Izu Rhythm

Izu Rhythm

Life on Japan's Izu Peninsula

Resources & Links

Izu is full of stunning scenery (it’s a UNESCO Geopark), world class diving, majestic mountains, delicious food and unique experiences. There is so much to do and see.
Here’s a list of links to businesses with English speaking staff and sites with English info. If you know of others, please let us know via our contact page.

 

Places to stay

Local Lodgings
Futo House
(English speaking staff)
Izu House
(English speaking staff)
陽気館 Yokikan
(a classic hot springs hotel)

Corporate Hotels
Kawana Hotel
Kai Anjin
Laforet
K’s House
Izu-Imaihama Tokyu Hotel

 

 

Local Tours in English

Resources for Japan

Want to visit Japan? Here are some of the best resources for planning nd hearing what others say.

Travel Planning
  Japan National Tourist Organization
Expert private travel consulting
  TS Japan Railway Travel
  The Real Japan
Facebook: Glimpses of Japan | Go to Japan

 

Things to do and see

Seamon Shimoda: Really great guide for activities in and around Shimoda with English speaking staff.

Shuzenji Washi Workshop: A rare opportunity to learn all aspects of the traditional Japanese craft of paper making.

 

Tourist Offices Around Izu

Explore Shizuoka – The BEST guide to all things Shizuoka
Beautiful Izu – A consortium of tourist offices throughout Izu.
City of Itō Tourist Division (Choose English from a drop down menu)
Izu City Tourist Division (Choose English from a drop down menu)
Higashi Izu City Tourism Division (Choose English from a drop down menu)
Kawazu City Tourism Division (Choose English from a drop down menu)
Shimoda City Tourist Division

 

We’re always adding more resources and links.

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