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Ito, Higashi-Izu
Shizuoka
4.2
Ito, Higashi-Izu
Shizuoka
4.2
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Ito, Higashi-Izu
Ito City and the Higashi-Izu area are full of charming spots, making the entire area a tourist destination. You can enjoy almost all genres, such as history, accommodations, gourmet food, sea, mountains, zoos, botanical gardens, museums, art museums, and leisure activities. The "Mikurigaike Pond" in the Jogasaki Coast, which is said to have been formed by a volcanic eruption about 4,000 years ago, is also a popular spot. The "Mikurigaike Pond" is a thrilling experience with its height and the approaching waves and cliffs. If you're not good with heights, you may feel a little scared, but beyond that thrilling experience awaits a breathtaking view from the lighthouse observation deck. Let's challenge ourselves!
Ito, Higashi-Izu
5 Highlights
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Jogasaki Coast
White waves crashing against the cliffs. Be impressed by the magnificent scenery!
Selected as a "Geopark," Izu is highly valued for its geology. The top spot where you can enjoy such Izu's topography is "Jogasaki Coast." From the suspension bridge over the steep cliffs, you can enjoy thrilling and spectacular views.
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Jogasaki Coast
White waves crashing against the cliffs. Be impressed by the magnificent scenery!
Selected as a "Geopark," Izu is highly valued for its geology. The top spot where you can enjoy such Izu's topography is "Jogasaki Coast." From the suspension bridge over the steep cliffs, you can enjoy thrilling and spectacular views.
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Oomuroyama
The symbol of Izu where you can enjoy magnificent views
This landmark in Ito City is characterized by its shape resembling a green teacup. If you take the lift to the mountaintop, there is nothing to obstruct your view. The lush greenery of Ito City, the shimmering blue Sagami Bay, and the view of Mt. Fuji are truly breathtaking.
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Oomuroyama
The symbol of Izu where you can enjoy magnificent views
This landmark in Ito City is characterized by its shape resembling a green teacup. If you take the lift to the mountaintop, there is nothing to obstruct your view. The lush greenery of Ito City, the shimmering blue Sagami Bay, and the view of Mt. Fuji are truly breathtaking.
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Granparks Park
Enjoy all-day fun with a variety of activities!
An amusement park with a vast area equivalent to five Tokyo Domes, featuring a variety of attractions that can be enjoyed by children, adults, and even dogs! The Grand Illumination at night is breathtakingly powerful, and has won first place in the national illumination rankings.
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Granparks Park
Enjoy all-day fun with a variety of activities!
An amusement park with a vast area equivalent to five Tokyo Domes, featuring a variety of attractions that can be enjoyed by children, adults, and even dogs! The Grand Illumination at night is breathtakingly powerful, and has won first place in the national illumination rankings.
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Shaboten Zoo
A zoo where you can get up close and personal with the animals. Be healed by capybaras and squirrel monkeys.
You can interact with about 140 species of animals. In winter, you can feel warm and fuzzy watching capybaras taking an open-air bath. As the name "Shaboten Park" suggests, there are about 1,500 species of cacti from all over the world, making it a must-see attraction.
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Shaboten Zoo
A zoo where you can get up close and personal with the animals. Be healed by capybaras and squirrel monkeys.
You can interact with about 140 species of animals. In winter, you can feel warm and fuzzy watching capybaras taking an open-air bath. As the name "Shaboten Park" suggests, there are about 1,500 species of cacti from all over the world, making it a must-see attraction.
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Ito Onsen
A hot spring with a Taisho Roman atmosphere lined with wooden buildings
This hot spring has a Taisho Roman atmosphere with wooden buildings built in the Showa era. The water is smooth and gentle on the skin, and is effective for neuralgia, rheumatism, and injuries. After touring the natural resort with a nostalgic atmosphere, relax and soak in the hot spring!
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Ito Onsen
A hot spring with a Taisho Roman atmosphere lined with wooden buildings
This hot spring has a Taisho Roman atmosphere with wooden buildings built in the Showa era. The water is smooth and gentle on the skin, and is effective for neuralgia, rheumatism, and injuries. After touring the natural resort with a nostalgic atmosphere, relax and soak in the hot spring!
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Seafood Galore on the Dried Fish Street
Experience the best dried fish that showcases the skills of artisans
Ito's Dried Fish Street is lined with dried fish shops selling a variety of seafood such as horse mackerel, mackerel, sardines, and squid. To keep the plump flesh intact, it takes more than just drying. The skills of Ito's artisans, including the technique of sun-drying, are incorporated into the process.
Izu Kinmedai (Golden Eye Snapper from Izu)
Great ingredient for any cooking method, such as simmering and grilling.
Among Izu, Ito is known for having a lot of branded Kinmedai (Golden Eye Snapper) being caught. When it comes to Kinmedai, simmered dish is the first thing that comes to mind, but fresh Kinmedai from Ito is also great for sushi or lightly grilled dishes!
Meat Fried Rice
A local B-class gourmet recommended by the locals.
When you think of Ito, you may have a strong image of seafood, but actually, meat fried rice is a soul food. It is a fried rice dish where pork and cabbage are used as a base and poured over rice with a thick sauce. You can enjoy it at restaurants in Ito and its vicinity, including the holy land of meat fried rice, "Kappa Shokudo".
Chin Chin Age
Traditional Ito cuisine using seafood.
Chin Chin Age is a local dish of Ito, where various ingredients such as burdock, green onion, and squid are mixed with mackerel paste and fried. It is named "Chin Chin Age" because it makes a "chin chin" sound when fried in oil. It is recommended to try and compare the Chin Chin Age from various shops.
Mago Chazuke
The ultimate collaboration of horse mackerel sashimi and chazuke.
Mago Chazuke was originally a fisherman's meal, and its name comes from the meaning of "don't hesitate, eat quickly". This dish, in which horse mackerel sashimi is generously placed on top of rice and then topped with dashi, is becoming increasingly popular, with recent media coverage.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥13,211
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥37,500
Best Season
6~10 Month
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