Wakasa Wada Beach (若狭和田ビーチ)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Wakasa Wada Beach in Takahama Town, Fukui Prefecture is a popular swimming beach open in 2026 from Saturday, July 11 to Sunday, August 30. Its sandy shore has earned the international environmental certification ‘Blue Flag,’ a guarantee of water quality and safety management. The beach huts are equipped with showers, lockers, a restaurant, and rental gear, and there is also a first-aid station with an AED, so families with small children can relax with peace of mind. Swimming is free, and you can fully enjoy summer here until evening, from playing in the waves at the water's edge to building sandcastles.

Season & hours

Tips

Parking costs ¥1,500 for regular cars and ¥3,000 for large buses. Showers, lockers, and rental gear at the beach huts are paid services, so it's reassuring to bring some small change. The sand gets hot in summer, so beach sandals are a must.

Best time to visit

From just after 1pm, the afternoon sea breeze feels pleasant, and it's a good time to swim leisurely until evening.

Access & map

Takahama-cho, Wakasa Wada Beach (高浜町・若狭和田ビーチ)