- About Seaside Shimoda
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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
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Madai, Isaki, Warasa fishing around Mikomotojima / Off Suzaki (Tsumekimaru Fishing Boat)
Easy boat fishing experience (Inarimaru)
Diving based in Shimoda, English support available! (East Dive)
Aloha! Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Experience (KAI ‘TO Sea kayak School)
- Name of office
- KAI'TO Sea Kayak School
- Period
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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.)
Due to conditions and seasons, snorkeling might not be available, for your attention. (Ask for details.)
Experience Surfing (IRIE COFFEE & SEA)
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.
From easy fishing off Shirahama to expedition to Seven Islands (Daikokuyamaru)
- Name of office
- Fishing boat Daikokuyamaru
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 8,000 yen~
The ship, 17m in overall length and capacity for 12 people with latest equipment, affords you comfortable fishing.? Beginners and experienced alike can enjoy.
Fun fishing off Shirahama (3 hours) / Isaki, Madai course around Mikomotojima (6 hours) / Isaki, Madai, Warasa on Yokonejima (6 hours) / Mejina, Ishidai?around Toshima (6 hours) / etc.
The target changes according to the season, weather and the sea condition. (please ask)
Fun fishing off Shirahama (3 hours) / Isaki, Madai course around Mikomotojima (6 hours) / Isaki, Madai, Warasa on Yokonejima (6 hours) / Mejina, Ishidai?around Toshima (6 hours) / etc.
The target changes according to the season, weather and the sea condition. (please ask)
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. !
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. !
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)
Surfing experience at Irita, the water with rare transparence ! (Real Surf Shop)
- Name of office
- Real Surf Shop
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 11,000 yen~
We aim at improving the level of surfing, for beginners and advanced surfers alike. We will make you, even the first-day surfers, quite free from anxiety, as we teach you carefully and safely. We are all qualified international surfing instructors and teach you with confidence. "I got on the waves!" "I've become friends with ocean." You will never forget the day you surf with us, on the AA beach of Shimoda.
Comfortable fun fishing from off Shirahama to Mikomoto Island (Hoeimaru)
- Name of office
- Hoeimaru
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 14,000 yen~
Boat fishing experience : 14,000yen/person (tax included) ?
Fishing for?6 hours(net) off Shirahama and around Mikomotojima. ?
Large-size high-speed ship that emphasizes safety and comfort.? I promise you fun fishing?without fatigue.?
For those accustomed to fishing, expedition fishing to Zenis etc. are recommend.
Fishing for?6 hours(net) off Shirahama and around Mikomotojima. ?
Large-size high-speed ship that emphasizes safety and comfort.? I promise you fun fishing?without fatigue.?
For those accustomed to fishing, expedition fishing to Zenis etc. are recommend.
Catch seasonal fish with fishing boat (Hachikuramaru)
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.
Dawn of Modern Age. Exploring Shimoda Harbor by Susquehanna (Izu Cruise)
- Name of office
- 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)
Off Toshima for medsai(big butterfish) with Kyusumaru Fishing Boat
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.
1 day cruise around Izu Islands aboard Ferry Azalea (Shinshin Kisen, Marine Transportation)
- Name of office
- Shinshin Kisen, Marine Transportation
- Period
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Rocky Shore Exploration around Ebisu Jima Island (Izu Kaiyou Shizen Jyuku, marine nature academy)
- Name of office
- Izu Kaiyo Shizen Jyuku, marine nature academy
- Period
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Throughout a year
March ~ Octorber, when the tide is low
- Fee
- 1 group 10,000 yen~
Pick up marine creatures on the rocky shore and tide pool around Ebisu Jima Island. The current brings many sea creatures into the surrounding area. You can gather various fishes, seaweeds and sea anemones, so on and keep them in the glass case, to make your own aquarium with the ecological samples of the ocean. The pictorial reference book helps you find the name and attribute of each specimen.
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.
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.
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)
People leave Toji port for small islands surrounded by cliffs and they fish there all day long.
(Early morning to 3:00pm)
The Surfing lesson for beginners (RINE SURF)
- Name of office
- RINE SURF
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 10,000 yen~
Most popular and recommended course for beginners. 'Beginner's course' applies to people who have never experienced surfing or who can only move in lateral direction. I can adjust the teaching way to individual levels. Basically, the manners, rules, how to enter the sea, take off, turn and so on.
If you don't have a surfboard or hesitate to buy until you get used to surfing, a bit more, you can rent a surfboard.
If you don't have a surfboard or hesitate to buy until you get used to surfing, a bit more, you can rent a surfboard.
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)
Let’s fish Kinme off the coast of Niijima and Toshima! (Banjo the 8th Takamiyamaru)
- Name of office
- Banjo the 8th Takamiyamaru
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 21,000 yen~
Banjo Takamiyamaru sticks to Kinme fishing. The main fishing area is off Niijima. There is so called "Himodori Kinme" that is a delicious fat Kinme, far superior to others.
Departure, 4:30am - Returning to port, 1:00pm (depending on the season)
Departure, 4:30am - Returning to port, 1:00pm (depending on the season)
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.




























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