Minami-Izu Town 70th Anniversary "Ise Shrimp Festival"
This year, in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the enforcement of the town system, we will offer a discount of 3,000 yen from the Accommodation Fee so that you can stay at a better price at Ise Shrimp in Minami-Izu Town, which boasts the largest Landings in the prefecture.

[Period]
Saturday, October 4, 2025 ~ Sunday, November 30, 2025 *Until check-out on Sunday, December 1, 2025

[Reservation application]: September 20 (Sat) ~ November 17 (Mon)
* Apply from the dedicated form: https://ws.formzu.net/fgen/S84600026/
* Phone reception hours 9:00 ~ 17:00 (In the case of Phone, it will be very crowded and it will be difficult to Gari)
* Subject for Accommodation of 2 people or more (1 night)
* Up to the first 500 people
* Adult (junior high school students and above) and children (6 years old and older) will receive an Accommodation discount of 3,000 yen per person
* Guests only will also receive a free Car parking ticket for Ishirozaki Ocean Park
* Cannot be used in conjunction with Other coupons, etc.

【Overview】
◉ Accommodation reservations will be accepted until Monday, November 17.
◉ There are Accommodation on November 14 (Fri) and 15 (Sat) overlap with Events in our town and reservations may not be available.
◉ Ise Shrimp can be served to Adult (junior high school students and above) and children (6 years old and older ~ elementary school students).
◉ Please choose up to one cooking method for Ise Shrimp per person.
* Choose one of three cooking methods for Ise shrimp: sashimi, boiled, and grilled oni shell.
* Depending on the accommodation, the contents and types of cooking methods may change.
◉ Subject to the discount is for the first 500 people.
* After cancellation, you will not be able to apply if the number of subjects has been reached when you apply again.
◉ Subjects for discounts are Adult and children (from 6 years old to elementary school students).
* Subject for infants (2~6 years old) or infants (0~2 years old) are not eligible.
◉ As soon as the number of people Subjected for the discount is reached, the application will be closed.
◉ Subjects for Accommodation reservations through this tourism association are eligible for the discount.
◉ When you pay the reservation fee, you will receive a "Reservation Deposit Certificate" by mail.
◉ Business hours are until "9:00~17:00".

【Accommodation Procedure】
◉ Apply for Accommodation by reception form, email, or Phone.
◉ Once the Accommodation arrangements of the Tourism Association have been completed, we will mail you an "Accommodation Guide".
◉ When you receive the Accommodation invitation letter, please transfer the Accommodation Fee stated in the invitation to the designated account.
◉ After confirming the transfer, we will mail you a deposit slip.
◉ After receiving the reservation deposit certificate, please come directly to the inn.

【Reservation ~ Until Accommodation】
(1) Application (from the form, etc.)
(2) inn arrangements (There are if there are no vacancies)
(3) Accommodation invitation letter by mail (Publication of discounted amount)
(4) Accommodation fee transfer from the customer
(5) Send the deposit slip by mail
(6) After receiving the deposit slip, go to the Accommodation

[Cancellation fee (cancellation)]
〇 "From 7 days to 4 days before" on the designated date of Accommodation ... 20% of Accommodation Fee
〇 "From 3 days before the designated date of Accommodation to the day before" ... 50% of Accommodation Fee
〇 "On the day" of the designated day of Accommodation ... 100% of Accommodation Fee
〇 Early cancellation after payment of Accommodation fee will be charged a return fee of 1,000 yen

【How to apply】
Apply from the dedicated form: https://ws.formzu.net/fgen/S84600026/
* September 20 (Sat) 9:00 ~ Reservations start
Phone: 0558-62-0141 (In the case of Phone, it will be very crowded and difficult to Gari)
Ise Shrimp Festival Page→https://x.gd/Y2SYw

An island 🏝 you'll want to come back to again and again ― Izu Oshima Island Tour

Hello! This is 🤗 Hokule'a Shonan
This time, I would like to introduce ✨ the Scene of the diving tour on Izu Oshima Island

Izu Oshima Island is a popular outlying island that is easy to access from Tokyo. It's about 45 minutes by high-speed boat from Atami, 🛳 but it's a different world in the sea. Held in for the second time this year, and there are many repeat visitors, making it truly 😊 an island that makes you want to come back again and again

A fascinating Water world 🌊

The sparkling scenery that spreads out in the shallow area ✨ The world surrounded by light is so beautiful that you will want to look at it forever.

Plus, swimming through the dynamic terrain ⛰️ arches and rocky terrain created by volcanic eruptions will make you feel like you're on an adventure. No matter where you dive, there is a lot of variety, and every time you dive, you will discover something new!

And above all, a school 🐠🐟 of fish constantly swimming around the divers and never and a moment when they get bored.

Unforgettable Night Diving 🌙

What was particularly impressive this time was night diving. The sea at night shows a completely different look than in the daytime. Fish and nocturnal creatures illuminated by lights... Kiss your heart.

