Hirai Beach

Kashima City

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Hirai Beach opened to the public in 2008. The main features are its sprawling sands and gentle waves. During the official swimming season, the Kashima Life Guard Team is on standby to ensure everyone can have a safe beach experience.

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Address: Hirai, Kashima City
Access: By car: 20-minute drive from Itako IC on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway
By train: 10-minute taxi ride from Kashima-Jingu Station on the JR Kashima Line
Business Hours: Official Swimming Season: Mid-July to mid-August
Website: https://city.kashima.ibaraki.jp/site/kankou/3073.html
Contact: Kashima City Tourism Association: 0299-82-7730
Parking: 750 parking spots (800 yen per day)

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