Just 2 hours from Tokyo Station! Enjoy nature in the popular Izu Kogen area! A two-day, one-night itinerary
Izukogen, located in Shizuoka Prefecture, famous for Mount Fuji, is a famous tourist area with leisure facilities such as Izu Cactus Zoo and Izu Granpal Park. In this article, we'll take you to Izukogen by train from Tokyo Station and introduce recommended sightseeing spots, accommodations, 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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Just 2 hours from Tokyo! Enjoy nature on a trip to Izu Kogen
There are many tourist attractions in Japan, but the Izu Kogen area in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is one of the most popular destinations, packed with a variety of 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 two-day, one-night trip together, touring the surrounding tourist spots!
Day 1
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Tokyo Station
Please refer to ① or ② for recommended ways to use public transportation.
①
JR Tokaido Shinkansen "Tokyo Station"
↓ About 40 minutes
JR Tokaido Shinkansen "Atami Station"
↓ Transfer for about 25 minutes
JR Ito Line "Ito Station"
↓ Transfer to Izu Kyuko Line "Izukogen Station" (approx. 25 minutes)
②
JR Tokaido Main Line Limited Express Odoriko "Tokyo Station"
↓ Approximately 2 hours No transfers Izu Kyuko Line "Izu Kogen Station"
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New York Lamp Museum and Flower Garden
Check out the official New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden website for more information.
On your way to the main spot, take a little detour.
We recommend the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden, located about 10 minutes by Tokaido bus from Izukogen Station (to Izu Marine Park).
From the vibrantly shining Tiffany Lamp Museum to the gardens filled with flowers blooming in every season and the blue sea of Jogasaki, the views are spectacular no matter where you look!
We recommend the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden, located about 10 minutes by Tokaido bus from Izukogen Station (to Izu Marine Park).
From the vibrantly shining Tiffany Lamp Museum to the gardens filled with flowers blooming in every season and the blue sea of Jogasaki, the views are spectacular no matter where you look!
Here's an early lunch! I recommend having lunch at the Tiffany Museum Annex & Cafe.
There are lunch sets that include a small dessert with your meal, as well as photogenic sweets and drink sets.
*Please note that the menu may change depending on the season.
Clam and Turban Shell Peperoncino (with salad) 1,380 yen Set (drink, salad, soup, small dessert) 1,980 yen
Edible Flower Mousse Jelly (single item) 900 yen Drink set 1300 yen
Check the official website of the Tiffany Museum Annex & Cafe for more information.
After enjoying the spectacular view of Jogasaki and a photogenic lunch, head to the main attraction, Izu Granpal Park, about a 20-minute bus ride from the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden.
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Izu Granpal Park
Check the official website of Izu Granpal Park for more information.
Izu Granpal Park is a leisure facility located along the national highway where people of all ages can enjoy active play.
There are a variety of attractions and play equipment, so the whole family is sure to be satisfied!
There are a variety of attractions and play equipment, so the whole family is sure to be satisfied!
Zip Line ~Kaze KAZE~
Price: 1,400 yen. Eligible participants: height 120cm or above, weight 30kg-100kg.
Price: 1,400 yen. Eligible participants: height 120cm or above, weight 30kg-100kg.
Ship-shaped three-dimensional maze ~KAiZOKU~
Price: 400 yen Duration: Approximately 30 minutes Target age: 4 years old and above (free for children under 3, elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian)
Price: 400 yen Duration: Approximately 30 minutes Target age: 4 years old and above (free for children under 3, elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian)
After having lots of fun, take a break at Izukogen 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 Tabinoeki 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 the premises, where they can introduce you to nearby facilities and provide directions. There is also a foot bath, so you can soothe your travel fatigue.
The restaurant is open at lunchtime, so it's recommended to stop by during the day!
There is also a tourist information center on the premises, where they can introduce you to nearby facilities and provide directions. There is also a foot bath, so you can soothe your travel fatigue.
Seafood bowl - Itadaki - 4,500 yen
New Summer Orange Jelly Izu no Shizuku
5 pieces 490 yen / 8 pieces 870 yen / 12 pieces 1,250 yen
5 pieces 490 yen / 8 pieces 870 yen / 12 pieces 1,250 yen
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.
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 the day and night illuminations are switched, so after enjoying the attractions during the day, 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!
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!
After the Izukogen Grand Illumination, buses are often suspended, so we recommend taking a taxi to your accommodation.
Depending on the time of year, you may need to make a reservation, so it's best to contact them in advance!
Depending on the time of year, you may need to make a reservation, so it's best to contact them in advance!
After having fun from morning till night, we recommend staying at a hotel in Izu Dream Village!
In addition to the hotel, there is also a glamping facility, so you can enjoy nature while staying comfortable.
In addition to the hotel, there is also a glamping facility, so you can enjoy nature while staying comfortable.
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SKY-HILL HOTEL IZUKOGEN
Check the official website of SKY-HILL HOTEL Izukogen for more information.
This time we will be visiting SKY-HILL HOTEL Izukogen, which is about a 10-minute drive from Izukogen Grand Illumination.
All rooms have ocean views and hot springs. What's more, you can enjoy the chef's special selection of Izu delicacies at dinner.
All rooms have ocean views and hot springs. What's more, you can enjoy the chef's special selection of Izu delicacies at dinner.
On the second day, we went to Izu Cactus Zoo, which is adjacent to the hotel.
You can enter through a gate reserved for guests, so it's safe for families with children.
You can enter through a gate reserved for guests, so it's safe for families with children.
Day 2
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Izu shaboten zoo
Check the official website of Izu Cactus Zoo for more information
Izu Cactus Zoo is a zoo and botanical park located right next to Mount Omuro.
The "Original Capybara Open-Air Bath," a famous winter feature of Izu, and Japan's first "Animal Boat Tours" are extremely popular!
The "Original Capybara Open-Air Bath," a famous winter feature of Izu, and Japan's first "Animal Boat Tours" are extremely popular!
Animal Boat Tours Round Trip Course: Adults 1,200 yen, 3 years old to elementary school children 600 yen Monkey Island Landing Course: Adults 1,500 yen, 3 years old to elementary school children 800 yen
After interacting with the animals, it's time for a lunch break! Head to "Forest Animal Restaurant GIBBONTEI"!
You can sit next to stuffed capybaras and red pandas and enjoy cute original menu items inspired by the animals that live in the zoo!
You can sit next to stuffed capybaras and red pandas and enjoy cute original menu items inspired by the animals that live in the zoo!
Check out the official website of Forest Animal Restaurant GIBBONTEI for more information.
Capi Burger 1,580 yen
On the way back, it takes about 20 minutes from the bus stop at Izu Cactus Park to Izu Kogen Station.
From Izukogen Station, you can take the Odoriko train back home without changing trains (about 2 hours).
You can also take the Izu Kyuko Line and Ito Line and then the Shinkansen from Atami Station (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes).
End your trip with your favorite course!
From Izukogen Station, you can take the Odoriko train back home without changing trains (about 2 hours).
You can also take the Izu Kyuko Line and Ito Line and then the Shinkansen from Atami Station (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes).
End your trip with your favorite course!
summary
This time, we introduced an example of a two-day, one-night trip to Izu Kogen, departing from Tokyo Station.
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 Izukogen area to the fullest!
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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