About Oshima
Izu Oshima is 120 km due south of Tokyo,
Located 120km due south of Tokyo—just 1 hour 45 minutes by high-speed jetfoil, or 25 minutes by plane. Izu Oshima is the closest island retreat to Tokyo.
The true value of visiting Oshima lies in the simple fact that it is an island. The moment you step foot here, a gentle sense of freedom wraps around your heart—a feeling rarely experienced in daily life.
Being physically separated from daily routines and responsibilities by the open ocean creates a quiet awareness. Walking around the island, people are few and far between. You will often find yourself alone amidst overwhelming nature—and in those moments, you truly return to yourself.
Oshima has remarkably few artificial distractions—scant power poles, wires, billboards, or solar farms. No matter how magnificent the scenery, nothing cluttering your view means every landscape invites you to take a deep, peaceful breath.
At the heart of the island stands Mt. Mihara, an active volcano. Its volcanic history has shaped unique geological wonders: “Ura-Sabaku” (Japan’s only designated desert), “Sano-Hama” (a dramatic black sand beach), and the famous “Strata Cut” which resembles a gigantic layered baumkuchen cake.
This rich volcanic soil nurtures vibrant flora throughout the seasons, including Camellias, Oshima Cherry Blossoms, Hydrangeas, and Azaleas.
Sharing a life lived alongside active volcanoes, Oshima established a sister-island relationship with Hawaii Island in 1962, a warm connection that continues to this day.
Returning to Tokyo after your stay, you will suddenly notice the overwhelming flood of noise and information. That contrast reveals just how quiet, spacious, and fulfilling time on Oshima truly is.
We invite you to experience this gentle, freeing escape for yourself.
To learn more about tours and outdoor experiences, please visit our [Activities Page].
