Dogashima/Shimoda in Shizuoka Prefecture

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  • Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Sightseeing Boats in Dogashima in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Sightseeing Boats in Dogashima, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Boats Tour along the Dogashima Coastline in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Boats Tour along the Dogashima Coastline, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Dogashima Coastline of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Cave Entrance along the Dogashima Coastline in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Cave Entrance along the Dogashima Coastline, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Large Cave Tensodo along the Dogashima Coastline

    Large Cave Tensodo along the Dogashima Coastline

  • Impressive Coastline of Dogashima Izu Peninsula

    Impressive Coastline of Dogashima, Izu Peninsula

  • Shimoda Floating Aquarium in Shizuoka Prefecture

    Shimoda Floating Aquarium, Shizuoka Prefecture

  • Buddha Statue in Shimoda, Izu Peninsula

    Buddha Statue in Shimoda, Izu Peninsula

  • Shimoda City on Izu Peninsula

    Shimoda City, Izu Peninsula

  • Izu Peninsula Coastline near Shimoda City

    Izu Peninsula Coastline near Shimoda City

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Facts & Figures

Dogashima is one of the most popular spots on the west coast of the Izu peninsula. The coastline there is famous for towering cliffs, uniquely-shaped rocks, caves and small islands. Japan Rail Pass Since 2004 I have traveled nearly every year to Japan. The rail pass made my life easier to discover all those amazing places in my favorite country.
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History

Past volcanic eruptions created the beautiful coastline of Dogashima. Lava flows and the erosion by the sea made this area an unique tourist destination.

Location

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Dogashima is located within the Shizuoka prefecture at the Izu peninsula.

How to get to Dogashima?

  • 50min from Tokyo to Atami Station by JR Tokaido Shinkansen
  • 90min from Atami Station to Shimoda by local train
  • 1hr from Shimoda to Dogashima by Tokai bus

Sightseeing spots

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Dogashima Island Caves Tour - dont miss to include the Tenso-do Cave in the boat sightseeing tour. The cave has a huge natural hole in the roof.

low tide walk - walk from Sehama-kaigan coast to Sanshirou-jima island

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