Unexplored region of Shizuoka! Hirizo Beach Snorkeling Experience Tour Report [2023]
Little-known sightseeing spots in Shizuoka
Speaking of
Hirizo beach
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You can only go there from July 1st to September 30th, and it is the ultimate unexplored region that can only be accessed by boat!
actually, Shizuoka I'm from Hirizo beach Activity Japan editorial department A who has never been to.
"I have no choice but to go!" So I went to Hirizo Beach.
Snorkeling tour
to participate in and report!
table of contents
- 1 Stroll around Nakagi Port before going to Hirizo Beach!
- 2 It's finally time to head to Hirizo Beach!
- 3 Experience snorkeling at Hirizo Beach!
- 4 Video of the Hirizo Beach snorkeling tour
- 5 What is the best season to go to Hirizo Beach? When is transparency high?
- 6 Hirizo Beach What is the charm of the snorkeling tour?
- 7 Is it okay for people who cannot swim to snorkel at Hirizo Beach?
- 8 Who is recommended for Hirizo Beach Snorkeling Tour?
- 9 Hirizo Beach Goods and items that I thought would be "convenient to have" after experiencing snorkeling
- 10 Hirizo Beach Snorkeling Experience Notes & Things I Noticed
- 11 How to enjoy Hirizo Beach from the locals
- 12 Can I go to Hirizo Beach by myself without joining a tour?
- 13 Editorial department recommended feature articles
Stroll around Nakagi Port before going to Hirizo Beach!
Hirizo beach Shizuoka ・A scenic spot at the southernmost tip of the Izu Peninsula is.
The transparency of the sea is very high,
Kanto
Although it is in the suburbs and has good access, it is popular if you can go easily
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Surrounded by precipitous cliffs, it can only be accessed by boat from Nakagi Port.
secluded beach
is called
On the day of the interview.
after 5 o'clock
Shinjuku
take a car from
Snorkeling tour
Parking lot near Nakagi Port, the meeting place for
fart. Arrived at the site in about 3 and a half hours.
There are coin lockers and showers next to the Nakagi Marine Center across the parking lot. .
There is a changing room in front of the restroom. Activity Japan Editorial Department A has changed into a swimsuit at home, so I will not use the changing room, but I will go.
It seems to be crowded during the season, so like Activity Japan Editorial Department A It is recommended to wear a bathing suit from home .
We also sell drinks, snacks, food, marine goods such as snorkeling, and fish food. There is also a restaurant above the shop.
- towel
- swimsuit
- sandals
- shampoo
- Rinse (conditioner, treatment, etc.)
- Body Soap
- snorkel
- wet suit
- shoes for snorkel
- fin
- Wetsuit (worn over your bathing suit)
Towels, swimsuits and sandals
Snorkeling tour
Items that are absolutely necessary when participating in
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As I mentioned earlier,
Shampoo, conditioner (treatment, etc.) and body soap are not provided, so please bring your own if necessary.
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Before boarding the ship, fill in the emergency contact information at this rest area,
Snorkeling tour
will be explained.
Group snorkeling experience in the morning
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Free time in the afternoon
That's right.
as a side note,
In the afternoon, you can get a boarding pass from the business operator, and you can cross the island and return whenever you like.
That's what I'm talking about.
Lunch is included in the tour. So, after snorkeling in the morning, you can return to the harbor and have lunch at the shop's dedicated rest area. From there you have free time.
After listening to the tour explanation and notes, you will receive an explanation of the equipment. After learning how to put on a snorkel and adjusting the size, and learning how to wear a wetsuit, Hirizo beach I'm going to ”Activity Japan editorial department A. My heart is pounding.
It's finally time to head to Hirizo Beach!
| Reception time | 7:30-16:30 |
|---|---|
| operating hours |
8:00-16:30 *Ends at 16:00 in September *Subject to change due to weather |
| Reception method | No advance reservations |
| price | 2,000 yen (round trip) |
| ship interval | 20 minute intervals |
Board the ship with people who participate in the same snorkeling tour and people who use it individually .
Three men and five women participate in the same snorkeling tour.
There is a wide range of ages, two women in their early 20s, a couple in their 30s, and a man in his 50s who is a local acquaintance of the shop.
There are many families, couples, and young groups who bring their own snorkeling sets and cross over to Hirizo Beach instead of participating in a tour.
Ages range from children under 10 to people in their 50s. Looking at the "people who go to Hirizo Beach" comprehensively, the male to female ratio is 50/50 and the age range is wide.
And here the ship finally departs!
Activity Japan editorial department A who is not good at vehicles such as ships. "I've taken motion sickness medicine, but I wonder if it's okay..." I'm a little worried.
Looking at the rock face like a small island seen from the ship Arrive at Hirizo Beach in 2-3 minutes!
I was worried that I would get drunk, but it was only a few minutes on board so I was fine.
however,
If you're worried about getting sick, it's a good idea to take motion sickness medicine before boarding!
Experience snorkeling at Hirizo Beach!
