Senrihama Nagisa Driveway

Chirihama Nagisa Driveway

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Drive on the beach—a unique experience in Japan! Enjoy the thrill of driving along the shore.

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HighlightsDrive on the beach—a unique experience in Japan!
The thrill of driving along the shoreline!
Enjoy the blue sky, the ocean, and the Japan Sea sunset!
Swimming, fishing, barbecues, and day camping are all available!
Take memorable photos with your car and the ocean as a backdrop!

Basic Information

Address: Shinpo-cho, Hakui City, Ishikawa Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ishikawa

Access: Take the Hokuriku Expressway to Kanazawa-Morimoto IC, then follow the Yamagishi Ring Road (towards Noto/Nanao) to Hakui IC, then the Noto Satoyama Kaido to Imahama IC. Alternatively, take the Noto Satoyama Kaido to Senrihama IC. Show route

Op.Hours: Open 24 hours

Cld.Days: Road closures may occur. Please check the latest traffic information on "Ishikawa Michi Information Net" before your visit.

Fee: Free

INFO: ・Driving may be impossible depending on the beach conditions. ・The sand near the shoreline and edges of the road may be loose, potentially causing your tires to get stuck. ・Please drive slowly. ・Please be mindful of pedestrians. ・If swimming, be aware of rip currents. ・If you have small children, please keep a close eye on them. ・If having a barbecue or day camp, please clean up thoroughly afterwards and take all charcoal and trash with you. ・At night, it's completely dark due to a lack of streetlights. Please be extra cautious of oncoming vehicles. ・Road closures may occur depending on weather and wave conditions. We recommend checking the latest traffic information on "Ishikawa Michi Information Net" before your visit.

HP: https://www.city.hakui.lg.jp/kankou/kankoushisetsu/3168.html

Overview

Senrihama Nagisa Driveway, located in Hakui City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is Japan's only beach where you can drive your car directly on the sand. Its beginnings trace back to around 1955, when a tour bus driver happened to drive on this beach and found it surprisingly smooth, leading to its popularity. The fine sand of Senrihama, about half the size of typical sand, becomes firm when it absorbs seawater, preventing cars from sinking. This allows for ordinary cars and large buses to drive along the shoreline. The approximately 8km-long Senrihama Nagisa Driveway offers more than just driving; you can also enjoy swimming, fishing, barbecues, and day camping. A swimming beach is open from mid-July to mid-August. However, be aware of jellyfish after Obon (a Buddhist festival in mid-August). For barbecues and day camping, remember to avoid directly burning the sand, and always take your trash and charcoal with you. Prioritize safety. Note that the area is completely dark at night due to the lack of streetlights. Be very careful of other vehicles. Since the Senrihama Nagisa Driveway may be closed due to weather or wave conditions, it is recommended to check the latest traffic information on "Ishikawa Michi Information Net" before your visit. Senrihama Nagisa Driveway is a precious tourist resource in Japan. Let's enjoy a safe and fun drive while respecting the rules.