Are you feeling depressed by the heat every day? There has been a lot of talk about the record-breaking midsummer days in various places, but in times like these, let's cool off at the beaches! Here are five of Hokkaido's beaches that are open this year!

1.Ishikari Beach Beach "Asobichi Ishikari" (Ishikari City)

It is barrier-free with camping areas, toilets and washroom facilities, as well as outdoor wheelchairs for use on the beach. In addition to the beach, there is a café overlooking the ocean, so why not enjoy it as a view?

2.Usu Beach (Date City)

(image courtesy of NPO Date Tourist Association)

USU Marine Athletic "Atui" is also open, a giant athletic facility on the water! Banana boats and other activities are also available for a fee, and the calm waves of the beach make it a great place for families to have fun.

3. Nanaehama Beach (Hokuto City)

(Source: Hokuto City Tourism Association)

The waves are gentle, so this is a beach where you can collect shells that are washed ashore and enjoy playing in the sand at a leisurely pace. There is a natural hot spring nearby, and on a clear day you can see Mt. Hakodate, so it is a great place to relax after a long day of swimming while taking in the beautiful scenery.

4. Rando Beach (Otaru City)

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This beach has a history of over 100 years as the birthplace of Hokkaido's bathing beaches. There are camping sites as well as cottages and outdoor equipment rental facilities nearby, so you can go camping with nothing.

5. Saru Beach (Kobe Town)

(Image courtesy of Okoppe-cho Tourist Association)

It is very popular with small children because they can see fish and crabs. At the attached cafeteria, you can enjoy meals full of seafood unique to the port town of Saru in Okobe. Camping sites and cottages are also available on the beach, so you can fully enjoy the short summer on the Sea of Okhotsk at Saru Beach.

With hot weather forecasted to continue for the rest of the year, it is best to enjoy swimming on a sunny day. Why not make memories of this short summer in Hokkaido?

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*The site may be closed due to weather or sea surface conditions.
Please be sure to check the official website for opening conditions.