Uchizuma Beach

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Uchizuma Beach in Mugi Town is world-famous among surfers as a surfing mecca where powerful Pacific waves crash ashore. "Uchizuma waves" in particular are renowned for their well-formed shape and power, providing high-level surfing experiences. Meanwhile, the coastline features beautiful white sands and pine groves, serving as an ideal quiet stroll route in the off-season. The area is also famous as a diving spot, allowing for observations of rich coral reefs and colorful fish in the highly transparent sea. A beautiful beach attracting everyone from the active surfers' energetic air to those seeking the calm sea blessings of southern Tokushima.

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Minami-Awa Tourism Bureau

Uchizuma Beach

Address: Mugi Town, Kaifu District, Tokushima Prefecture
Website: https://minamiawa.jp/
Operator: Minami-Awa Tourism Bureau

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