Things to Do in Nishiizu (西伊豆町), Shizuoka: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 25, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Nishiizu (西伊豆町) in Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳), Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山), Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) and served by Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) via the regional hub at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen). Set at 476 m elevation (34.8234°N, 138.8173°E), Nishiizu offers travelers a base for sampling regional Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha), Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel), Fujinomiya yakisoba cuisine and exploring neighboring Matsuzaki (松崎町) (8.6 km), Kawazu (河津町) (13 km), Minamiizu (南伊豆町) (17.7 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (19.3 km).

Situated across rolling inland terrain at 476 m elevation in Shizuoka Prefecture, Nishiizu is anchored by local landmarks including Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳), Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山), Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) and connects to neighboring Matsuzaki, Kawazu, Minamiizu via Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km). Within Shizuoka Prefecture, Nishiizu (西伊豆町) serves as a town (町) in shizuoka prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

What to See & Do in Nishiizu (西伊豆町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Nishiizu (西伊豆町) from Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) at 476 m elevation (34.8234°N, 138.8173°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Nishiizu):

• Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Nishiizu (西伊豆町).
• Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山) — local sightseeing landmark near Nishiizu (西伊豆町).
• Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Nishiizu (西伊豆町).
• Fuji-Hakone-Izu-kokuritsu Park — local sightseeing landmark near Nishiizu (西伊豆町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Nishiizu: Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) (connecting to Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Nishiizu

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu:

• Matsuzaki (松崎町) — 8.6 km from Nishiizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kawazu (河津町) — 13 km from Nishiizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Minamiizu (南伊豆町) — 17.7 km from Nishiizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 19.3 km from Nishiizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Shimoda (下田市) — 19.8 km from Nishiizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Nishiizu & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Nishiizu (西伊豆町) via Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km): 45m–1h 25m from Tokyo Station (or 1h–1h 30m from Kyoto/Osaka) directly on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari or Kodama. From Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) to reach central Nishiizu (34.8234°N, 138.8173°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Shizuoka with Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and neighboring Matsuzaki, Kawazu, Minamiizu. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Nishiizu, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Day-trippers stopping in Nishiizu between Shizuoka and Matsuzaki 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 Nishiizu: While Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) anchors public transit for Nishiizu, picking up a rental car at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) and Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山) with nearby Matsuzaki (松崎町) (8.6 km), Kawazu (河津町) (13 km), Minamiizu (南伊豆町) (17.7 km), Higashiizu (東伊豆町) (19.3 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Nishiizu (西伊豆町) & Shizuoka

Dining near Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) and across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) highlights the regional food culture of Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Nishiizu:

• Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha) — regional specialty enjoyed across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel) — regional specialty enjoyed across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Fujinomiya yakisoba — regional specialty enjoyed across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Suruga Bay sakura-ebi (cherry shrimp) & namashirasu — regional specialty enjoyed across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Shizuoka oden — regional specialty enjoyed across Nishiizu (西伊豆町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.

If you are dining in Nishiizu (西伊豆町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km).

Where to Stay in Nishiizu (西伊豆町)

Visitors staying overnight in Nishiizu (西伊豆町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km), or base at major rail hubs in Shizuoka (Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)) or neighboring Matsuzaki, Kawazu, Minamiizu for quick train access into Nishiizu. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Nishiizu & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Nishiizu (西伊豆町, 476 m elevation at 34.8234°N, 138.8173°E): Early February–March for Kawazu early cherry blossoms on the Izu Peninsula; October–February for crisp, unobstructed southern views of Mount Fuji.

Wider sightseeing across Shizuoka Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) in Nishiizu (西伊豆町) includes: Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

Practical Travel Tips for Nishiizu (西伊豆町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Nishiizu: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) or Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) for local bus schedules to Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) and walking maps of Nishiizu (西伊豆町).
• Cash & ATMs in Nishiizu: Convenience stores and major hotels around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Nishiizu accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Nishiizu: Around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (16.5 km) and neighboring Matsuzaki, Kawazu, Minamiizu, 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.