nagai Beach
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