[Scenic Touring Road] [Shizuoka Prefecture] Bike trip to Atami Beach Line! A solo trip on a Harley along a road with beautiful scenery and an exhilarating blue sea.
Hello, this is _hiroyuki.ta. This time, I toured by motorcycle from central Tokyo to Atami Beach Line. The Atami Beach Line is a 6.1km tourist toll road that runs from the Kadokawa intersection in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture to the vicinity of Higashikai Town (Omiya no Matsu). It is a comfortable route that runs along the Sagami Sea coast, and also has a bypass function for National Route 135, which runs parallel to it. This time, I would like to introduce its charm, highlights, motorcycle parking, etc.
Atami Beach Line is a historic toll road that began operating in 1965 (Showa 40). At that time, the number of tourists visiting Atami Onsen and the Izu Peninsula was increasing, so it was built to relieve congestion on National Route 135. Currently, it is operated as a general motorway and can be used by everything from motorcycles (over 125cc) to large vehicles. However, pedestrians, bicycles, motorized bicycles, and motorcycles under 125cc are prohibited from passing.
The biggest feature of Atami Beach Line is its beautiful scenery. As you pass along the coastline, you can see the blue sea and white waves of Sagami Sea up close. In addition, various flowers bloom along the road, and you can enjoy the colorful scenery depending on the season. Spring is the best time to see cherry blossoms and rape blossoms, and fireworks festivals are held in summer. In autumn, you can see beautiful autumn leaves and cosmos, and in winter, you can see Mt. Fuji and snowy scenery. This is a road where you can experience the charm of nature throughout the four seasons.
This time, I toured by motorcycle from central Tokyo to Atami Beach Line. The starting point is Hakozaki Minatobashi Street in central Tokyo. From Hakozaki IC, take Shuto Expressway Route 6 Mukojima Line. From the Shuto Expressway No. 6 Mukojima Line, transfer to the Shuto Expressway Toshin Loop Line at Edobashi JCT. From the Shuto Expressway Inner Loop Line, go to the right at the fork and transfer to the Shuto Expressway No. 3 Shibuya Line. Transfer from Shuto Expressway No. 3 Shibuya Line to Tomei Expressway. From the Tomei Expressway, take the Atsugi IC and transfer to the Odawara-Atsugi Road. Transfer from Odawara Atsugi Road to Seisho Bypass. From the Seisho bypass, exit onto National Route 135 Manazuru Road, turn diagonally to the left at the Kadokawa intersection and enter the Atami Beach Line.
This route covers a distance of 89.6km in approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. Be sure to drive safely when driving on the highway. Also, stop by the service area or parking area as appropriate for a break or to refuel. After getting off the expressway, drive on National Route 135 Manazuru Road, but there are many curves and hills, so slow down and drive carefully. Also, since you will be riding along the coastline, be careful of the effects of wind and waves.
Highlights of Atami Beach Line
Once you arrive at Atami Beach Line, enjoy an exhilarating bike tour. The Atami Beach Line is 6.1km long from Kadokawa Crossing to the vicinity of Higashi-Kashi Town (Omiya no Matsu), but there are various attractions along the way. I will introduce some of them below.
This port is located on the Atami Beach Line. From here, ferries and jetfoils depart to remote islands such as Hatsushima and Izu Oshima. There are also fishing boats and cruise ships. There are also restaurants and souvenir shops at the port. From Izusan Port, you can also see views of Hatsushima Ohashi Bridge and Hatsushima Lighthouse.
This shrine is located a little off the Atami beach line. He has been worshiped as the guardian deity of Atami Onsen since ancient times. The shrine grounds include the main shrine and hall of worship, which are both nationally designated important cultural properties, and a large camphor tree, which is a nationally designated natural monument. You can also enjoy views of Sagami Bay and Hatsushima from the temple grounds.
This is an artificial beach near the end of the Atami Beach Line. The beach is crowded with beachgoers in the summer, but even in the winter there are people who enjoy walking and jogging. From the sandy beach, you can see views of Mt. Fuji and Hatsushima. Additionally, fireworks festivals are held in the summer.
Atami Beach Line motorcycle parking lot
After riding the Atami Beach Line, you can park your bike and walk around the area or take a dip in the hot springs. However, there are few motorcycle parking lots in Atami city, so please be careful. I will introduce some of them below.
Atami station front bicycle parking lot
This is a bicycle parking lot in front of Atami Station. Motorcycles (over 125cc) are also available. Open 24 hours.
Summary
This time, I toured by motorcycle from central Tokyo to Atami Beach Line.
The Atami Beach Line is a comfortable route that runs along the Sagami Sea coastline, allowing you to experience the charm of nature throughout the four seasons.
There are also attractions along the route, such as ports, shrines, and beaches.
Please note that there are few motorcycle parking lots, but there are places where you can park for free, such as at dried fish stores and management offices. Atami Beach Line is a recommended route for motorcycle touring.
[Scenic Touring Road] [Shizuoka Prefecture] Bike trip to Atami Beach Line! A solo trip on a Harley along a road with beautiful scenery and an exhilarating blue sea.
