Less known for this aspect, the Japanese archipelago is home to magnificent beaches with fine sand and turquoise waters. Japan has more than 30,000 kilometers of coastline where dream landscapes follow one another to enjoy nature and discover another facet of the land of the rising sun.

Suishohama Beach

It is in Fukui Prefecture, in Wakasa Bay more precisely, where the sublime beach of Suishohama is located. A dream beach where you can swim in translucent water, as its name comes from the Japanese "suicho" which means "crystal".

Suishohama beach has another particularity: it's sand. It is said of him that he would be "singing. In summer, we practice all kinds of water activities and we stay there until nightfall to have the privilege of admiring the Milky Way above our heads.

Hirizo Beach

About 200km south of Tokyo is Hirizo Beach, located on the Izu Peninsula. This incredible little piece of paradise, nestled at the foot of the cliffs, is only accessible by boat.

If there's one place where you'll need to take out your mask and snorkel, it's here, since Hirizo Beach is located in the heart of a UNESCO Global Geopark. The clarity of the water makes it very easy to contemplate the seabed of this sumptuous place. This warm-water peninsula attracts much migratory fish as well as turtles, anemones, and beautiful corals. A paradise beach is among the best preserved in Japan.

Chirihama Beach

Not all beautiful beaches necessarily rhyme with idleness! Located in Ishikawa Prefecture, Chirihama Beach has the distinction of being the only one in Japan where cars can drive. An experience of the most exotic since we are not used to attending such a show in France.

The fine sand of this beach, soaked in water, is a sufficiently compact surface to skirt the sea at full speed, regardless of your vehicle.

8km long and 50m wide, this unique beach has the air of a real highway. At the water's edge, you can still enjoy swimming, water skiing in summer, or tasting sazae or hamaguri, the local shellfish.

Yurigahama Beach

Yurigahama Beach is a short-lived beach in the Ryukyu Archipelago, Okinawa Prefecture. Here, the beaches are all prettier than the others, worthy of the most beautiful postcards. Yurigahama Beach, with its crystal clear waters, is no exception.

This strip of sand is only revealed in spring and summer, at low tide, which further reinforces the idyllic and magical character of the place. At this time of year, the beach changes shape and size every day to the delight of its visitors. A truly spectacular place that will exceed all your expectations.

If you decide to go to Chirihama, try to be there for sunset, an appointment not to be missed!

Nishihama Beach

We stay in Okinawa prefecture, but this time, head to the Yaeyama Islands where the sublime Nishihama Beach is located. A kilometer of fine sand to relax and sunbathe and turquoise water is conducive to the observation of the seabed. The fauna and flora of this archipelago are particularly rich and varied, you should be amazed. A paradisiacal landscape that regularly tops the rankings of the most beautiful beaches in Japan.

Shirahama Beach

Located two hours by train from Osaka, Wakayama Prefecture, Shirahama Beach is renowned for being one of the most beautiful beaches in Japan.

Shirahama is more than 800m of white sand on the edge of the city of the same name, famous for its Onsen, and crystal clear water that delights both foreign travelers and Japanese during the summer season.

Special mention for the Saki-no-غu, an outdoor Onsen (the oldest in Japan) overlooking the Pacific Ocean, located at the end of the beach on a rocky promontory.

Jodogahama Beach

Jodogahama Beach, which means paradise beach in Japanese, belongs to Sanriku Fukko National Park, located in Miyako, Iwate Prefecture.

Here, no sand, but white pebbles that contrast sharply with the blue of the ocean. You can admire rocky islets, signs of the volcanic activity of the place several million years ago, as well as majestic pines. Pure Land Beach, as it is sometimes called, is one of the most popular on the Sanriku side, a unique place not to be missed!

Tomari Beach

It's hard to believe that just 3 hours from Tokyo is one of the most beautiful beaches in Japan. Located on the island of Shikine, you will have to take a boat to reach this paradisiacal beach located 5 minutes' walk from the port. You will discover a beautiful cove where all the ingredients will be gathered to spend a great day: clear and shallow waters for the whole family to enjoy, a sandy beach, and water worthy of the Caribbean!

When you have lazed enough on the square, you can even take advantage of your visit to the island to discover its hot springs, inland.

Amanohashidate Beach

If you are not far from Kyoto, you may have the opportunity to discover the beautiful beach of Amanohashidate. It is a sandbank more than 3km long, often compared to a natural bridge, which is home to thousands of Japanese pines. If this beach lends itself more to contemplation than idleness, it is nevertheless one of the most beautiful in the country. We recommend that you start the walk by admiring the "sky bridge" from Kasamatu Park to enjoy one of the most famous views of Japan. Then, take the time to walk on the beach to the Buddhist temple Chion-Ji, on the other side of the bay.

Furuzamami Beach

It is on the island of Zamami which is located on the beach of Furuzamami, a place, worthy of the American archipelago of Hawaii, which offers breathtaking landscapes to its visitors.

Once again, all the ingredients are gathered in this sumptuous place: warm water all year round that deteriorates into a subtle shade of blue, a beach of fine white sand, extraordinary seabed suitable for snorkeling and mysterious rocky islets covered with dense vegetation. A heavenly setting that attracts lovers of idleness as well as nature lovers.