About
Escape the crowds for dramatic coastlines, relaxing onsen, and unique capybara encounters.
Why go
- A completely different side of japan
- Rugged coastline, ocean views, onsen towns, and a slower pace
- Its emerging identity — relaxed, creative and globally connected
Must try
- See capybaras bathing in hot springs
- Mount omuro
- Jogasaki coast
- Tokai-kan wooden bathhouse
Pro tips
- Book accommodation with a kashikiri onsen (private bath)
- Take the scenic cable car up mount omuro
- Park at the north lot, south lot fills by 9am
- Train from tokyo station is 1 hour 30 minutes
- Starting point for the izu kyu line sea train
Good to know
- Book accommodation with a private bath if you have tattoos
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Rating
4.8 / 5