Hirai Beach

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Hirai Beach, with its expansive sandy beach, crystal-clear blue waters, and impressive wind turbines, is a popular destination for families and surfers alike.

  • sports
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Highlights

  1. Expansive Sandy Beach
  2. Crystal-Clear Blue Water
  3. Shallow Beach
  4. Wind Turbines
  5. Gentle Waves

Basic Information

Address
Hirai, Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ibaraki
Access
Car: Approx. 10 minutes from Kashima IC on the Higashi-Kantou Expressway. Train: Approx. 15 minutes by bus from Kashima-Jingu Station on the JR Kashima Line. Show route
Op.Hours
Open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the beach season.
Cld.Days
Open daily during the beach season.
Fee
Beach access is free, but parking is paid. Parking Fee: Paid during the beach season. Free outside the beach season.
INFO
Lifeguards are on duty throughout the beach season to ensure your safety in the water. Enjoy your swim with peace of mind! However, ocean conditions are constantly changing, so please always exercise caution.
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Overview

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