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

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

Overview & City Profile

Toshima (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 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).

It is one of the eight central wards of the Tokyo Metropolitan area. Located in the northern area of Tokyo, Toshima is bordered by the wards of Nerima, Itabashi, and Kita in the north and Nakano, Shinjuku, and Bunkyo in the south. The ward was founded on March 15, 1947, and reached a peak resident population of 370,000 in 1965. During the day the population swells with commuters, resulting in a daytime population of around 378,475. Approximately 47% of Toshima's land is residential, and 20% is commercial and public areas. Although Toshima is a ward, it is referred to as a city. The ward offices are located in Ikebukuro, which is also the commercial and entertainment center of Toshima. With a non-Japanese population of 19,868, or 7.42% of the total, Toshima is one of the most international wards in Tokyo. Of the foreign population, 56% is of Chinese descent, 20% is of Korean descent, and the rest are of primarily Filipino and European descent. Situated across rolling inland terrain at 398 m elevation in Tokyo Prefecture, Toshima is anchored by local landmarks including Nii Jima (新岛), Udone-shima (鵜渡根島), Miyazuka Yama (宮塚山) and connects to neighboring Niijima, Ōshima, Shimoda via Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal. Within Tokyo Prefecture, Toshima (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 (利島村): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Toshima (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):

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

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Toshima

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Toshima (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 (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Ōshima (大島町) — 26.6 km from Toshima (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Shimoda (下田市) — 35.2 km from Toshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kōzushima (神津島村) — 36.4 km from Toshima (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 40.9 km from Toshima (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Toshima & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Toshima (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 (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 (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, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Day-trippers stopping in Toshima between Tokyo (Shinjuku) and 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: While Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal anchors public transit for Toshima, 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 (利島村) & Tokyo

Dining near Niijima Airport (17.1 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and across Toshima (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:

• Edomae nigiri sushi — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Monjayaki (Tsukishima) — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tempura & tonkatsu — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Fukagawa-meshi (clam rice) & artisanal depachika sweets — regional specialty enjoyed across Toshima (利島村) and Tokyo Prefecture.

If you are dining in Toshima (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 (利島村)

Visitors staying overnight in Toshima (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. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Toshima & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Toshima (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 (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 (利島村)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Toshima: 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 (利島村).
• Cash & ATMs in Toshima: 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 accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Toshima: 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.