Izu Peninsula
About 2 hr by train from Tokyo
Onsen towns, white-sand beaches and a rugged volcanic coastline south of Fuji.
Why locals go
Beach and hot spring weekend on the Odoriko express.
Visiting Tokyo?
At 2 hr by train, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Tokyo for your flight home.
What to book
- Shimoda beaches
- Jōgasaki coast suspension bridge
- Atami onsen and fireworks
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Ocean-view ryokan with a private bath
- Sunset on the Jōgasaki cliffs
With friends
- Beach day at Shirahama in Shimoda
- Snorkel or dive off the Izu coast
When to go
Year-round, beaches July to August.