The popular beaches in the Kanto region near Tokyo are expected to be crowded, and few of them have truly beautiful waters. Here, we’ll introduce beaches with beautiful waters and sandy shores that you can reach by train, bus, or taxi.
This beachhasbeen selected for both the “100 Best Beaches in Japan” and the “100 Best Swimming Beaches” lists. It’s characterized by warm, crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches, and visitors can also enjoy the majestic scenery of sea-eroded cliffs. About 150 meters offshore lies “Oshima , ” an island featuring an eye-catching red torii gate.
This beach has calm waves, making it a safe and relaxing spot for families with children. There are also many nearby tourist attractions, such as Okitsu Port and Myokaku-ji Temple—the head temple of the Nichiren sect—so we recommend stopping by these after a day at the beach.
The water here is so clear that it is rated A or higher every year in the Ministry of the Environment’s beach water quality survey, and the surrounding waters are home to coral reefs. An island that used to lie 500 meters offshore is now connected to the mainland due to land uplift caused by the Great Kanto Earthquake. It is also known as a famous spot for viewing beautiful sunsets.
This beach is said to have the “clearest water in Minamiboso,” and you can even see small fish swimming along the seabed. A beautiful white sandy beach stretches for about 300 meters. Families with young children will enjoy playing along the shoreline—catching tiny crabs, chasing small fish, and exploring the rocky shores.
Selected by the Ministry of the Environment as one of the “Top 100 Best Beaches,” this beach is characterized by its white sand mixed with seashells and gentle waves. During the beach season, lifeguards conduct daily beach cleanups. It is also known for the sea turtles that come ashore to lay their eggs in the summer.
Selected by CNN as one of the “World’s Top 100 Beaches,” this beach is located in front of the Hayama Imperial Villa. On the southern side of Isshiki Coast lies “Koiso-no-Hana,” a cape jutting out into Sagami Bay with a grassy plateau on top; when the tide is out, visitors can enjoy exploring the rocky shore. The “Hayama Coast Fireworks Festival” is also held on July 25.
A small uninhabited island in Tokyo Bay that was used as a military fortress before World War II. Many historical relics, such as gun emplacements, remain, and the entire island exudes an atmosphere that sparks a sense of adventure.
This beach became famous after being featured in Natsume Sōseki’s novel *Kokoro*. Starting in May, you can see a variety of fish and shellfish, including sea bass, black sea bream, gobies, flounder, crabs, and hermit crabs. During the beach’s open season, staff from all the beach huts conduct beach cleanup activities every day, both early in the morning and in the evening.
This beach features a row of sago palms along the shore, giving it a tropical atmosphere. The beautiful contrast between the blue sea and the white sand makes it a popular location for commercials, TV shows, and movies.
In addition to swimming, the area is known as one of Japan’s premier scuba diving destinations. It caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to experts, attracting many visitors year-round. The view of Mount Fuji across the sea has long been celebrated as a scenic spot, and visitors can also enjoy strolling around the area’s shrines and sacred ponds.
Located at the northernmost tip of Shirahama Coast, this popular beach is known for its crystal-clear waters and tranquil atmosphere. From the shore, you can see Oshima, Toshima, Niijima, and Shikinejima; on clear days, you might even catch a glimpse of Kozushima and Miyakejima. It’s also the only beach in Shimoda where you can enjoy barbecuing.
A quiet beach with gentle waves. The 470-meter stretch of white sand along the cove boasts exceptionally clear water. You’ll often see people enjoying windsurfing and sea kayaking here.
Stretching in an arc for about 1.2 kilometers, this beach is one of the most popular in Ibaraki Prefecture. Since it’s adjacent to “Hitachi Seaside Park” and a “large shopping mall,” you can enjoy a day at the park and some shopping all in one trip.
Selected for both the “Top 100 Best Swimming Beaches” and the “Top 100 White Sand and Green Pine Beaches in Japan,” this beach boasts beautiful white sands lined with green pine groves along the coast. The surrounding area has long been known as a nesting site for loggerhead sea turtles. We also recommend stopping by the day-trip natural hot spring facility “Ukurai no Yu Jūō” on your way home.
A charming beach with white sands and a white lighthouse. The water is shallow, so families with young children can enjoy it with peace of mind. If you’re visiting by car, we recommend stopping at the “Hitachi Osakana Center” on the way from the Hitachi-Ota-Minami Interchange to Kuji-hama Beach to pick up some fresh seafood as a souvenir.
