Discover Miura Peninsula
A stone's throw from Tokyo, the Miura Peninsula boasts beautiful coastlines, breathtaking beaches, and a variety of attractions to keep you entertained. Explore the picturesque scenery, take part in water sports, or simply soak up the sun along the sandy shores. The Miura Peninsula offers a perfect escape from the city, with stunning natural beauty and an array of activities.
Things to see and do
Tours and Activities
FAQs
Getting around in the Miura Peninsula
The easiest way to get around in the Miura Peninsula is by car, since many of the major sights and attractions are not accessible by public transportation. If you decide to rent a car, it is advised to do so from the nearest airport in the vicinity. You can use our car rental widget in the FAQ menu below.
Getting to the Miura Peninsula
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo.
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by car: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Rental cars:
How long to stay in the Miura Peninsula
We recommend staying here for about three days.
Hotels in Miura Peninsula
Flights to Miura Peninsula
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo.
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by car: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Seasonal information
Beaches & water sports:
The swimming and diving season on mainland Japan is usually between July and August.
Hiking:
The hiking season in this area typically runs from Spring until Autumn.
Scenic rides:
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Yokosuka Ferry (Monkey Island): click here to go to the official website
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Kurihama Ferry (Yokosuka - Nokogiriyama): click here to go to the official website
Cherry blossoms:
The best time to see cherry blossoms in Japan is usually between late March and early April. Although the blooming period can vary slightly from year to year.
Festivals in Miura Peninsula
There are several festivals in Miura Peninsula throughout the year. Please be advised that the following list is based upon previous entries of those festivals and that the dates might have changed slightly in the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of any of the festivals listed here, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Chakkirako Festival
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Date: January 15th
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00
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Miura Kaigan Cherry Blossom Festival
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Date: February 5th until March 8th
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Japan-US Friendship Yokosuka Spring Festival
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Date: March 28th
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Time: 09:00 - 16:00
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Keikyu Family Railroad Festival
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Date: May 19th
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Time: 09:30 - 16:00
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Yokosuka YY Vehicle Festival
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Date: June 8th and 9th
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Time: 10:00 - 16:00
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Ground Self-Defense Force Kurihama Summer Fireworks Festival
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Date: July 10th
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Time: 17:00 - 21:00 (Fireworks: 20:15 - 21:00)
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Kurihama Perry Festival Fireworks Festival
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Date: July 13th
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Time: 19:30 - 20:10
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Kainan Shrine Summer Festival
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Date: July 13th and 14th
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Time: 12:00 - 23:00
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Yokosuka Kaikoku Fireworks Festival
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Date: August 3rd
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Time: 19:15 - 19:45
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Miura Kaigan Summer Fireworks Festival
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Date: August 6th
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Time: 19:30 - 20:15
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Yokosuka City West District Fireworks Festival
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Date: August 31st
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Time: 16:30 - 21:00 (Fireworks: 19:30 - 20:00)
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Yokosuka Fish Festival
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Date: October 6th
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Time: 07:00 - 12:00
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Jogashima Fireworks Festival
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Date: December 14th
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Time: 20:00 - 20:20
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