SHIZUOKA CITY KANKO NAVI

A familiar sight from textbooks! Experience ancient life in a Yayoi-period settlement

The Toro Ruins, which are even featured in textbooks, are the remains of a representative Yayoi-period settlement designated as a National Special Historic Site.With pit dwellings, raised-floor storehouses, and rice paddies stretching out before you, stepping inside allows you to experience firsthand what life was like 2,000 years ago.The adjacen…

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Enthusiasts around the world are watching closely. The "Shizuoka Terroir" nurtured by the flames of a wood fire

Nestled in the Okushizu region, surrounded by lush nature, lies a mecca for Japanese whiskey that has captured the world’s attention.From raw materials to equipment, we rigorously pursue the essence of Shizuoka, aiming to create a unique flavor that can only be produced in this region.Its most distinctive feature is the “wood-fired st…

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Located along National Route 150 with views of Suruga Bay, this is one of Shizuoka Prefecture’s largest comprehensive hot spring facilities, featuring a vast traditional townhouse complex. It offers a food court, relaxation areas, and a manga corner with 6,000 volumes. Within the townhouse complex, you can enjoy a variety of treats at the c…

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Let's dive into the world of Chibi Maruko-chan!

"Chibi Maruko-chan Land," located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City—the setting for the anime "Chibi Maruko-chan"—is Japan's only permanent museum.The Sakura family’s living room and the “Class 3-4” classroom are faithfully recreated, giving visitors the feeling of stepping right into the world o…

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The Nihondaira Ropeway is a cable car that connects the summit of Nihondaira—a scenic spot that has been ranked first in the "Top 100 Tourist Destinations in Japan" competition—with Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, a historic site associated with Tokugawa Ieyasu that houses the only National Treasure building in Shizuoka Prefecture, …

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Encounters with animals can change tomorrow!

Located at the foot of Nihondaira, this municipal zoo is famous for its breathtaking views of Mount Fuji across Suruga Bay.Many visitors are captivated by the adorable sights of a wide variety of animals, including red pandas.The zoo is known for its “behavioral exhibits,” which recreate environments close to the animals’ natura…

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"Parche," a seven-story station building directly connected to Shizuoka Station on the JR Tokaido Line and Shinkansen, is a shopping center featuring approximately 180 specialty stores. The Shokusai-kan section brings together renowned shops specializing in fresh produce and other goods, with a focus on Shizuoka’s local specialtie…

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As a "Museum of Ports and Ships," the Ferkel Museum showcases the history and role of the port through ship models related to Shimizu Port, maritime equipment essential for navigation, and cargo-handling tools used by port workers.Additionally, the Canned Food Memorial Hall, located at the rear of the museum, showcases the history of th…

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This inn is located right next to the Toro Ruins, where you can feel as if you’ve traveled back in time to the Yayoi period. The garden on the grounds features Japanese white pines and Japanese boxwoods over 120 years old, as well as statues of Yayoi-period people inspired by the nearby Toro Ruins.

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The Ultimate Viewing Platform Overlooking Mount Fuji

Nihondaira once took first place in the “Top 100 Tourist Destinations in Japan” contest."Nihondaira Yume Terrace" is an observation facility built on its summit (elevation approx. 300 m) in 2018.The view from the third-floor observation deck and the approximately 200-meter-long outdoor observation corridor is truly a breatht…

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The Shizuoka Science Museum Ru·Ku·Ru is an interactive science museum brimming with the joy of discovery and the fun of creation."Huh?" "Why?"—There are plenty of exhibits to spark your curiosity.See, hear, and touch—come experience a mysterious world you can’t usually experience.We also host ev…

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A multi-purpose theme park located in Shimizu Port. Visitors can enjoy shopping, movies, dining, and events. It features a particularly wide selection of sushi bars and restaurants.

