Best scenic beaches in Japan, 2026
25 scenic beaches in Japan that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Abashiri Beach
Abashiri, Japan
Main beach in Abashiri with drift ice views
2OBI 7.5+
Abe Coast
Minami, Japan
Remote northern Minami shoreline near Abe, useful for hidden coastal discovery without duplicating Anan.
3OBI 7.5+
Aboshi Beach
Himeji, Japan
Low-key coastal spot
4OBI 7.5+
Aburakawa Beach
Aomori, Japan
Less crowded beach
5OBI 7.5+
Ago-no-Matsubara Beach
Shima, Japan
Pine-lined beach with classic Japanese coastal scenery
6OBI 7.5+
Aigahama Beach
Minamiizu, Japan
Peaceful cove beach with a laid-back local vibe
7OBI 7.5+
Aigahama Beach
Naruto, Japan
Small scenic beach below the Ōnaruto Bridge with direct Naruto Strait views.
8OBI 7.5+
Aikawa North Beach
Sado, Japan
Rugged coast
9OBI 7.5+
Aikogahama Beach
Matsuyama, Japan
Secondary Gogoshima beach near Tomari district with local marine recreation value.
10OBI 7.5+
Aioi Bay Beach
Aioi, Japan
Accessible waterfront
11OBI 7.5+
Aizuchi Cove Beach
Tsushima, Japan
Secluded clear-water cove
12OBI 7.5+
Aji Onsen Beach
Takamatsu, Japan
Small Aji Peninsula swimming beach paired with nearby hot-spring tourism.
13OBI 7.5+
Ajiro Beach
Atami, Japan
Quiet cove beach with local charm and gentle waters
14OBI 7.5+
Akabane Long Beach
Tahara, Japan
Premier surf destination with long open Pacific shoreline
15OBI 7.5+
Akahama Beach
Takahagi, Japan
Quiet coastal stretch with minimal tourist presence
16OBI 7.5+
Akaishi Beach
Ajigasawa, Japan
Quiet coastal area
17OBI 7.5+
Akaiwa Beach
Haboro, Japan
Low traffic area
18OBI 7.5+
Akamizu Beach
Nobeoka, Japan
Remote rocky shoreline with natural coastal formations
19OBI 7.5+
Akan River Mouth Beach
Kushiro, Japan
River meets ocean
20OBI 7.5+
Akasaki Beach
Yoron, Japan
Less-visited white sand beach with clear water
21OBI 7.5+
Akasaki Beach
Shika, Japan
Calm sandy area surrounded by natural scenery
22OBI 7.5+
Akasaki Beach
Kotoura, Japan
Popular swimming beach
Aketo Coast Beach
Iwaizumi, Japan
Dramatic cliffs and views
Akita Port North Beach
Akita, Japan
Industrial
Akita Port South Beach
Akita, Japan
Waterfront