To the sea of Ishigaki Island for everyone to enjoy! What is the Universal Beach Project?

What is the Universal Beach Project?
Ishigaki Island aims to create a "sea that everyone can enjoy

What is the Universal Beach Project?Let's enjoy the ocean together regardless of disabilities.This project aims to make the beach a place where anyone can enjoy.

On Ishigaki Island, the "Universal Beach Experience" is also held once a year as an event at Nannuhama Beach.

In this issue, we will introduce "universal beaches," which are now spreading across the country.

↓Click here for activities you can enjoy on the beaches of Ishigaki Island↓

Ishigaki Island】No need to bring anything! 90-minute Beach Sauna Course at the southernmost point of Japan☆"Get in shape" in the best location (No.498)開始時間10:00 - sunset所要時間Approx. 90 min.17,000 yen

Ishigaki Island / 2 hours / Private Snorkeling Tour】Beginners welcome! Reservation OK the day before (No.281)開始時間9:00 AM / 1:00 PM所要時間Approx. 2 hours44,000 yen

Ishigaki Island / 1 Day] Landing on Phantom Island + Tropical Snorkeling + Blue Cave Exploration, Sea Turtle Beach Snorkeling 《Equipment Rental》 Children can also enjoy! (No.401)開始時間8:20-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours13,800 yen →12,500yen

What is Universal Beach?

What is a "universal beach?"It is a beach where people with physical disabilities, the elderly, and even small children can freely, safely, and comfortably engage in activities.

For example, a wheelchair cannot travel alone on a sandy beach. Universal beaches have mats that allow wheelchairs and strollers to travel, allowing anyone to go to the surf and enjoy the ocean.

Also,If you use the Universal Mega SUP, a giant 7-person SUP board,You can enjoy SUP in a wheelchair!

Amphibious wheelchairmakes it possible to go swimming in the sea.

Facilities and environment required for universal beaches

In addition to activity goods,A multipurpose restroom, shower room, changing beds, changing area, and a handicapped parking space will be needed.

Universal Beach Experience Participant Testimonials

Many handicapped people and their families have given up the option of "going to the beach".

Even if you have come all the way to the ocean, you are just looking at it from afar.

We want to change this situation little by little, and we want everyone to enjoy the ocean, no matter who they are! This is the starting point of our activities.

Why this project started on Ishigaki Island

I want everyone to enjoy the beautiful sea of Ishigaki Island,This project began with this idea.

Launched in 2023, and now in its third year, the initiative is designed to make the entire island "aUniversal IslandThe 2025 event will be held on Saturday, June 28.

What kind of experience can I have?

In the past Ishigaki Island Universal Beach Project, beach mats were provided,Wheelchair access to the surf is smooth.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

Also,Amphibious WheelchairYou can also enjoy swimming in the sea by

*Participants who need assistance with changing clothes or medical care must make their own arrangements.

A beach where everyone can have a great time! ♪
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Ishigaki Island/2 hours] Go behind the scenes of Ishigaki Island! Beach cleanup while watching the sunrise☆Learn about the SDGs☆Group tours and company training (with benefits) (No.480)開始時間One hour before sunrise所要時間Approx. 2 hours4,500 yen

summary

The Universal Beach Project is a project that aims to create an ocean "for everyone to enjoy together.

I would be happy if the project continues on Ishigaki Island and the entire island becomes "safe and secure for everyone to enjoy".

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