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Cape Irozaki (ΘLè, Irōzaki) lies along the southern coastline of the Izu Peninsula at the peninsula's southernmost tip. The Irozaki lighthouse and Iro Shrine can be found at the cape; the shrine is built into the rocks at the very tip of the cape and offers beautiful views of the craggy coast.

The coast around Cape Irozaki is rugged and relatively unspoiled, and can be viewed from sightseeing cruises which last about 25 minutes. There are also other nice capes along the southern coastline with rocky shorelines, craggy terrain and some of the Izu Peninsula's best beaches.

The other capes and beaches along the southern coast of Izu are less touristically developed, but nevertheless pleasant. One of the nicest is Cape Tarai, eight kilometers east of Cape Irozaki. The cape has a stony beach and nature trails which lead through the forest.

Another three kilometers east of Cape Tarai is Toji, a tiny beach town with other attractions such as the naturally formed Ryugu Sea Cave that looks like a heart when seen from above. There is also a natural sand ski ground a few steps away from the sea cave. Visitors can rent boards from nearby lodgings and use them to slide down the sandy slope.

Getting there and around

Tokai Bus operates hourly buses between Izukyu-Shimoda Station and Cape Irozaki. From Izukyu-Shimoda Station, take a bus bound for Irozaki Oceanpark (ΘLèƒI[ƒVƒƒƒ“ƒp[ƒN) and get off at the final stop (45 minutes, 1020 yen one way). From the bus stop, it is a few hundred meters on foot to the lighthouse and cape.

Cape Tarai is about a 30 minute walk east of Kyukamura (‹x‰É‘º) bus stop, which can be reached in about 25 minutes from Izukyu-Shimoda Station along the same bus line (630 yen one way).

The sea cave and the sand ski ground in Toji are a five minute walk from the Ryugukutsu (—´‹{ŒA) bus stop, about 20 minutes from Izukyu-Shimoda Station via buses bound for Toji (“c‹, 20 minutes, 450 yen one way, about one bus/hour).

Tokai Bus offers the Irozaki and Shimoda 2-Day Pass for 2100 yen for unlimited use of buses in the southern Izu Peninsula, including the ones from Shimoda to Irozaki, Cape Tarai and Toji.

