Makidani Beach

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A beautiful beach with calm waves and crystal-clear water, perfect for a family day out! Enjoy a full day of fun with adjacent pine groves perfect for camping.

Overview

Makidani Beach is a stunning white-sand beach located in Iwami-cho, Iwami-gun, Tottori Prefecture, connected to Uratomi Beach. Its calm waves and crystal-clear water are major attractions, and its shallow waters make it safe for young children. Complete with changing rooms, toilets, and showers, you can enjoy a comfortable beach day. Right next to the sandy beach is a serene pine grove where the sound of the waves gently lap the shore. This area also functions as a campsite (wild camping permitted), offering a full day of fun; enjoy BBQs, swimming, and stargazing under the night sky with the refreshing sea breeze. Furthermore, several tourist attractions are nearby, such as Uratomi Coast and Shirataka Coast, making it ideal to combine beach time with sightseeing. Tottori Sand Dunes are also within an hour's drive, making for a perfect day trip!

  • Scenic Views
  • sports

Basic Information

Address
Makidani, Iwami-cho, Iwami-gun, Tottori Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Tottori
Access
・About 6 minutes by car from JR Iwami Station ・About 5 minutes from Uratomi IC on the Sanin Expressway Show route
Op.Hours
Monday: 24 hours, Tuesday: 24 hours, Wednesday: 24 hours, Thursday: 24 hours, Friday: 24 hours, Saturday: 24 hours, Sunday: 24 hours
Cld.Days
None
Fee
Parking: ¥1,000 per day
INFO
Please check the official Iwami Town Tourism Association website for the dates of the beach opening.
HP
https://www.torican.jp/spot/detail_1451.html

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