Things to Do in Miura (三浦市), Kanagawa: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Miura (三浦市) in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Saifuku Ji (0.9 km), Nakō Zaki (0.8 km), Nagatsuro Saki Lighthouse (1.7 km) and served by Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) via the regional hub at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station. Set at 8 m elevation (35.1500°N, 139.6167°E), Miura offers travelers a base for sampling regional Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai, Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen, Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) cuisine and exploring neighboring Hayama (葉山町) (13.6 km), Zushi (逗子市) (15.1 km), Yokosuka (横須賀市) (15.5 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (19.8 km).

Miura is located on the very southern end of Miura Peninsula in southeast Kanagawa Prefecture, surrounded on three sides by the Pacific Ocean, with Sagami Bay to the west. To the south of the urban area and port is the island of Jōgashima, connected to the city by a bridge. The area of modern Miura has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Archaeologists have uncovered numerous remains from the Japanese paleolithic, Jōmon and Yayoi periods. The economy of the city is dominated by commercial fishing, centered on the harbor of Misaki, Japan's 18th most important fishing harbor, and the 2nd for its catch of tuna, which the local mascot of Miura Tunanosuke is named and designed after. Within Kanagawa Prefecture, Miura (三浦市) serves as a city in Kanagawa Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1955-01-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

What to See & Do in Miura (三浦市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Miura (三浦市) from Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) at 8 m elevation (35.1500°N, 139.6167°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Miura):

• Saifuku Ji (0.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Miura (三浦市).
• Nakō Zaki (0.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Miura (三浦市).
• Nagatsuro Saki Lighthouse (1.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Miura (三浦市).
• Jōga Shima (1.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Miura (三浦市).
• Miura Peninsula — local sightseeing landmark near Miura (三浦市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Miura: Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) (connecting to Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Miura

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Miura (三浦市) and Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto:

• Hayama (葉山町) — 13.6 km from Miura (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Zushi (逗子市) — 15.1 km from Miura (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Yokosuka (横須賀市) — 15.5 km from Miura (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Kamakura (鎌倉市) — 19.8 km from Miura (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Kyonan (鋸南町) — 23.3 km from Miura (Chiba Prefecture)

Getting to Miura & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Miura (三浦市) via Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km): 25–30m from Tokyo Station to Yokohama or Kawasaki on JR lines; 35m to Odawara on the Tokaido Shinkansen; 55m to Kamakura on the JR Yokosuka Line. From Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station, transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) to reach central Miura (35.1500°N, 139.6167°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Yokohama with Miura (三浦市) and neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Yokosuka. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Miura, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Miura and continuing toward Hayama 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 Miura: While Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) anchors public transit for Miura, picking up a rental car at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station makes it easy to link Saifuku Ji (0.9 km) and Nakō Zaki (0.8 km) with nearby Hayama (葉山町) (13.6 km), Zushi (逗子市) (15.1 km), Yokosuka (横須賀市) (15.5 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (19.8 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Miura (三浦市) & Kanagawa

Dining near Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) and across Miura (三浦市) highlights the regional food culture of Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Miura:

• Local specialty & terroir of Miura (三浦市): premium greenhouse melon cultivation and horticultural farming alongside coastal fishing ports, marine aquaculture, and fresh seafood markets.
• Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai — regional specialty enjoyed across Miura (三浦市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Miura (三浦市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) — regional specialty enjoyed across Miura (三浦市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Odawara kamaboko fish cakes — regional specialty enjoyed across Miura (三浦市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokosuka Kaigun curry — regional specialty enjoyed across Miura (三浦市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.

If you are dining in Miura (三浦市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km).

Where to Stay in Miura (三浦市)

Visitors staying overnight in Miura (三浦市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km), or base at major rail hubs in Yokohama (Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station) or neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Yokosuka for quick train access into Miura. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Miura & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Miura (三浦市, 8 m elevation at 35.1500°N, 139.6167°E): Late March–April for cherry blossoms in Kamakura & Yokohama Sankeien; June for Kamakura hydrangeas; October–December for crisp Mt. Fuji views from Hakone & Enoshima.

Wider sightseeing across Kanagawa Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Saifuku Ji (0.9 km) in Miura (三浦市) includes: Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

Practical Travel Tips for Miura (三浦市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Miura: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station or Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) for local bus schedules to Saifuku Ji (0.9 km) and walking maps of Miura (三浦市).
• Cash & ATMs in Miura: Convenience stores and major hotels around Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Saifuku Ji (0.9 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Miura accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Miura: Around Misakiguchi Station (三崎口駅) (3.5 km) and neighboring Hayama, Zushi, Yokosuka, 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.