Note: Veedol Beach is temporarily Off-Limits due to extensive tsumani damage.

The Pacific Ocean from the northeastern tip of Honshu to point just south of Hachinohe is off limits for swimming, surfing and other water sports due to strong currents and undertow. However, the Japanese have build a swimming area by placing a breakwater across a small area adjacent to the Misawa Fishing Port. This is the only beach north of Hachinohe where base personnel are permitted to swim.

The area has a nice beach and a small refreshment stand/toilet facility. It's close enough so you can take a few hours and go relax in the sun.

There is a long stretch of beach south of the breakwater but that is unprotected and off limits. There are "No Swimming" signs posted there.

How to get there