SHIZUOKA CITY KANKO NAVI

This is an information hub located between the city and the mountain villages. Through interactive workshops and events—such as natural food preparation and charcoal-making—visitors can experience the culture of the agricultural and mountain villages in the Warashina River basin.

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Located upstream along the Abe River, which flows through Shizuoka City, the Konya no Sato Recreation Area features facilities such as five Omni tennis courts, Sakura Park, and Umegashima Campground. There are three lodging facilities in Konya Onsen, and the strong alkaline simple sulfur spring is popular for its uniquely “slimy” text…

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Located at an elevation of 700 meters on the border with Kawanehonmachi, you can see Mount Fuji on clear days. The rest area offers meals and a relaxing atmosphere.*Please note that meal service hours are subject to change, so please inquire in advance.

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Comprising three areas—Culture, Tourism, and Rest—this facility serves as a multipurpose space where visitors can learn about the history of the Yui district, access tourist information, and engage with the local community.

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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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This is a day-trip hot spring facility located in the Umegashima Hot Spring Resort (a collective term for Umegashima Onsen, Nitta Onsen, and Konya Onsen), which has been designated as a National Health Resort.It is known for its colorless, transparent, and viscous water, and is highly praised for leaving the skin feeling moisturized and smooth af…

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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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This area is located on the first floor of Espal Dream Plaza. Amidst a retro Showa-era atmosphere, you’ll find shops selling farm-fresh vegetables, fresh fish, and dried seafood, as well as restaurants offering seafood set meals and buffet-style dining.

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Hikagezawa Water Park (Uo-Uo no Sato) is a water recreation facility featuring three fishing ponds where visitors can enjoy catching amago trout raised on-site, as well as a catch-and-release pond and a babbling stream. Additionally, at the dining facility "Uo-Uo no Ie," visitors can enjoy dishes made with amago trout and wild mountain …

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Located in Oka, Suruga Ward, this velodrome offers views of Mount Fuji. Opened in 1953, it hosts the annual “Tachi-aoi Prize” commemorative race every February, as well as other races such as the “Chakki Prize,” named after the folk song “Chakki-bushi.” The mascot character is “Racer Panda,” inspire…

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This hot spring offers a peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by clear mountain streams and lush mountains.The sodium bicarbonate spring water has a unique texture, and once you try it, you’re sure to become a fan.

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Honjin Park is located in the heart of Yui. It is said that during the Edo period, Yui-juku was a bustling hub, home to one honjin (an inn where feudal lords stayed), one waki-honjin, and 32 ryokan inns.The main gate, stone walls, wooden fences, and horse watering troughs evoke the atmosphere of that era, making the park a valuable experiential z…

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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 beach resort I can visit once a month

A mixed-use commercial complex located right in front of Mochimune Beach, built around the concept of a "resort you can visit once a month."The name "HUT" means "hut," and the facility features a picturesque design that incorporates the atmosphere of boat sheds and warehouses characteristic of the port town of Mochim…

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Shimizu Forest Park "Yasuragi no Mori" is an open-landscape park located in the Nishisato and Kawachi districts of Ryogawachi, situated upstream of the Okitsu River, which flows through Shimizu Ward.Spanning a vast area of 17.8 hectares (including scattered villages), the park features facilities that make the most of the forest, clear …

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Shizuoka Prefectural Forest is an outdoor recreation facility developed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the prefecture’s establishment. It spans approximately 1,000 hectares along a ridge in the Ikawa and Umegashima districts of northern Shizuoka City.Covered in beautiful temperate forests alongside the Kan'yō-mine, Sasayama, an…

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Ohama Park Pool is currently closed for renovations.

