What Are the Highlights of Ichikuchi Beach? Can You Swim with Sea Turtles? A Comprehensive Guide to Tourist Information, Including How to Get There, Snorkeling, Lunch, and Access

What is Ichiminato Beach?
Yakushima boasts of its crystal-clear beaches.

Ichiminato Beach (一湊海水浴浴場) is located atNorthern part of YakushimaThis popular beach is located at

Known for its clear blue waters and spots where one can encounter wild sea turtles, it is especially popular among tourists who enjoy snorkeling.

The beach is easy to access and perfect for first-time visitors to Yakushima.

You might even get to swim with sea turtles!
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Yakushima Island / 1 Day] 70 years old and up OK! Let's spend the whole day playing!開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,200 yen

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Basic information about Ichiminato Beach
(Reading, access, bus stop)

First, we have compiled some basic information that you should keep in mind before visiting Ichiminato Beach.

From how to read and get there to information on facilities such as parking and changing rooms,First TimeWe will explain it in detail so that you can enjoy it without hesitation.

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Reading and location of Ichiminato Beach

Ichiminato Beach is located at"One-Step Substitution."reads as follows.

Located in the Ichiminato district in the northern part of Yakushima Island, it is a short drive from Yakushima Airport.Approx. 30 min.It is located about

Located in a relatively easy-to-access area of Yakushima, this beach is a convenient place to stop by at the beginning or end of your trip.

Access by bus stop and car

If you use a local bus,Ichiminato" bus stopis the nearest.

It is accessible by bus from Miyanoura Port or from the direction of Yakushima Airport.

However, the number of services is limited, so be sure to check the timetable in advance.

If you use a rental car, from Yakushima AirportPrefectural Road 77The most convenient route is to go north on the

There are signs to the beach along the road, so you can get there without getting lost.

Pick-up and drop-off included!
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Yakushima/Half Day] Beginners are welcome! Shiratani-unsuikyo" standard trekking tour to the Mononoke Forest 《Participation OK up to 70 years old, pick-up and drop-off included》（No.71）.開始時間7:45-12:30 / 12:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours8,800 yen

Yakushima】Early morning start to avoid crowds☆You can join before departure on the last day!開始時間5:30-11:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours9,900 yen

Yakushima Island/One-day tour】Yakushima Island/One-day tour with a female guide Relaxing Yakusugi experience in a quiet forest and river 《with packed lunch and pickup service》（No.116)開始時間: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,000 yen

Information on parking, changing rooms and shower facilities

Ichiminato Beach hasFree parkingis well maintained and can be visited with your own car or a rental car.

Changing rooms, showers, and toilets are also provided for those who want to enjoy full-scale swimming.

Showers areMainly summer seasonIt is also available for use in the following areas and can be rinsed off refreshingly after snorkeling.

Swim with sea turtles at Ichiminato Beach!

The biggest attraction of Ichiminato Beach is theEncounter with wild sea turtlesIt is.

Yakushima is also famous as a spawning ground for sea turtles, which live in the sea in the Ichiminato area.

Meeting sea turtles while swimming with a snorkel is truly an experience unique to Yakushima!

You may see sea turtles!
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Yakushima Island/3.5 hours】We welcome beginners to experience the mysterious sensation! Encounter rate is more than 80%! Sea Turtle Experience Diving ★Free Photo (No.64)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (March - October)所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours12,000 yen

Yakushima Island/One-day River Kayak & Diving Tour (with free rental of an underwater digital camera and lunch)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours17,600 yen

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What are the chances of seeing sea turtles?
Recommended time of year and time of day

Ichiminato Beach has a very large number of sea turtle sightings and is one of the most popular beaches in Yakushima.High chance of seeing sea turtlesIt is known as a spot

especiallySummer (June to September)is said to increase the encounter rate, and it is easier to encounter sea turtles if you swim in the morning to early morning hours.

If you are lucky, you may even see sea turtles swimming lazily just off the beach!

Enjoy snorkeling
Sea Turtle Spot

Sea turtles at Ichiminato Beach are located off the beach.Around the rocky areaYou have a good chance of encountering them just by snorkeling a little further out to sea.

Sea turtles are very cautious, so the key is to swim quietly and at the same pace without chasing or touching them.

If you approach in a relaxed manner, you may be able to observe them up close.

