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Ocean and Beach
ActivitiesOcean and Beach
Nearly 30,000 kilometers of coastline means Japan’s ocean activities run from Chiba’s beginner-friendly surf breaks to Okinawa’s coral reefs and the pristine dive sites of the Bonin Islands. Our complete guides to surfing in Japan and diving in Japan cover both in full, region by region. This section also holds our full archive of snorkeling, sea kayaking, and beach travel content, from Hokkaido’s cold-water breaks to the subtropical south.
Snorkeling
Unchanged Uguru: Snorkeling and Diving in Kochi
A warm Pacific breeze blows at our backs and the boat rocks gently as it sets out from the sleepy Sukumo Port as we begin our sno...
Sailing and Boating
Pacific Solo
Preacher-turned-adventurer Lowell Sheppard is preparing for the adventure of his life: a solo journey across the Pacific, fro...
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Minami Izu Lobsters
The sleepy fishing port of Nakagi is liveliest right before dawn breaks, as local fishermen set out on their boats to see...
Autumn
Shikoku Road Trip: Kochi by Camper Van
Mountainous forests and coastal towns dominate most of the prefecture, where visitors will find enterprising locals and nature guides working to revitalize their communities. Shikoku’s winding roads are best explored by car.
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Summer Fun at Izu and Lake Hamana
Izu Peninsula White sandy beaches and azure seas await just less than two hours from Tokyo. The Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka ...
People
All Are We: Interview with Surfer Kelly Potts
Pro surfer Kelly Potts isn't your typical athlete. At a young age, she traded the competitive world for a greater calling: to cre...
Health and Fitness
Yoga for Yokonori
Why is yoga good for yokonori sports? If you’ve never heard of yokonori, it's a Japanese term used to categorize "sideways riding" sports like snowboarding, surfing and skateboarding. These are all active sports, which require a certain amount of mobility to enjoy at any age.
Video
Hokkaido Outdoor Trips: Shakotan Peninsula
The wide open roads and endless choice of parks, campsites, beaches, trails and much more make Hokkaido a fantastic place to wand...