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Anego no Hama

Photo courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

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Anego no Hama

A rare “singing sand” beach where the sand squeaks as you walk.

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Supervised by :  Itoshima City Tourism Association

Located in western Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture, this bow-shaped beach stretches 1.1 km long and 20 m wide. If you park at the Nijo Parking Area, which also serves as a tourist information center, you can head straight down to the shore, making it an easy stop during a drive around Itoshima.

This is a so-called “singing sand” beach, where the sand makes a mysterious squeaking sound as you walk. The sound is created when quartz particles in the sand rub against each other, and it is said that only clean beaches free of impurities can produce it. There were once around 90 singing sand beaches across Japan, but today that number has fallen to around 20. Anego no Hama also stopped making sound for a time, but thanks to the steady efforts of local residents, including beach cleanups and improved water quality, it has recovered. It is now one of the few places in Kyushu where you can enjoy the sound of singing sand.

Anego no Hama is also well known as a surfing spot. It is said to often have gentle waves that are easy even for beginners to ride, and during the season, surfers come not only from the local area but from many other places as well.

Highlights

  • A 1.1 km-long beach in western Itoshima City.
  • A “singing sand” beach that makes a squeaking sound when you walk on it.
  • It once stopped making sound, but was restored through the efforts of local residents.
  • Also popular as a surfing spot.

Photos

  • Anego no Hama, famous for its singing sandPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

    Anego no Hama, famous for its singing sandPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

  • You can also see Himeshima IslandPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

    You can also see Himeshima IslandPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

  • Just steps from the Nijo Parking Area, which also serves as a tourist information centerPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

    Just steps from the Nijo Parking Area, which also serves as a tourist information centerPhoto courtesy of: Itoshima City Tourism Association

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No.

Q

Are there coin lockers?
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No.

Q

Are there restrooms?
A

Yes.

Q

Is there a smoking area?
A

Yes.

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Are there any tourist attractions nearby?
A

Not particularly.

Reviews

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Some reviews are AI-translated.

  • 陳怡君
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    The beach is very clean, and the water looks pretty clear too. The whole area feels relaxing and has a nice vacation vibe.

    It’s not too crowded, so walking along the shore feels მშვიდ and quiet. Great for a slow stroll or just zoning out while looking at the ocean.

    The scenery is really pretty on a nice day, and every photo comes out looking good. If you’re looking for a place that’s not too commercialized and where you can quietly enjoy the sea, this is a really nice spot.

Details

Name in Japanese
姉子の浜
Postal Code
819-1642
Address
Shikaka, Nijo, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Phone
092-326-6336 (Nijo Parking Area)
Closed on
Open daily
Hours
Open for walking at any time *The parking lot is closed at night from 6:00pm to around 9:00am the next day
Admission
Free
Access
1) Approx. 25 minutes on foot from Shikaka Station on the JR Chikuhi Line
2) 3 minutes by car from Shikaka IC on the Nijo-Hamatama Road
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
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