Overview
Chichibugahama is a beach facing the Hiuchi-nada sea in Nio-cho, Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, long known as a swimming spot. In the 2010s it became a popular sunset spot as 'Japan's Uyuni Salt Flat', where the water's surface appears mirror-like, spreading through social media. When low tide overlaps with dusk, you can capture magical photos of the sky and figures reflected on the tide pools.
Highlights
- ●The 'Japan's Uyuni Salt Flat' view reflected on the mirror-like water
- ●The sunset ranked No. 70 of the 88 Views of Shikoku
- ●The magic hour of sunset over the Hiuchi-nada sea
- ●Stylish cafes that have opened nearby
History
Chichibugahama faces the Hiuchi-nada sea and has long been enjoyed as a swimming beach. It is selected as No. 70 of the 88 Views of Shikoku as 'the magic hour before sunset, the sunset at Chichibugahama', and is known as a scenic sunset spot.
Access
The beach is located in Nio-cho, Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, a shallow shore facing the Hiuchi-nada sea. The Uyuni-like photos can be captured when low tide overlaps with dusk. Please check tide levels, sunset times, and exact routes via maps and official information.
Best season
The prime time is when low tide overlaps with dusk, making the water surface mirror-like, and calm evenings bring out clean reflections.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Arrive at Chichibugahama in Nio-cho, Mitoyo City
- 2Head to the beach timed with low tide and dusk
- 3Take reflection photos on the mirror-like water
- 4Enjoy the afterglow at a nearby cafe
Did you know?
💡 In the 2010s it shot to popularity on social media as 'Japan's Uyuni Salt Flat', and cafes and shops opened one after another nearby to ride the boom.
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