Okoshiki beach on the Okoshiki Coast, in the town of Uto, Kumamoto Prefecture is a hidden gem when it comes to photography in Japan. Due to the shallow waters at Okoshiki beach, come low tide when the water retreats, a massive expanse of beach is unearthed. In the process of the receding tides, the tides create a unique pattern in the sandbar.
Most photographers head to Okoshiki beach when both the tide is out, and at sunset. This creates a stunning photo opportunity, where the pooled water in between the naturally formed wave pattern reflects the sunlight.
The ideal view of Okoshiki Beach is from Mikorai Beach Observatory, a hillside viewing area which provides the best viewing of the low tide wave patterns. On a clear day with good visibility, Nagasaki Prefecture is visible off in the distance. The distance between Nagasaki Prefecture and Okoshiki Beach is about 17km. With the beaches close proximity
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Accessing Okoshiki Beach
The Okoshiki Coast can be accessed easily by train, on the Misumi Line. The walk from JR Oda Station to the Okosihiki beach is less than a kilometer, taking less than ten minutes by walking.
From Kumamoto Station, the ride on the train is approximately 40 minutes, costing 570JPY one way.
The Mikorai Beach Observatory is about a 20 minute walk, up a small hill from the station.
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