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Amaharashi Coast
The Amaharashi Coast, previously referred to as “Shibutani Beach" in the oldest anthology of Japanese poems, is designated as one of Japans' Best 100 Beaches for its picturesque view of rocks, white sand, and green pines. On a clear day, you can see the snow-covered Tateyama mountain range rising 3,000 meters high over Toyama Bay. It is said that back in 1187, a renowned Japanese warrior named Minamoto no Yoshitsune was trapped in heavy showers on his way to Oshu, so he waited under a rock for the rainstorm to end. The name "Amaharashi" (lit. rain clearing) is derived from this legend, and the rock under which he took shelter is known as "Yoshitusne Rock" today.
Surfboard and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals are available at "Wave Lunch" near Amaharashi & Matsudae Beach. Enjoy the ocean to your heart’s content!
- Address：Ota Amaharashi Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture
- Web： https://michinoeki-amaharashi.jp/ (Japanese Only)
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・Toyama Bay is a member of the "World's Most Beautiful Bays Club."
・The Amaharashi Roadside Station, located near Amaharashi Beach, sells local specialties among other products from Takaoka City and western Toyama Prefecture.
・With JR Himi Line running by the seashore, one can enjoy looking at the idyllic scenery of a red train running against the backdrop of the Tateyama mountain range.
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