Kamiike Pond

A pond located in the precincts of Osezaki Shrine, surrounded by junipers that have been declared a National Natural Monument. Despite being close to the sea, this is a freshwater pond, and various kinds of carp and other freshwater fish live here. It is referred to as one of the Seven Oddities of Izu. According to tradition, an earthquake in 684 caused the sea floor to rise up to create an island called Biwa Island, which attained its current form and became part of the mainland as sand and silt brought in by the waves covered it.

Spot details

Address: Shizuoka Numazu-shi Nishiuraenashi Map
Area: Mishima / Numazu / Naka-Izu Area
Phone: 0559422603
Hours: Sunday out-Sunset
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Shrine Admission fee] [Adults (Junior high school students and older)] 100yen [Children (3 years old-Elementary school students)] 50yen [Under 3] Free
Parking Lot: Available (250 spaces) * Ose parking lot