Among them, what! !️ I came across an oversized sea turtle 🐢 with a body length of more than 1 m. Impression ✨ by the appearance of sleeping comfortably on the rocky ground Everyone was so excited by the power that they just got close and kissed ... I'm sorry 🙏 I woke you up, but it was 👏 a really valuable encounter.

Summary🪸

Izu Oshima Island is a special place that combines the grandeur of Nature with the richness of Water, in addition to its proximity and accessibility. A world of shallow light, volcanic terrain, schools of fish, and encounters with big game... All of them will be unforgettable memories.

I Izu Oshima Island everyone thinks, "I want to Outbound again!" I can't wait to see 🤿✨ what kind of encounters await me on the next tour

📸 The tour Scene and Latest Information are also Broadcasting on Instagram!
👉 @hokulea_divejapan

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All 10 beaches in Shimoda City ended their opening period on August 31. Thank you very much for visiting us again this year, many.
After the opening period, there will be no more swimming areas and surf areas, and there will be no regulations such as "prohibitions, cautions, or permits" regarding swimming conditions, and there will be no lifesavers or lifeguards at the Beaches.

A Water Accident Warning has also been issued. It is likely that the hot days will continue, so if you come to swim, please be careful of the weather, water temperature, wave conditions, etc. Be careful of water places other than the sea.

In addition to Bathing in the sea, it seems that you can still spend time in the sea as a marine bath.
In marine sports, there are also experiences that even beginners can do, such as sea kayaking, surfing, and diving.

In addition, just walking on the beach and breathing in the salty air can be expected to have the effect of ocean bathing.

Lay out a sheet on the sand, look at the sea leisurely, or indulge in reading.

In a change from the vibrancy of summer, the sea in autumn is enveloped in a transparent and calm atmosphere.

The sea ✨ of Shimoda that makes you want to Outbound even after the Bathing in the sea season has passed

We look forward to seeing you (^o^)

Hello! This is 🤗 Hokule'a Shonan
This time, I went diving in Futo, a popular Spot in Higashiizu! Tomito is a place that can be reached by Day trip from the Kanto region, There is a it is ✨ one of the most popular beaches in the Higashi-Izu diving Spot

On this day, we were 👍 divided into an OW (Open Water) training team and a fun dive team.
The transparency, which was a little down, was recovering quickly and I was able 😄 to dive very comfortably.

August is coming to an end, but the midsummer days are still ongoing.
After all, the sea looks best 🏝 in summer.
Of course, the coolness of the air conditioner is comfortable, but the time to jump into the sea in front of you and cool off while soaking up the sun is the most luxurious moment 🐠 of all.

The moment you put your face on the surface of the water, it is a blissful time.
In the sparkling water, a flock of Solas damselfish unique to Higashi-Izu Unfolds.
The scene is a healing space that you will want to look at forever, and it will make you 🤿 feel the charm of diving again.

And what I would like to recommend in Tomito is "Tomito Hall".
The terrain is like a small cave, and on a clear day, the light shines through, making you 🌟 feel like you're exploring a small cave.

If you were too busy to go diving in the summer, don't worry!
Tomito, which can be reached on a day trip from the Kanto region, is the perfect sea for the upcoming hot season.
It is a diving Spot that even beginners can participate in with confidence, so it is recommended to start obtaining Sense and fun dives at this time.

🌈 Hokule'a Shonan is a PADI 5 Star diving center located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The theme is "Let's go on a journey to a world we haven't seen yet!"
We help you discover the wonders and joys of Nature through diving.

Held in diving courses and tours for more than 300 days a year in Izu, Okinawa, overseas, etc., and the small group system makes beginners feel safe.
We can also make a plan according to your request, so please feel free to contact us 🫧.

Even if you missed the summer, the residual heat continues.
Why don't you take this opportunity to experience diving in Higashi-Izu and Tomito? 🌊

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#BeginnerFriendly #SmallGroupDiving #EnglishFriendly #DiscoverScuba
#ExploreTheBlue #OceanLovers #UnseenWorld

Diving connects the 🌏 world

Hello. This is 🤗 Hokule'a Shonan

The other day, I went to the popular diving spot "Izu Marine Park (IOP)" in Higashi-Izu.
This time, we had guests from Spain and guests from the United States living in Japan. It was a 🤿✨ very international dive

On the day of the dive, we were divided into two teams: the experience diving team and the fun dive team.
The experience diving team started by snorkeling and getting used to the sea. Scene observed colorful fish in a shallow area with high transparency, and the guests seemed 😄 to be having a lot of fun
After that, I tried to breathe in water for the first time. I was a little nervous at first, but I soon got used to it and was able to dive calmly. In addition, I tried water photography, and I was able to enjoy 👏 it with so much leeway that I couldn't believe it was the first time

The Fun Dive Team aimed for Izu Marine Park's Specialties "Water Post".
Meter under the seabed, you can 📮✨ actually post a postcard to this post and the postcard will really reach the other party. Those who receive it will surely be surprised.
In addition, this time, a guest who enjoys drawing also tried drawing in water. It was a special and luxurious time to enjoy diving and art at the same time.

