Tokyo is full of beautiful islands and Niijima is three stops away from Takeshiba Terminal. After visiting Ogasawara islands, I wanted to visit the other seven islands of Izu. Here is a guide to help you make your decision – whether looking for a relaxing time, or taking a solo escape in Tokyo. Habusiura Beach …
A Quick Guide to Toshima Island
Toshima Island is located 130 kilometers from the coast of Tokyo and is the smallest of seven islands of Izu. Toshima is a 4.12 square kilometer island with a 7.7km coastline and is most recognizable as a summer escape for divers who seek the best dolphin watching location in Tokyo. Activities are mostly centered around …
Hiking the Oshima Trail
Oshima Island is one of the most popular islands to visit from Tokyo and for good reason. This incredible island is located in Southern Japan, around two hours by high-speed ship from Tokyo. If you are planning a trip to Oshima Island I would recommend at least three nights here. There are a handful of …
5 Reasons to visit Hachijojima Island
Hachijojima Island, located 287 kilometers from Tokyo, is a sub-tropical island with jungle-like greenery and one of the major destinations for anglers.
Renting a Luxury Apartment in Tokyo: the Reversible Destiny Lofts MITAKA
Arakawa Shusaku and Madeline Gins built the Reversible Destiny Lofts MITAKAthese apartment as the first residential units designed “not to die” in 2005.
Places for green and animal lovers in Tokyo
Tokyo has magnificent parks and equally impressive aquariums and zoos and here are the top picks.
Visiting Hatoyama Hall in Edogawabashi, Tokyo
Hatoyama Hall is a western residence with Japanese traditions and English style garden.
A Quick City Guide to Edogawabashi, Tokyo
Edogawabashi itself is a small town, but it has a strong creative community.
Exploring Ogasawara: Hiking to Heart Rock on Chichijima Island
Heart Rock trail is home to stunning natural scenery, light green forest, banyan tree climbing, and deep blue sea.
Hiking Mount Kofuji – Must do hikes and views on Hahajima Island in Ogasawara
We did the second most renowned hike to Mount Kofuji and Minamizaki Beach on Hahajima Island.