See, touch, take pictures and have fun! Atami Trick Art Labyrinth Museum
At the Trick Art Labyrinth Museum in Atami, both children and adults can enjoy a mysterious experience, with flat drawings appearing three-dimensional, and perspective illusions making things look smaller or larger. There are about 40 artworks, and you can take photos of sea creatures floating through the walls, or being eaten by King Kong, so it's sure to be a great experience! Couples, families, and friends can enjoy it together. As it is an annex of Atami Castle, there are discount tickets available for both the museum and the Atami Trick Art Labyrinth Museum.
"Firefly Viewing" in Atami plum garden
Atami plum garden holds a "Firefly Viewing" in early June, where you can enjoy the magical light of fireflies in the midst of beautiful nature. The clear stream and rich natural environment inside the plum garden make it a perfect spot for fireflies to fly around, and it is visited by many tourists and locals. At night, the faint light of fireflies illuminates the park, creating a romantic atmosphere that will make you feel as if you have wandered into another world.
Japan's best luck and power spot "Izusan Shrine"
Izuyama Shrine is also known as the origin of the place name Izu.It is known as the shrine where Minamoto no Yoritomo, the first shogun of the Kamakura shogunate, prayed for the restoration of the Genji clan, and revered Izusan Shrine as the general protection of the eight states of Kansai.In addition, Tokugawa Ieyasu, who worshiped Minamoto no Yoritomo, visited Izusan Shrine and worshiped it as thegod of good luck and conquering the country'' because he ruled the country.It is also known as the shrine of "matchmaking" as it is the place where Minamoto no Yoritomo and Masako Hojo were tied together.There is a vast site of about 130,000 square meters on a hill with a panoramic view of Atami, and the main shrine is located at the end of the pilgrimage route, which is about an hour's walk up a mountain path from the main shrine. If you go down the stairs toward the sea, you will find the ruins of Shimomiya, and if you go further down to Izu Beach, you will find a hot spring bath.We look forward to your visit to Izusan Shrine, one of the best power spots in the Kanto region.
Atami Fireworks Festival: Held on Sunday, August 18, 2024
The Atami Fireworks Festival is held over 15 times throughout the year, not just in the summer, and has become a specialty of Atami. Approximately 5,000 fireworks will be launched over Atami Bay, illuminating the night sky. One of the attractions of the Atami Fireworks Festival is that the venue, Atami Bay, is shaped like a mortar surrounded by mountains on three sides, so the sound of fireworks set off in the sea reverberates, creating an acoustic effect similar to that of a large stadium. Another highlight is the fireworks that imitate Star Mine and Niagara Falls, and the fireworks launched from the sea create a beautiful scene on the sea surface. Popular viewing spots include Atami Sun Beach and Water Park, where you can enjoy fireworks while sitting on the beach.
"Atami Kogashi Festival 2024" A traditional summer festival in Atami City known as the annual festival of Kinomiya Shrine.
Kogashi Festival is a traditional summer festival held in Atami City every July. It is known as the annual festival of Kinomiya Shrine, which has a history of about 1,300 years, and is loved by local residents and tourists. The highlights of the Kogashi Festival include traditional wooden carved floats from each town, creatively decorated floats, participants dressed in brightly colored costumes, and the heroic parade of portable shrines. From evening onwards, the sounds of drums and flutes echo through the city center, and the lively atmosphere of the festival makes you feel the arrival of summer.
Atami Fireworks Festival: Held on Thursday, August 8, 2024
The Atami Fireworks Festival is held over 15 times throughout the year, not just in the summer, and has become a specialty of Atami. Approximately 5,000 fireworks will be launched over Atami Bay, illuminating the night sky.One of the attractions of the Atami Fireworks Festival is that the venue, Atami Bay, is shaped like a mortar surrounded by mountains on three sides, so the sound of fireworks set off in the sea reverberates, creating an acoustic effect similar to that of a large stadium. Another highlight is the fireworks that imitate Star Mine and Niagara Falls, and the fireworks launched from the sea create a beautiful scene on the sea surface. Popular viewing spots include Atami Sun Beach and Water Park, where you can enjoy fireworks while sitting on the beach.
Hihokan, a theme park for adults with a 1950s feel
It is a very unusual facility these days, with the theme of "sex and love" for adults, and it reopened on May 14, 2024. This is a theme park that provides fun and serious erotic entertainment, and does not allow entry to anyone under the age of 18. This is a unique theme park unlike any other that can be enjoyed by adults around the world, and is perfect for those who want to enjoy a slightly retro and mysterious world. When you come to Atami sightseeing, please stop by Atami Hihokan to talk about souvenirs from your trip!
Atami Sun Beach Water Park (2024)
Atami Sun Beach Water Park is a huge marine athletic facility. The approximately 40m square beach athletic facility is equipped with approximately 30 types of air play equipment, including seesaws, trampolines, slides, climbing, and tunnels, making it an athletic activity that can be enjoyed by a wide range of age groups, from elementary school students to adults. The especially popular slide is thrilling and can be enjoyed with family and friends. Safety is also thoroughly ensured, and lifeguards are always on duty, so you can play with peace of mind.
Himenosawa Park, where you can enjoy seasonal flowers and athletics
It is a park built on a vast natural mountain at the foot of Atami Pass, and is managed by Atami City, so entrance fees and athletic activities are free. There are approximately 600 species of plants that can be seen in the garden, and you can enjoy flowers throughout the year. You can enjoy azaleas, daffodils, hydrangeas, rhododendrons, and azaleas, but the spring azaleas are famous, and in May, along with the carp streamer display, 60,000 azaleas dye the entire slope pink. There is also full-scale athletics, and you can enjoy 49 full-scale attractions along the park's promenade. Couples as well as families can enjoy this with a packed lunch!
Atami Fireworks Festival: Held on Monday, August 5, 2024
The Atami Fireworks Festival is held over 15 times throughout the year, not just in the summer, and has become a specialty of Atami. Approximately 5,000 fireworks will be launched over Atami Bay, illuminating the night sky. One of the attractions of the Atami Fireworks Festival is that the venue, Atami Bay, is shaped like a mortar surrounded by mountains on three sides, so the sound of fireworks set off in the sea reverberates, creating an acoustic effect similar to that of a large stadium. Another highlight is the fireworks that imitate Star Mine and Niagara Falls, and the fireworks launched from the sea create a beautiful scene on the sea surface.Popular viewing spots include Atami Sun Beach and Water Park, where you can enjoy fireworks while sitting on the beach.