Overview
Kozushima is a remote volcanic island 170km south of Tokyo in the Philippine Sea, part of the Izu Seven Islands group and within Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. With only 1,952 residents, it offers a quiet counterweight to the capital - Mt.
Diving · Island · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Accommodation
Camping at Takouwan from ¥400/person or hotel from ¥10,500/person with meals.
Activities
Mt. Tenjo trekking, diving shops (multilingual), hot springs open 10:00-21:00 Wed closed.
Food
Restaurants often closed in low season - bring food or cook. Local shōchū is available.
Packing
Bring food if camping in low season. Swimsuit required for open-air bath at hot spring.
Transport
Daily overnight ferry from Tokyo Takeshiba pier near Daimon station - ¥6500 reclining seat, 12 hours.