{"id":29721,"date":"2017-09-09T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T23:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=29721"},"modified":"2021-05-24T21:43:51","modified_gmt":"2021-05-24T12:43:51","slug":"enoshima-closest-beaches-tokyo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/enoshima-closest-beaches-tokyo\/","title":{"rendered":"Enoshima; Where are the Closest Beaches From Tokyo?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sponsored by Fujisawa City Tourism Association<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Only 60 minutes <\/strong>from the capital of Japan, Enoshima island<\/strong> is a charming seaside resort for Tokyoites<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Katase Beach<\/strong>, which includes Higashihama Beach<\/strong> to the east and Nishihama Beach<\/strong> to the west, is one of Japan’s most popular beaches<\/strong>. It is also famous for it’s numerous beach activities such as surfing<\/strong> or sailing for all year around<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Two Beaches in Enoshima: Higashihama Beach and Nishihama Beach<\/h2>\n

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Enoshima<\/strong> is the easiest destination<\/strong> from Tokyo w<\/strong>hich offers\u00a0great beaches<\/strong>. There are mainly two beaches, one for families and the other is the more trendy; intended for younger people to visit.<\/p>\n

On\u00a0Enoshima Island, you can\u00a0find the Higashihama beach<\/strong> on the right, it is one of the most historical beaches<\/strong> in Japan. On the other side, Nishihama Beach<\/strong> is\u00a0always crowded, and is\u00a0where surfing<\/strong> and beach volleyball<\/strong>\u00a0were practiced for the first time in Japan.<\/p>\n

From these beaches, which are both a part of Katase Beach, when the sky is clear and you are lucky you can admire Mount Fuji<\/strong> and even the\u00a0Izu Peninsula<\/strong>. In April and September, you might have a chance to witness the “Fuji Diamond<\/strong>“(the famous sunset at the summit of Mount Fuji which makes for an\u00a0impressive view).<\/p>\n

During summer, these beaches are particularly lively thanks to the strong presence of restaurants<\/strong> and beach houses<\/strong> all along the shore.<\/p>\n

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Beach Houses; Japanese Beach Culture<\/h2>\n

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Everyone\u00a0would think that the beaches are like beaches in any other country in terms of organization, but no. During the summer season in Japan, you can find a unique atmosphere along the beaches,\u00a0especially brought on by the\u00a0beach houses\u00a0<\/strong>which line the shores!<\/p>\n

These are temporary houses open for only a few weeks in July and August<\/strong>, whatever the weather. They allow visitors, surfers and swimmers and beach goers, to have a rest there, to leave their luggage, to eat, and to take a shower. The beach houses are very typical for Japanese beaches!<\/p>\n

The beach houses are very varied and each has their own specificities. While all of them cover the four main functions mentioned above, they offer special ambiances according to the establishments. They can also, for example, offer you parasol , deck chairs, or nautical equipment (masks, snorkels, surfboards …) for rental.<\/p>\n

In any case, beach houses are essential to the Japanese since they provide the space for people to recharge in the extremely hot and humid weather in summer.<\/p>\n

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Tokyo Plymics 2020: Enoshima\u00a0is Ready to Host the Yacht Games!<\/h2>\n

You probably know that Tokyo will host the next Olympic in 2020<\/strong>? But did you know that the yacht\u00a0competitions will take place in Enoshima?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yes,\u00a0the Enoshima harbor<\/strong>, created at the time of the former Tokyo Olympics in 1964, will host the sailing again!<\/p>\n

The Yacht Club House\u00a0, founded in 2014, will allow the public to watch the yacht races. Why not go there to support\u00a0your favorite player?<\/p>\n

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Continue Our Walk to\u00a0Enoshima Aquarium<\/h2>\n

While you’re in the area, why not take the opportunity to visit the Shin-Enoshima Aquarium<\/strong>, which is the first modern aquarium created in Japan? Opened in 1954, it is particularly known for the\u00a0jellyfish exhibition and\u00a0<\/strong>research<\/b>\u00a0initiated in 1973.<\/p>\n

In the aquarium, you can also admire “Sagami Bay” with 8,000 sardines swimming<\/strong> in majestic rows\u00a0or “beach of sea turtles” where you can observe three species of sea turtles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The admission for the aquarium is 2,100 yen<\/strong> (for adults), 1,500 yen ( for high school student) , 1,000 yen ( for elementary and junior high school student.) It is open from 10 am to 5 pm and they will extend schedules for ‘Night Wonder Aquarium’ by December 25.<\/p>\n

The official Enoshima aquarium website<\/a> is also available in English if you wish to refer to more information.<\/p>\n

General Information<\/h2>\n

For more information, do not hesitate to visit the official website of Fujisawa City Tourist Association<\/a> in English !<\/p>\n

You can also go directly to the tourist center, which is one minute away from Odakyu Line Katase Enoshima station, it is open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and they will be happy to provide you with information and, if necessary, Wifi information as well.<\/p>\n