Located directly across from Izu Granpal Amusement Park, “Izu Kogen Tabinoeki Granpal Port” is an essential stopover that condenses the rich food culture and warm hospitality of the Izu Peninsula. Stepping into the main restaurant, “Izu Yorimichi Sohonpo,” you are greeted by a modern Japanese space adorned with vibrant traditional wagasa umbrellas and lanterns, creating an “Unseen” sense of excitement as if you’ve wandered into a storybook world. Here, you can enjoy luxurious seafood bowls arranged as beautifully as jewels and specialty Japanese set meals highlighting local ingredients. Outdoors, the charcoal-grilled BBQ offers the chance to savor fresh oysters delivered directly from the source, allowing you to fully indulge in the unique flavors of Izu.
For post-meal refreshment, the free-flowing natural hot spring footbath is highly recommended, where you can gently soothe your travel fatigue while feeling the sea breeze. The facility also features a newly renovated, spacious dog run and terrace seating, making it a major draw for those who wish to spend relaxed time with their beloved pets. The shopping area is well-stocked with exclusive souvenirs you won’t find anywhere else, including sweets made from local New Summer oranges and wasabi, fresh dried fish, and original merchandise from the Izu Shaboten Zoo Group. With its wealth of sightseeing information, this spot is truly an “ideal rest area” for travelers, heightening expectations for the next destination on their journey.
