Izu Islands

Izu Islands

These are the islands found in a fairly straight line from the southeastern shore of the Izu Peninsula to the south. They are islands popular as marine resorts where you can enjoy such activities as fishing and diving.
All the Izu Islands offer their own unique features such as Oshima famous for Mt. Mihara (active volcano) and Oshima camellias, Hachijojima with its history as a penal colony, and Mikurajima where dolphin watching can be enjoyed.
It takes about 25 hours by boat from Tokyo to the Ogasawara Islands. Because these islands belong in the subtropical zone, jungles spread in their suburban areas. The fauna and flora have gone through their own evolution since the islands are isolated from the mainland. Therefore, you will find an ecosystem that is rare and unique. Dolphins and whales live in the nearby sea, attracting many tourists who enjoy watching these sea mammals.