富士見峠展望台, Scenic viewpoint on Niijima island, Tokyo, Japan
Fujimi-toge Tenbodai is a scenic viewpoint on Miyatsuka Mountain on the island of Niijima, part of the Tokyo island chain in the Pacific, sitting at around 370 meters above sea level. A pyramid-shaped structure made of white Koga stone stands on the grounds and acts as a landmark for the spot.
Niijima served as a military training and base area during World War II, which shaped how parts of the island's interior were developed. In the decades that followed, Miyatsuka Mountain became a site for leisure activities, including hang gliding, before settling into its current role as a viewpoint.
The platform was once a launch site for hang gliders, and the open ground still hints at that past use. Today, people come here after dark to watch the stars, as the sky above the island is rarely interrupted by artificial light.
The path to the viewpoint follows a paved forest road that is easy to walk even for beginners, and a parking area is available for those who drive. There are no toilets or drinking water on site, so it is worth preparing before you set off.
The name Miyatsuka-yama appears on more than one island in the Izu chain, including Toshima and Kozushima, which makes it easy to confuse when planning a visit. On a clear day, you can spot the small uninhabited island of Jina-shima directly below, sitting close to the shore like a detached piece of land.
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