Nii-jima — Local services in Tokyo

This is the most laid back of places in 'Tokyo'. grab the overnight ferry and arrive at 6AM, its a short stroll to the free onsen, glass making workshop, protected beach and town. A longer but totally do-able walk to the surfing beaches and tennis courts. A bike makes it a breeze, but a car rented from a minshiku is the ticket, especially for families. The minshikus are fabulous and you may score a real treat if a fellow guest is a fisherman with too much catch on his hands. Take the hydrofoil on the...

Very nice place. I met an old lady cracking mackerel jokes left and right and a nice doctor who likes chess. I have also heard that a certain wealthy family organizes a family conference around this area every October. And something about hidden gold or something—I can't remember too well. Anyway, definitely a place worth visiting, but...

Nijima island is worth while visiting and stay for 1-2 nights. It is better rent a car , cycling can be a bit tough since there are hills around. People in the island are very warm and friendly. I have learned that Nijima island has a special stone which...