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Japan · Wakayama Prefecture

Best beaches in Shirahama

7 ranked beaches in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Shirahama

  1. 1

    Engetsuto Beach

    Famous coastal rock arch with one of Japan’s best sunset views

    7.0
  2. 2

    Ezura Beach

    Calm cove beach ideal for snorkeling and relaxed swimming

    7.0
  3. 3

    Rinkaiura Beach

    Less crowded alternative to Shirarahama with similar sandy shoreline

    7.0
  4. 4

    Senjojiki Coast

    Expansive rock plateau shaped by waves offering dramatic coastal scenery

    7.0
  5. 5

    Shirahama Small Cove Beach

    Lesser-known cove near main resort area with calmer waters

    7.0
  6. 6

    Shirarahama Beach

    Wakayama’s most iconic white sand beach with resort-level popularity

    7.0
  7. 7

    Tsuna Beach

    Small tucked-away bay offering privacy and scenic coastal views

    7.0

What makes Shirahama's beaches stand out?

Shirahama sits in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan and is home to 7 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Shirahama or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.