Best places: Things to dos in Shimoda, Japan

Sprawling destination with a bustling atmosphere featuring white sand & mountain views.

Leafy cliffs edge a sandy beach with calm waters for swimming, separate surfing area & board rental.

Long, undeveloped white-sand beach, a popular destination for surfing.

Popular for surfing & swimming, this beach has rocky outcrops on both ends & is backed by grass.

👍👍 Gorgeous Shinto shrine located near the beach and a red torii gate by the ocean 🌊 the grounds itself are well maintained and a goshuin stamp is available. A parking lot is available next to the shrine and I believe free for the first hour.

👍👍 Scenic beaches. Absolutely this place is worth a visit! The ocean water is very clear and beautiful. We found crabs, hermit crabs, shrimp, and lots of little fish on the rocks on the beach! Restrooms and restaurants are also available on this beach. The waves on Shimoda's beaches tend to be high. Ho...

👍 A lighthouse in Tsumekizaki. There is a paid parking lot, so park there. There is a parking lot near the beach, but I couldn't stop when I went, so I parked in the parking lot on the hill at the entrance. About a 15 minute walk to the lighthouse. When it's bright, the road is clear and accessible,...

Offshore recreation area with a promenade over dramatic rock formations patterned by ash & lava.

Scenic park on a hill with many hydrangeas & 3 observatories overlooking the bay & ocean.

Popular flower garden in a park on a peninsula offering walking paths & ocean views.

Small, secluded beach featuring calm water ideal for snorkeling, plus views of nearby mountains.

Floating aquarium with an underwater viewing deck, plus dolphin shows, penguin feeding & rays.

👍👍 It has a great local flavor. The clarity of water is excellent. Nice temperature in summer. This is a hidden jewel of Izu.

Round sea cave known for the large hole in its roof & panoramic ocean views from the crater edge.

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed

👍👍 Rent a sand board from the nearby store for maximum excitement. Around afternoon, there was no people and you can visit this for free. Just next to this spot, there is a hidden beautiful sea cave.