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Mikuni Sunset Beach

三国サンセットビーチ

Coastal beach known for scenic sunsets and offering activities including swimming, water sports, and local seafood dining.

Sunset - symbolic image
Sunset - symbolic image
Admission
Everyone Free
Links
Official website Japanese
Access
Mikunicho Anto, Sakai City, Fukui
〒 913-0063
How to get there
Nearest stationMikuni-Minato Station
三国港
9 min walk from the station
Nearest bus stop宿2 min walk from the bus stop

Mikuni Sunset Beach is known for its picturesque scenery and beautiful sunsets, which can be viewed from the beach or from the nearby Mikuni Sunset Promenade. The beach offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, such as swimming, sunbathing, and beach volleyball. There are also a number of water sports available, such as jet skiing, parasailing, and windsurfing. Additionally, visitors can rent bicycles, and explore the beautiful coastal area. Mikuni Sunset Beach is also known for its delicious seafood, which can be found at the local seafood restaurants and street vendors.

Getting There

Map: Getting to Mikuni Sunset Beach. Legend: Shinkansen. Labelled stations: Fukui, Nagoya, Tsuruga, Awaraonsen, Maibara, Mikuni-Minato.

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