Sand Bath

Sand Bathing is a popular activity on the Beppu beaches of Oita. This tradition started in 1986 and involves your body being buried in the sand as you relax in the warm sand bath. The sand bath is said to be beneficial for healing various things such as cuts, physically week children, stiff joints, sensitivity to colds, and etc. The sand bath is a great way to relax as you ease your tense muscles and stare at the calming beach.