Ito (伊東, Itō) is a famous hot spring resort town on the eastern coast of the Izu Peninsula. Due to its easy accessibility from Tokyo, the town is quite built-up, but also offers some historic buildings in its center, such as the Tokaikan, a former ryokan open to the public. Outside the town center, Ito offers quite impressive natural scenery with its cliffy coast and hilly terrain.

Ten kilometers south of central Ito lies Izu Kogen, a popular villa district and sightseeing destination with small museums, restaurants, Mount Omuro and the beautiful Jogasaki Coast.

  • Tokaikan Former Ryokan
    Hours: 9:00 to 21:00
    Closed: Third Tuesday of each month, January 1
    Admission: 200 yen
  • Jogasaki Coast
  • Mount Omuro
    Lift hours: 9:00 to 17:15 (until 16:15 from October to mid March)
    Lift closed: No closing days
    Lift admission: 1000 yen for a round trip
  • Izu Cactus Park
    Hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (until 16:00 from November to February)
    Closed: No closing days
    Admission: 2700 yen

Getting there and around

How to get to Ito

Ito can be accessed directly from Tokyo Station by the JR Odoriko limited express (100 minutes, about 4500 yen one way, 1 train/hour) or by frequently departing trains from Atami (20 minutes, 330 yen by local train). The trip is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass, JR Tokyo Wide Pass, JR East Nagano Niigata Area Pass, JR East Tohoku Area Pass and JR East South Hokkaido Pass.

How to get around Ito

Ito Station is located in the city center of Ito. It is the border station between the JR Ito Line that leads north to Atami and the Izukyu Railway that leads south to Shimoda. Because the Izukyu Railway is not JR, the Japan Rail Pass is not valid south of Ito. However, the JR Tokyo Wide Pass, JR East Nagano Niigata Area Pass, JR East Tohoku Area Pass and JR East South Hokkaido Pass are valid also south of Ito thanks to a special agreement.

The train is useful to travel between Ito and Izu Kogen, five stations south of Ito (20 minutes, 680 yen one way), but many of the area's sightseeing spots are not located near train stations. Fortunately, the bus service around Ito is quite good, and there are two bus passes offered for Ito: the Izu Kogen Jogasaki 1-Day Pass costs 900 yen and covers the Izu Kogen area and the Jogasaki Coast, while the Ito Izu Kogen 2-Day Pass costs 1800 yen and additionally includes central Ito. The passes can be purchased at Izu Kogen Station and Ito Station, respectively.