There is a very much to 🙏 everyone who participated this time
Once again, I felt 🌏 that diving is an Activities that connects the world
It is a great pleasure for us to be able to connect across borders through the sea.

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🌈 Hokule'a Shonan is a small-group dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to an unseen world!", we convey the beauty and enjoyment of Nature through diving. Held in tours and courses for more than 300 days a year, mainly in the Izu, Manazuru, and Shonan areas, including in Okinawa and overseas. We value polite support so that beginners can participate with peace of mind.

From now on, all the staff will do their best to guide 🌊✨ you so that more people can know about the beautiful sea of Japan
Let's experience a new world together!

Instagram: @hokulea_divejapan

#DiveJapan #UnderwaterPost #ScubaLife #ScubaAdventure #FunDive #DiscoverScuba #BeginnerFriendly #DiveExperience #ExploreTheBlue #OnlyInJapan #HokuleaShonan #DivingConnectsTheWorld #OceanLovers #JapanDiving #ScubaCommunity

The other day, I had the opportunity to Visit the site AMMOS✨!
You can spend time looking at the sea near Sotoura Beach
It is a valuable pet hotel in the city 🐶🐾
Meals with your dog can also be enjoyed at the restaurant!
Summary of the Scenes of the Facilities on the Blog, so please check it out☝️🌈

https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250820

Nishi-Izu's Tourist Information is [@nishiizu.kankou]
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Sunset No.1 in Japan Events a total of four days of fireworks over two weeks, Held in in Nishi-Izu Town and Dogashima Hot Spring Village.
Against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset called the magic hour after sunset, a condensed Powerful Presence fireworks is launched in about 10 minutes. Enjoy the autumn fireworks in Dogashima with your family and friends.
〜Held in Information〜
[Held in days] Held in for 4 days!
Saturday, September 27, 2025 and Sunday, September 28, 2025
Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5
【Held in time】17:45~ about 10 minutes
【Held in】Dogashima Park
【Car parking lot】Approx. 200 cars
Dogashima Park, Sunset Plaza Dogashima (2nd and 3rd Car Parking Lots), Former Rannosato Car Parking Lot
[Remarks]
Postponement in case of light rain or stormy weather to the day after the last day
In case of Postponement, we will inform you on the Tourism Association social media
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【Nishiizu Tourism Association】
2910-2 Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka
📞0558-52-1268

🌞Starting in August! Authentic summer sea season has arrived 🌊

With the sun shining brightly, the sea of Shonan is very comfortable, cool and in the best condition today!
In Hokule'a Shonan, summer adventures are still going on ✨

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Skin Diving...
We have 🐠 a program that allows you to enjoy the sea in each style
Even if you are a beginner or not good swimmer, the instructor will carefully support you so that you can participate with peace of mind.

When you step into the Water Middle World, it's like a different world.
In the highly transparent sea with sparkling light, please meet sea creatures and experience 🩵 the feeling of floating like weightlessness

Families with children and solo participants are also welcome!
It can be accessed on a day trip from Tokyo, so it is 🚃 perfect for summer excursions

For those of you who haven't experienced the "real ocean" yet this summer.
Why don't you make memorable memories together in the Shonan sea this summer? 🌈

We, Hokule'a Shonan instructors, will do our best to support your "first step".
Please feel free to contact us 😊

#HokuleaShonan
#DiveJapan
#SummerInJapan
#ScubaDivingAdventure
#SnorkelingTrip
#SkinDivingExperience
#OceanEscape
#TokyoDayTrip
#BeginnerFriendly
#DiscoverTheBlue
#UnderwaterWorld
#ExploreJapan
#BeachLifeJapan

7/25 Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 🎆
Thank you for coming to the first fireworks festival of this summer!
Before the fireworks festival, there will be a stage Events at Shinsui Park called "Play with Fireworks!" and
Everyone from "Chiitan ☆ Bonbazu", "Masked Girls", and "TOMOCA RIRIKA Yuri" had a great time!
https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/event/8/

Atami Sun Beach Water Park is now open!
July 19~August 31, 2025
Enjoy the sea of Atami this summer as well!

https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/event/184

On Tuesday, July 15 and Water, we Held in the 57th festival float Contest Festival Atami Kogashi.
During the day, the Shinto ritual of the Annual Grand Festival of Kunomiya Shrine and the Divine Blessing Procession were held, and at night, 23 festival floats gathered on the National Route.

