Otake Beach

Hokota City

Eastern Ibaraki

Parks/Nature

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Nicknamed the "Gold Coast of Ibaraki," this white sandy beach is located in Hokota City, Japan's top producer of melons. During the official swimming season, lifeguards are on duty to ensure everyone can enjoy the beach safely.

Information

Address: Otake, Hokota City
Access: By public transport: 10-minute taxi ride from Shin-Hokota Station on the Oarai-Kashima Line
By car: 40-minute drive on National Route 51 from Itako IC on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway
Business Hours: Hours
Official Beach Season: Mid-July to mid-August
8:00-16:00
Website: https://www.city.hokota.lg.jp/page/page003901.html
Contact: Hokota City Office, Commerce, Industry & Tourism Division
TEL: 0291-33-2111
Parking: Around 1000 parking spots
Cars: 1000 yen/day
Large cars: 2000 yen/day
Buses: 3000 yen/day
Prices: Free admission

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