Shimoda Sea Aquarium
This aquarium uses a natural cove in Shimoda Bay.The sight of bottlenose dolphins swimming freely in the open sea is a unique draw here.
Dolphin and sea lion shows run daily, and the hands-on dolph...
central Shimoda
Shimoda Ropeway
Take the ropeway up Nesugatayama for breathtaking views and matchmaking luck!From the summit observatory you can see Shimoda Port, famous for the arrival of the black ships, and the Izu Islands, wit...
central Shimoda
Izu Cruise Shimoda Port Inner Cruise
The Black Ship Susquehanna, a sightseeing boat that recreates the foreign warship that arrived in the late Tokugawa period.On a roughly 20-minute cruise, you can enjoy Shimoda townscape and the harb...
central Shimoda
Shimoda History Museum
This is the History Museum located in downtown Shimoda.The museum exhibits valuable local artifacts that tell Shimoda’s history and culture, including materials related to figures linked to the open...
central Shimoda
Museum of Black Ship（Kurohune Museum）
A cultural exchange museum exploring how Japanese people saw foreign lands and how foreigners saw Japan.At Kurofune Theater, a large screen clearly presents both Japanese and American perspectives f...
central Shimoda
Roadside Station “Kaikoku Shimoda Minato”
Roadside Station on the waterfront overlooking Shimoda Port.It features eateries serving local seafood, a shop offering Shimoda‑style souvenirs, and a tourist information center, making it a popular s...
central Shimoda
Harbor Museum & Kajiki Museum
The museum on the 4th floor of Roadside Station “Kaikoku Shimoda Minato” introduces the history of Shimoda Port and its maritime culture.It offers clear chronological exhibits and detailed models, plu...
central Shimoda
Perry Road
This atmospheric path is said to be the route Commodore Perry’s party took toward Ryosenji Temple during the late Edo period.Along the roughly 400 m stretch, you’ll find stone paving, rows of willow...
central Shimoda
Monument of Perry landing
Perry was satisfied with Shimoda, which met several conditions for a port to open, and after the treaty made Shimoda an immediate opening, Perry’s fleet sailed into the harbor one after another.
A...
central Shimoda
Shimoda Park
Shimoda Park is located on a small hill overlooking central Shimoda. Visitors can enjoy views of the city and the sea from various viewing platforms located within the park as they stroll along surrou...
central Shimoda
The opening of the country monument
The word of two people in the relief image of Commodore Perry and Harris consul to the opening of the country square in Shimoda park is carved.
It was built to commemorate the Shimoda opened 100 year...
central Shimoda
Kyusawamuratei
An old Japanese-style house made built along Perry Road over 100 years ago featuring Namako walls and Izu stone. Entry is free.
central Shimoda
Namako Walls
Namako walls feature a Japanese architectural style with black and white contrast. There are several Namako style houses scattered around Shimoda city which can even be seen today.
central Shimoda
Tsuchito Liquor Shop Storehouse Gallery
A gallery located in the old-fashioned Japanese storehouse of a liquor shop founded in 1887. Guests can enter the gallery free of charge.
central Shimoda