Enjoy beach swimming until late afternoon on sand facing Tosa Bay. Lifeguards on duty for family peace of mind

About this spot

Ya Shii Park, a beach in Kanan City, Kochi Prefecture, facing Tosa Bay, is open from July 18 (Saturday) to August 23 (Sunday) 2026. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. With lifeguards on duty, plus changing rooms, showers, coin lockers, and beach equipment rentals (umbrellas, floats, etc.), along with advancing barrier-free accommodations, families with small children can enjoy themselves with confidence. Admission is free, with only certain facilities like parking (440 spaces), showers, and coin lockers requiring a small fee. The appeal is being able to enjoy beach swimming almost without carrying anything—similar to using a beach house. From water play at the shoreline to sandcastle building, enjoy summer to the fullest until evening.

Season & hours

Tips

Parking is paid and has 440 spaces. Showers cost about 100 yen, coin lockers about 200 yen, and beach equipment like umbrellas and floats are available for rent. Summer sand is hot, so beach sandals are essential. Operating hours end at 4 p.m. on weekdays and 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays, so plan to finish early allowing time to change.

Best time to visit

From 1 p.m. onward, there's plenty of time to swim until the facility closes in the evening.

Access & map

Kanan City, Ya Shii Park