Visit a shrine said to be Izu's oldest and rest in its grounds overlooking the sea
About this spot
A historic shrine, also called Izu's oldest shrine, with its main hall situated on a small elevation overlooking Shirahama Beach. The shrine grounds feature a large sacred tree and are enveloped in a solemn atmosphere. From behind the main hall, you can take in a panoramic view of Shirahama Beach, building anticipation for the fireworks festival about to unfold. Spend a quiet moment praying for the safety of the sea and the success of your journey.
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 by car from Shimoda Aquarium. Admission to the shrine is free. The grounds have stone steps, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. It is within walking distance to Shirahama Ohama Beach.
Best time to visit
Takes about 45 minutes. A visit in the calm evening hours is recommended.
Access & map
〒415-0012 Shizuoka Prefecture Shimoda City Shirahama 2740
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2026 Izu Shirahama Sea Festival Full-Day Course
Shizuoka
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