Sea of Japan and beaches – 日本海海水浴場

Located at the foot of Mt. Asahi, Koura Beach has a mountain backdrop, with views of beautiful blue sea, and white sand. Facing west, this beach is also famous for its sunset scenery. Many people from around the country visit for swimming and kayaking, and in summer the beach also comes alive with volleyball competitions and fireworks. It is one of many beaches and coastlines included in the Daisen-Oki National Park.

Please have a look at this map (Japanese) to find many places where you can enjoy the sunset by the Sea of Japan.

Koura Beach – 古浦海水浴場
Swimming season	Early July～End of August
Tel	0852-55-5700 (Matsue City Hall Kashima Branch Area Promotion Division)
Access	Koura Beach is located about 12km central Matsue. You can access Koura with the bus bound for Etomo. Get off at Etomo-renrakusho bus stop and then walk 10min south toward the beach. Detailed bus line and schedule on Ichibata Bus - Etomo line (Japanese).