Scenes of the festivals
https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/features/54

The end point of Izu, the starting point of Impression.
The southernmost tip of the Izu Peninsula "Minami-Izu Town"

Summer is finally in full swing in Minami-Izu Town.
1.2km sandy beach and beautiful Hakushaseishou Yuigahama Beaches
Hirizo Beach boasts the highest level of transparency in Japan
"Yuusuge" blooms with the Sunset in the summer
A sacred place for diving that divers all over Japan admire "Kamiko Motojima"
The night sky is full of stars and the "Milky Way"
There is no doubt that the time and scenery of Minami-Izu will make you want to Outbound again soon. Squid, when things don't turn out the way you want, make you realize the greatness of Nature and free up space for self-reflection.
Why don't you spend Squid summer time in Minami-Izu Town this summer?

Minami-Izu Town Bathing in the sea Information
https://x.gd/31Y2E

For more information about sightseeing in Minami-Izu Town,
Minamiizu Tourism Association [Official]
WEB：https://www.minami-izu.jp/
X：https://x.com/info_mizu
Instagram：https://x.com/info_mizu
Facebook：https://www.facebook.com/info.mizu
YouTube： https://www.youtube.com/@minamiizu_tourism

On Saturday, July 12, three beaches in Atami City opened to the sea at once.
At Atami Sun Beach, a safety prayer ceremony was held by the Kumiya Shrine with the attendance of related parties.
After the safety prayer festival, swimming starts at 9 o'clock! The children who gathered were presented with hand-held fireworks.
Enjoy the waters of Atami this summer!

Beaches opening period: July 12, 2025 (Sat) ~ August 31, 2025 (Sun)
【Atami Sun Beach】Atami City East Coast Town
【Nagahama Beaches】Kamitaga, Atami City
【Ajiro Hot Spring Beaches】Atami City Shimotaga
*Atami Sun Beach Water Park will be open on July 19 (Sat) ~ August 31 (Sun), 2025.

https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/features/34

If you want to "get PADI Sense in Japan", Hokule'a Shonan!
Hello! This is Hokule'a Shonan.

"I want to get a diving Sense while traveling in Japan"
"I want to take a course in English"
We offer courses that are perfect for guests from overseas in the Kanagawa and Shonan areas.

This time, guests from the United States completed the PADI Open Water Diver Course in 3 days and became divers! 🎉
The first day started with practicing basic skills, and on the last day, I was able to enjoy the sea with confidence.

The course can also be handled in English, so it is safe for foreigners living in Japan and those who are traveling.
In fact, the guests this time were able to communicate smoothly in English and proceed with the course safely and happily.

The training location is IOP (Izu Marine Park) in Higashi-Izu, a popular diving spot that can be reached on a day trip from Tokyo. Diving in the colorful schools of fish and beautiful sandy waters is truly a unique experience in Japan.

Hokule'a Shonan is certified as a PADI 5 Star Dive Center and features small class sizes and attentive instruction.
Even after obtaining Sense, we also provide support for the next step, such as Advanced Open Water Diver and Fun Diving.

✅ Especially for those who would like to recommend
Travelers and business travelers coming to Japan from overseas
Those who want to take diving lessons in English
Those who are interested in Japan's Nature and the sea
For those who are experiencing diving for the first time

Would you like to acquire a PADI Sense that can be used for a lifetime in Japan?
It is easy to access from Tokyo and is perfect for memories of your trip.
Let's experience the "blue world" with us!

#PADIOpenWater #DivingJapan #IOPIzu #ScubaNearTokyo #PADI5Star #JapanTravelTips #ExploreTheBlue #HokuleaShonan #SoloTravelJapan #OceanAdventure

Today, 6/30, is the last day of 💠✨ the Hydrangea Festival
Was the hydrangea in Shimoda Park Squid?
If you and your favorite photo, please participate 📸💜 in the Instagram Photo Contest
To apply, just follow the official Instagram of the Shimoda City Tourism Association and post with two hashtags: "#Izu Shimoda Hot spring Hydrangea Festival 54" and "#No.1 in Japan Hydrangea Garden 54"!
Winners will receive prizes 🎁👏 that will allow them to enjoy Shimoda to the fullest

Follow us on Instagram here 👇
https://www.instagram.com/shimoda_kanko/

Don't 👀 forget to check out our blog!
https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250630

The long summer has finally begun in Minami-Izu Town!!
Hirizo beach ferry service starts today (6/28)!
The ferry to the unexplored area "Hirizo Beach", which boasts the highest level of transparency in Japan, is operating until 9/28.

