Things to Do in Toshima Village (利島村), Tokyo: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Toshima Village (利島村) in Tokyo Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Nii Jima (新岛), Udone-shima (鵜渡根島), Miyazuka Yama (宮塚山) and served by Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal via the regional hub at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND). Set at 398 m elevation (34.5226°N, 139.2793°E), Toshima Village offers travelers a base for sampling regional Edomae nigiri sushi, Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen, Monjayaki (Tsukishima) cuisine and exploring neighboring Niijima (新島村) (17.5 km), Ōshima (大島町) (26.6 km), Shimoda (下田市) (35.2 km), Kōzushima (神津島村) (36.4 km).

The village comprises the whole of Toshima Island. The island, at 4.12 km, is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Izu Island chain. To-shima, a volcanic island in the Izu Islands, is administered by the Tōkyō Metropolitan government. It lies south of Tōkyō and east of the Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture. Within Tokyo Prefecture, Toshima Village (利島村) serves as a village (村) 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 Toshima Village (利島村): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Toshima Village (利島村) from Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal at 398 m elevation (34.5226°N, 139.2793°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Toshima Village):

• Nii Jima (新岛) — local sightseeing landmark near Toshima Village (利島村).
• Udone-shima (鵜渡根島) — local sightseeing landmark near Toshima Village (利島村).
• Miyazuka Yama (宮塚山) — local sightseeing landmark near Toshima Village (利島村).
• Shikine-jima (式根島) — local sightseeing landmark near Toshima Village (利島村).
• Toshima Island — local sightseeing landmark near Toshima Village (利島村).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Toshima Village: Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal (connecting to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Toshima Village

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Toshima Village (利島村) and Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto:

• Niijima (新島村) — 17.5 km from Toshima Village (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Ōshima (大島町) — 26.6 km from Toshima Village (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Shimoda (下田市) — 35.2 km from Toshima Village (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kōzushima (神津島村) — 36.4 km from Toshima Village (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 40.9 km from Toshima Village (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Toshima Village & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Toshima Village (利島村) via Niijima Airport (17.1 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 Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal to reach central Toshima Village (34.5226°N, 139.2793°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal: JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Tokyo (Shinjuku) with Toshima Village (利島村) and neighboring Niijima, Ōshima, Shimoda. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Toshima Village, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Toshima Village and continuing toward Niijima 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 Toshima Village: While Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal anchors public transit for Toshima Village, picking up a rental car at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) makes it easy to link Nii Jima (新岛) and Udone-shima (鵜渡根島) with nearby Niijima (新島村) (17.5 km), Ōshima (大島町) (26.6 km), Shimoda (下田市) (35.2 km), Kōzushima (神津島村) (36.4 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Toshima Village (利島村) & Tokyo

Dining near Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and across Toshima Village (利島村) highlights the regional food culture of Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Toshima Village:

• Local specialty & terroir of Toshima Village (利島村): coastal fishing ports, marine aquaculture, and fresh seafood markets.
• Edomae nigiri sushi — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima Village (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima Village (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Monjayaki (Tsukishima) — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima Village (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tempura & tonkatsu — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima Village (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Fukagawa-meshi (clam rice) & artisanal depachika sweets — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima Village (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.

If you are dining in Toshima Village (利島村) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal.

Where to Stay in Toshima Village (利島村)

Visitors staying overnight in Toshima Village (利島村) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, or base at major rail hubs in Tokyo (Shinjuku) (Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)) or neighboring Niijima, Ōshima, Shimoda for quick train access into Toshima Village. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Toshima Village & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Toshima Village (利島村, 398 m elevation at 34.5226°N, 139.2793°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 Nii Jima (新岛) in Toshima Village (利島村) 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 Toshima Village (利島村)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Toshima Village: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) or Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal for local bus schedules to Nii Jima (新岛) and walking maps of Toshima Village (利島村).
• Cash & ATMs in Toshima Village: Convenience stores and major hotels around Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Nii Jima (新岛) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Toshima Village accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Toshima Village: Around Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and neighboring Niijima, Ōshima, Shimoda, 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.