Tokyo Islands

3 hours from Takeshiba Pier in Hamamatsucho area, Tokyo. Shikinejima is a tranquil island that is one of the smaller of seven Izu islands. Here is one of the best places for swimming, cycling, stargazing and enjoying hot spring!

Shikinejima Island: Perfect Guide and Must-See Spots

Shikinejima Island

Kozushima, an island with great nature, remarkably cobalt blue sea, and snow-white mountains. Just a 45 minutes flight from Tokyo, or 4 hours by jet boat, and 12 hours by large passenger boat.

Kozushima Island: Perfect Guide and Must-See Spots

Kozushima Island

Hachijojima Island is an island engulfed by a warm breeze that seems to come from every direction. The climate is very mild which results in a tropical environment. Tropical trees and plants grow throughout the island with palm trees growing well into the mountains with the ocean being heaven for tropical fish and coral. This is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Hachijojima Island’s Perfect Guide: Must-see spots, Activities, Accommodation and Access

Hachijojima Island

Toshima Island, the shape of the island is like a kiss made out of chocolate surrounded by camellia trees whilst dolphins swim around the island. There are only 350 people living on this island. 

Toshima Island’s Perfect Guide: Must-see spots, Activities, Accommodation and Access

Toshima Island

Miyakejima Island is a place where one can observe the raw beauty of this planet, the terrain formed by lava flow, with the ocean right in front of your eyes. I would like to share Miyakejima’s best sightseeing spots, recommended activities, access information and some precautionary tips.

Miyakejima Island’s Perfect Guide: Must-see spots, Activities, Accommodation and Access

Miyakejima Island

Mikurashima, while small, has a wealth of nature to offer – particularly waterfalls and giant trees. The island, located 190 kilometers south of Tokyo, is popular among tourists for dolphin swims. 