Marine experience

About Seaside Shimoda
The sea near Shimoda is decorated with the beautiful contrast of white sandy beaches, blue ocean waves, and green lush mountains. It is the nearest tropical resort to Tokyo.
The coastline of Shimoda has nine beaches with transparent water, tide pools, ports and harbors. These are popular sites for a variety of marine sports and activities

気のあった仲間と気ままなクルーズに !~下田港モーターボートレンタル~(下田ボートサービス)

Name of office
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  9,000 yen~

Sea Kayak Experience tour – with outdoor lunch ♪ (SURFACE)

Name of office
SURFACE
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  12,500 yen~
We will go on a tour by sea kayak, just as riding bicycle on the ocean. You can enjoy the scenery from sea level which is quite different from that from land. The coastline provides us different views, such as coves and caves, etc. You can enjoy snorkeling from July to September, in an ordinary tour.

Aloha! Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Experience (KAI ‘TO Sea kayak School)

Name of office
KAI'TO Sea Kayak School
Period
Throughout a year
March - October
Fee
1 people  8,700 yen~
Our clubhouse is just in front of the beach ! We guide you to the best points for kayaking, around small islands in the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy snorkeling together with colorful fish, when you arrive shallow?water behind one of the islands. After having fun with sea creatures, get on the kayak again and return to Sotoura Coast. Our kayak is high quality SOTK type for 2 passengers (3, if a primary school student is in the middle) with high stability and safety. Even beginners can be satisfied and enjoy it.? The course is designed for beginners, but such that you can savor the real pleasure of being at sea.

Due to conditions and seasons, snorkeling might not be available, for your attention. (Ask for details.)

Dolphines jump across high above you ! – Amazing Seat (Shimoda Aquarium)

Name of office
Shimoda Aquarium
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  1,500 yen~
Amazing Seat is the special floating vessel affords you the sight of "Wonder Ocean (dolphin show)” in the natural cove of the aquarium, where dolphins swim and dive joyously. Watching from nearly 0m sea level, you cannot help loving dolphins who wish to greet you with murmuring and action. The Amazing Seat gives you the chance of real surprise when the dolphins rush out of the water and jump across above you.

Let’s paddle out to the Pacific Ocean as if you were a seabird ! (Shimoda Kayak Center)

Name of office
Shimoda Kayak Center
Period
Throughout a year
April 1st ー October 31st
Fee
1 people  8,500 yen~
Shimoda Kayak Center is a sea kayaking club and help our guests, couples, families, friends, play in the sea. The program consists of lessons, tour of kayaking, and snorkeling. (half day)
Please return to your innocent childhood and experience the excitement you never have felt in daily life.
*As a memory of the experience, a photo CD is offered to you !

Dawn of Modern Age. Exploring Shimoda Harbor by Susquehanna (Izu Cruise)

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Izu Cruise
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  1,500 yen~
The cruise takes you around Shimoda harbor for 20 minutes. The scent of history still drifts. Perry's fleet stayed here for more than a month to conclude the Shimoda Treaty. A patriot Shoin Yoshida approached the Black Ship, by a small boat, to negotiate with Commodore about taking him to the US, but refused, only to be taken captive by Japanese magistrate. While he was out on bail, he opened a private school in his hometown Hagi and educated disciples who conducted turbulent Japan. Please visit the Gukisho of Shoin Yoshida in the mountain side of Rendaiji, where he hid himself before his attempt to go out of Japan. (10 minutes' drive /?Wednesday holiday)

Offshore big fish struggle in the summer, around Shirahama, Irozaki (Hyosukemaru)

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Hyosukemaru Fishing Boat
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  15,500 yen~
Off the coast fishing experience (Shirahama / Irozaki) 5:00am - 2:00pm.
Fee : 15,500yen (tax included) / 1 rod.
Fourth generation from the great grandfather in Kakisaki.? The captain is a cheerful seaman who is stuck to madai(red sea bream).
If you use 1 fishing rod, you are charged for this single rod, and number of persons does not matter, whether you are a couple or a family.
Even you are an absolute beginner, we will help you kindly.
Children below elementary school will get discounts on fishing+boarding?or accommodation. (please contact us)
In addition to madai, we target moroko (longtooth grouper) & kanpachi (amber jack) during June to November.

