SHIZUOKA CITY KANKO NAVI

We always have 12 varieties of our original gelato made with fresh ingredients sourced directly from local producers. The gelato flavors, unique to Shizuoka, such as strawberry, mandarin orange, Nagata peaches, plums, and Mochimune shirasu,change with the seasons.We also recommend our parfaits, made with plenty of seasonal fruit. There are terrac…

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Seasonal dishes and our famous grated yam soup

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Kaiseki cuisine inspired by the 24 solar terms, served at the place where the last shogun spent his final years

This historic Japanese restaurant stands on the site of the former residence where Tokugawa Yoshinobu, the last shogun of the Edo shogunate, spent more than 20 years following the turbulent Bakumatsu period and the Restoration of Imperial Rule.Although located in the heart of the city, just a 3-minute walk from Shizuoka Station, once you step thr…

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Located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture—just 10 meters from JR Shimizu Station! This business hotel in Shimizu is perfect for business and leisure travelers. We offer convenient packages for families and students as well.

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Our shop is located in the village of Utsunoya, an intermediate post station (ainoshuku) between Maruko-juku and Okabe-juku on the Tokaido Road.Why not enjoy a bowl of soba while soaking in the atmosphere of the old Tōkaidō?

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This buffet restaurant offers gently flavored dishes in a spacious, bright dining area and on an open terrace with ocean views. Our menu features an abundance of seasonal ingredients, and all of our desserts are handmade by our staff. The wide variety of dishes displayed on large platters throughout the restaurant were all developed by our staff&…

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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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This temple is one of the Suruga Seven Kannon (Abe Seven Kannon), and it is said that the renowned monk Gyoki enshrined a statue of the Thousand-Armed Kannon here during the Heian period. Originally located at the summit of Mount Kunō—where Kunōzan Tōshō-gū now stands—it was known as “Kunō-ji.” However, it was relocated to its current site by Tak…

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With calm waves and clear water, this beach is ideal for families. It’s close to the city center and 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 through late AugustHou…

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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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Based in Shizuoka—a region renowned for its tea—we have been cultivating the rich flavor and aroma of delicious coffee. Creating a more aromatic taste is the guiding principle of Tomiya Coffee. We also operate “Coffee Beans Shop Mamezumi” in Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City. We offer a selection of 26 carefully curated coffee be…

Sushi, live sakura shrimp, sakura shrimp dishes, delicacies from Suruga Bay, sardine curry, and local specialties—all prepared with care and deliciousness!Of course, we serve sushi made with fish from Suruga Bay, Shizuoka, and tuna from Shimizu Port—Japan’s top landing port—but our specialty sakura shrimp is available year…

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This is a plum garden located at the summit of Nihondaira. The "Plum Festival" is held here every year starting in mid-February.

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Marukaku Watanabe Seicha, a specialty shop offering 100% Shizuoka-grown first-flush sencha and Japanese tea sweets, has been in business since 1954. We take pride in cherishing the bounty of nature and preserving the traditions and pride of Shizuoka tea. Working alongside our own farms and contracted farmers, we take pride and joy in producing Ja…

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The Jirocho Boat House Memorial Museum, dedicated to Jirocho, who contributed greatly to the development of Shimizu Port

This memorial hall is a reconstruction of "Suehiro," the boat inn operated in his later years by Jirocho Shimizu—a legendary outlaw who was active from the late Edo period through the Meiji era—to promote the development of Shimizu Port.It preserves the story of his turbulent life, from his days as a young gang leader to his…

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Katazome by Living National Treasure Keisuke Serizawa, alongside art and craft treasures from around the world

This museum offers visitors the chance to experience the world of Keisuke Serizawa, a Living National Treasure and master of dyeing crafts.Serizawa established "Kataezome," a style of stencil dyeing that incorporates his own unique creativity into traditional techniques, and his bold compositions and rich colors continue to be highly ac…

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A Japanese restaurant carrying on the traditions of a long-established establishment

"Tsubaki-tei," a Japanese restaurant featuring entirely private dining rooms, illuminates the heart of Shizuoka.From local specialties like grated yam to soft-shelled turtle and pufferfish, you can fully savor the charm of kaiseki cuisine.Our signature grated yam soup is a masterpiece beloved not only by local food connoisseurs but also…

