Shizuoka Prefecture · Chubu
道の駅 伊東マリンタウン
See the sea, eat, and warm up before heading on. A driving break in Izu becomes a little harbor outing at this roadside station.
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Eat, shop, play, take in the view or rest. Choose from the station’s strengths to suit your day.
The area in front of the buildings can be busy on holidays. Watch for pedestrians and vehicles as you head toward the marina.
Part of the toilet area is scheduled for renovation from July 2026 through January 2027. Check signs on site and official updates; the yellow toilet remains available around the clock during the work.
At lunchtime, check the wait for a table and leave room to switch to bread, pudding, ice cream or takeaway food.
Footbath hours are approximately 10:00–16:00. The hot spring opens early on some days and can also be a stop before the drive home.
Wind and sea conditions affect both the operation and experience of the underwater-view sightseeing boats. On clear days, decide early whether to go.
Dried fish, seafood products, sweets and local sake offer plenty of ways to catch up on Izu gifts you may have missed.
At this station, stepping out to the seaside soon after arrival can set the pace for the visit. Check how busy the parking lot is, where the toilets are and how long the food queue looks; then decide whether to keep it short or add the footbath, hot spring or boat.
On busy days, do not fixate on spaces near the entrance. Watch cars and pedestrians as you walk safely to the buildings.
Try seafood, then switch to bread or sweets if the wait is long. You can keep the day on track without staying hungry.
A morning bath or a soak before heading home makes the rest in Ito feel more substantial.
A sightseeing boat can extend a fair-weather visit. If it is not an option, switch to Tokaikan or shopping.
Ito Marine Town is a seaside michi-no-eki (roadside station) on National Route 135, with parking, toilets, food, souvenirs, a footbath, a day-use hot spring and sightseeing boats in one place. Its free 24-hour parking lot holds 296 regular cars, and Ito Station is within walking distance. For a short stop, walk by the marina and pick up a snack or souvenirs. With more time, add Asahi-no-Yu Seaside Spa or an underwater-view sightseeing boat for half a day in Ito. Lunchtime on holidays and the summer break can be busy, so keep the footbath, takeaway food, a seaside walk or nearby sights in mind if restaurant queues are long.
Before heading straight from the parking lot into the buildings, step out toward the marina. The sea, boats and colorful buildings are close by, giving you a chance to shake off driving fatigue before eating or shopping.
Options range from sushi, seafood rice bowls and hamayaki (Japanese-style grilled seafood) to soba, ramen, bread, pudding, ice cream and baumkuchen. Come for a full lunch, or just sweets and souvenirs before the drive home.
For a short break, try the free footbath. For a longer morning pause, consider Asahi-no-Yu Seaside Spa. On a clear day with calm seas, consider an underwater-view sightseeing boat. Match the outing to your companions' energy.
Ito Station, Orange Beach, Tokaikan, Mount Komuro and the Jogasaki Coast are easy to connect from here. Whether arriving from Atami or continuing south to Izu Kogen, you can regroup over a toilet stop and a meal.
Spend your time at the station or add somewhere nearby. These ideas help you plan around your companions and the weather.
After the toilet stop, head to the seaside promenade before entering the buildings. A short walk by the marina, followed by something sweet or a drink, can refresh you more than a routine stop.
Park → toilets → marina walk → snack and souvenirs
When the parking lot is crowded, pedestrians and vehicles move through the same area; hold young children's hands.
Choices include seafood bowls, sushi, grilled seafood, soba, ramen and Western-style meals. If the wait for a table is long, switch to bread, pudding, baumkuchen, ice cream or steamed meat buns, then browse souvenirs after eating.
Check restaurants → meal or snack → local products → seaside break
Restaurants differ in opening time, last order and breaks between service periods. Allow alternatives at lunchtime.
Asahi-no-Yu Seaside Spa offers a chance to warm up while looking at the sea. Choose the footbath for a short visit, or combine the hot spring with the view restaurant when you have more time to recover around a drive.
Park → spa or footbath → meal → souvenirs
Spa facilities have irregular closures and last admission times. If bathing is your main reason for coming, check the official same-day notice.
An underwater-view sightseeing boat can turn a roadside stop into a bigger outing. Add a meal, footbath and shopping before or after the boat for an easy half day before visiting central Ito.
Check sailings → boat → meal → footbath and souvenirs
Wind, waves and rain can change sailings and comfort. Keep the plan light for anyone prone to seasickness or traveling with small children.
After eating and using the toilets here, take a short trip to Ito Orange Beach or Tokaikan for a town visit, or head to Mount Komuro or the Jogasaki Coast for scenery. Using the station as a base makes meals and breaks easier to plan.
Roadside station → one nearby stop on foot or by car → souvenirs before heading home
During the summer beach season and long holidays, surrounding roads also get busy. Picking one extra destination can make the day easier.
Some shops open until 20:00. Hours vary by season and shop.
Morning service, last order and breaks between service periods vary by restaurant.
Last admission is generally 20:30. Maintenance closure days, changed hours on special dates, and different hours for facilities within the spa apply.
A reduced area is announced from November through April. The dog footbath is generally open 10:00–16:00, closed every Thursday, and closed for the summer from July through September.
Times differ by boat and may change with weather or sea conditions.
