The beach below Kouri Ohashi Bridge is the safest choice for playing in the water.
The official swimming season here runs from April to October every year. There are lifeguards on duty, safety nets, and the public facilities nearby are the most complete as well.
Kouri Beach | Review by 10BRENDA
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Tokei Beach
Located on the northern part of Kouri Island, a small island about 8 km in circumference, Tokei Beach lies beyond Tinu Beach, known for its heart-shaped "Heart Rock." This beautiful beach, split into eastern and western sections by a small peninsula, still features coral remnants.
The beach is absolutely beautiful. It makes you want to run right in and play in the water and waves.
Since it’s a more natural, undeveloped beach, though, there really aren’t any public restrooms or shower facilities nearby. -
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Tinu Beach
Located on the northern side of Kouri Island, a small island surrounded by beautiful emerald-green waters and spanning about 8 km in circumference, Tinu Beach is a popular spot. Known as the "Island of Love" for centuries, Kouri Island draws special attention to Tinu Beach, home to the heart-shaped rock formation, or "Heart Rock," a famous love-themed power spot.
It looks beautiful from a distance, like two hearts standing in the sea.
Just a quick heads-up: the path to Heart Rock includes a small steep slope and some uneven rocky ground, so be sure to wear comfortable, non-slip sneakers or flat shoes, take it slow, and stay safe. -
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Sounkyo Onsen
Located within Daisetsuzan National Park, this is one of Hokkaido’s premier hot spring destinations, blessed with dramatic gorge scenery and an abundant supply of hot spring water. Sitting at an elevation of about 670 meters, the area captivates visitors with natural beauty that changes with the seasons. In autumn, the mountains are painted in vivid reds and yellows, while winter transforms the landscape into a vast, shimmering world of snow-each season offering a completely different experience.
Sounkyo Gorge, nestled between the mountains, is filled with lush greenery as far as the eye can see, and even the air feels crisp and forest-fresh.
With streams accompanying you along the way (definitely take a walk if you get the chance), staying in this hot spring town and enjoying the "three baths a day" experience felt deeply healing for both body and mind.
The biggest surprise was spotting a family of wild deer out for an evening stroll while soaking in the bath. That unexpected encounter with nature was incredibly special. Just watching their graceful movements was amazing, though I have to admit I was a little nervous, worried one of them might suddenly make a bold leap right over to me. -