Please refer to the following to apply for the "Hirizo Beach Bathing in the Sea Tour" sponsored by this tourism association.
https://x.gd/ppFn9

Other summer information please refer to the following.
https://x.gd/Nf4RG

■Publication Photos
Hirizo beach Photo: SAYOKO SUZUKI https://www.instagram.com/izuphoto_345/
* Credits are included because unauthorized use is prohibited

Yuusuge Park: Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2024 works
Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2025 is now accepting applications
https://minamiizuphoto.mitte-x.istsw.jp/index.html?cn=131

The flowering status of hydrangea in Shimoda Park has 💠✨ been updated.
The peak season is still continuing, but the color of the flowers is gradually changing.
We recommend ☝🏽🌈 that you come to the park early

🇯🇵 Excellent Access from Tokyo! Held in PADI diving course in Nishi-Izu
[English support, small group size]

Implementation at Hokule'a Shonan recently held a PADI Open Water Diver Course.
The locations are "Hirasawa" and "Ida" in Nishi-Izu, which can be reached on a day trip from Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Both are highly transparent and are perfect Spots for your first marine training.

All of the guests who participated this time were beginners in diving.
Scenes were nervous at first, but after a careful lecture on land, Nature was smiling by the time they entered the sea.
The instructor supported me one by one and proceeded with the course calmly.

🤿 Diving is "fun and learning"
In the diving course, you will practice basic skills such as breathing in water, clearing a mask, and neutral buoyancy.
Even if you are a first-timer, you can rest assured that the small group size and slow pace will make you feel at ease.
While experiencing buddy checks and equipment settings, you will acquire Nature and "diver thinking".

Above all, the best part is that you can practice in the beautiful sea.
The sea in Ida is called "Ida blue", and surrounded by clear Water and colorful fish, you will feel as if you are in another world.

🌏 Classes in English are also available. Suitable for travelers and business travelers!
Hokule'a Shonan offers PADI Sense courses in English.
It is also possible for those who want to obtain a Sense while traveling or business travelers who are staying for a short period of time.
With a flexible schedule, you can tailor the course to your stay plan.

🚉 30 seconds walk from JR Hiratsuka Station (easy Access from Tokyo and Yokohama)

📆 Schedule request OK

👥 Peace of mind in private or small groups

🗣 English-speaking instructors

📩 The first step to the world's oceans, right here in Japan
Activities can be started even if you are not a good swimmer.
Water is a magical experience of breathing in the water, encounters with sea creatures, and quiet time to face yourself.
Everything will be a special memory that will stay with you.

If you get a PADI C card (Sense), you will be able to dive in the world's oceans.
I sincerely recommend it to those who want to start a new hobby or refresh themselves in Nature.

Interested parties, please feel free to contact us by DM or email.
Your diving life starts 🌊 here

📸 Scenes of diving are also introduced on Instagram.
@hokulea_divejapan
Be sure to check out some of Japan's hidden diving spots!

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#JapanTravelTips #OpenWaterCourse #SoloTravelJapan #DiveWithUs
#ExploreTheBlue #HiddenDiveSpot #PADI5Star #DivingJourney #PADIJapan

Making seabed Aged wine on a sunken ship|Special tour Held in in Higashi-Izu and Irisawa!
Hello, I'm Hokule'a Shonan!
This time, we successfully held in 😊 our special project, "Making Aged Wine on the Sea Floor in Sunken Ships"

This time, the wine was sunk in a sunken ship at a depth of -24 meters in water in Irisawa in Higashi-Izu.
In fact, it is said that the origin of "seabed Aged wine" is an old wine that was accidentally discovered in a sunken ship.
The swaying waves, the quiet environment, the shading and the constant water temperature created an ideal aged environment for the wines.

We Reproduction the "Submarine Cellar" this time!
The specially prepared bottles were sealed with sealing wax and the carefully prepared wine was transported to the sea.
The space inside the wreck is "just the right size" as if it was prepared for this wine.
The scenery peeking out from the side was truly fantastic, and it was a scenery that made me feel somewhat "romantic".

Thank you to everyone who participated on this day!
In particular, There is a 🍷✨ to Mr. Kobayashi of Hiratsuka's wine bar Binot, who has given us a great deal of cooperation from the planning stage this time

The wine will be raised six months later, in December.
At this year's Christmas party, a special one that has been quietly Aged on the seabed will appear in front of you.
What does it taste like? I can't stop being excited!

At Hokule'a Shonan, it will not end with "just a diving experience" from now on.
We would like to propose a "little special sea trip".

▼Special thanks
Instagram
@shobuzawa_diving (Irisawa Diving Center)
@winestore_sakae_binot (Wine Bar Binot)

Information on upcoming tours and events will be introduced on the official Instagram and blog from time to time, so be sure to check it out!

#SeaAgedWine #UnderwaterCellar #WineDive
#OceanAging #WreckDive #HokuleaShonan
#DiveJapan #UniqueExperiences #WineLovers
#UnderwaterAdventure

Photo taken on June 13. On the Jacaranda Promenade, which is about 400 meters to the left and right of the famous landmarks "Omiya pine tree", the Best time to visit "Jacaranda" continues.
Beautiful blue-purple flowers that are in best time to visit during the rainy season. It is vulnerable to rain and wind, and the flowers have begun to fall, so Visiting the site early.
https://ataminews.gr.jp/event/338

The 54th Shimoda Hot spring Hydrangea Festival Flowering Status [Overall 5 minutes blooming]

The hydrangea in Shimoda Park bloomed for 5 minutes overall!
From the entrance to Kaikoku Square, it is 💠✨ in Best time to visit

Colorful flowers are beginning to bloom here and there in the park, and the scenery is soothing just by walking.
Blue, purple, pink, white... You can also see colorful hydrangeas only in 🎨 Shimoda Park!

