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Jogashima – From Tokyo to an island away from tourist crowds

Mt.Fuji on a clear day

Hakushū-hi

The walk

Can you find the horseback?

Autumn

Spring

Island Cat

Farm field on the bus

Jogashima – From Tokyo to an island away from tourist crowds

Nature & Outdoor

Joined 2025

Carrie K.

5.00 / 5

(2 reviews)

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Yokohama

Chinese (Simplified) (Native), English, Japanese

4 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Carrie K.)

Up to 6 people

Jogashima is located at the southern tip of Kanagawa, out into the Pacific Ocean. It has been listed as a two-star destination of Michelin Green Guide Japan. It is famous for jagged cliffs and remarkable landscapes. On a clear day, you can see views of Mt. Fuji over Sagami Bay.

The place is great all year round with beautiful daffodils in the spring, magnificent pine trees in the summer, a nice ocean breeze and a hike in the autumn, and a perfect time to welcome cormorants back home in winter.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Misakiguchi Station

- It is the last station, operated by the Keikyū railway line, located in the city of Miura, Kanagawa, Japan. It is about 1.5hr from Tokyo Shinagawa Station. We will meet from here and take the local bus to go to Jogashima and enjoy the local scenary on the road (farm field, little town, fish port, windmills, and on a lucky day, mountain fuji!) *if you want to meet up at Yokohama hotel first then travel down together, feel free to let me know and I am happy to accompany you. However please note that additional transportation fee (by train) will be added.

11:00 AM

First stop: Hakushū-himae

Hakushū-himae, literally meaning “in front of the Hakushū Monument,” is a well-known spot on Jogashima Island. The name comes from a stone monument dedicated to the poet Kitahara Hakushū, who wrote the famous poem “The Rain of Jogashima.” We will start the journey by starting in a poetic way into the island’s literary and cultural history.

Optional: Visit the poem museum (Free of charge)

11:30 AM

Second stop: Umanose Doumon (Horseback rock gate)

We will walk our way to reach the scenic area. This is a rock gate created by long-term seawater erosion, which is one of Japan's nature-created scenic places.

12:30 PM

Third stop: Jogashima Park

It is the eastern half of Jogashima island where there is a picnic area. It is perfect for us to take a tea break with rice balls (which we can buy at the station beforehand, or I can prepare beforehand if you wish) near the black pine or on the comfortable green grass.

Please note, during winter, it is perfect for bird lovers to visit and observe. During spring, there will be many lovely daffodills.

01:30 PM

Umiu Observation deck/Jogashima Shopping alley/Cat time!

Based on everyone's energy level, we can choose from walking more around such as visiting the observation deck, taking photos of the lighthouses, or visiting some local souvenir and fish shops on the island. Or a better idea, taking photos of all the island cats as they are many cuties living on at Jogashima.

This part can be customized.

02:00 PM

Headback to Misakiguchi station by bus

Ending Point

Misakiguchi Station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-This includes the guide fee

What‘s not included

-This does not include the transportation fee of you or the guide. --This does not include the lunch fee (which can be bought at the convenient store or can be prepared by the guide with a charge of 1000yen/per person).

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

* Please let me know if you prefer to have the rice ball set prepared by the guide or if you wish to have snack at the convenient store or eat at a restaurant (all can be customized)

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Carrie K.

5.00 / 5

(2 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Carrie K.

Hello travelers!

My name is Carrie, and I’m thrilled to introduce myself and share my journey with you.

I'm a native Chinese speaker, fluent in both English and Japanese. I've been living in Japan for over a decade and now reside in the beautiful Miura Peninsula. Miura is a hidden gem for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway close to Tokyo, known for its broad beaches, rugged coastline, fresh tuna, and scenic farmland. I’d love to show you around and help you discover a different side of Japan—local, tranquil, and full of natural beauty.

I’ve also lived in Kamakura and am familiar with many areas across Kanagawa. If you’re interested in exploring beyond Miura, feel free to reach out! With my multilingual skills, deep understanding of Japanese culture, and hands-on experience, I’d love to help you create unique experiences and lasting memories as we explore Japan’s stunning landscapes together.

Reviews

Lynette W.

5 / 5

Oct 20, 2025

Yokohama Chinatown, guided by a Chinese foodie

Oct 20, 2025

Yokohama

3 hours 30 mins

“Yokohama Chinatown”

Carrie was an excellent guide! She met us at our hotel and gave us excellent service. Her smile and cheerfulness made our tour even more enjoyable. She was always considerate of our needs. We highly recommend her services without hesitation.

Carrie K.

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure meeting you and showing you around. I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. Speaking with you also made me really want to go back to the U. I hope our paths cross again someday soon!

Marie R.

5 / 5

Oct 7, 2025

Yokohama Chinatown, guided by a Chinese foodie

Oct 7, 2025

Yokohama

3 hours 30 mins

“Fun Energy & Great Food”

We contacted Carrie with a last minute effort to fill one of our open/unplanned days in Yokohama with more than us strolling around, wondering where some of the fun places Yokohama has to offer. Carrie responded to our initial message quickly and after a brief look at her schedule, she was able to accommodate our tour request. She offered two meeting locations and arrived about 10mins early (we only know that cause we arrived 20mins early, not being 100% sure of our train commuting skills lol). We decided on a day (4 hour) tour of ChinaTown and let me tell you, we could have explored 6-8 hours with Carrie’s guidance. She started off telling us about the gates at the entrance/exits to begin our tour and then it was food option after food option! (Come to ChinaTown hungry, very hungry… like skip dinner the night before kinda hungry). We stopped in to have our birth dates explored and explained our past, present, and futures (which was spot on for the most part! Eek) After sampling some more tasty treats, Carrie took us to two different temples, each having different meaning, which she explained in great detail that we appreciated. Afterwards, we enjoyed a tea set and an array finger foods at a local spot and finished our tour with a 30min foot massage. All in all, we had an amazing day with Carrie. She has a great bubbly and lively vibe, is talkative (but not too much), and willing to share all her favorite spot in ChinaTown. We definitely recommend her as a guide and will be using her in the future when we return to Japan!!

Carrie K.

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so happy to hear you both enjoyed exploring Yokohama Chinatown with me - Keep the fortune reading notes ;) I had such a fun time chatting, tasting, and laughing with you along the way!! Wishing you both safe travels, and I’ll look forward to welcoming you back to Japan someday very soooooon.