Uradome Beach is the principal swimming beach of the Uradome Coast, a dramatic stretch of pine-covered cliffs, sea caves, and rock islets on the eastern edge of Tottori Prefecture within the San'in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark. Unlike a single open arc of sand, Uradome's shoreline is broken into a series of small, sheltered coves separated by rocky headlands, which keeps the water notably calm and clear even when the open sea beyond is choppier; the color of the water here, often called 'Uradome Blue' by visitors, is closely tied to this sheltered geography. The beach has been recognized among Japan's Best 100 Beaches and its Best 100 White Sand and Green Pine Coasts, and it draws swimmers, snorkellers, and families in roughly equal measure through the official bathing season. Lifeguards are posted during July and August, giving the beach a safer profile than many open-coast alternatives nearby. Beyond the main swimming cove, the wider Uradome Coast is best explored by the sightseeing boats and kayaks that depart from piers along the shore, reaching sea caves and rock arches inaccessible on foot. Getting to Uradome without a car is straightforward: JR Iwami Station on the San'in Line sits about 1 km from the beach, an easy 15-minute walk. Paid parking near the shore fills quickly on peak summer weekends, so early arrival helps. Because the coves are small, the beach can feel crowded on the busiest August days despite the calm water, and visitors seeking more solitude often walk a little further along the coastal path to find a quieter inlet.
Amenities
- White sand and shallow coves within the San'in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark
- Lifeguards during the official swimming season
- Snorkelling in the clear, sheltered coves
- Restrooms and seasonal beach shops
- One of Japan's Best 100 Beaches and Best 100 White Sand and Green Pine Coasts
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- families, snorkellers, swimmers, photographers, couples
Location
Uradome, Iwami-cho, Iwami-gun, Tottori 681-0003
35.5788, 134.3272 View on map
Highlights
- Ranked among Japan's Best 100 Beaches and Best 100 White Sand and Green Pine Coasts
- Sheltered coves producing the strikingly clear 'Uradome Blue' water
- Lifeguards posted during the official July–August bathing season
- Snorkelling among rocky coves close to shore
- Easy 1 km walk from JR Iwami Station
Tips for visiting
- Walk about 15 minutes from JR Iwami Station rather than relying on a car during peak summer, when parking fills quickly
- Bring snorkelling gear to explore the clear water around the cove's rocky edges
- Swim in the lifeguard-covered main cove if traveling with children
- Combine a beach visit with a sightseeing boat or kayak tour to see the wider Uradome Coast's sea caves
- Visit on a weekday if possible, since the small coves fill up fast on August weekends
When to visit
July and August during the official bathing season, when lifeguards are on duty and the water is calmest; weekday visits avoid the busiest crowds in the small coves.
Accessibility
The walking path from Iwami Station to the beach is paved and mostly flat, but the cove sand itself is not wheelchair-accessible and no beach wheelchairs are known to be available.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Uradome Beach's water so clear?
The beach sits within a series of small, rocky coves that shelter the water from open-sea swell, producing the notably clear, calm water known locally as 'Uradome Blue.'
Are lifeguards present at Uradome Beach?
Yes, lifeguards are posted during the official July–August swimming season.
How do I get to Uradome Beach without a car?
Take the JR San'in Line to Iwami Station, then walk about 1 km (roughly 15 minutes) to the beach.
Can visitors see the Uradome Coast's sea caves from the beach?
The caves and rock arches further along the coast are best reached by the sightseeing boats or kayak tours that depart from nearby piers, rather than on foot from the beach itself.