Famous for changing the color of hydrangeas depending on the nature of the soil, Shimoda Park changes the fertilizer applied every year and the park is sloped, so you can see 👀💙💜 colorful hydrangeas due to the Fertilizer that streams

The wonders of Shimoda Park and the types of hydrangeas are explained in the "Shimoda Hydrangea Picture Book"
Please use it for a walk around the hydrangea in the park! 👇
https://www.shimoda-ajisai.info/

Near the Cluster of trees, Hydrangea Terrace Cafe is Open for business ☕🌿
〈Open every day during the Hydrangea Festival *May be canceled due to weather 9:00~16:00〉
The limited quantity of Ume Plum Squash (600 yen) is popular ✨

However, it seems that the Ume plum has run out because it is too popular, so this time I chose the seasonal ade New Summer Orange!

It was delicious with a sweetness even though it was 🍊 refreshing
It seems that the Ume Plum will be ready in a little while!
Other, there are many drinks that are perfect for taking a break while looking at the hydrangeas!

There is 👍 also a space for eating, drinking, and merchandise sales in Kaikoku Square

Some of them are still in bud, but the colorful hydrangeas are opening softly in the sunny area, and it's the 📷 perfect time to take pictures

The colors will continue to change from now on, and the best time to visit is expected to be from mid to late June. We will update the flowering status from time to time, so please 🌤 check it out before going out

Now! Minami-Izu in summer
The summer brochure is complete!
This year, we also Publication a sea-related Information.
The Bathing in the sea period is as follows.
◆Yuigahama Beaches
Period: Saturday, July 26, 2025 ~ Sunday, August 24, 2025
◆Yuigahama Splash Water Park
Period: Saturday, July 19, 2025 ~ Sunday, August 24, 2025
◆The 48th Yumigahama Fireworks Display
Events date: Friday, August 8, 2025
◆Koura Beaches
Period: July 23, 2025 (Water) ~ August 16, 2025 (Sat)
◆Hirizo Beach
Period: Saturday, June 28, 2025 ~ Sunday, September 28, 2025
◆Hirizo beach Bathing in the sea tour
Dates: July 19 (Sat), ~21 (Mon), August 9 (Sat) ~ 17 (Sun), September 13 (Sat) ~ 14 (Sun)
<Total 14 days>
Find out more here→https://x.gd/RrPZ6
Click here to apply→https://x.gd/Egniv
◆Tsumara Ocean Athletic
Period: July 12 (Sat) ~ September 7 (Sun)
Please refer to the following for information on Bathing in the sea in Minami-Izu Town (swimming status is also updated).
https://x.gd/DcYKF

We have started accepting applications for the "Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2025".
Scenes of the four seasons, Events, drone photography, etc., please submit photos that convey the charm of Minami-Izu Town.
This year, we are also looking for high-resolution (10MB or more) photos that can be used for posters.
*This contest is open only to online submissions of digital photographs.
Online entries must be taken with a digital camera or other device (JPEG format only). The size of one photo must not exceed 10 MB.
* Only in the photo category that promotes Minami-Izu, high-resolution (10MB or more) photos.
* The posted photo is the winning work of the Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2024.
<Application Period>
Sunday, June 1, 2025 ~ Saturday, January 31, 2026
< Submissions>
Limited to works taken between February 1, 2025 ~ January 31, 2026
< Division>
(1) Four seasons in Minami-Izu Town
Photos taken in Minami-Izu Town (e.g., Margaret in Spring, Beaches in Summer, Ise Shrimp Fishing in Autumn, First Sunrise in Winter, etc.)
* Photos that show the four seasons at tourist facilities in the In the town are acceptable (e.g., jade Squid at Shimogamo Tropical Botanical Garden, aloe at Minami-Izu Aloe Center, etc.)
(2) Events Department
Photos that convey the charm of Events in the In the town, such as the Yumigahama Fireworks Display and the Bochibochi Marathon
(3) Drone Division
Photo taken by drone in Minami-Izu Town
(4) Photography to promote Minami-Izu
We are looking for high-resolution (10MB or more) photos that can be used in posters, etc.
The number of entries is limited to 3 points per one person per category (up to 12 points in 4 categories in total).
<About application>
Apply here
https://minamiizuphoto.mitte-x.istsw.jp/index.html?cn=131
* Please apply by clicking the "New Registration" or "Login" button displayed below during the application period.
< Prize >
Grand Prix: 1 prize in each category: Prize money (70,000 yen)
【Second Prize】1 point in each category・・・Shimogamo Hot Spring Ryokan Kyodo Group training camp night subsidy ticket (worth 15,000 yen)
* Accommodation subsidy ticket Subject inn are the following 4 hotels.
・ Heavenly inn in a jar 〇 sentence https://www.yadomarubun.com/
・Hotel Kawachiya https://kawatiya.net/
・ Kiichiyu https://www.tokiichiyu.com/
・Ishikakai Bettei Kagiya https://shimogamo-kagiya.jp/

