Scenic Spot from 'Your Name': Omuroyama with Guide

Omuroyama is located in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is a cone-shaped volcano with an elevation of 580 meters and is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Its unique feature is its almost perfect symmetrical shape, which locals call 'Manju Mountain.' It is also one of the famous attractions on the Izu Peninsula.
⛺【Activities】:
Crater Trail: There is a trail around the crater at the top of the mountain, about 1 kilometer long. It takes about 30 minutes to walk around, suitable for a leisurely stroll, and offers views of Mount Fuji, Sagami Bay, and the Izu Peninsula.
Archery Experience: There is an archery range inside the crater where you can experience traditional archery. The cost is about 500 yen.
Yamayaki Festival: Every February, the 'Yamayaki Festival' is held on the mountain, where the entire grassland is set on fire. It is very spectacular and suitable for visitors in winter.
💴【Ticket Prices】:
Omuroyama itself does not require an entrance fee, but you need to buy a cable car ticket to go up the mountain.
Cable Car Fees:
Round-trip tickets are about 1000 yen (adults).
The operating hours for the Omuroyama cable car are generally:
March to September: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October to February: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
🚌【Transportation Guide】:
1. From Tokyo
Train: Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Atami Station. Then transfer to the JR Ito Line to Ito Station.
From Ito Station, take the Tokai Bus (bound for Shaboten Park) and get off at the Omuroyama Cable Car Station. The bus ride takes about 40 minutes.
Cable Car:
Upon arriving at Omuroyama, take the cable car up the mountain. The cable car ride takes about 5 minutes, and a one-way ticket costs about 500 yen.
Self-Drive:
Drive from Tokyo along the Tomei Expressway or Odawara-Atsugi Road to the Izu Kogen area. The drive takes about 2-3 hours.
Navigate to the Omuroyama Cable Car Station parking lot. After parking, take the cable car up the mountain.
2. From Shizuoka
Train: Take the JR Tokaido Main Line to Atami, then transfer to the JR Ito Line to Ito Station.
From Ito Station, take the bus to Omuroyama.
👉【Nearby Attractions】:
Izu Cactus Park: Located at the foot of Omuroyama, it is a botanical garden showcasing various cacti and desert plants, with many tropical animals to see, making it suitable for family visits.
Izu Kogen Onsen: There are many hot spring inns around Omuroyama where you can relax after your visit.
Ippeki Lake: About a 20-minute drive from Omuroyama, it is a peaceful lake suitable for walking and boating.
Kinosaki Coast: Suitable for visitors who enjoy coastal scenery, it is about a 30-minute drive from Omuroyama.
🧡【Preparation】:
Suitable for family and couple trips, Omuroyama offers beautiful scenery, perfect for taking photos.
Sun Protection: The top of the mountain is windy and sunny, so it is recommended to bring sunscreen and a hat.
Wear comfortable shoes; walking the crater trail requires some physical effort, but it is generally not difficult and suitable for visitors of all ages.
The scenery of Omuroyama combined with nearby attractions makes it ideal for a one-day or two-day trip.