The Blue Toilet 24 is under renovation from July 2026 through January 2027; the yellow toilet is available 24 hours during this period.
Closed every Tuesday from September 2026. Even on open days, the gates close in rain, strong wind or other severe weather.
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Locate the nursing room and toilets first, and keep footbath or hot spring plans flexible. The seafront can be windy, so a short stop may work best.
A marina walk and sweets can provide a change of scene. Take care crossing the busy parking lot and around the footbath, where slipping is possible.
Adding one of the footbath, a seaside walk, a summer road-train event or a boat ride can make the visit memorable. In rain, switch to dining and shopping.
Children of this age can enjoy the underwater-view boat, Tokaikan, Mount Komuro and the Jogasaki Coast for scenery and learning. Food options also help fill a wait for a table.
Permanent spaces and dated events are listed separately. Events can change both the atmosphere and crowds; use the official links for details.
Checking event dates.
Anniversary programs are being announced from summer 2026 through January 2027. In autumn, a Marine Fair and Halloween events are scheduled, and concerts and Christmas events are planned for November and December.
The outdoor space hosts street performances and Mari-nyan mascot walks on weekends and holidays. Plans here are prone to cancellation or change in rain or strong wind.
Offers visitor information, advance ticket sales and a parcel-delivery counter. Stop here to check opening hours and transport plans before visiting nearby sights.
Swimming at Ito Orange Beach, summer events around the Matsukawa River and Ito Onsen Dream Fireworks can affect crowds at the station and on surrounding roads.
Practical ideas and things to consider when spending time here.
Ito Marine Town offers more than a large number of shops and restaurants: the harbor view is close as soon as you get out of the car. If you are drowsy or tired, a marina-side walk first can make the break more refreshing.
This popular station tends to get crowded at restaurants, in the parking area and in souvenir shops on weekends and long holidays. Aim for seafood if you like, but keep bread, pudding, ice cream, takeaway food or the footbath as alternatives.
People and vehicles move between the buildings, parking area and seaside promenade. With small children, break toilets, food, footbath and a seaside walk into short stops; when it is crowded, doing one less activity may be more enjoyable.
Asahi-no-Yu Seaside Spa opens early on some days and can be paired with the view restaurant. If you plan to bathe, leave room for a relaxed meal and souvenirs, and use the stop to recover before the drive home.
An underwater-view sightseeing boat can be memorable for children and adults. Sea conditions affect sailings and comfort, so check the official operating status if the boat is your main goal. If it cannot sail, consider the footbath or indoor activities nearby.
In summer 2026, 25th anniversary activities overlapped with swimming at Orange Beach and summer events in central Ito. During summer breaks, allow for crowds on National Route 135 and toward central Ito, and keep detours manageable.
A dog footbath and some terrace seating are available, but hot days and strong winds can make the seafront uncomfortable. A shorter visit earlier in the day, with attention to shade and water, may work better.
Opening and closure days, individual businesses and facilities for children or dogs can affect your plans.
Specialities, places to eat, sweets and bakeries can all give you a reason to stop. Check individual menus for current prices and availability.
A meal, a sweet treat, market shopping or something to take away: choose a focus for the day instead of trying everything at once.
When an Ito-style meal is the main event, allow time to enjoy the sea view as well as the food.
At holiday lunchtimes, check waits and last-order times.
An alternative when it is busy, children cannot wait or you want time for the next sightseeing stop.
Popular sweets may run low in the afternoon.
Gather Izu souvenirs at the end of your trip. Consider your journey home when choosing chilled products.
An insulated bag gives you more choices.
Have a morning bath or pause before driving home, then continue the break with food and rest.
The spa restaurant has breaks between service periods.
On some days, terrace seating is available at places including the Sea-front Cafe Restaurant and Izu Marusu. Good weather makes an outdoor break easier.
Rules for bringing pets vary by shop, seating area and weather; check the day's guidance.
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See the sea, eat, and warm up before heading on. A driving break in Izu becomes a little harbor outing at this roadside station.
Head a little toward central Ito from the roadside station for a seaside walk or a summer swim.
From the seaside station, visit the wooden architecture of the Ito hot spring district and walk by the river.
After food and a break, go on to a viewpoint over Ito’s sea and mountains.
On a trip toward Izu Kogen, add a suspension bridge and views of the lava coast.
For a post-meal seaside walk or a summer swim. In hot weather, check parking and beach rules first.
For a taste of the Ito hot spring district after lunch, or when rain or strong wind cuts short your seaside plans.
For families or couples who want a sea view on a clear day. Strong wind or rain changes how the outdoor walk feels.
For a trip south toward Izu Kogen or a day focused on scenery in clear weather. Watch your footing and the wind, and choose a comfortable walking distance.
Ito Orange Beach pairs well with a visit to Michi-no-Eki Ito Marine Town for a seaside walk or summer swimming.
The Jogasaki Coast pairs with Michi-no-Eki Ito Marine Town for a trip focused on lava-coast scenery and a seaside break.
Komuroyama Ridge Walk MISORA pairs with Michi-no-Eki Ito Marine Town for a summit walk and views of Ito’s sea and mountains.
Tokaikan pairs with Michi-no-Eki Ito Marine Town for a look at Ito’s historic hot spring district.
Send your travel companions a possible stop.
