The Wakasa area has many swimming beaches such as Wada, Takahama, Suisho-hama and Matsubara. Many people enjoy marine sports such as windsurfing and yachting. Wakasa-Wada Marina is the largest marina on the Japan Sea coast, and the home of more than 480 yachts and boats. Just be careful of the freighters and ferries in the channel. Along the shore are six resort beaches.
Visitors can enjoy swimming, camping, water sports and boating.
In winter, white swans and ducks from Siberia make their homes in its waters. Southwest and northwest is best, but any wind is ok. For many young people, Anamizu Bay is where to be for marine sports in the summer. Boating seminars and lessons are held and windsurfing equipment, sailboats and motorboats are available for rent. In July and August visitors are not allowed to windsurf or kiteboard.