Activity Japan Editorial Department A is at the level of "I can swim but I'm not good at it." So I'm a little worried about whether I can do snorkeling.
However, according to the instructor, "
Wetsuit and fins have buoyancy and can float
', so let's challenge!
First, put on the fins at the water's edge. Since it is difficult to walk forward with fins, they walk sideways (crab walking) or backwards in shallow water.
The seawater is cold in early July, but since I'm wearing a wetsuit, I don't feel that cold at first.
When you are about waist high, put your face on the surface of the water.
snorkeling
is an activity in which you observe the underwater world while floating with your face on the surface of the water.
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I didn't have much confidence in swimming, so
I was worried at first, but it's pretty easy once you try it!
If you are wondering what kind of fish it is, the instructor will explain it to you, so you will be happy to know what it is!
You can see moray eels, clownfish, schools of sardines, damselflies, and more.
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You can also experience feeding the fish, so you can see the cute fish up close. .
If you feel a little tired, the instructor will pull your hand and guide you to the rocky area. . Take a breather. In addition to crabs, fish and shellfish, there are sea lice in shallow water.
Float in the water to see the fish, take a break from time to time,
Enjoy Hirizo Beach snorkeling for about an hour and a half
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Return to Nakagi Port by boat and eat the lunch box included in the tour at the rest area dedicated to the shop.
On this day, there are several kinds of preparations such as salmon bento and hamburger bento. I had a hamburger lunch box, but it was very delicious!
The sea is very beautiful, the instructor is very kind, and I thoroughly enjoyed Hirizo Beach!
Below, Activity Japan Editorial Department A, who actually went to Hirizo Beach, will explain Hirizo Beach and snorkeling tours!
If you want to enjoy snorkeling at Hirizo Beach, please refer to it!
At the southern tip of Shizuoka Prefecture, Minamiizu is the beach on the boundary between Irozaki and Nakagi, called Hirizo Beach. It is a popular place called "Izu's last unexplored region" where you can't walk. Whether in the Kanto region or the Izu peninsula, the outstanding transparency and depth of fish shadows are unrivaled by other beaches as snorkeling spots! Hirizo Beach is accessible only by boarding the ferry in Nakagi.
Video of the Hirizo Beach snorkeling tour
What is the best season to go to Hirizo Beach? When is transparency high?
If you want to see fish, September is recommended! In July, the fish are still small, and in September they grow big.
After it rains, the water becomes muddy, so a sunny day is recommended.
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At the time of the interview, it was cloudy in the morning with occasional rain, and sunny in the afternoon, but the transparency was completely different.
Hirizo Beach What is the charm of the snorkeling tour?
If you get tired, the instructor will help you out, so beginners don't have to worry. again, They can tell you the name of the fish, know where the fish live, and take you there. .
If you bring your own equipment for photos and videos, they will take them for you, and the instructor will dive quite deep with a camera and take pictures from below. Being able to take pictures is one of the attractions of this tour. .
Is it okay for people who cannot swim to snorkel at Hirizo Beach?
Life jackets are available for those who can't swim 25m, so I think it's okay.
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Some of the people who joined the tour could not swim at all, but they wore life jackets.
snorkeling
was enjoying
Who is recommended for Hirizo Beach Snorkeling Tour?
snorkeling beginner , a person who is not very good at swimming , People who want to experience sea activities , People who like fish and other sea creatures Recommended for
Hirizo Beach Goods and items that I thought would be "convenient to have" after experiencing snorkeling
If you can afford it,
small cooler box
or
frozen drink
It might be nice to have
Also, since the place to rest during snorkeling may injure your hands on the rocks,
marine glove
It's safe to say.
Hirizo Beach Snorkeling Experience Notes & Things I Noticed
anyway, It is important to follow the instructions of the instructor . The instructor always speaks out and pays attention to the surroundings. in the middle If you have any concerns, even if they are trivial, it is best to consult I think.
On the day of the interview, it was early July and we were submerged in water for about 90 minutes during the tour, so it got pretty cold halfway through.
Depending on the season, it may feel cold, so it is recommended to take measures against the cold depending on the climate.
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Also, since I dive almost all the time for 90 minutes,
I have a lot of physical strength
I thought.
Also, there is only one small shop nearby, so it may be crowded during the season. I think it's better to go to the store if you run out while preparing for everything.
How to enjoy Hirizo Beach from the locals
Boarding after drinking is not allowed, but it is OK to land on Hirizo Beach with alcohol. . so in the morning Snorkeling tour It seems that some people like to enjoy the beach and drink at Hirizo Beach during their free time in the afternoon.
however, Note that you can't cross Hirizo Beach when you return to the port by boat after drinking. . Don't go into the sea after drinking . By the way, alcohol can be purchased at the shop.
Can I go to Hirizo Beach by myself without joining a tour?
If you buy a boarding ticket, you can cross over to Hirizo Beach itself. When Activity Japan editorial department A went, there were families and anglers who came individually. It seems that the anglers were setting up tents on the beach.
however, Considering safety, we recommend a tour guided by a professional who knows the site. is!
*The information in this article is current as of August 2023.
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