As of today, peak season now, through ~November 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Kotohikihama (Kotohiki Beach) in Kyotango, Kyoto Prefecture, is famous for 'singing' or 'squeaking' sand.
Under the right dry, low-humidity conditions the beach produces audible tones when walked on or when sand grains rub together.
The phenomenon is physical, driven by grain shape, size uniformity, and surface dryness rather than a seasonal biological event.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Kotohikihama Central Access (Kotohiki Park) |
| Kotohikihama North End - Quiet Listening Point |
This is the short version
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