Things to Do in Ninomiya (二宮町), Kanagawa: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Ninomiya (二宮町) in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Azumayama Park, Kawawa Shrine, Tanzawa Ōyama Kokutei Park (丹沢大山国定公園) and served by Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) via the regional hub at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station. Set at 30 m elevation (35.3079°N, 139.2495°E), Ninomiya 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 Nakai (中井町) (4.4 km), Ōiso (大磯町) (6.1 km), Hadano (秦野市) (7.2 km), Ōi (大井町) (8.2 km).

Ninomiya is located on the coast of west-central Kanagawa Prefecture, bordered to the south by Sagami Bay of the Pacific Ocean. In the north, a gentle range of hills called the Oiso Hills extends from east to west. Ninomiya was the location of the second-highest ranked shrine in Sagami Province, Kawawa Shrine, which is mentioned in Heian period records, and claims to have been established by the semi-legendary Emperor Suinin. As a minor coastal settlement, it was under the control of the later Hōjō clan of Odawara during the Sengoku period. The local economy of Ninomiya is based primarily on agriculture and commercial fishing. Within Kanagawa Prefecture, Ninomiya (二宮町) serves as a town (町) in Kanagawa Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) 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 Ninomiya (二宮町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Ninomiya (二宮町) from Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) at 30 m elevation (35.3079°N, 139.2495°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Ninomiya):

• Azumayama Park — local sightseeing landmark near Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Kawawa Shrine — local sightseeing landmark near Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Tanzawa Ōyama Kokutei Park (丹沢大山国定公園) — local sightseeing landmark near Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Ten Province Pass (十国峠) — local sightseeing landmark near Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Myōjinga Dake (明神ヶ岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Ninomiya: Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) (connecting to Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Ninomiya

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Ninomiya (二宮町) and Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto:

• Nakai (中井町) — 4.4 km from Ninomiya (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Ōiso (大磯町) — 6.1 km from Ninomiya (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Hadano (秦野市) — 7.2 km from Ninomiya (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Ōi (大井町) — 8.2 km from Ninomiya (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Hiratsuka (平塚市) — 9.2 km from Ninomiya (Kanagawa Prefecture)

Getting to Ninomiya & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Ninomiya (二宮町) via Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 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 Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) to reach central Ninomiya (35.3079°N, 139.2495°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Yokohama with Ninomiya (二宮町) and neighboring Nakai, Ōiso, Hadano. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Ninomiya, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Ninomiya and continuing toward Nakai 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 Ninomiya: While Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) anchors public transit for Ninomiya, picking up a rental car at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station makes it easy to link Azumayama Park and Kawawa Shrine with nearby Nakai (中井町) (4.4 km), Ōiso (大磯町) (6.1 km), Hadano (秦野市) (7.2 km), Ōi (大井町) (8.2 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Ninomiya (二宮町) & Kanagawa

Dining near Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) and across Ninomiya (二宮町) highlights the regional food culture of Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Ninomiya:

• Local specialty & terroir of Ninomiya (二宮町): coastal fishing ports, marine aquaculture, and fresh seafood markets alongside regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai — regional specialty enjoyed across Ninomiya (二宮町) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Ninomiya (二宮町) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) — regional specialty enjoyed across Ninomiya (二宮町) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Odawara kamaboko fish cakes — regional specialty enjoyed across Ninomiya (二宮町) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokosuka Kaigun curry — regional specialty enjoyed across Ninomiya (二宮町) and Kanagawa Prefecture.

If you are dining in Ninomiya (二宮町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km).

Where to Stay in Ninomiya (二宮町)

Visitors staying overnight in Ninomiya (二宮町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km), or base at major rail hubs in Yokohama (Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station) or neighboring Nakai, Ōiso, Hadano for quick train access into Ninomiya. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Ninomiya & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Ninomiya (二宮町, 30 m elevation at 35.3079°N, 139.2495°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 Azumayama Park in Ninomiya (二宮町) 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 Ninomiya (二宮町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Ninomiya: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station or Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) for local bus schedules to Azumayama Park and walking maps of Ninomiya (二宮町).
• Cash & ATMs in Ninomiya: Convenience stores and major hotels around Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Azumayama Park often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Ninomiya accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Ninomiya: Around Ninomiya Station (二宮駅) (1.2 km) and neighboring Nakai, Ōiso, Hadano, 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.