- 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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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 sea." You will never forget the day you surf with us, on the AA beach of Shimoda.
The Surfing lesson for beginners (RINE SURF)
- Name of office
- RINE SURF
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 8000 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.
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)
Sparkling reef in the Kuroshio current … Dive around Suzaki peninsula ! (Suzaki Diving Center)
- Name of office
- Suzaki Diving Center
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 11,000 yen~
Suzaki Peninsula diving lesson (Fun diving : 2.5 hours~)
Kujupama Beach is a treasure of sea creatures. Showing the remnant of the submarine volcano of old days. White sand spreads on the sea floor, like carpet. Beautiful cobalt sea from above is made of ultra pure water and the whiteness of the sand floor. Dangouo, seahorse and etc. may welcome you.
※ Only fun diving available for guests who do not understand Japanese.
※ If healthy, anyone can join this course from 10 years old and up, even if you can not swim.
※ Wearing dry suit in winter, you can stroll comfortably in the sea with higher transparency.
'Snorkeling Experience’(about 2 hours) is also available. Please feel free to contact us.
We will take you to the famous snorkeling point, Ebisujima, only 5 min. walk from Suzaki Diving Center.
Kujupama Beach is a treasure of sea creatures. Showing the remnant of the submarine volcano of old days. White sand spreads on the sea floor, like carpet. Beautiful cobalt sea from above is made of ultra pure water and the whiteness of the sand floor. Dangouo, seahorse and etc. may welcome you.
※ Only fun diving available for guests who do not understand Japanese.
※ If healthy, anyone can join this course from 10 years old and up, even if you can not swim.
※ Wearing dry suit in winter, you can stroll comfortably in the sea with higher transparency.
'Snorkeling Experience’(about 2 hours) is also available. Please feel free to contact us.
We will take you to the famous snorkeling point, Ebisujima, only 5 min. walk from Suzaki Diving Center.
Surfing School in the AA quality Tatado Beach
- Name of office
- Baguse Surf Shop
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 5,500 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. !
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)
Surfing Experience in the beautiful Irita Beach
- Name of office
- Pink Mafia
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 9.000 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)
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)
Experience Diving ・ Experience Snorkeling (Dragon Lady)
- Name of office
- Dragon Lady
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 5,500 yen~
I'll show you attractive underwater in Shimoda. Those who are not good at getting into the water, may enjoy snorkeling with life jacket, from the surface of the water. You might be astonished to meet colorful fishes gazing at you.
Snorkeling 1 - 2 hours & Diving 3 - 4 hours.
Snorkeling 1 - 2 hours & Diving 3 - 4 hours.
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)
Comfortable fun fishing from off Shirahama to Mikomoto Island (Hoeimaru)
- Name of office
- Hoeimaru
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 group 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.
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 18,000 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)
Let’s get friends with Dolphins at ‘Dolphin Feeding’ (Shimoda Marine Aquarium)
- Name of office
- Shimoda Marine Aquarium
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 1,300 yen~
It is a unique and popular plan of?Shimoda Marine 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.
Challenge huge fishes in an expedition fishing boat (Ryushomaru)
- Name of office
- Ryushomaru (fishing boat)
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 13,000 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.
Aloha! Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Eexperience (ACA ・ American Canoe Association official recognition) 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.)
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.
“Boat fishing, equipment free” Beginner fishing course with fishing rod, rig, bait, etc. ready (Izu Shimoda Marine Center)
- Name of office
- Izu Shimoda Marine Center
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 6,600 yen~
Let's go fishing, equipment free ! Fishing on the boat for beginners.
We provide you fishing rod, rig, bait and everything.
Our boat staff will put a bait and remove fish from hook !
Please come, join us and have fun.
(Popular program) You can have your catch cooked at the restaurants
in the town for your lunch or dinner. (Please ask when you make reservation
for fishing.)
We provide you fishing rod, rig, bait and everything.
Our boat staff will put a bait and remove fish from hook !
Please come, join us and have fun.
(Popular program) You can have your catch cooked at the restaurants
in the town for your lunch or dinner. (Please ask when you make reservation
for fishing.)
Experience Surfing (Irie Surf)
Catch seasonal fish with fishing boat (Hachikuramaru)
静かな入り江でイルカたちと散歩「ドルフィンウォッチングボート」(下田海中水族館)
Sea Kayak Experience tour – with outdoor lunch ♪ (SURFACE)
- Name of office
- SURFACE
- Period
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 12,000 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.
Off Toshima for medsai(big butterfish) with Kyusumaru Fishing Boat
Easy boat fishing experience (Inarimaru)
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.