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Takahama Beach

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Takahama Beach

高浜海水浴場

Nagasaki · Kyushu

A bay of luminous turquoise water and pure white sand backed by green headlands on western Fukue — often called one of Japan's most beautiful beaches.

Why it's hidden

A contender for Japan's loveliest beach, far out in the East China Sea.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.6· 451 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free public beach (swimming free). Seasonal facilities charge separately: rest area (休憩所) adult ¥500/child ¥300, showers ¥200/3min, lockers ¥100. Parking free. Open early July–late August.
Nearest station
Fukue Port + car

Today

Open 24 hours

Admission

  • Free public beach (swimming free). Seasonal facilities charge separately: rest area (休憩所) adult ¥500/child ¥300, showers ¥200/3min, lockers ¥100. Parking free. Open early July–late August.

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

beachswimmingnatureisland

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