See the camel statue linked to the children's song “Tsuki no Sabaku”
About this spot
The Tsuki no Sabaku Memorial Statue (月の沙漠記念像) is a camel sculpture inspired by the children's song “Tsuki no Sabaku”, which is associated with Onjuku Town, and it stands along the Onjuku coast. Set against the dunes, the statue is loved as a symbol of Onjuku Town and is popular as a photo spot. With the sea in view, you can stroll while building anticipation for the beach you are about to visit. It takes only a short time to see, so it fits easily into a morning schedule.
Season & hours
Name: 岩和田海水浴場
Date & time: 7/18 (Sat)–8/23 (Sun)
Venue: 御宿町岩和田・岩和田海岸
岩和田海水浴場は御宿町岩和田の岩和田海岸に開設される海水浴場で、2026年は7月18日(土)から8月23日(日)まで開設されます。房総の海らしい穏やかな波と美しい砂浜が広がり、家族でのびのびと海水浴を楽しめます。月の沙漠記念像など御宿町の観光名所にも近く、歴史散策とあわせて訪れやすい立地も魅力です。
Tips
遊泳時間や設備の詳細は事前に御宿町の公式サイトで確認しておくと安心です。夏の砂浜は熱くなるのでビーチサンダルを忘れずに。着替えの時間も見込んで早めに切り上げる計画がおすすめです。
Tips
You can view it from the coastal walking path, so it is easy going even with a stroller. Visiting in the cool morning hours also lets you take photos at a relaxed pace.
Best time to visit
About 45 minutes. The cool morning hours are recommended
Access & map
816-8 Shinmachi, Onjuku-machi, Isumi-gun, Chiba 299-5106
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Iwawada Beach (岩和田海水浴場) Full-Day Course
Chiba
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