Get off at Tokyo Station! Enjoy the spectacular views of the Izu Kogen area, surrounded by the sea and mountains! Day trip
Izukogen is a famous tourist area that is home to the Izu Shaboten Zoo, famous for its capybaras. In this article, we'll take you to Izukogen by train from Tokyo Station and introduce recommended sightseeing spots and must-try dishes!
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Based in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the Izu Shaboten Zoo Group operates a variety of leisure facilities, including zoos, theme parks, and glamping facilities. The main facilities they operate include Izu Shaboten Zoo, where about 1,500 species of cacti and about 140 species of animals coexist, Izu Granpal Park, which is full of activities, and Izu Kogen Gran Illumination, which features beautiful nighttime illuminations. They also operate the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden, which exhibits Tiffany lamps, and Izu Kogen Travel Station Granpal Port, which offers souvenirs exclusive to Izu. In addition, they have opened the indoor petting zoo AniTouch in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Shizuoka, Gunma, and other locations, where visitors can experience close contact and interaction with animals. Through these, they are leisure facilities that continue to provide visitors with diverse experiences and healing.
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Izu Kogen: The charm of its rich and beautiful nature
There are many tourist attractions in Japan, but the Izu Kogen area in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a particularly popular destination packed with diverse attractions, including nature, leisure activities, hot springs, and gourmet food.
This time, we'll be taking the train from Tokyo Station, the gateway to Japan, to Izu Kogen. Let's go on a day trip together to visit the surrounding tourist spots!
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Tokyo Station
After arriving at Tokyo Station, take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen to Atami Station, then take the JR Ito Line to Ito Station and transfer to the Izu Kyuko Line to Izukogen Station.
The JR Tokaido Main Line Limited Express Odoriko also departs from Tokyo Station, so if you take this you can get to Izukogen Station from Tokyo Station without changing trains.
It takes about two hours to get from Tokyo Station to Izukogen Station.
The JR Tokaido Main Line Limited Express Odoriko also departs from Tokyo Station, so if you take this you can get to Izukogen Station from Tokyo Station without changing trains.
It takes about two hours to get from Tokyo Station to Izukogen Station.
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Izu shaboten zoo
Check the official website of Izu Cactus Zoo for more information
The first spot is Izu Cactus Zoo, about a 20-minute bus ride from Izukogen Station.
This is a zoo and botanical garden located right next to Mount Omuro, which was the model for the movie "Your Name."
The "Original Capybara Open-Air Bath," a famous winter feature of Izu, and Japan's first "Animal Boat Tours" are extremely popular!
This is a zoo and botanical garden located right next to Mount Omuro, which was the model for the movie "Your Name."
The "Original Capybara Open-Air Bath," a famous winter feature of Izu, and Japan's first "Animal Boat Tours" are extremely popular!
After interacting with the animals, it's time for a lunch break! Head to "Forest Animal Restaurant GIBBONTEI"!
Check out the official website of Forest Animal Restaurant GIBBONTEI for more information.
For lunch, we went to the Forest Animal Restaurant GIBBONTEI, located inside Izu Shaboten Zoo. You can sit next to stuffed capybaras and red pandas and enjoy a cute original menu inspired by the animals that live in the zoo!
Our recommendation is the "Capi Burger" (1,580 yen including tax)
Our recommendation is the "Capi Burger" (1,580 yen including tax)
Once you've filled your stomach, head to Izu Granpal Park, which is about a 10-minute bus ride away.
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Izu Granpal Park
Check the official website of Izu Granpal Park for more information.
Izu Granpal Park, located along the national highway, is a leisure facility where people of all ages can enjoy active play.
There are a variety of attractions and play equipment that are sure to satisfy the whole family!
There are a variety of attractions and play equipment that are sure to satisfy the whole family!
After having lots of fun, take a break at Izu Kogen Travel Station Granpal Port, located next to Izu Granpal Park!
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Izu Kogen Travel Station Granpal Port
Check the official website of Izukogen Travel Station Granpal Port for more information.
At Izukogen Travel Station Granpal Port, which sells Izu souvenirs and seafood, you can enjoy snacks and shopping.
The restaurant is open at lunchtime, so it's recommended to stop by during the day!
There is also a tourist information center on-site, where they can introduce nearby facilities and provide directions. There is also a foot bath, so you can soothe your travel fatigue.
When the sun goes down, the place you want to go is Izukogen Grand Illumination.
This is an illumination event held at night for a limited time at Izu Granpal Park.
The restaurant is open at lunchtime, so it's recommended to stop by during the day!
There is also a tourist information center on-site, where they can introduce nearby facilities and provide directions. There is also a foot bath, so you can soothe your travel fatigue.
When the sun goes down, the place you want to go is Izukogen Grand Illumination.
This is an illumination event held at night for a limited time at Izu Granpal Park.
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Izu Kogen Grand Illumination
Check the official Izukogen Grand Illumi website for more information.
In addition to its daytime business, Izu Granpal Park also hosts a limited-time night illumination called "Izukogen Gran Illumination." Please note that since there is a day and night rotation system, after enjoying the attractions in the daytime, you will need to leave the park and purchase a ticket again before entering!
The illuminations as far as the eye can see are a sight to behold! There are also plenty of attractions to enjoy at night, such as zip lines and go-karts. Be sure to enjoy the scenery, which is different from the daytime!
Enjoy nature at Izu Kogen, which you can visit in a day!
This time, we introduced an example of a day trip departing from Tokyo Station to Izu Kogen.
In addition to getting there by train or bus, you can also get there by car, which takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, so if you have a lot of luggage or want to travel a lot, we recommend driving.
Be sure to enjoy the spectacular views in the Izu Kogen area!
If you would like to know more about the facilities introduced this time, please check out the article below ↓↓↓
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Spots introduced in this itinerary
Based in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the Izu Shaboten Zoo Group operates a variety of leisure facilities, including zoos, theme parks, and glamping facilities. The main facilities they operate include Izu Shaboten Zoo, where about 1,500 species of cacti and about 140 species of animals coexist, Izu Granpal Park, which is full of activities, and Izu Kogen Gran Illumination, which features beautiful nighttime illuminations. They also operate the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden, which exhibits Tiffany lamps, and Izu Kogen Travel Station Granpal Port, which offers souvenirs exclusive to Izu. In addition, they have opened the indoor petting zoo AniTouch in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Shizuoka, Gunma, and other locations, where visitors can experience close contact and interaction with animals. Through these, they are leisure facilities that continue to provide visitors with diverse experiences and healing.
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