This is Ito-shi in the Izu peninsula. It has a hot spring called “Ito onsen”, which is the largest in Japan in terms of the amount of hot spring water. You may also want to visit its popular sightseeing locations like “Mt. Omuro”, “Jogasaki Coast”, and “Lake Ippeki”. It is a wonderful resort destination with beautiful waters and hot springs!
About Ito, Izu Peninsula
Ito-shi is located in the middle of the east coast of the Izu Peninsula, it is a city with numerous magnificent sightseeing spots very close to nature such as the impressive cliffs of “Jogasaki Coast”, and “Mt. Omuro”, a beautiful mountain range. Moreover, there are various flower-related spots to enjoy during any season. In addition, it is also famous among swimmers in summer for its striking beach.
Highlights and Hotspots of Ito, Izu
“Mt. Omuro”, the National Natural Monument
Mt. Omuro is like the symbol of Ito-shi, and it is a national natural monument. The views of the soft and splendid landscape from the peak is definitely something you cannot miss.
Spot Information
- Spot name: Mt. Omuro
- Street Address: Ike, Ito-shi, Shizuoka
- Access: Tokyo station 🡪 [Shinkansen] 40 mins 🡪 Atami station 🡪 [JR] 25 mins 🡪 Ito station 🡪 {Tokai bus} 40 mins 🡪 Izu Shaboden Park Mae
- Wi-Fi: not available
- Language: Japanese only
- Ticket: mountain climbing gondola fare
- Credit cards: no credit cards accepted
Jogasaki Coast
Jogasaki Coast is a rugged stretch of dark volcanic cliff coastline formed by the eruption of Mt. Omuro then cooled down, and eroded by the sea. It is a famous sightseeing spot with magnificent views.
Spot Information
- Spot name: Jogasaki Coast
- Address: Futo, Ito-shi, Shizuoka
- Access: Tokyo station 🡪 [Shinkansen] 40 mins 🡪 Atami station 🡪 [JR] 65 mins 🡪 Jogasaki Coast station…walk for 25 mins.
- Wi-Fi: not available
- Ticket: free admission
Lake Ippeki- Indulgence in Beautiful Views in Any Seasons
Lake Ippeki is a volcanic area formed by the eruption of Mt. Omuro. There are lakeside walking trails for visitors to go close to nature and enjoy its splendid views during your relaxing walk.
Spot Information
- Spot name: Lake Ippeki
- Address: Yoshida, Ito-shi, Shizuoka
- Access; Tokyo station 🡪 [Shinkansen] 40 mins 🡪 Atami station 🡪 [JR] 22 mins 🡪 Ito station 🡪 [Bus] 20 mins
- Wi-Fi: not available
- Ticket: free admission
Butsugenji Temple- Have a Panoramic View of the Ito City
Butsugenji is located on a highland with superb views of Sagaminada beach and Ito city. It is also the main venue of festivals like the Hinamatsuri festival.
Spot Information
- Spot name: Butsugenji
- Address: 2-30, Monomigaoka, Ito-shi, Shizuoka
- Access: Tokyo station 🡪 [Shinkansen] approx. 40 mins 🡪 Atami station 🡪[JR] approx. 22 mins 🡪 Ito station 🡪 [Bus] 🡪 get off at Itoshi Shiyakusho (Town office
- Wi-F: not available
- Language: Japanese only
- Ticket: free admission
- Credit cards: no credit cards accepted
Plenty of Hot Spring Inns and Hotels to Enjoy Ito Onsen, Izu Peninsula
Ito onsen is a traditional and the largest hot spring in Shizuoka in terms of the amount of hot spring water, it has been famous for medical therapy since the Edo period, particularly good for seniors and small children. There are as many as 150 accommodating facilities in Ito onsen including resort hotels, guest houses, pensions…for families, large groups, and all kinds of visitors. This wide range of accommodation choices is one of the attractions of the hot spring resort. Besides this, there are also easier, more casual spots like day-trip public baths, ashiyu foot massage hot springs, and more.
Spot Information
- Spot name: Ito onsen
- Address: Ito-shi area, Shizuoka
- Access: Tokyo station 🡪 [Shinkansen] approx. 40 mins 🡪 Atami station 🡪 [JR] approx. 22 mins 🡪 Ito station 🡪 [Izu Express] 24 mins 🡪 Izu Kogen
- Wi-Fi: depends on the hotel/inn
- Language: English
- Credit cards: depends on the hotel/inn
Access to Ito and Izu
To get to Ito-shi from Tokyo, take the shinkansen at “Tokyo station” and get off at “Atami station” (approx. 55 mins). Change to the JR line and get off at “Ito station” (approx. 22 mins).
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