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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.)

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
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.

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.