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There are four daily cruises around Shimizu Port, allowing you to enjoy both Mount Fuji, a World Heritage Site, and the Miho Pine Grove, a component asset, at the same time. Additionally, the 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. departures offer a “Lunch Box Cruise” (reservation required). (Please note that the Lunch Box Cruise typically requires…

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Directly operated by a wholesaler, so the freshness is unbeatable! Enjoy both our seafood bowls and shopping

Located right next to Shimizu Port, "Shimizu Fish Market: Kashi no Ichi" is a popular gourmet spot known as "Japan's first fish market where wholesalers sell directly to the public."It bustles with crowds every day as people flock to enjoy the fresh seafood unique to Shimizu Port, which boasts the highest tuna catch volume…

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Experience it for yourself at the mecca of saunas! Find ultimate relaxation in the miraculous cold plunge pool

A true mecca for sauna enthusiasts (sauners) across the country, who all dream of visiting one day.What solidifies its popularity is the “Miracle Cold Plunge Pool,” which luxuriously flows with natural spring water drawn from deep underground.With its fine texture and mellow quality that feels as though it becomes one with your body t…

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"The Original Japanese Landscape" Beloved by Utagawa Hiroshige

During the Taisho era, Miho Matsubara was designated as Japan’s first Place of Scenic Beauty.In 2013, it was also registered as a component part of the World Cultural Heritage site “Mount Fuji,” truly a pristine landscape of which Japan is proud.The contrast created by the pine grove—estimated to contain some 30,000 trees&…

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A museum where the scenery outside the windows looks like a painting

Perched on the hills of Nihondaira—a scenic spot that took first place in the "Top 100 Tourist Destinations in Japan"—stands the Nihondaira Hotel. It is truly a resort of breathtaking beauty, worthy of the name “Landscape Art Museum.”From the guest rooms to the restaurants and lounges, floor-to-ceiling glass…

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Located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, along the Kunō Coast Road (formerly National Route 150) in the Ishigaki Ichigo area, this is a strawberry picking farm. To ensure you can enjoy a "relaxed, leisurely, and fun strawberry picking experience," there is no time limit on your visit. You can enjoy as many Akihime and Benihoppe strawberr…

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The heat from the stone walls brings out the sweetness. The birthplace of "tourist strawberry picking," a tradition spanning 120 years

Overlooking Suruga Bay, "Kuno Strawberry Coast Road" is a famous strawberry destination known for its "stone wall cultivation" method, which is rare even on a national scale.This farming method utilizes the solar heat stored in the stone walls to produce “Ishigaki Strawberries” that are surprisingly sweet and inten…

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The Tamiya Circuit is a circuit exclusively for electric RC cars that any RC car enthusiast can use for free. It features two courses—one for on-road and one for off-road—and Tamiya staff are on hand to manage the circuit on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, so even beginners can enjoy driving with peace of mind.

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Constructed in 1931 as the main branch building of the former Shizuoka 35 Bank, the predecessor of Shizuoka Bank.The building is a three-story reinforced concrete structure and was designated as a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property in April 1998.*As the building is still in use as a bank branch, visitors may only view the exterior.

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A sacred site associated with Tokugawa Ieyasu. A National Treasure shrine building overlooking Suruga Bay

This shrine marks the founding of Tōshō-gū, where the remains of the late Tokugawa Ieyasu were first enshrined in accordance with his will.The shrine building, entirely lacquered and painted in vivid colors, served as the prototype for the Gongen-zukuri style and has been designated a National Treasure for its splendor and historical significance…

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The Kunozan Toshogu Museum is a museum attached to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, which enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu.The museum houses the "Important Cultural Property: Hada Armor," the armor worn by Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu at the Battle of Sekigahara; the "National Treasure: Paulownia Crest Silk-Wrapped Tachi Mounting (National Treasure: Tachi…

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Take a trip back to the Showa era! A famous alleyway serving Shizuoka-style oden with rich, flavorful broth

"Aoba Oden Street" and "Aoba Yokocho" are popular spots where you can enjoy "Shizuoka Oden," the soul food of Shizuoka City.The countless red lanterns swaying among the skyscrapers and the nostalgic scenery, reminiscent of a trip back to the Showa era, stir a sense of travel excitement the moment you step inside.The …

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A historic site where Tokugawa Ieyasu built his estate and spent his retirement

This park is located on the site of "Sunpu Castle," where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent his later years as the "Ōgosho" after stepping down from the position of shogun.Protected by double moats and stone walls, the park serves as a place of relaxation for citizens while conveying the historical significance cherished by the ruler of t…

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An interactive museum offering a behind-the-scenes look at model kit manufacturing

This new factory, which began operations in 2025 under the concept of a "showcase factory," has captured the attention of plastic model fans around the world.At the adjacent MUSEUM, visitors can step into the shoes of a plastic model designer and experience the manufacturing process—from planning and design to mold making, molding, and …

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We operate a variety of bus services to ensure your trip to Shizuoka City is comfortable and enjoyable, including local buses serving Shizuoka City and its surrounding areas, the Sunpu Roman Bus that circles the city center, shuttle buses to Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport, and express buses to destinations such as Tokyo, Narita Airport, and Osaka.