[Refresh by diving]
Reset your mind and body in Higashi-Izu and Kawana! 🐢✨

Hello! This is Hokule'a Shonan.
Today, we went diving in the sea of Higashi-Izu and Kawana with two teams!

One team will participate in the fun diving.
On this day, the sea conditions were good and the transparency was outstanding!
We encountered sea turtles and Squid in the Water, and it was 🐢🦑 a very exciting dive
And... What! Some 👏✨ guests celebrated their 100th dive on this day.
Congratulations indeed! We will continue to support an even more wonderful diving life in the future!

The other team is a refresher team.
Even if you are a little worried because you will be diving in yellowtail for a long time, we dived while carefully checking the basic skills so that you can participate with peace of mind.
Some of the guests who participated this time came from overseas, but their skills such as clearing masks were perfect 👌
Even if you have blanks, you can quickly regain your senses by getting used to Water little by little!

Some people say, "Next time, challenge AOW!?"
I'm 🤿 looking forward to seeing more and more growth in the future

There is a to 🙌 everyone who participated

🌈 At Hokule'a Shonan, refresher courses are also available at any time.
"I want to dive into yellowtail for a long time" or "I'm a little unsure but want to start again" are also welcome!
With personalized support, you can enjoy the world of the sea with peace of mind.
Please feel free to contact us 😊

#RefreshDive #DivingLife #HokuleaShonan #DiveJapan #RediscoverTheSea #UnderwaterAdventure #OceanHealing #ScubaDivingJapan #FunDive #EastCoastJapan #BeginnerFriendlyDiving #PADIJapan

【Limited Held in】Aged on the seabed!? The "Undersea Wine Tour" will start 🍷🌊

For wine lovers, diving enthusiasts, and curious people who want to experience something a little different.
From Hokule'a Shonan, we would like to introduce an exciting new project.

It's called the "Undersea Wine Tour"!

In fact, it There are a method of Aged wine that is currently attracting worldwide attention.
That is "seabed Aged".

In the sea, there is little change in temperature, no light reaches it, and it is very quiet.
This special environment mellows the taste of the wine and leads to a deeper Traditional Japanese straw raincoat.

This time, a special tour with the experience of actually sinking a wine bottle will be held in in June at the shipwreck Spot of "Shobuzawa" in the southeastern part of the Izu Peninsula!
Six months to a year later, the wine is pulled from the seabed and becomes one of the perfect bottles 🎄✨ for Christmas and special occasion toasts at the end of the year

🌟 This is the attraction of the tour!
The extraordinary and dramatic experience of actually sinking wine to the bottom of the sea

You can enjoy both the beautiful waters and wreck dives of Irisawa

The luxury of "savoring time" to enjoy a change of wine months later

Reliable support with a small number of people. An atmosphere that makes it easy to participate even for the first time

* This dive requires AOW (Advanced Open Water) or higher Sense.
Sense acquisition is well in time.
Why don't you respond to that feeling of "I wanted to try it someday" this summer?

📅 Held in
Tuesday, June 17, 2025

* There are capacity, so please contact us as soon as possible.

🌊 The romance of "making wine Aged in the sea".
Beautiful seas, the mystery of wrecks, and wines that ripen over time.
Everything comes together to create a true "drama of the sea".

Would you like to be the protagonist of a new story this summer?

📩 For reservations and inquiries, please feel free to contact Hokule'a Shonan!
#UnderwaterWineExperience
#OceanAgedWine
#DiveIntoTheUnexpected
#ShipwreckWineDive
#ToastFromTheOcean
#HokuleaShonan
#DiveJapan
#UnforgettableUnderwater
#HiddenJapanGems
#BucketListDive

2025 Summer Poster Completed!
Summer is about to begin!
I think it will be a hot summer again, but last year's maximum temperature was 33°C (recorded by the meteorological observatory in Irouzaki), and there is no day on which the heat wave was recorded.
In other words, Minami-Izu Town is a summer resort.
Please feel the summer at the summer resort where the sea is beautiful and enjoy it to the fullest!
* Members of the tourism association will be provided free of charge.
* If you are not a member, it will be sold for 500 yen for small (B2 size) and 1,000 yen for large (B1 size).
* We do not deliver posters.

