History
The Nakaizu district closely linked to the Genji Clan, the famed Shuzenji Temple built by Kobo-Daishi, Shimoda with its reminders of the opening of Japan, and many other precious historical sites dot the region.
Visited by writers and artists, it is the birthplace of many works, "The Izu Dancer", among them.
Visited by writers and artists, it is the birthplace of many works, "The Izu Dancer", among them.
Atami City Tourism Association
- Izusan Shrine where Minamoto no Yoritomo prayed for the restoration of the Genji during his exile in Izu. After he established the Kamakura Shogunate, it was revered as its major shrine. Because Yoritomo and Hojo Masako met secretly and wed at this shrine, it is famous as a shrine to the God of Marriage
- During the long years which have passed since it opened as an inn in 1928, Tokaikan has been expanded and reconstructed. It is open to the public who come to view its valuable and traditional Japanese architecture which is preserved as a cultural property of Ito City since 2001.
- Placing dolls on both sides of the doll display stand during the Girls' Day Festival, is a custom handed down from the Edo Period. Made by hand as prayers are given for the happiness of children, they are handed down from generation to generation.
Kawazu Tourist Association
- The Kawazu Seven Falls (Kawazu Nanadaru) are 7 waterfalls which visitors can see in about 1 hour. The root of the word "taru" for waterfall dates back to the Heian Period when, in the local language, a waterfall was called falling (taru) water.
- In 1854, a U.S. naval flotilla led by Commodore Perry arrived under the Treaty of Peace and Amity between the United States of America and the Empire of Japan, signalling the start of Shimoda's role in the history of the opening of Japan. Relics of this period are still visible in many parts of the city.
- The Cape Iro on the southernmost tip of Izu Peninsula is the site of the Cape Iro Lighthouse, Ishimuro Shrine, and Kumano Shrine. On the curved horizon line, the islands of Izu Seven Islands are visible. It is a famous example of ria coast scenery.
Matsuzaki town Tourist Association
- Namako-kabe (Namako wall) Street is a street of namako walled houses. The view of these walls with their dazzling contrast between black and white continues the length of the street.
Nishiizu town Tourist Association
- The Cape Kogane is a natural monument of Shizuoka Prefecture. Its outstanding features include propylite glittering like gold under the beautiful evening sun, azure Suruga Bay, and one of the finest places to view Mt. Fuji, Japan's highest mountain.
Mishima Tourist Association
- Mishima Taisha Shrine is famous for cherry blossoms in spring and Mishima Summer Festival, a major event in Mishima. The magnificent shrine pavilion has been designated as nationally important cultural property.
Kannami town Tourist Association
- The Kashiya Caves are ancient graves on the slope of a mountain. It is the largest group of caves in the prefecture, formed during a period of 200 years from the end of the sixth to the end of the eighth century. Called the 100 caves of Kashiya since ancient times, it is now a officially-designated historical site.
- The Egawa Residence is a designated national important cultural property. Its original building is thought to have been constructed about 1600. The structure from the earth floor to the ceiling is a particularly valuable sight.
Izu City Tourist Association
- Shuzenji Temple constructed by Kobo-Daishi, is famous as the tragic scene of the confinement and assassination of the second shogun of the Kamakura shogunate, Minamoto no Yoriie. The Kabuki play, Shuzenji Story, is a drama based on a mask, which was a temple treasure.
Numazu Tourist Information Center
- The Goyoutei was constructed in 1893 as a vacation house of the imperial family. It was closed in 1969 and opened to the public as a memorial park the following year. Its beautiful garden and its original architecture allow people to experience the daily life of the imperial.