How to get to and around the Izu Peninsula

Hotels around Izu Peninsula

Top rated on the Izu Peninsula
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    • Pearl Star Hotel ATAMI
      Luxury
      Facing the beachfront, Pearl Star Hotel ATAMI offers 5-star accommodation in Atami and features a fitness centre, terrace and restaurant. The property is set 600 metres from Atami Sun Beach, 26 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station and 30 km from Shuzen-ji Temple. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The units come with a fridge, minibar, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. All rooms are equipped with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while some rooms come with a kitchen equipped with a microwave. At the hotel each room has bed linen and towels. Guests at Pearl Star Hotel ATAMI can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. With staff speaking English, Japanese and Chinese, information is available at the reception. Mount Daruma is 44 km from Pearl Star Hotel ATAMI, while Hakone Checkpoint is 24 km away.
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    • Watei Kazekomichi
      Luxury
      Featuring mountain views, Watei Kazekomichi provides accommodation with balcony, around 2.1 km from Atami Sun Beach. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the hot spring bath and the open-air bath, or enjoy sea views. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a hot tub. The ryokan offers certain units with garden views, and each unit is equipped with a kettle. At the ryokan, all units include bed linen and towels. An Asian breakfast is available daily at the ryokan. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 28 km from Watei Kazekomichi, while Shuzen-ji Temple is 33 km away.
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    • SOKI ATAMI
      Luxury
      SOKI ATAMI features a sauna and a hot spring bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Atami, 1.7 km from Atami Sun Beach. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. There is a restaurant serving Japanese cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the ryokan, all units include a balcony. Each unit is fitted with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have sea views. All units have a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. The ryokan offers a buffet or Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 27 km from SOKI ATAMI, while Shuzen-ji Temple is 33 km from the property.
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    • Atami Sekaie
      Luxury
      Atami Sekaie is set in Atami, 2.6 km from Atami Sun Beach, 25 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, as well as 36 km from Shuzen-ji Temple. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk. At the ryokan, each unit comes with a private bathroom. Hakone Checkpoint is 22 km from the ryokan, while Hakone Shrine is 25 km away.
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    • Kiten - slow & work stay -
      Mid-range
      Located in Atami, 200 metres from Atami Sun Beach and 26 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, Kiten - slow & work stay - provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a terrace. It is situated 34 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and features a shared kitchen. Hakone Shrine is 27 km from the guest house and Lake Ashi is 28 km away. A fridge and kettle are also provided. At the guest house, every unit includes a desk and a private bathroom. Mount Daruma is 48 km from the guest house, while Hakone Checkpoint is 24 km away.
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    • Taiseikan
      Mid-range
      Offering an open-air bath and sea view, Taiseikan is set in Atami, 2.3 km from Nagahama Beach and 24 km from Shuzen-ji Temple. Ideally located in the Ajiro Onsen district, this ryokan offers a shared lounge, as well as a hot spring bath and a public bath. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 33 km from the ryokan, while Mount Daruma is 38 km from the property.
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    • Guest House MARUYA
      Budget-friendly
      Located in the central area of Atami and a 15-minute walk from JR Atami Station, Guest House MARUYA offers capsule rooms fitted with Japanese futon-bedding. Guests can take a few minutes' walk to soak in the nearby hot springs or a 10-minute drive to visit the Atami Castle. JR Shinyokohama Station can be reached with a 50-minute ride on the shinkansen (bullet train). Haneda Airport is a 2-hour drive away from the property. There is a shared kitchen and lounge, where guests can socialise and relax. Washing machines and towel rentals are available at a surcharge. Each room at MARUYA Guest House comes with a power outlet and clothes hangers. Bathroom facilities are shared with other guests. Meals are not provided at the property; however, there are several dining options nearby.
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    • ATAMI SPRING TERRACE HOTEL
      Mid-range
      Set in Atami, 1.5 km from Atami Sun Beach, ATAMI SPRING TERRACE HOTEL offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is located 27 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, 34 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and 48 km from Mount Daruma. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel has a hot tub. Some rooms also feature a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. ATAMI SPRING TERRACE HOTEL has a spa and wellness centre, including a hot spring bath. You can play table tennis at this 3-star hotel. Hakone Checkpoint is 24 km from the accommodation, while Hakone Shrine is 27 km from the property.
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    • Atami Korakuen Hotel
      Luxury
      Situated in Atami, 1.4 km from Atami Sun Beach, Atami Korakuen Hotel features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 27 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, 29 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and 44 km from Mount Daruma. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi. The units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Atami Korakuen Hotel have a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Atami Korakuen Hotel offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna and a hot spring bath. Hakone Checkpoint is 26 km from the hotel, while Hakone Shrine is 28 km from the property.
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    • Relax Resort Hotel
      Luxury
      Located at the top of the hill overlooking the sea, 熱海温泉 Relax Resort Hotel リラックスリゾートホテル offers luxurious resort accommodation with exotic Bali-inspired d?cor. Guests can enjoy rejuvenating beauty treatments at spa facilities or relax in hot spring baths. The hotel offers butler and concierge services to cater for each guest’s needs. All spacious rooms feature a balcony and views of ocean. They are equipped with Bali-made canopy beds and furniture, as well as a flat-screen TV and a well-stocked fridge. A DVD player, an air purifier and a hairdryer are also included. Some rooms come with an open-air hot spring bath on the balcony. Resort Hotel Relax’s 24-hour front desk offers free luggage storage services. The indoor hot spring baths and sauna can be used privately. A dedicated butler and an English-speaking concierge can take care of shoe shine, taxi hire and sightseeing arrangements. The hotel is a 5-minute drive away from JR Atami Station. Atami Plum Garden is a 10-minute drive away, and MOA Museum of Art is a 20-minute drive from the property. Organic & Natural Nine restaurant serves Japanese/Western breakfast and lunch meals, as well as delicately prepared course meals at night. The Lounge caf? offers refreshments and cocktails in a stylish ambiance.
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