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Hotels around Izu Peninsula

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    • Watei Kazekomichi
      Luxury
      Located in Atami, 2.1 km from Atami Sun Beach, Watei Kazekomichi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star ryokan offers room service, free shuttle service and free WiFi. Each room is equipped with a balcony with a city view. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. Watei Kazekomichi offers certain units with garden views, and each room comes with a kettle. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. An Asian breakfast is available daily at Watei Kazekomichi. The ryokan offers 4-star accommodation with a hot spring bath. Shuzen-ji Temple is 31 km from Watei Kazekomichi, while Hakone-Yumoto Station is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Oshima Airport, 56 km from the accommodation.
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    • Guest House MARUYA
      Budget-friendly
      Located in the central area of Atami and a 15-minute walk from JR Atami Station, Guest House MARUYA offers capsule rooms fitted with Japanese futon-bedding. Guests can take a few minutes' walk to soak in the nearby hot springs or a 10-minute drive to visit the Atami Castle. JR Shinyokohama Station can be reached with a 50-minute ride on the shinkansen (bullet train). Haneda Airport is a 2-hour drive away from the property. There is a shared kitchen and lounge, where guests can socialise and relax. Washing machines and towel rentals are available at a surcharge. Each room at MARUYA Guest House comes with a power outlet and clothes hangers. Bathroom facilities are shared with other guests. Meals are not provided at the property; however, there are several dining options nearby.
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    • Hotel New Akao
      Luxury
      Hotel New Akao is a 10-minute ride from JR Atami Train Station, and a free shuttle is offered. The modern accommodation features hot-spring baths with ocean views, a rooftop garden and a French restaurant. Spacious guest rooms offer both air conditioning and heating facilities. Each room is equipped with a fridge, a tea/coffee maker and a television set. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a bathtub. Free WiFi is availble in all areas.
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    • Atami Korakuen Hotel
      Luxury
      Situated in Atami, 1.4 km from Atami Sun Beach, Atami Korakuen Hotel features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is set 28 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, 33 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and 47 km from Mount Daruma. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, all rooms at Atami Korakuen Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a balcony. The units will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. The reception at Atami Korakuen Hotel can provide tips on the area. Hakone Checkpoint is 21 km from the hotel, while Hakone Shrine is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oshima Airport, 54 km from Atami Korakuen Hotel.
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    • Guesthouse Nishihara
      Budget-friendly
      Located in Atami and with Atami Sun Beach reachable within 1.9 km, Guesthouse Nishihara provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 2-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The guest house offers certain rooms with city views, and each room includes a kettle. At Guesthouse Nishihara each room comes with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers 2-star accommodation with a hot spring bath and barbecue. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 25 km from Guesthouse Nishihara, while Shuzen-ji Temple is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Oshima Airport, 56 km from the guest house.
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    • Atami Onsen Guest House Megumi
      Mid-range
      Situated in a quiet neighbourhood in Atami, Guest House Megumi is just a 5-minute walk from JR Atami Station. Atami Sun Beach is can be reached via a 4-minute stroll. Private parking and free WiFi are available on site. Every room has a sea view, and guests can enjoy fireworks during Atami Fireworks Festival in a guest room. A shared bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a shared lounge with a TV at the property. For guests' comfort, a natural hot spring bath is provided free of charge. Rental towels and washing machine are available at a fee. There are some dining options and convenience store within a 10-minute walk. Izusan Shrine is 1.6 km from Guest House Megumi, while Nagahama Beach is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 81 km from Guest House Megumi.
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    • Hotel Micuras
      Mid-range
      Located along Atami Sun Beach and looking out to the Pacific Ocean, Hotel Micuras boasts spacious hot spring baths, a sauna and a massage spa. This modern and stylish hotel offers large guestrooms and free Wi-Fi at the public area. JR Atami Station is a 10-minute walk away. Fitted with a relaxing ambience and wide windows, each room comes with a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. A fridge and an electric kettle with tea bags are also included. Rooms with sea views feature a shower booth with a rain shower head. While staying at the Micuras Hotel guests can unwind in the public hot spring baths with a great ocean view, or receive rejuvenating massages at on-site Sanacion Spa. Free luggage storage services are offered. The hotel is a 12-minute walk from Kinomiya Shrine. MOA Museum of Art is a 10-minute drive or taxi ride away. Micuras Dining restaurant offers exquisite French cuisine and fine wine in an elegant setting. The hotel serves American breakfast daily.
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    • Relax Resort Hotel
      Luxury
      Located at the top of the hill overlooking the sea, ”MŠC‰·ò Relax Resort Hotel ƒŠƒ‰ƒbƒNƒXƒŠƒ][ƒgƒzƒeƒ‹ offers luxurious resort accommodation with exotic Bali-inspired d?cor. Guests can enjoy rejuvenating beauty treatments at spa facilities or relax in hot spring baths. The hotel offers butler and concierge services to cater for each guestfs needs. All spacious rooms feature a balcony and views of ocean. They are equipped with Bali-made canopy beds and furniture, as well as a flat-screen TV and a well-stocked fridge. A DVD player, an air purifier and a hairdryer are also included. Some rooms come with an open-air hot spring bath on the balcony. Resort Hotel Relaxfs 24-hour front desk offers free luggage storage services. The indoor hot spring baths and sauna can be used privately. A dedicated butler and an English-speaking concierge can take care of shoe shine, taxi hire and sightseeing arrangements. The hotel is a 5-minute drive away from JR Atami Station. Atami Plum Garden is a 10-minute drive away, and MOA Museum of Art is a 20-minute drive from the property. Organic & Natural Nine restaurant serves Japanese/Western breakfast and lunch meals, as well as delicately prepared course meals at night. The Lounge caf? offers refreshments and cocktails in a stylish ambiance.
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    • ISHINOYA Atami
      Luxury
      Situated in Atami, 2.7 km from Atami Sun Beach, ISHINOYA Atami features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star ryokan offers free shuttle service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is located 27 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station. The ryokan provides some rooms with sea views, and rooms include a private bathroom. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at ISHINOYA Atami. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot spring bath. Shuzen-ji Temple is 31 km from ISHINOYA Atami, while Mount Daruma is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oshima Airport, 57 km from the ryokan.
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    • Yuyado Ichibanchi
      Mid-range
      Featuring open-air hot-spring baths and traditional multi-course meals, Shihomiya Ryokan is a 3-minute walk from JR Atami Train Station. The Japanese rooms include futon beds and a flat-screen TV. Ryokan Shihomiyafs air-conditioned rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens. Guests can make fresh green tea or enjoy a drink from the minibar. A Western toilet is attached, and bathing facilities are shared. Kurai Shrine and MOA Museum are just 1.6 km away. Himenosawa Park and Nishi-Atami Golf Course are about a 15-minute drive from the hotel. A hot-spring bath can be reserved for private use, for a fee. Guests can relax with a massage. Coffee and tea are offered at the lobby cafe.
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