Odaiba Beach

If you’ve never been to Tokyo during the summer months it might come as a surprise that Tokyo lies in a subtropical humid climate. If you have been to Tokyo in the summer months you’ll now be recalling those mornings when you stepped outside and your clothes immediately glued themselves on to you. It gets hot, but you won’t melt as long as you’re heading to Kasai Rinkai Koen or Odaiba Beach to cool off.
Kasai Rinkai Koen lies in the furthest eastern corner of Tokyo proper. It’s a massively impressive park with two islands jutting into Tokyo Bay. One is a bird sanctuary with no access. The other is a long stretch of perfect soft sand beach. Swimming here is only allowed during summer months. The park also hosts clam digging in the summer. Check the schedule for events on the park’s official website or its Twitter. Previously, the water quality in Tokyo Bay was too low to allow swimming, but Kasai Rinkai Park decided to combat that issue by planting thousands of oysters to filter the water. The result, years later, is water quality healthy enough to allow for swimming. Thanks, oysters!
Although closed to swimming (unless you’re a triathlete competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics), Odaiba Beach Park is for water-sport enthusiasts. With a stunning view of Tokyo, Odaiba Beach is the place to be in the summer months. There’s something for everyone here. Beach combing, wading, beach volleyball, stand up paddle boarding, and windsurfing are just a portion of the activities found at Odaiba. The beach becomes especially beautiful at sunset to watch the evening colors reflect on the Rainbow Bridge.