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Shirarahama – The Guide to the Ultimate Japan Beach Experience
There are certainly no shortages of coastal gems in Japan; one of them being the beautiful Shirarahama Beach (白良浜). This scenic beach located at the town of Shirahama (白浜) in Wakayama Prefecture (和歌山県) is renowned for its pristine white sand and is acclaimed to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the Kansai region (関西). Let’s dwell into the beauty of Shirarahama Beach in this article. Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. If you book after clicking on one of these links then I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Background Shirarahama Beach did not start off as a resort; but rather as a…
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Seaside Momochi – A Complete Guide to Fukuoka’s Seaside Getaway
Fukuoka (福岡) features a variety of relaxing destinations; one such being Seaside Momochi (シーサイドももち). While Japanese cities aren’t exactly known for their beaches, Fukuoka is one exception and it is not just the beach, but also for its beautiful coastline sceneries. The site was once developed by the local authorities in order to host the Asia-Pacific Exposition Exhibition happened in 1989. Local authorities proceeded with the project to develop one of Japan’s largest man-made beaches. And the result is a stunningly beautiful waterfront area; featuring a variety of attractions including a beach area, museums, libraries and an observatory tower. Today, I shall introduce one of Fukuoka’s attractive sites for stunning…