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Maizuru sightseeing

  • Welcome to the sea of Maizuru City, Kyoto

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  • Maizuru, north of Kyoto, facing the Sea of Japan.The city has a beautiful contrast between the beautiful coastline and the red brick architecture that makes you feel the retro atmosphere of Meiji and Taisho.Introducing the charm of Maizuru, where you can enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere of the former Japanese Navy, and recommended sightseeing spots.

Recommended summer Maizuru

  • The shallow beach, which stretches about 2km from east to west, is one of the leading beaches on the Sea of Japan side.It is characterized by wide sandy beaches and pine forests carried by Yura River River, a class A river, and the area is designated as Wakasa Bay Quasi-National Park, making it a scenic beach and famous for its white sand and green pine beaches.Before the opening of the beach, volunteers from all the villagers clean up the beach before the opening of the beach. Hamanashi, which is locally called "Hamanashi" (scientific name), "Sasa lily", and "Oni lily" bloom in profusion near the pine forest. .It is also a famous place for kiss fishing.The beach opens in early July every year.

    Parking fee:1,000 yen
    About 1 minute by car from Hotel Arstainn
  • The best beach in Maizuru, a town next to Maizuru.
    This popular beach was the first in Asia to receive the international environmental certification "BLUE FLAG", and is characterized by outstanding transparency, shallow water, and a wide white sandy beach.



    Parking fee:1200 yen/stand
    About 45 minutes by car from Hotel Arstainn
  • A shallow white beach on the west side of the Oura Peninsula with a total length of about 1.5km.The entire area is designated as the Wakasa Bay Quasi-National Park, and the rich nature from which you can see the offshore islands is attractive.The beach opens in early July every year.


    Parking fee:1,000 yen
    About 1 minute by car from Hotel Arstainn
  • Maizuru summer tradition"Chat Festival』

  • A festival named after the Maizuru dialect, ``Chatta,'' which is Maizuru Maizuru dialect spoken in the Maizuru City region. It is held under the auspices of the Committee.On Sundays, many night stalls open at Maejima Wharf and the opposite shore, creating a lively atmosphere.