Izu Islands

The Izu Islands (伊豆諸島) are a group of volcanic islands located in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 100 kilometers south of Tokyo, Japan. Administratively, they belong to Tokyo and are divided into two subprefectures: Oshima and Miyake. The islands are a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the natural beauty, warm waters, and unique culture of each island.

The Izu Islands are known for their volcanic landscapes, hot springs, and beautiful beaches. The islands are home to several active and dormant volcanoes, including Mount Oyama on Miyake Island, which last erupted in 2000. Visitors can hike to the summits of some of these volcanoes and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding islands and ocean.

The islands are also famous for their hot springs, fed by the region’s volcanic activity. Many of the islands have public hot spring baths where visitors can relax and soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters.

In addition to their natural beauty, the Izu Islands have a rich cultural heritage. The islands are home to a unique culture shaped by their remote location and isolation from the mainland. Visitors can experience this culture through the local cuisine, arts and crafts, and traditional festivals and events specific to each island.

The nine inhabited islands of the Izu Islands are: Izu Oshima, Toshima, Niijima, Shikinejima, Kozushima, Miyakejima, Mikurajima, Hachijojima, and Aogashima. Some of the most popular islands to visit include Miyakejima, known for its rugged coastline and volcanic landscape, and Hachijojima, home to beautiful beaches and subtropical forests.

The Izu Islands are accessible by ferries operated by Tokai Kisen from Takeshiba Pier in Tokyo. Izu Oshima and Hachijojima also have airports with flights from Tokyo. Due to the volcanic nature of the islands, it is essential to check the latest information on volcanic activity and safety measures before planning your visit.

Izu Islands

Izu Oshima Izu Oshima (伊豆大島), the largest island in the Izu archipelago, is a volcanic island located about 120 kilometers south of Tokyo, Japan. Part of the Fuji-H...

Toshima Located approximately 145 kilometers south of Tokyo, Toshima (利島) is one of the islands of the Izu Archipelago, situated in the northern part of the island...

Niijima Niijima (新島), one of the two inhabited islands that make up the village of Niijima (新島村) in the Izu archipelago, is a captivating destination located ap...

Miyakejima Miyakejima (三宅島) is a volcanic island located in the Izu archipelago of Japan. It is part of the Tokyo Metropolitan area and is situated approximately 180...

Kozushima Kozushima (神津島), one of the islands of the Izu Archipelago, is located approximately 180 kilometers south of Tokyo. The island is a popular destination fo...

Mikurajima Mikurajima (御蔵島), a small island located in the Pacific Ocean approximately 200 kilometers south of Tokyo, Japan, is part of the Izu Islands and falls und...

Hachijojima Hachijojima (八丈島), the second largest island in the Izu archipelago, is a volcanic island located approximately 290 kilometers south of Tokyo, Japan. The ...

Links and Resources

Tokai Kisen

https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/island/