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Shimoda is a pleasant city on the Izu Peninsula. It has historical importance as the landing place of several of Commodore Perry's "black ships" in 1854, an event which marked the end of Japan's era of isolation and the start of diplomatic relations between the US and Japan.

Attractions

1  Shirahama Beach White sand beach just outside Shimoda. User rating: 82/100 (35 votes) Visited by: 59 users  2  Perry Black Ships Attractions related to Perry's arrival. User rating: 76/100 (15 votes) Visited by: 24 users  3  Shimoda Park Attractive, forested hilltop park. User rating: 70/100 (25 votes) Visited by: 51 users

Access and Orientation

Access and Orientation How to get to and around the Izu Peninsula. About transportation in Japan

Accommodation

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Japanese Inn Kokoro Nodoka From 5990Yen. Free private onsen baths and pick-up. 5min to beautiful beach and Izukyu train sta. Some ocean view rooms. Kurhaus Ishibashi Ryokan Traditional ryokan at Shimoda Rendaiji Onsen with 130 years of history. 10 different bath tubs. Free pick-up provided. Hotel Kona Besso The only inn in Izu with all 8 hanare private guest residences designed in the style of a sukiya Kyoto tea-ceremony house. Azveil Hotel & Spa Atami Elegant hotel with modern Japanese atmosphere in hot springs resort Atami. 38 rooms and luxurious spas. Gyokusho-en Arai A superior traditional onsen ryokan at Toi Onsen, Nishi Izu (West Izu). Open-air private baths. 2min walk from bus stop.

Japanese Links

Shimoda City Homepage Official website.