Yakushima - Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama)
What is Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama)?
Nagata Beach is located in the northwestern part of Yakushima.
Many sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs from May to July each year on this beach created by the white sand of weathered granite carried by the Nagata River from Okudake.
◆ People who want to see the spectacular view of blue sky and white sandy beach.
◆people who seek quiet and calm beaches
In particular, it is a spawning ground for loggerhead turtles.Largest beach in the North Pacificand because of its importance, it was registered as a Ramsar site in 2005.
Sea turtles do not come ashore until after sunset.
Therefore, from May to August, Nagata Beach is inaccessible at night.
Observation of spawning and the experience of releasing hatchlings are conducted by the NPO Yakushima Umigame-kan, so please visit there.application is requiredIt is.
In addition, Nagata-hama has the "Nagata-hama Sea Turtle Observation Rules" as a voluntary rule.
Regardless of whether it is day or night, observe the rules and be sea turtle friendly when observing.
Directions to Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama)
Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama) is located in the northwestern part of Yakushima.
When you go south along the coastline on Prefectural Route 78, you will find it on the right.
After crossing the Firefly Falls, you will see it on your right.
How to enjoy Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama)
Nagata BeachSilky white sandy beachis formed by crushed granite from the Nagata River.
Walking barefoot along the 1-km-long sandy beach, you will feel at one with nature.
Daytime.Footprints of sea turtles left on the beach and traces of spawningPlease look for the following information.
During the night observation sessions, visitors can enjoy the mysterious sight of sea turtles coming to lay their eggs and have a special time feeling the workings of nature up close and personal.
↓Click here for recommended sea turtle tours.
Nagata Beach (Inaka Beach, Maehama, Yotsusehama)
| Location | Nagata, Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima PrefectureView on Map) |
| Access | 30 minutes by car from Miyanoura Port |
| parking lot | existence (at the present moment) |
| toilet | existence (at the present moment) |
| Business Hours | - |