Fishing inn Hyosukeya is in front of our floating bridge. Make reservation early, as we have only 4 rooms. Overnight stay without meals : 4,000yen (tax included)Parking lot is free.

須崎発 本格遊漁船釣り体験(第五たなか丸)

Name of office
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  14,000 yen~

綺麗な伊豆の海で忘れられない想い出を!「カヤック 洞窟探検ツアー(初心者)」( ワンダフルワールド) 

Name of office
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  12,100 yen~

Experience Surfing (IRIE COFFEE & SEA)

Name of office
IRIE COFFEE & SEA
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  8,800 yen~
Please enjoy surfing in beautiful Shirahama Beach in Izu. Surfing is a fun sport
that also serves as a body balance training.
After image training on the beach, we will surf in the sea.

Catch seasonal fish with fishing boat (Hachikuramaru)

Name of office
Hachikuramaru Fishing Boat
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  9,000 yen~
One day fishing : 11,000 - 18,000yen (excluding tax)

3 hours easy course 8,000 yen - (excluding tax)?for 2 persons or more.

Diving based in Shimoda, English support available! (East Dive)

Name of office
East Dive
Period
Throughout a year
8:00~13:00 (The diving trip takes 4 to 5 hours)
Fee
1 people  24,000 yen~
Trial diving (held at Kujyuppama, Shobuzawa, and Jogasaki.)

Experienced divers can enjoy hammerhead diving at Mikomotojima.
It depends on the sea conditions on the day

1 day cruise around Izu Islands aboard Ferry Azalea (Shinshin Kisen, Marine Transportation)

Name of office
Shinshin Kisen, Marine Transportation
Period
Throughout a year
Holiday : Wednesday
Fee
1 people  6,060 yen~
'1 Day Cruise around Izu Islands with Ferry Azalea,' departure 9:30am-Return 4:30pm (Shimoda Port).
The scenery of Izu Islands, namely Toshima, Nijima, Shikinejima and Kozushima, either ancient submarine volcanoes or active / dormant volcanic islands, are really impressive, recalling the memory of geological formation of the earth. Even without disembarking at islands, 'One Day Cruise' affords you the opportunity to witness what dramatically took place on the theatre of Ocean. Recommended is the 1st class Cabin (only 1 room) providing the luxury of twin-bed room with living, shower room and private deck outside. (※) Internet is not available (#) Lunch can be reserved at Family Store Miyatora, brought up to the deck at Shikinejima.

Surfing School in the AA quality Tatado Beach (Baguse Surf Shop)

Name of office
Baguse Surf Shop
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  9,900 yen~
90 minuets surfing lesson.
For beginners, we will let you experience the fun of taking off and riding waves.
Intermediate persons should aim at higher level.
Wouldn't you like to surf in AA quality clean water sea? We'll help you make the first step
in the sea. Please apply to the lesson, with family, friends, etc. !

Diving & Snorkeling, Training course for diving license (MARINE SOFT SHIMODA)

Name of office
MARINE SOFT SHIMODA
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 group  6,600 yen~
We will guide you in our diving or snorkeling tour under the sea of South Izu, from adults to children. Experience the sea of Shimoda, which is deep blue as far as the eye can see.

Surfing Experience in the beautiful Irita Beach (Pink Mafia)

Name of office
Pink Mafia
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 group  8.000 yen~
The water at Irita Beach has been verified as AA. Waves are great and you, from beginner to advanced surfer, can enjoy surfing. Professional surfer Hiraku Ogawa teaches you one-on-one. (up to 2people)
9,000yen-/person(tax, insurance and surf board rental included ) If you bring your surf board please make us know.
Wetsuit rental : 2,000yen-(tax included)
Also, SUP(Stand Up Paddle) lesson is available. 8,000yen/person, 2 hours,
exclusively for you.(1 person) (tax included)

Let’s get friends with Dolphins at ‘Dolphin Feeding’ (Shimoda Aquarium)

Name of office
Shimoda Aquarium
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  1,500 yen~
It is a unique and popular plan of Shimoda aquarium, floating in a natural cove.
You can feed a dolphin, shake hands, or experience a petit trainer.
You have chances to get friends with dolphines !
There are other plans such as "Dolphin Watching Boat," where you can ride the boat around the cove, accompanied by dolphins.
'Amazing Seat,' a dolphine show, really amazing to watch dolphines jump high above your head, the latest line-up.