Click here for Beaches
https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-entry&spot=183791&cat=18711&pageno=3&type=spot

🌊✨ In photogenic Shizuura, enjoy ✨📸 the beauty of water

Shizuura in Nishi-Izu is a diving Spot known for its beautiful Water landscapes and calm waters. This time, Hokule'a Shonan Held in a photo tour and divemaster training in Shizuura.

Guests are transformed into water photographers with underwater cameras in their hands. From the fantastic scenery of swaying seaweed to the creatures of the macroscopic world, I captured the moment of my choice.

On the other hand, the members who participated in the divemaster training practiced rope work and honed their safety management skills, and acquired skills while having fun. It was a fulfilling day full of learning and laughter.

🌈 Hokule'a Shonan photo tour is recommended 👇 for people like this
✅ I want to thoroughly enjoy shooting in Water!
✅ I want you to teach me how to use the camera carefully!
✅ I want to leave a beautiful sea world in my memories!

Hokule'a Shonan offers private photo tours for everyone, from beginners to advanced riders. From basic camera operations to composition advice, experienced instructors provide solid support.

📸 You can also request a tailor-made tour according to your wishes!
We can help you improve your diving skills and create special memories. Enjoy a special time just for you in the beautiful sea of Shizuura.

#HokuleaShonan #PhotoDiveTour #ScubaDivingJapan #WestIzuDiving #ShizuuraDiving #DiveMasterTraining #MarineLifePhotography #OceanAdventure #UnderwaterExplorer #OceanMemories #ExploreJapanUnderwater #DiveAndCapture

We will introduce Minami-Izu Town "5/3~5/6GW outing Information".

◆Saturday, May 3
・Irouzaki Fashion Park 2025
10:00~16:00 Ishirouzaki Ocean Park
Let's dress up and gather in Irouzaki! Stalls such as Sail Pillar Dog

◆May 3 (Sat) ~ May 5 (Mon)
・ Shore observation experience
14:30～16:30
Book for Eco Surfers!
https://www.eco-surf.com/shore/
The "first step" to play in the sea. This will level up your sea play this summer!

◆May 4 (Sun) ~ May 5 (Mon)
・Minami-Izu Umaimon Festival
17:00~21:00 Shimogamo Tropical Botanical Garden
A large gathering of delicious food in Minami-Izu! COLOR THE NIGHT WITH HOT & SPICY & SWEET.

◆May 5 (Mon) ~ 6 (Tue)
・Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana GW Events
10:00~15:00 @Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana
Stalls such as ring throwing, super ball scooping, and yakitori

◆~Until May 5 *Held in, please contact us
・ Mandarin oranges picking * All you can eat included (bamboo shoot Shokudo ~ until 5/5)
http://takenokomura.com/

◆~Until May 6 *Held in, please contact us
・Strawberry picking @Baby Berry Farm
http://babyberryfarm.com/

[Diving in Nishi-Izu and Tago! ] To a blue world with a transparency of more than 15 meters]

Hello! This is 🌸 Hokule'a Shonan
The other day, I went to the popular diving spot "Tago" in Nishi-Izu!

Tago is a particularly popular area in Nishi-Izu, which is known for its rich nature and dynamic terrain. Access is a little far, but it is still understandable that there are many repeat customers who say, "It's worth going!"

The sea on this day was more than 15 meters transparent!
The moment you enter, you can't help but exclaim, "Wow!" at the beauty of the water.
Just swimming in the clear blue sea with sparkling sunlight was a feeling that soothed my heart.

And the highlight is a flock of snapdragons.
Against the rocky backdrop, countless orange fish dance like a blizzard of flowers in the water.
The water temperature was stable, the seaweed was growing, and the "water landscape only just now" was ✨ spreading

At Hokule'a Shonan, we will guide you to diving spots that are "in season now!" at that time of year and on each day.
Of course, the selection of points according to the request and the polite guide with a small number of people are also popular.
Even first-timers and those with blanks can participate 😊 with confidence

"Even if it's a little far away, I want to be healed by seeing the beautiful sea."
"I want to encounter a scenery that can only be seen now."
For such people, Tago diving is highly recommended!

🌟point🌟
✔️ Day trip possible from the suburbs of Tokyo (early morning departure)
✔️ Safe and comfortable diving with a small number of people
✔️ Guided by an experienced instructor

For those who want to be healed by the beauty of the sea, the current Tago no Kai is really recommended!
Let's 🏝 go together and enjoy the view of the sea that you can only meet now

#TagoDiving #NishiIzuDive #ScubaDivingJapan #HiddenGemsOfJapan
#ExploreJapanUnderwater #HokuleaShonan #SmallGroupDiving #DivingNearTokyo #ColorfulReefFish #AnthiasParadise

4/26 I went to the "Atami Pudding Raingu Station Store" that opened the day before.
The retro feel of Raingu Station is perfect.
The first piece is "Wheat Kogashi Pudding" limited to the Kurimiya store. ❤️ I recommend it
https://www.instagram.com/atami_kankou/