Horizons Magazine | July 2019
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F inish your summer season with a trip to the beach.<br />
SHIMODA<br />
SUN–MON<br />
1–2 SEP<br />
Cultural Connection<br />
Enjoy a change of pace at Shimoda, a pleasant<br />
coastal city in the south Izu Peninsula aptly nicknamed<br />
“The Waikiki of Japan.” Stay the night at Shimoda<br />
Prince Hotel for direct access to Shirahama Beach —<br />
one of Izu’s most famous and popular destinations.<br />
Bask in the sun or walk along the long stretch of white<br />
sand. More active beach goers can swim or surf in the<br />
spectacular blue waters.<br />
Visit Shirahama Jinja — a beautiful Shinto shrine<br />
that elegantly stands along the beach shores — or<br />
wander beyond Shirahama Beach to explore Ryugu<br />
Park and Perry Road. Waves crashed into the rocky<br />
coast for millions of years creating Ryugu Canyon.<br />
Part of the roof eventually collapsed, making a heartshaped<br />
opening. Walk down the stairs to access the<br />
inside of the cavern and look up to see the big, gaping
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