About Izu Islands

The Izu Islands are a volcanic chain situated off the south coast of the Izu Peninsula on Honshu, Japan. Stretching 300 km across the Pacific Ocean, the Izu Islands boast a plethora of natural spring pools known as ‘onsen’, gorgeous beaches and excellent snorkelling opportunities in colourful underwater surroundings. You can even dive with dolphins off the coast of Mikurajima. Hiking up the some of the dormant volcanoes is another top attraction, with the climbs offering superb views across the Izu chain and various difficulties to choose from. With numerous high-speed ferry routes within the archipelago, they are an island-hoppers dream. They have plenty of ports offering frequent crossings to mainland Japan as well, so there’s plenty of sailing options.