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BBQ! Sauna! Hot-air balloon rides! An interactive park with breathtaking views

With Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay stretching out before it, "Trial Park Kamabara" is, as its name suggests, a next-generation hub where we experiment (or "trial") with "new ways to play" together with the local community.The open lawn and wooden deck, where you can feel the sea breeze, offer a soothing space that cleans…

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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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This is the event plaza and green promenade located along the waterfront of Espal Dream Plaza. It is a seaside park featuring the "Shimizu Port Telfar"—a nationally registered tangible cultural property—an event plaza surrounded by a Western-style walled colonnade, a boardwalk, a yacht harbor, and a skateboard park. The park…

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This information center is located halfway between the city and the mountain villages. It features exhibits, including dioramas and videos, that showcase the nature and culture of the Abe River basin, and offers workshops where visitors can experience the culture of rural farming and mountain communities.

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Affectionately known as "Yu-Ra-Ra," this facility is designed to help residents easily and enjoyably refresh their minds and bodies, foster intergenerational interaction, and contribute to the promotion of public health. It is an energy-recycling hot spring facility that utilizes waste heat from the adjacent Numagami Waste Treatment Pla…

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This ground golf course is located at the tip of the Miho Peninsula. Why not come play in a setting surrounded by sky, sea, and greenery?The facility features three courses (24 holes), and we offer golf set rentals, so you can come empty-handed! Private rentals are available, and we can host tournaments for up to 100 people (advance application r…

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Shizuoka City’s only permanent arthouse cinema.We screen outstanding films from both Japan and abroad.We also host events such as concerts and lectures.

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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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This car ferry route has been designated as Shizuoka Prefecture’s first “Marine Prefectural Road No. 223 (Fujisan).” A monument featuring the prefectural road sign is located on the ship’s deck. Passing between Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Miho Pine Grove, a component site of the heritage, the ferry co…

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Every year from mid-January to late March, approximately 500 varieties of camellias bloom across about 6,000 square meters of the Arido Mountain hillside. The garden offers panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the Southern Alps, and visitors can enjoy matcha tea in the tea house, as well as dine at the restaurant and shop.

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This is Japan’s first museum dedicated to ukiyo-e that bears the name “Hiroshige.”The collection comprises approximately 1,400 works, focusing on masterpieces from his landscape print series, including his representative works *The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō* (Hōeidō edition), *The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō* (…

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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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With calm waves and clear water, this beach is ideal for families. It is located near the city center and is within walking distance of bus stops and train stations. You can also enjoy fishing in the surrounding area.Please check the official Shizuoka City website via the link below for the beach’s operating period.Season: Mid-July to late …

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"Shizuoka: The World Capital of Model Kits" Located at the south exit of Shizuoka Station, Shizuoka Hobby Square features permanent exhibitions of the latest model kits from various manufacturers and traditional Shizuoka crafts, as well as a wide variety of fun events.

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This is a 52-meter-tall Ferris wheel located at Espal Dream Plaza. Enjoy a 13-minute ride offering views of Shimizu Port and, on clear days, Mount Fuji.

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Miho Uchihama Beach, located in the inner sea of the Miho Peninsula, is situated south of the Espers Dream Ferry pier.The waves are relatively calm, and Shimizu Port is visible across the bay; if you’re lucky, you can enjoy swimming while watching luxury cruise ships pass by.The swimming area is marked by buoys. For your safety, please do not lea…

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Umegashima Campground is a camp center for outdoor activities set amidst a rich natural environment.

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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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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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Surrounded by the majestic Alps, the Ikawa Exhibition Hall is a facility where visitors can learn about the relationship between nature and electricity in an engaging way.The Oigawa River system is a wonderland of forests, water, and electricity.Here at the Ikawa Exhibition Hall, we provide an engaging introduction to the mechanisms of hydroelect…

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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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Umegashima Onsen is located in the upper reaches of the Abe River. This park is situated within the hot spring town. It stands on the site of Umegashima Onsen’s former public bathhouse, and natural sulfur springs—which remain the source of the hot springs—still flow from the mountain within the park.Halfway up the mountain, reached by climbing a …

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This park is located on a hill right next to the soccer field. It’s always bustling with children playing on the playground equipment and adventure course. The most popular attractions are the long yellow slide and the spinning blue slide. With a view of Mount Fuji right in front of you and a large grassy area where you can spread out a blanket a…

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