Izu Oshima, Tokyo The shrine is located in the Izumizu district in the northwestern part of Izu Oshima, surrounded by a grove of cedar trees and moss-covered stone steps that create a serene and peaceful atmosphere whenever you visit. The present shrine was built in the Showa period (1926-1989), and there is a legend of Hiimi-sama in the Izumitsu district where the shrine is located. The legend tells of 25 young islanders who killed a bad government official, built a boat out

Izu Oshima, Tokyo Ura-Sabaku , Japan's only true desert located on Izu Oshima island, is a vast, otherworldly landscape of black volcanic sand and ash formed by eruptions of Mt. Mihara. Accessible by hiking trails, it offers dramatic, sparse scenery with panoramic views, volcanic rock, and, occasionally, patches of pampas grass.

Izu Oshima, Tokyo Fudeshima (Brush Island) is a 30-meter-high, cone-shaped rock islet off the coast of Izu Oshima, which resembles the tip of a traditional Japanese writing brush ( fude ). Formed by hardened, wave-eroded volcanic rock from a prehistoric volcano, it stands as a striking landmark and a sacred site known locally as a "dwelling place of the gods".

Izu Oshima, Tokyo Habu port (minato) is a small port town on the southeastern coast of Izu Oshima. It was built around 200 years ago, and its quaint streets and gorgeous ocean views offer you a chance to step back in time. Officially opened in 1800 after extensive excavation of rocks, the port flourished as a sheltered, natural harbor and fishing hub until the mid-1900s, later becoming a famous tourist spot. This small village was the inspiration for Yasunari Kawabata's novel

Izu Oshima, Tokyo This black beach was formed by the accumulation of volcanic ash, volcanic sand, and eroded volcanic rock that was washed down through the valley. Every year sea turtles lay their eggs in the sand. About 1km long.

Izu Oshima, Tokyo A boat ride from Atami port to Izu Oshima. Large-scale eruptions used to occur on Izu Oshima every 100 to 200 years on average, and volcanic ejecta such as scoria and volcanic ash accumulated and formed the stripe pattern. The stripes are about 30 m high and 630 m long, and are also known as "baumkuchen" because of their appearance. The strata look like folds because of their gentle curvature, but they were originally formed by parallel layers of earth over

Shizuoka Driving through east coast of Izu peninsula. Ebisu Island (えびす島) in Shimoda, located on the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula near the Susaki Peninsula , is a small, accessible island reachable via a bridge, offering unique geological formations, a small shrine, a lighthouse, and excellent snorkeling opportunities. It was getting dark and no time to explore the island in this trip. Ito Port serves as a marine access point. Ito is a picturesque resort town nestled

Shimoda, Shizuoka Located within the grounds of Ryōsenji Temple is a cave tomb believed to be the burial site of a powerful local figure from the Kofun period, dating back over 1300 years. The cave is approximately 10 meters long, and due to erosion, it opens up to the other side.　In addition to human remains, artifacts such as magatama beads, faceted beads, gold rings, copper bracelets, Haji ware pottery, and Sue ware pottery were unearthed.