Sea bathing until evening at a scenic site of white sand and green pines. Swimming is free, so families can relax

About this spot

A swimming beach stretching along the sandbar of Amanohashidate (天橋立), one of the Three Views of Japan, open in 2026 from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 16. Swimming hours are from 9:00 to 17:00, and swimming itself is free. A calm, gently shelving shore backed by a pine grove continues along the sandbar, with parking, showers, restrooms and changing rooms in place, and beach houses available in some areas. Being able to actually swim while treading the white sand and green pines you looked down on in the morning is a pleasure unique to this course. From playing at the water's edge to playing in the sand, enjoy summer to the fullest until evening.

Season & hours

Tips

Within walking distance of Amanohashidate Station (天橋立駅) and Chion-ji Temple (智恩寺), with several swimming areas along the sandbar. Swimming is free but parking costs extra, so deciding where to park in advance makes things smooth. Swimming hours end at 17:00, so allow time for changing and wrap up 15 minutes beforehand. Summer sand is hot, so do not forget beach sandals.

Best time to visit

From just after 1 p.m. the beach is at its liveliest, and it is the time slot for swimming to your heart's content until evening

Access & map

Miyazu City · Amanohashidate Beach (宮津市・天橋立海水浴場)