HACHIJOJIMA 101

Your local English guide

The Tokyo Island

of everlasting Spring

distance from Tokyo to Hachijojma Japan map

With a quick direct flight from the Haneda Airport or a lengthier ferry detour from the Takeshiba terminal.

Immerse Yourself In

Peculiar cuisine

From the healthy ashitaba vegetable, lemons and passionfruits to the "stinky fish" kusaya, unique local sushi known as shimazushi, and local liquor are sure to test your taste buds!

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Rich HIStory

Did you know that Hachijojima is sometimes referred to as The Island of Exiles and The Hawaii of Japan?

Also, during the late Pacific War a squadron related to kamikaze was based here hidden in the dug tunnels on the southern side cliffs some of which remain intact to this day.

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Mind-boggling sunsets

and night skies

LUSH NATURE

Various trekking trails, abundance of waterfalls and hot springs, stunning-view mountain paths, fragrant flowers, the mysterious pothole and other secrets is what defines the island.

vast ocean

Known as Hachijo Blue, the transparent waters attract divers and snorkelers throughout the year.

The underwater world includes the mesmerizing thousands of years ago erupted and solidified lava formations, countless colorful corals, turtles, a variety of other fish and on rare occasions even dolphins.