Overview
Kujukuri Beach is a sandy beach stretching along the Pacific coast of eastern Chiba Prefecture, from Cape Gyobu to Cape Taito, and is one of the largest sandy beaches in the Japanese archipelago. About 60 kilometers long, it is known as the second longest beach in Japan. A popular spot for swimming and surfing, it is designated as part of Kujukuri Prefectural Natural Park.
Highlights
- ●One of Japan's foremost sandy beaches, about 60 km long
- ●A grand coastline from Cape Gyobu to Cape Taito
- ●A popular spot for swimming and surfing
- ●The nature of Kujukuri Prefectural Natural Park
History
Its name is said to derive from '99 li,' a measure of distance. The whole coast is designated as Kujukuri Prefectural Natural Park and is also selected among Japan's 100 finest white-sand-and-green-pine landscapes.
Access
It is a long north-south beach on the eastern shore of the Boso Peninsula in eastern Chiba Prefecture, running from Cape Gyobu to Cape Taito across several municipalities. Please confirm your target swimming spot and access with a map or official information.
Best season
Summer is ideal for swimming, while surfing and watching the sunrise can be enjoyed year-round. The sunrise over the Pacific is truly special.
Map
35.4969, 140.4283 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to the shore of Kujukuri Beach
- 2Stroll the vast sandy beach
- 3Enjoy swimming or surfing
- 4Watch the sunrise or evening view over the Pacific
Did you know?
💡 The name is said to come from '99 li,' a measure of distance, and the beach was long ago also called Tamaura and Yasashiura.
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