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Volcanic island in the Pacific Ocean
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Hachijōjima (八丈島) is an island in Tokyo prefecture, some 300 kilometers south of Tokyo city.
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This is a free open air hot spring (onsen). The hot spring is mixed and you enter with swimming suit. After enjoying the hot water, take a short walk through lush forest to the nearby waterfall. If you feel a little adventurous, on the way to the waterfall, rock scramble the steep short path that will lead you to a small Shinto shrine.
Is a good outfit, with a friendly staff, recommended by the guys at the Anchor pub. Little English is spoken, but they seem pretty acquainted dealing with foreign tourists.
A very popular beach for snorkeling with the local sea turtles. The beach is sheltered and has shallow reefs of beautiful hard coral and colourful subtropical fish.
ナズマド
This is the most popular dive spot. Entry is a little slippery and ropes are provided to help. The site features rich marine life and a scenic swim through.
そこど荘
Very nice place, with a pleasant atmosphere, and traditional style tatami rooms. The Friendly owners also rent out bikes as well as diving and snorkeling equipment.
ダイバーズイン ケンチャルマ
Located in Okago town and near the airport, this accommodation offers accommodation and self-contained units. The place has a compressor and scuba tanks and is an ideal place for scuba divers. They can arrange bookings with local scuba diving shops, and they have a number of cars for rental. Free WiFi is provided.
By plane
ANA (All Nippon Airways) flies between Haneda airport in Tokyo and Hachijōjima up to four times a day. Prices vary seasonally, but expect to pay around ¥25,000-30,000 return.
Most hotels have bikes for hire, and there are several rent a car agencies on the island.
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