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Established in 1870, we opened as an inn for merchants in Ejiri-juku on the Tōkaidō Road. For over 140 years since then, we have served as a base for both business and leisure travelers visiting the Shimizu Port area, Miho Matsubara, Nihondaira, and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine. We are a 10- to 15-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Shimizu Station an…

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The shrine complex of Suruga Province’s principal shrine, associated with Tokugawa Ieyasu and boasting a history of two thousand years

Affectionately known as “Osen-gen-sama,” Shizuoka Sengen Shrine is the place where Tokugawa Ieyasu held his coming-of-age ceremony while serving as a hostage to the Imagawa clan—a place that can be called the “origin of the ruler of the realm,” where he first harbored his grand ambitions.The shrine grounds are lined …

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This is a charming way to reach the Hinode District (home to Espal Dream Plaza), the Miho District (home to Miho Matsubara), and the Ejiri District (home to JR Shimizu Station and the Kashi no Ichi fish market, where you can enjoy a meal) by boat. The views of Shimizu Port and the Miho Peninsula from the sea are truly exceptional. On clear days, …

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A department store with a stylish aquarium!The basement food hall also offers a wide variety of gourmet foods.It’s a 3-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station, and since it’s directly connected via an underground passage, you can enter without getting wet in the rain.In the spring of 2022, the entire building was renovated, and the styli…

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Located on Asama-dori, the approach to Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, this oden shop is a rare example of a traditional "dagashi-ya" (old-fashioned candy store) style establishment that specializes exclusively in Shizuoka-style oden. Unlike the famous "Aoba Yokocho" and "Aoba Oden Street," which are known for Shizuoka-style…

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To gather academic data on the size, location, and state of preservation of the castle keep foundations, we conducted excavation surveys over a six-year period from fiscal year 2016 to fiscal year 2021. The surveys revealed castle keep foundations dating from two distinct periods—the late Sengoku period and the Edo period—as well as a large quant…

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The deity who descends upon the Hagoromo Pine is welcomed at Miho Shrine via a 500-meter-long avenue of pine trees, commonly known as the “Path of the Gods.”Walking along this solemn avenue of ancient pines, said to be 200 to 400 years old, offers a sense of spiritual renewal. To protect the trees, the path has been converted into a boardwalk to …

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Kōyōzan Garden was designed with a focus on playfulness and enjoyment, drawing on the historical context of Sunpu Castle Park and reflecting the style of daimyo gardens., with a focus on playfulness and enjoyment. Centered around four gardens that express the nature and scenic beauty, this garden offers the charm of ever-changing scenery througho…

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By transforming the median strip of Aoba-dori City Road into a green space 18 meters wide and 520 meters long, we have created a versatile venue capable of hosting a variety of events. Known as “Performance Street,” it serves as the venue for the “Street Performance World Cup” and features winter illuminations and dynamic …

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Erected in 1952 to commemorate the French ballerina Hélène Juglaris, who was captivated by the Noh play *Hagoromo* and longed to visit Miho Matsubara but passed away before she could set foot there.This monument to Hélène (the "Hagoromo Monument") features a relief of Madame Hélène gazing at a N…

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(This is the route to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine via the ropeway from Nihondaira)From his early childhood, Tokugawa Ieyasu overcame every hardship and adversity to become Shogun. Having spent his later years in Sunpu (present-day Shizuoka City), Ieyasu passed away on April 17, 1616, at the age of 75.Shortly before his death, Lord Ieyasu entrusted his…

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This is a souvenir shop located at the entrance to Miho no Matsubara. It sells Shizuoka City specialties, as well as unique ice cream flavors featuring local ingredients like wasabi and shirasu.

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This is Japan’s first reinforced concrete lighthouse, and it celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2012. The weather vane at the top of the lighthouse is shaped like a celestial maiden.

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