Historic temple where the Harris Treaty was concluded
About this spot
A historic temple with ties to the arrival of the Black Ships, where the Harris Treaty was concluded in 1854. The temple grounds include a museum (Homotsukan) showcasing artifacts and information from the period of the Black Ships' arrival and the opening of the port. A shopping street themed around the Black Ships' arrival also extends from the approach path, offering a full taste of Shimoda as a port-opening city. It is a must-visit spot for history enthusiasts and an important starting point for Shimoda sightseeing.
Fireworks details
Name: 伊豆白浜海の祭典
Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 20:00–20:15
Venue: 下田市・白浜大浜海水浴場
Shells: approx. 1,000
2026年7月25日(土)20時から開催される、伊豆下田の夏を彩る花火大会です。真っ白な砂浜が広がる白浜大浜海水浴場の沖から、約1,000発の花火が15分間にわたって夜空に打ち上がります。海と一体になった開放的な会場で見上げる花火は、下田ならではのスケール感。短時間に凝縮された大迫力のフィナーレは、1日の締めくくりにふさわしい夏の思い出になります。
Tips
荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は下田市の観光情報で確認しましょう。終了後は周辺道路とバスが大変混雑するため、少し余韻を楽しんでから時間差で帰路につくのがおすすめです。足元が暗いので明かりの準備を。
Tips
About 10 minutes on foot from Izu-kyuko Shimoda Station. Admission is around 500 yen for adults, including a visit to the museum. In summer, there is little shade in the temple grounds, so it is reassuring to have a hat or parasol. Perry Road is just a short walk away.
Best time to visit
Takes about 45 minutes. A visit early in the morning while it's cool is also recommended.
Access & map
〒415-0023 Shizuoka Prefecture Shimoda City Sancho 12-12
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