Challenge huge fishes in an expedition fishing boat (Ryushomaru)

Name of office
Ryushomaru (fishing boat)
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  14,300 yen~
We want you to enjoy fishing on board Ryushomaru, at Zenisu, a famous treasury of fish. From gomoku(various fishes) fishing to super-big fish beyond 100 kg.? We guide you to Izu Islands or further areas for opportunities to enjoy real pleasure of fishing. The large expedition ship of 22 m in length(19 t) is equipped with bed, air conditioning,? so that you can stay comfortably.

Cross over to Mikomotojima for big Mejina fishing (Mikomotomaru Ferry)

Name of office
Mikomotomaru(Izu Shimoda fishing)
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  8,500 yen~
Get on board Mikomotomaru ferry to Mikomotojima (11 km off Shimoda). Mejina, Takabe, Ishidai, Moroko etc. are popular.? Mejina fishing is particularly well known. Some of the guests come from as far as Okinawa or Aomori. ?Hammerhead and super-large S class Sazae(turbo) inhabit the region. ?Famous diving point even world wide.

Shirahama Mariner Surf School (Shirahama Mariner)

Name of office
Shirahama Mariner
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  7,700 yen~
For beginners and also those who want to upgrade skill. The instructor will teach you kindly and enjoyably. Above all, you can experience 'Surfing in Shirahama,' one of the most beautiful white beaches, in Japan. It is an easy access from the beach to the beach side cafe at Mariner, where your companion may have leisure time, while you take surfing lessons. We are instructors certified by Japan Surfing Federation.

Easy boat fishing experience (Inarimaru)

Name of office
Inarimaru
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  8,000 yen~
3 hours fishing (In the morning / afternoon).

6 hours' fishing (morning to afternoon) …… (standard)

We offer you appropriate fishing plan.

Photo shooting of surf-riding (Feel’s Visual Works)

Name of office
Feel's Visual Works (Tomomi Mizuguchi)
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  10,000 yen~
Surfing photos by a well known surfing photographer should be your life time memory.
If you have not got used to surfing, I will help you choose a surfing course by a surf shop in Shimoda.
We can collaborate to get good shots for you.
While you enjoy surfing, I take pictures from various angles.
It's my role to choose a beach depending on the weather and wave.
I will give you photos by data.
Requests such as action shots of competitors or fun surf experience, are acceptable.

Splendid alfonsino and red sea bream around Niijima. (The 18th Tenkomaru)

Name of office
The 18th Tenkomaru (fishing boat)
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  14,000 yen~
Ji-kinme(local alfonsino) fishing around Niijima. The required time varies with the season. Closed on Saturday due to the local regulations. We also go fishing for tai (red sea bream) and Isaki (grunt), etc. We will respond to your request such as time, etc.

Madai, Isaki, Warasa fishing around Mikomotojima / Off Suzaki (Tsumekimaru Fishing Boat)

Name of office
Tsumekimaru Fishing Boat
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  15,000 yen~
Throughout the year, Madai and Isaki fishing?off the coast of Mikomotojima and Suzaki / Warasa fishing in Autumn.

We will guide you through the seas of Izu on a large 15-ton ship!

Big fishes around rocky shores and small islands – Fishing experience by ferry (Ferry Kiichimaru)

Name of office
Ferry Kiichimaru
Period
Throughout a year
Fee
1 people  5,000 yen~
Toji was said to be a secret place long ago. There are plenty of spots where big fishes such as Mejia, Isaki hide.
People leave Toji port for small islands surrounded by cliffs and they fish there all day long.
(Early morning to 3:00pm)

Guide to Shimoda

We can answer your inquiries and provide extra information.

田中
Mr. Tanaka
青木
Ms. Aoki

Contact

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The information on this website is subject to change. Please contact individual offices, stores, or the Seamon Shimoda Guide office (TEL: 0558-22-5255) for more detail.