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Can snorkeling beginners enjoy it?
Underwater Highlights

Ichiminato Beach isThe waves are calmThe snorkeling is safe and enjoyable even for snorkeling beginners, as there are areas where the water is shallow and the depth is low.

In addition to sea turtles, visitors can also observe colorful tropical fish and coral.

Bring your own snorkel set or rent one at a nearby store to fully enjoy the underwater world of Yakushima.

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Yakushima Island/3 hours】May see sea turtles☆Easy snorkeling tour in the crystal clear ocean (No.80)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours5,500 yen

Yakushima Island/One-Day River Kayak & Snorkeling Tour (with free rental of underwater digital camera and lunch)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,200 yen

Yakushima Island/3 hours】March〜November limited！OK from 5 years old☆Encounter rate 80% or more! Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour *Free Photo & Movie (No.11)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (March - October)所要時間Approx. 3 hours5,500 yen

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Around Ichiminato Beach
Three recommended lunch spots

Easy access from Ichiminato Beach,Popular local lunch spotHere are three examples of

From fresh seafood unique to Yakushima to cafes where you can relax, there are a variety of restaurants perfect for a post-beach meal.

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Restaurant Seisai

In YakushimaOne of the most popular seafood restaurantsIt is.

Particularly delicious are "broken-neck mackerel sashimi" and "fried flying fish," which are hard to find in Honshu.

Deep-fried flying fish with its wings intact is an exquisite dish with a light yet deep flavor.

Lunch offers a variety of dishes such as the sashimi set meal and the grilled fish set meal, which are both hearty and filling.

A favorite among locals and tourists alike, when you visit YakushimaA must stop by!It is.

Let's try fishing ourselves!
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Yakushima Island / Fishing / 4 hours] With more than 10 years of experience as a guide, both beginners and experts can enjoy safe and reliable fishing (No.12)開始時間Morning / Afternoon: negotiable (morning / afternoon)所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours130,000 yen

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Kitchen HUB Dining
(Kitchen Hub Dining)

A stylish café-restaurant, serving rice bowls with pickled local fish from Yakushima, pizza made with Yakushima deer, and more,Creative menus utilizing ingredients unique to Yakushimaare available.

The menu offers a wide variety of dishes such as pizza, curry, and pasta, and is recommended for those who want to casually enjoy a lunch typical of Yakushima.

Kaedean

Located about 5 minutes by car from Miyanoura Port, for locals and tourists alike.Longtime favorite dining placeIt is.

The restaurant offers a noodle menu including ramen, udon, and soba noodles, as well as bowls of rice topped with pork cutlet on top of a bowl of rice.

Hearty and reasonably priced lunchis a great way to fill your stomach after a day of swimming.

Held in Miyanoura area!
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Ichiminato Beach.
Tips for 200 times more fun

If you are going to visit Ichiminato Beach, you want to be well prepared and enjoy yourself to the fullest.

What to bring, when to visit, and photography tips,Helpful Hints to KnowThe following is a summary of the following information.

Reading this will make you much more satisfied on the day of the event!

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Checklist of what to bring and what to wear

To enjoy Ichiminato Beach comfortablyDon't forget to bring the following items to the

If you plan to swim with sea turtles, waterMedium cameras and action camerasWith water, you won't miss a moment of excitement!

Photo-worthy spots and photography tips

The crystal clear waters of Ichiminato Beach are a popular photo spot.

on a fine daythis morningis beautifully lit, and the contrast between the sparkling surface of the water and the blue sea is spectacular.

Take advantage of a waterproof camera and phone case to try your hand at photography from underwater.

If you can get a shot with a sea turtle, it will be the best souvenir of your trip!

Best time to visit to avoid crowds

Ichiminato Beach is crowded mainly on weekends, peaking during the summer vacation season from July to August.

If you want to enjoy a relatively relaxing experience,June (around the end of the rainy season) and Septemberis recommended.

This is a good time to visit because of the high rate of sea turtle encounters and the lack of tourists.

Weekdaythis morningYou can enjoy the quieter beach if you visit on

About Ichiminato Beach
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

summary

Ichiminato Beach is a beautiful beach representing Yakushima,Experience swimming with sea turtlesis the biggest attraction.

Because of its easy accessibility and facilities, we can confidently recommend this spot to first-time visitors to Yakushima.

Combined with snorkeling, photography, and lunch in the area, you can enjoy the entire ocean of Yakushima!

An emotional encounter with a sea turtle will surely be the best memory of your trip.

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