Main town of the island between Japan and Korea
The principal town of Tsushima island in the Korea Strait, with Tsushima Airport on the island and a ferry port with links to Kyushu and, historically, to Busan. It sits closer to Korea than to mainland Japan.
Tsushima was long a conduit for diplomacy and trade between Japan and Korea, and the So clan governed it for centuries. Izuhara preserves samurai-era stone walls and temples from that period.
Best Mar–May & Sep–Nov · Avoid Jun–Aug (heat/humidity) — this reflects Japan's seasonal weather and crowds.
Visa-free (90 days, 60+ passport countries). Entry rules depend on your nationality and change often — always confirm with the official Japan government or embassy before you travel.
Japanese Yen (JPY). You can convert USD to the live local rate right on this page.
Japanese is the primary language in Japan.
Dial 110 for emergencies in Japan.
Tap water here is generally rated "Tap safe". When unsure, choose sealed bottled or filtered water.
Type A/B. Bring a compatible adapter — you can build a full packing list for Izuhara on this page.
Safety varies by neighbourhood and changes over time, so there's no one-word answer. The local emergency number is 110. Check SkyOSK's safety notes for Izuhara and your government's current travel advisory before you go.