This beach extends some 600 meters along the shallow waters of the bay.
The quartz sand, which contains 90% silica, is literally pristinely white and fine.
【1 min. by walk】
Bask in the warmth of nature in the land of animals, Adventure World.
The theme park offers plenty of opportunities to get up close with the animals, such as the giant pandas which are adorable no matter what they do.
【15 min. by car】
Engetsu Islet is a beloved symbol of Shirahama.
The island's official name is Takashima.
Enjoy the spectacular views and breathtaking sunset.
【8 min. by car】
This hot spring is the only one remaining of Yuzaki’s seven hot springs of the ancient Manyo period.
Located about 10 meters from the sea, this bath offers bathers a soak among the lapping waves.
Other hot springs include Muro-no-yu, Shirasuna, Shirara-yu, Matsuno-yu, and more.
【10 min. by walk】
This cliff rises to a height of 50m on the southern shore of Senjojiki.
The dynamic sight of the Kuroshio currents breaking on the rocks and violently colliding with each other is a stunning display of the force of nature.
【5 min. by car】
Senjojiki (Thousand Tatami Mats), as the name implies, is a large bedrock that brings to mind a wide iwadatami (rock tatami).
The bedrock, composed of tertiary strata sandstone, has been eroded with the pounding of the rough surf to create a magnificent landscape.
【5 min. by car】
On a totally different scale to the large theme parks of Universal Studios Japan and Tokyo Disneyland, Energy Land has an intimate local vibe and air of retro charm.
Children will love learning about dinosaurs in the 3D theatre, interacting with illusion art and exploring the adventure playground.
【3 min. by walk】
It's a popular park in Shirarahama for kids.
【10 min. by walk】
Located just near Shirarahama Beach and Sanrakuso is this foot bath drawn from "Tsukumoto no Yu" hot spring.
Other foot baths include Mifune Ashi-yu, Shirahama Ginza Ashi-yu Yokocho, and Yanagibashi Ashi-yu.
【1 min. by walk】
You can enjoy footbath while looking at Engetsuto Islet which is symbol of Shirahama. It is popular spot that can look at the setting sun and Engetsuto Islet sinking in the evening.
【15 min. by walk】
【5 min. by car】
【5 min. by car】
This onsen (hot spring) is located next to the Shirarahama Beach.
A total of 100 people can enter the large rotenburo (open-air bath) at one time, and people of both genders can bathe together while wearing swimsuits.
During the ocean swimming season, Shirasuna is popular because visitors can brush the sand off their bodies and get right in the onsen.
In the winter, enjoy an onsen foot bath.
【3 min. by walk】
