Suzaki Harbor

An important fishing harbor in the Suzaki area where people have made their living from fishing since olden times. Many fishing boats which even today catch kinmedai (splendid alfonsino), Shimoda’s sp...

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Ebisu-Jima Island

A small island connected to the mainland by a foot bridge. Visitors can walk around the island and gather seashells. Geological formations which were formed by ancient submarine volcanic eruptions can...

Suzaki

Tsumekizaki Promenade

Approximately 2.7 kilometers long, Tsumekizaki Promenade is a winding path which runs from Suzaki Harbor to Tsumekizaki. Visitors can enjoy a nice stroll while enjoying views of distant islands as wel...

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Green Area Promenade

Walking along the promenade, visitors can enjoy views of the winding coastline and look at the many subtropical plants, wild birds, insects, and other plants and animals in the area. Features a large ...

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Sand Ski Area

The Sand Ski Area is 70 meters long, 100 meters wide, and has a 30 degree slope. It is a sand ski area created by natural phenomena. It is worth visiting just for the view alone.

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Tarai Misaki Promenade

Visitors can enjoy viewing flowers, such as Quercus phillyraeoides and Japanese camellia, and creatures that live along the shore. The 3.7 kilometer promenade runs through a pine forest and along the ...

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Ogasaki Wing

A lookout located just off the side of Route 135 which provides views of Shirahama Beach, Susaki Peninsula, and the Izu Islands. Serves as the perfect rest stop during car trips.

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Aloe no Sato

At Aloe no Sato, the flowers of aloe plants, which are red and triangular in shape, come in to full bloom each December. Visitors can enjoy looking at the red aloe flowers with the cobalt blue sea in ...

Shirahama

Kineido

A well-established Japanese sweets shop opened in 1918. Kineido makes handmade Japanese sweets placing importance on carrying on the original taste and baking techniques since it was first opened.

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Gyokusen Temple

Gyokusen-ji is a temple which became the first US consulate in Japan established by the first American consul general, Townsend Harris. The temple grounds contain the Townsend Harris Museum, which has...

Kakisaki

Hofuku Temple

Features a memorial hall and the grave of “Okichi,” the tragic heroine who was caught up in the drama of Japan’s opening to the West.

central Shimoda

Ryosen Temple

This is where the signing ceremony of the Japan-US Peace Treaty was held led by Commodore Perry.

central Shimoda

Choraku Temple

Chorakuji Temple is the location of the signing of the 1854 Treaty of Shimoda which established diplomatic relations between Japan and Russia.

central Shimoda

Shirahama Shrine

Shirahama Shrine is the oldest shrine in the Izu peninsula with a history of 2400 years. The shrine is noted for its large 2000 year old trees.

Shirahama

Takahashi Omochaten

A toy store known and loved by the children of Shimoda for many years. Takahashi Omochaten most likely has the Japanese-style toy that you are looking for.

central Shimoda

Kimagure Baiten

Kimagure Baiten is a small shop where local farmers sell morning fresh fruits and vegetables which are freshly picked and gathered each morning. Despite being located outside of town, Kimagure Baiten ...

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Kigokoro

Direct seller of fruits, vegetables, and local products that are pesticide free and low in agrochemicals.

Kakisaki

Kinme-Tei

Located at the Shimoda Fish Market, Kinme-Tei is a restaurant which offers a menu focusing on kinmedai (splendid alfonsino), Shimoda’s famous seafood product. Kinme-Tei has the atmosphere of a restaur...

central Shimoda