Yokosuka Trip Overview
Do you know that you can go to an uninhabited island only 1hour away from Tokyo? The port city of Yokosuka, the island, the ruins of a natural and military fortress await you.
This tour will take you to Sarushima, which was built in the Edo period to protect the Japanese coastline from foreign warships.
The buildings from World War II, such as barracks, are still intact, and the island is one of Japan’s important treasure troves of buried cultural assets.
At the same time, the scenery is very romantic and creates an atmosphere as if you were in a movie.
Come and visit Sarushima, where the historical fortresses of war and the fantastic landscape created by nature.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Starts: Yokosuka, Japan
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Do you know that you can go to an uninhabited island only 1hour away from Tokyo? The port city of Yokosuka, the island, the ruins of a natural and military fortress await you.
This tour will take you to Sarushima, which was built in the Edo period to protect the Japanese coastline from foreign warships.
The buildings from World War II, such as barracks, are still intact, and the island is one of Japan’s important treasure troves of buried cultural assets.
At the same time, the scenery is very romantic and creates an atmosphere as if you were in a movie.
Come and visit Sarushima, where the historical fortresses of war and the fantastic landscape created by nature.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mikasa Park, 82 Inaoka, Yokosuka 238-0003 Kanagawa Prefecture
Mikasa Park: This park is home to authentic battleships built during the Russia-Japanese War in the 20th century.
At the red brick Mikasa Terminal, you can buy souvenirs related to Sarushima and Yokosuka. Take a boat from Mikasa Pier and head to Sarushima.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Sarushima Ferry Pier, Sarushima, Yokosuka, Kanagawa 238-0019, Japan
Sarushima Pier: It takes about 10 minutes from the departure of the ship to reach the island.
The Sarushima Pier is the only pier on the island where boats arrive and depart, with beautiful white sandy beaches all around.
Once you pass through the gate, it’s time to start your adventure on Sarushima, the only uninhabited island in Tokyo!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sarushima Island (Monkey Island), Sarushima, Yokosuka 238-0019 Kanagawa Prefecture
Board Deck: A resting area on the wooden deck overlooking the sandy beach and the sea. In the summer, the area is crowded with people enjoying fishing and playing in the ocean. At Ocean’s Kitchen, you can purchase a menu and drinks made from locally sourced ingredients.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sarushima Fortress, 1 Sarushima, Yokosuka, Kanagawa 238-0019, Japan
The remains of a fortress: The starting point of the historical walk is a passage once used by the Japanese military. The remains of the facility, which was used as a military fortification during the war, are still in place and provide an austere atmosphere. Also, don’t miss the landscape with plants covering an entire brick wall.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sarushima Island (Monkey Island), Sarushima, Yokosuka 238-0019 Kanagawa Prefecture
Brick Tunnel: Known as the “Tunnel of Love”, which is the oldest brick structure in Japan. The tunnel has 2 floors that are used as the old military headquarters and explosives depot. Don’t forget to take a picture of it as it’s a popular photogenic spot.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sarushima Island (Monkey Island), Sarushima, Yokosuka 238-0019 Kanagawa Prefecture
Oimono-Nose Square: This is the most northern part of the island and the highest point on the island. On a clear day, you can see Kannonsaki, Yokohama, and even the Boso area in Chiba Prefecture.
Take a photo in the rocky area of Oimono-Nose with the ocean in the background.
Duration: 15 minutes
