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Pray for a safe trip at an old temple of the dragon deity
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Pray for a safe trip at an old temple of the dragon deity

About this spot

A leading old temple of the Shonai (庄内) region, known for a dragon-deity faith that prays for safety at sea and good catches. As a temple deeply tied to fishing and the ocean, it has long drawn devout worship from local fishermen. The grounds hold an imposing main hall and a five-storey pagoda, and you can pray unhurriedly in the quiet air of the lush green foothills. It is a fitting stop for praying over a day that leads to the sea, and simply walking the grounds offers relief from the summer heat.

Season & hours

Name: 加茂レインボービーチ

Date & time: 7/18 (Sat)–8/16 (Sun) 8:30–17:00

Venue: 鶴岡市・加茂レインボービーチ

鶴岡市の日本海沿いに広がる海水浴場で、2026年は7月18日(土)から8月16日(日)まで、8時30分から17時までの遊泳時間で開設されます。すぐ隣に鶴岡市立加茂水族館が建つ立地で、海水浴の前後に涼しい館内で過ごせるのも魅力のひとつ。トイレや救護所が整い、監視員も常駐しているため、小さな子ども連れでも安心して過ごせます。遊泳はもちろん、駐車場も無料で利用でき、気軽に日本海の海水浴を楽しめるビーチです。波打ち際での水遊びから砂遊びまで、夕方までゆっくり夏を満喫しましょう。

Tips

駐車場・遊泳ともに無料です。夏の砂浜は熱くなるのでビーチサンダルを忘れずに。遊泳時間は17時までなので、着替えの時間を見込んで16時45分ごろには切り上げるのがおすすめです。すぐ隣の加茂水族館のトイレや売店も利用できます。

Source: mokkedano.net

Tips

About 15 minutes by car from Kamo Rainbow Beach. The grounds are undulating, so with a stroller pick an easy route as you look around. Insect repellent is reassuring in summer.

Best time to visit

About 45 minutes. Mornings see fewer worshippers, so you can pray in peace

Access & map

〒997-1117 100 Sekine, Shimokawa, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture (山形県鶴岡市下川関根100)

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2026 Kamo Rainbow Beach (加茂レインボービーチ) Full-Day Course

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