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Hakuzuruhama Beach
白鶴浜海水浴場Kumamoto · Kyushu
A 1.3km crescent of white sand and clear turquoise water on Amakusa's west coast, near Takahama village — rated among Japan's finest beaches, with calm swimming, surfing breaks, and sunset views over the East China Sea. Typhoon season runs roughly June to October, and a passing storm can cancel ferries, flights and all marine activity across the islands at a day's notice — check the forecast before you rely on this stop.
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.3· 118 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free public beach; seasonal facilities (showers/changing rooms) during summer swimming season.
- Nearest station
- No train (Amakusa has no railway); nearest hub Hondo Bus Center
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
~2h20min drive from Kumamoto Station; ~50 min from Amakusa Airport.
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