2025.07.24
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Make summer memories at Chiba's beaches! Popular spots you can reach from LOOF Inn
Why not make some summer memories at Chiba's beaches? We will introduce some popular beaches that are easily accessible from LOOF Inn. Spending time with family and friends, feeling the beautiful ocean and the pleasant breeze, is sure to create special memories. This summer, in addition to swimming in the sea, enjoy a luxurious time at LOOF Inn.
Motosuka Beach (Sammu City)
An open beach where you can experience the feeling of a tropical resort. With a wide 500-meter sandy beach and shallow sea, children can safely splash around in the water at the shore. The water is well-managed and has excellent transparency, so it's no wonder it's one of the few "Blue Flag" certified beaches in Japan. In the summer, you can enjoy local delicacies such as grilled clams at the beach huts, making it a spot where you can have fun all day with your family and friends.
Period: July 12th, 2025 (Saturday) - August 24th, 2025 (Sunday) 9:00-16:00
Address: 3841-124 Shiohama, Motosuka, Sanmu City, Chiba Prefecture
Access: Narutō Station, platform 1
Chiba Flower Bus Hasunuma Minami/Minamikawagishi (loop) get off at "Narutokaigan"
Take the summer special bus bound for Motosuka Coast and Water Garden and get off at "Motosuka Coast"
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About 30 minutes by car from Sannoie
Katakai Beach (Kujukuri Town)
Located almost in the center of Kujukuri Beach, this vast sandy beach resembles a white sand dune. There are beach huts lined up, and you can enjoy grilled clams and barbecues. The shallow waters are popular for marine sports such as surfing. It's spacious, so it's easy to find your own space even when it's crowded, and it's also recommended for families with children trying out sea activities for the first time.
Period: July 12th, 2025 (Saturday) - August 31st, 2025 (Sunday) 9:00-16:00
Address: Katakai area, Kujukuri-machi, Sanbu-gun, Chiba Prefecture
Access: About 10 km from Togane Station by bus bound for Motosuka or Katakai Station
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About 30 minutes by car from Sannoie
Moriya Beach (Katsuura City)
This stunning beach is known for its crystal clear emerald green waters, and was selected as one of the "100 Best Beaches in Japan" for its beauty. Located in a quiet cove, the waves are calm and the water is shallow, so even families with small children can enjoy playing in the sea without worry. The small island with a red torii gate visible from the beach, Watashi-ma, is connected to the mainland by a sandbar at low tide, giving you a feeling of adventure! It's also perfect for snorkeling and playing on the rocks, and is a spot where you can take a photo that you won't want to miss as a memory of your summer in Minami Boso.
Period: July 19, 2025 (Sat) - August 24, 2025 (Sun) 8:30-16:30
Address: Moriya, Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture
Access: 8 minutes on foot from Kazusa-Okitsu Station on the JR Sotobo Line
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20 minutes by car from Naminoie
Ubara Beach (Katsuura City)
The contrast between the white torii gate and the blue sea is beautiful, and the shallow, calm waters with high transparency make this one of the most relaxing beaches in Minami Boso. The soft white sand is pleasant to walk on barefoot, and you can see people playing on the rocks and beach combing. The spectacular view of the sea and torii gate sparkling in the sunlight during the day, and the fantastic atmosphere at dusk and under the starry sky create a memorable summer experience. This is a spot where families and couples can enjoy a relaxing time at the sea.
Period: July 19, 2025 (Sat) - August 24, 2025 (Sun) 8:30-16:30
Address: Ubara, Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture
Access: 5 minutes on foot from Ubara Station on the JR Sotobo Line
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20 minutes by car from Naminoie
Wadaura Beach (Minamiboso City)
This beautiful beach has been selected as one of the "100 Best Beaches in Japan." With white sand and crystal clear water, it is a popular spot for families. Public toilets, showers, and changing rooms are also available, making it a comfortable place to stay. There are also restaurants in the area where you can enjoy fresh seafood, so you can savor the local flavors.
Period: Mid-July to mid-August 2025
Address: Nigaura, Wada-cho, Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture
Access: 7 minutes on foot from Wadaura Station on the JR Uchibo Line
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About 10 minutes by car from Seinoie
Shinmaiko Beach (Futtsu City)
A beach where you can see the Yokohama Bay Bridge and Landmark Tower across Tokyo Bay. The shallow and calm sea, unique to the Uchibo region, is safe for small children to splash around in. Although it is close to the city center, it is a hidden spot with few crowds, making it perfect for a relaxing summer day with the family. At dusk, you can enjoy the beautiful sunset and the night view on the opposite shore.
Period: July 19, 2025 (Sat) - August 24, 2025 (Sun) 8:30-17:00
Address: Yahata, Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture
Access: Take the bus bound for Sasage from Sanukimachi Station on the JR Uchibo Line and walk for 1 minute from Gakuenmae bus stop
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About 10 minutes by car from Yuraginoie
After enjoying a wonderful time with your family and friends at Chiba's beautiful beach, why not spend some relaxing time at LOOF? A traditional Japanese inn surrounded by nature, make your summer memories even more special.