Park • Japan, 〒100-1401 Tokyo, Hachijo Town, Ōkagō, 八丈島八丈町大賀郷
Hachijojima is one of the Izu Islands located about 300 kilometers south of Tokyo. In just about an hour from the capital, you can experience a non-daily life as if you have slipped into another world.
Ogataura Park is a seaside park located in the southeast of Hachijojima. The calm Kuroshio current forms a beautiful emerald green sea, with the distant view of Hachijo-Kojima. Within the park, there are rough lava rocks carved by wind and waves, creating a landscape reminiscent of the moon's surface.
Ogataura Park is a treasure trove of stunning views during sunset. As the sun sets in the western sky, the glow of the sunset reflects on the sky and sea, and the elongated shadow of Hachijo-Kojima on the horizon is as beautiful as a painting. At night, the sky is filled with stars, attracting people to enjoy stargazing.
The park is equipped with toilets, changing rooms, and shower facilities, making it easy to enjoy light exercise and marine leisure activities. There are also barbecue facilities available with prior application. Nearby, there are diving shops, and the beach is popular for snorkeling.
Hachijojima is a place far removed from daily life, offering an almost unreal experience as if time has slipped away. Ogataura Park, easily accessible in a short time, is an ideal spot to fully enjoy the charm of the island.