Toji Sand Surfing Resort
Toji Sand Surfing Resort
BEACH
One of my favourite activities in the Izu Peninsula has definitely got to be the sand surfing resort in Shimoda. A natural resort where you can slide down with a sled (or your own items) for free. The incline can be a little intimidating however this is a lot of fun and is a must try if you’re in the area!
There is a car park nearby with enough space for 10 cars. Outside of summer usage of the car park is free. During summer it costs ￥1,500 a day.
OPENING HOURS
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
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Note: I am unsure of the exact times it is open. Entrance to the sand slope itself is 24 hours and completely free however the board/sled rental says it is open until sunset.
PRICES
SLED (x1)
￥200 for 1 hour 30 minutes
Note: There is a ￥1,000 deposit to rent the sled (refunded when sled is returned)
Review
This was a really fun find during a weekend trip down to Shimoda. The sled rental is fairly cheap however you can bring your own items to slide down with. Be warned that if you do choose to rent then there is a deposit that will be refunded when you return the sled. You can rent boards to surf down the sand but I recommend the sled for beginners.
There are quite a few steps down to the resort and then you will have to climb up the sand to slide down. This can be quite exhausting, however there is what seems to be a path on the sand to the left-hand side, out of the way of the other people. The sand is very unstable so it’s quite the workout!
Standing at the top is very intimidating. The 30 degree angle looks much steeper when you’re faces with the prospect of having to slide down it. Plonk yourself on the sled and slowly inch yourself to the slope. It’s much easier to get over the fear at first if you’re racing your friends/family. The descent is fairly quick and you will more than likely fall off the sled/board. The sand is very unstable so it’s very easy to go tumbling down. IT doesn’t hurt so don’t worry about that. It just means you’ll end up with sand everywhere!
The Ryugu Sea Cave can be found nearby so make sure to check it out when you’re in the area!
ADDRESS
Toji Sand Surfing Resort,
Toji,
Shimoda,
Shizuoka Prefecture,
415-0029
+81558223048
http://shizuoka.mytabi.net/izu/archives/toji-sand-ski.php (Japanese only)
RECOMMENDED ROUTE:
I recommend visiting here by car however if you wish to travel by public transport then take the train from Atami to Shimoda and then switch to the bus bound for Toji (田牛). Alight at Nagaiso bus stop.
Things nearby:
KISAMI OHAMA BEACH
RYUGU SEA CAVE
CAPE TARAI
