Mizuki Beach

Hitachi City

Northern Ibaraki

Parks/Nature

Sports/Outdoor

The Ministry of the Environment lists Mizuki Beach as one of their 100 recommended beaches. The small waves mean that even children can play safely in the sea.

Information

Address: Mizukicho, Hitachi City
Access: By car: 15-minute drive from Hitachi Minami-Ota IC on the Joban Expressway
By public transport: 15-minute walk from Omika Station on the JR Joban Line
Business Hours: Hours
Official Swimming Season: Mid-July to mid-August
Website: http://www.kankou-hitachi.jp/page/page000018.html
Contact: Hitachi City Tourism Association
TEL: 0294-24-7978
Parking: 50 parking spots (normal cars 1000 yen/day, motorbikes 200 yen/day)

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Hitachi City

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Rokkakudo

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Castles/Historical Sites

Hitachi City

Northern Ibaraki

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