Are you a beach bum? Do you love the sound of gentle waves, the heat of the sun and the powdery white sands? Then, unearth the most beautiful beaches in Japan right in front of you!

The best thing about Okinawa is its beaches… so serene and relaxing. Okinawa extends 1000 km away from the southernmost part of Kyushu and 100 km east of Taiwan. Some of its beaches are set in a secluded area and others are very easy to find. The most-talked about beaches in Okinawa are Manza Beach, Moon Beach and the Okuma Beach.

Manza Beach- its unique and picturesque long stretch of white sand and crystal clear blue waters echoes serenity and comfort. Manza Beach is the popular beaches in Okinawa. Nearby the beach is the luxurious Manza Beach & Resort, which is equipped of up-to-date amenities and provides an overlooking expanse of the calm ocean.

Moon Beach- a little gem that sits in Onna Village, a widely known hotel destination among backpackers and beach buffs. Moon Beach offers a relaxing tropical ambiance that is perfect to chill out and laze.

Okuma Beach- the enticing talcum powder white sand, vibrant beach cottages and gleaming waters surely mesmerize everyone’s attention. Okuma Beach is a beautiful wonder that should be listed in your itinerary.

Low humidity during summer makes Hokkaido a pleasant beach destination whilst traveling in Japan. There are a good number of beaches that you can visit to your heart’s content. Hokkaido is the second largest island in the Land of the Rising Sun wherein it sprawls at a total land area of 83,453.57 km². Enjoy the smooth sand and get perfect tan at the beaches of Hokkaido.

Ishikari-hama Beach- basks in the city of Ishikari; Ishikari-hama Beach is one of the frequented beaches in Hokkaido because of its nice environment. Otaru Dream Beach- a must go beach if you want to unwind from the hustle and bustle lifestyle of modern living.

Honshu translates as Main Island and considered as the largest island in Japan. It is where the highest point in Japan, Mt. Fuji sits and is composed of 98,352,000 as of 1990 estimation. Visiting Honshu is not complete without swimming in its attractive beaches.

Kemigawahama- a must-see beach that is perfect for kite surfing and wind surfing. Adventurers who have thirst for extreme or enthralling water sports activities mostly visit it.

An idyllic haven for those people who want to get out from the noises of big cities and crowded metropolis. Travelers, expats and locals frequent most beaches in Kyushu because they offer plenty of water sports e.g. surfing or diving and recreational activities. Kyushu is perfectly situated near the Korean peninsula and other parts of Japan, thus hopping from one destination to another one is certainly convenient.

Aoshima Beach- immense beaches and waves, indeed Aioshima Beach in Miyazaki, Japan is the surfer’s destination. In addition, the scenic sunset and sunrise at Aoshima Beach create a romantic and composed environment that is perfect when you chill out.

Keya Beach- nestles in Itoshima peninsula at Fukuoka, Japan, Keya Beach offers pleasant and serene ambiance. If you love waves, surfers can also catch a decent wave during autumn.

Mikuni Beach- also known as Sunset Beach wherein your eyes will feast the stunning sunset as the sun goes down. Mikuni Beach has fine white sands, calm seas and surrounded with pine trees, which are very beautiful.

In the beautiful region of Tohoku, which literally means “northeast” in Japanese lies one of the nicest beaches in the country. Its sheer beauty comes from the backwoods and well-preserved nature. The beaches in Tohoku offer a close to perfect pristine white sand and lucid seawaters.

Jodogohama Beach- a must stop and must visit beach wherein the crystal clear waters alone entices you to swim and have fun in the sun.

Shirahama Beach- its clean water, tropical surroundings and wall-to-wall beach lovers or picnickers made Shirahama Beach as one of Japan’s striking and frequented beaches.

This coastal town in Kanagawa Prefecture was used to be called as Renpu. Kamakura houses some of the largest beaches in the country. It is just a step away from Kamakura Station. During summer months, the beaches in Kamakura are very popular-- locals from neighboring cities and foreigners flee in here.

Zaimokuza Beach- the most-talked about beach resort in Kamakura where you can enjoy a leisurely walk, swim in its enticing waters and breathe the brackish tang of the ocean.

Yuigahama Beach- it is heavily visited especially on hot days wherein you can see hordes of sunbathers, surfers and beach bums.

Koshigoe Beach- an awesome wonder that is suitable for a holiday escapade and sightseeing

Wajima Beach
Description: provides an intimate setting, right water temperature- not so hot and not so cold either and quaint environment
Location: Kanazawa, Japan

Zushi Beach
Description: a nice and clean beach that is a hot spot for wind surfers. It is crowded during weekends and you can see several beach vendors and beach umbrellas line in the coast at Zushi Beach. Location: JR Zushi Station, Tokyo

Ashiya Beach
Description: enjoy another day of family fun in the striking soft white sand beach of Ashiya, which is north of Fukuoka City.
Location: Shiro-hama MachiOnga-gun Ashiya Town

Kyuka-mura Shikanoshima Beach
Description: a semi-resort area that attracts a number of surfers because of its big waves compared to the ones in Hakata Bay side. On the other part of the beach are the calm and gentle waves, which are perfect for splashing and diving together with your friends and families.
Location: Oh'aza-katsuma Higashi-ku Fukuoka City

Oh’hara Beach
Description: stretching for 2 kilometers and is equipped with awesome facilities to enhance your beach escapade and have fun to the fullest.
Location: Oh'haraNishi-ku Fukuoka City