Things to Do in Ōshima (大島町), Tokyo: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Ōshima (大島町) in Tokyo Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Mihara Yama (三原山), Ō Shima (大島), Miyazuka Yama (宮塚山) and served by Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal via the regional hub at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND). Set at 64 m elevation (34.7518°N, 139.3607°E), Ōshima offers travelers a base for sampling regional Edomae nigiri sushi, Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen, Monjayaki (Tsukishima) cuisine and exploring neighboring Toshima Village (利島村) (26.6 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (31.5 km), Itō (伊東市) (33.5 km), Kawazu (河津町) (37.5 km).

Ōshima Town covers the island of Izu Ōshima, in the Izu archipelago in the Philippine Sea, 120 km south of central Tokyo. It is mentioned in historical records for its many volcanic eruptions. After the start of the Meiji period, in 1878, the island came under the control of Tokyo-fu and was organized into six villages (Okada, Motomura, Senzu, Nomashi, Sashikiji and Habuminato) under Oshima subprefecture on April 1, 1908. Fishing and seasonal tourism are the mainstays of the economy of Ōshima. The island is known for its Camellia Festival, Hanabi Festival, five black sand beaches, and several onsen. Within Tokyo Prefecture, Ōshima (大島町) serves as a town (町) in Tokyo Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

What to See & Do in Ōshima (大島町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Ōshima (大島町) from Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal at 64 m elevation (34.7518°N, 139.3607°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Ōshima):

• Mihara Yama (三原山) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōshima (大島町).
• Ō Shima (大島) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōshima (大島町).
• Miyazuka Yama (宮塚山) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōshima (大島町).
• Nichiren Zaki (日蓮崎) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōshima (大島町).
• Mount Mihara It — local sightseeing landmark near Ōshima (大島町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Ōshima: Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal (connecting to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Ōshima

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Ōshima (大島町) and Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto:

• Toshima Village (利島村) — 26.6 km from Ōshima (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 31.5 km from Ōshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Itō (伊東市) — 33.5 km from Ōshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kawazu (河津町) — 37.5 km from Ōshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Shimoda (下田市) — 38.8 km from Ōshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Ōshima & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Ōshima (大島町) via Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal: Direct international flights into Haneda (HND, 20m from center) and Narita (NRT, 40–60m); connected to all JR East & JR Central Shinkansen lines plus JR Chuo Line to West Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal to reach central Ōshima (34.7518°N, 139.3607°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal: JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Tokyo (Shinjuku) with Ōshima (大島町) and neighboring Toshima Village, Higashiizu, Itō. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Ōshima, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Ōshima and continuing toward Toshima Village 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 Ōshima: While Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal anchors public transit for Ōshima, picking up a rental car at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) makes it easy to link Mihara Yama (三原山) and Ō Shima (大島) with nearby Toshima Village (利島村) (26.6 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (31.5 km), Itō (伊東市) (33.5 km), Kawazu (河津町) (37.5 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Ōshima (大島町) & Tokyo

Dining near Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and across Ōshima (大島町) highlights the regional food culture of Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Ōshima:

• Local specialty & terroir of Ōshima (大島町): geothermal hot-spring (onsen) ryokan hospitality and mountain tourism alongside coastal fishing ports, marine aquaculture, and fresh seafood markets.
• Edomae nigiri sushi — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōshima (大島町) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōshima (大島町) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Monjayaki (Tsukishima) — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōshima (大島町) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tempura & tonkatsu — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōshima (大島町) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Fukagawa-meshi (clam rice) & artisanal depachika sweets — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōshima (大島町) and Tokyo Prefecture.

If you are dining in Ōshima (大島町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal.

Where to Stay in Ōshima (大島町)

Visitors staying overnight in Ōshima (大島町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, or base at major rail hubs in Tokyo (Shinjuku) (Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)) or neighboring Toshima Village, Higashiizu, Itō for quick train access into Ōshima. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Ōshima & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Ōshima (大島町, 64 m elevation at 34.7518°N, 139.3607°E): Late March–early April for cherry blossoms; October–early December for crisp blue skies and golden ginkgo avenues; vibrant year-round indoors and out.

Wider sightseeing across Tokyo Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Mihara Yama (三原山) in Ōshima (大島町) includes: 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

Practical Travel Tips for Ōshima (大島町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Ōshima: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) or Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal for local bus schedules to Mihara Yama (三原山) and walking maps of Ōshima (大島町).
• Cash & ATMs in Ōshima: Convenience stores and major hotels around Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Mihara Yama (三原山) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Ōshima accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Ōshima: Around Oshima Airport (3.4 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and neighboring Toshima Village, Higashiizu, Itō, 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.