Things to Do in Itō (伊東市), Shizuoka: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Itō (伊東市) in Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Akazawa Onsen, Itō Onsen, Jōgasaki Coast and served by Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) via the regional hub at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen). Set at 92 m elevation (34.9657°N, 139.1019°E), Itō offers travelers a base for sampling regional Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha), Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel), Fujinomiya yakisoba cuisine and exploring neighboring Izu (伊豆市) (14.2 km), Atami (熱海市) (14.7 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (16.9 km), Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) (17.1 km).

Itō is located in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture, on the northeast corner of Izu Peninsula, facing Sagami Bay on the Pacific Ocean. The landscape is hilly, and the heavily indented coastline is scenic. During the Edo period, all of Izu Province was tenryō territory under direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate, and the area now comprising Itō was occupied by 15 small farming and fishing hamlets. It was in this area that the Tokugawa shogunate ordered Englishman William Adams to construct Japan's first western-style sailing vessels in 1604. Itō is one of the well known hot spring resort towns near the greater Tokyo metropolis, thus tourism is the mainstay of the economy. Within Shizuoka Prefecture, Itō (伊東市) serves as a city in Shizuoka Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1947-08-10) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

What to See & Do in Itō (伊東市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Itō (伊東市) from Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) at 92 m elevation (34.9657°N, 139.1019°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Itō):

• Akazawa Onsen — local sightseeing landmark near Itō (伊東市).
• Itō Onsen — local sightseeing landmark near Itō (伊東市).
• Jōgasaki Coast — local sightseeing landmark near Itō (伊東市).
• Mount Ōmuro — local sightseeing landmark near Itō (伊東市).
• Usami Onsen — local sightseeing landmark near Itō (伊東市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Itō: Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) (connecting to Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Itō

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Itō (伊東市) and Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu:

• Izu (伊豆市) — 14.2 km from Itō (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Atami (熱海市) — 14.7 km from Itō (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 16.9 km from Itō (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) — 17.1 km from Itō (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kannami (函南町) — 19.2 km from Itō (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Itō & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Itō (伊東市) via Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km): 45m–1h 25m from Tokyo Station (or 1h–1h 30m from Kyoto/Osaka) directly on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari or Kodama. From Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) to reach central Itō (34.9657°N, 139.1019°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Shizuoka with Itō (伊東市) and neighboring Izu, Atami, Higashiizu. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Itō, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Itō and continuing toward Izu can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Itō: While Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) anchors public transit for Itō, picking up a rental car at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Akazawa Onsen and Itō Onsen with nearby Izu (伊豆市) (14.2 km), Atami (熱海市) (14.7 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (16.9 km), Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) (17.1 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Itō (伊東市) & Shizuoka

Dining near Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) and across Itō (伊東市) highlights the regional food culture of Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Itō:

• Local specialty & terroir of Itō (伊東市): geothermal hot-spring (onsen) ryokan hospitality and mountain tourism alongside sweet cherry (sakuranbo) orchards and highland fruit farming.
• Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha) — regional specialty enjoyed across Itō (伊東市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel) — regional specialty enjoyed across Itō (伊東市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Fujinomiya yakisoba — regional specialty enjoyed across Itō (伊東市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Suruga Bay sakura-ebi (cherry shrimp) & namashirasu — regional specialty enjoyed across Itō (伊東市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Shizuoka oden — regional specialty enjoyed across Itō (伊東市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.

If you are dining in Itō (伊東市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km).

Where to Stay in Itō (伊東市)

Visitors staying overnight in Itō (伊東市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km), or base at major rail hubs in Shizuoka (Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)) or neighboring Izu, Atami, Higashiizu for quick train access into Itō. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Itō & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Itō (伊東市, 92 m elevation at 34.9657°N, 139.1019°E): Early February–March for Kawazu early cherry blossoms on the Izu Peninsula; October–February for crisp, unobstructed southern views of Mount Fuji.

Wider sightseeing across Shizuoka Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Akazawa Onsen in Itō (伊東市) includes: Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

Practical Travel Tips for Itō (伊東市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Itō: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) or Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) for local bus schedules to Akazawa Onsen and walking maps of Itō (伊東市).
• Cash & ATMs in Itō: Convenience stores and major hotels around Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Akazawa Onsen often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Itō accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Itō: Around Itō Station (伊東駅) (1.4 km) and neighboring Izu, Atami, Higashiizu, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.