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Located on a river terrace on the right bank of the Okitsu River (at an elevation of approximately 60 meters), it offers a panoramic view of the townscape of Kojima stretching along the Minobu Road.The Kojima Domain began in 1704 (the first year of the Hōei era) when Matsudaira Nobuharu established a military headquarters here. For the next 164 y…

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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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Located just a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Shizuoka Station and a 30-second walk from the downtown area, this quiet hotel is situated near government offices and the business district, offering views of the garden of "Ukigetsuro," the former residence of Lord Tokugawa Yoshinobu.After relaxing and recharging in our spacious, …

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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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The Meiji Tunnel, located on the Utsunoya Pass connecting Shizuoka City and Okabe-cho in Fujieda City, opened in 1876 (Meiji 9). Recognized as a valuable cultural heritage site from the Meiji era, it became the first active tunnel to be designated as a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 1997 (Heisei 9), under the name “Meiji Utsuno…

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This park was jointly developed by the former cities of Shizuoka and Shimizu along their municipal border. Spanning the areas of Sena to Nagao and Shimizu Ouchi, it offers a panoramic view of the city from its summit at an elevation of 300 meters. Additionally, the approximately 1-kilometer-long ridge connecting Kajiwara-yama Park and Ipponmatsu …

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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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Shizuoka Music Hall AOI opened in May 1995 as a venue dedicated to fostering the future of Shizuoka’s musical culture.The 618-seat shoebox-style hall boasts top-tier acoustics, and its superb resonance is recognized and cherished by musicians worldwide.Under the leadership of its Artistic Director, AOI hosts a diverse range of concerts and …

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The Ryogawachi district, where the deep morning and evening fog and gentle sunlight cultivate high-quality tea with a rich aroma.In this region, Seishō Yuen is dedicated to producing matcha—a rarity in Shizuoka.Not only can you enjoy views of the tea fields nestled in the mountains,but at Chikuso-an—a tea room converted from a former …

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Enjoy a spectacular view from the theater and a game meat lunch at the school building overlooking Lake Ikawa

In July 2025, a long-awaited new attraction opened in the Ikawa district, the gateway to the Southern Alps.The former Ikawa Elementary School building, which had been closed, was renovated and reborn as a museum where visitors can experience the nature and culture of the Southern Alps, with its range of 3,000-meter-high peaks.The highlight is the…

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A working mailbox as a plastic model kit!? Why not try dropping a letter in here?

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Nestled in the remote Okushizu region of Shizuoka City—a secluded hot spring destination blessed with abundant natural beauty—lies "Umegashima Drive-In & Sauna Villa."The facility is divided into two sections: the “Shop Building,” which specializes in takeout, and the “Accommodation Building,” whi…

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Enjoy chicken, duck, and seafood dishes, along with famous local sake, at reasonable prices in the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional Japanese tatami room. Torikou is the restaurant that offers you this cozy dining experience.

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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 shop is located inside Espal Dream Plaza. It’s packed with all kinds of delicious treats from across Shizuoka Prefecture. We offer a wide variety of items, perfect for gifts or for enjoying at home. We also sell freshly made and freshly fried fish cakes, soft-serve ice cream, Shizuoka tea, and more.

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This strawberry picking farm is located along the old route of National Route 150. It is a historic farm that was the first in the region to successfully cultivate Ishigaki strawberries in the late Meiji period, and Helen Keller once visited here. You can enjoy as many strawberries as you like with no time limit. The farm also features a small ca…

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J-STEP is a sports facility where everyone—from top athletes to amateurs and sports enthusiasts—can train and enjoy themselves.Featuring natural grass fields, artificial turf courts, and jogging trails, as well as a training room, pool, gymnasium, meeting rooms, lodging facilities, and a restaurant, it is a comprehensive sports facili…

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Located in a shopping district called "Jirocho Street," the museum displays photographs of Shimizu Jirocho, Omasa, and Komasa, as well as tools and artifacts used by Jirocho. The living room and other areas have been preserved exactly as they were in those days. Jirocho's real name was Yamamoto Chogoro. He was the adopted son of Ya…

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Akamizu Falls is a massive waterfall with a drop of 50 meters that can be viewed from an observation deck along Prefectural Route 29, the “Abe Kaido,” on the way to Umegashima Onsen.In 1707 (the 4th year of the Hoei era), a massive earthquake and flood caused the ridges of Mt. Otani to collapse over a 4-kilometer stretch, creating the…

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The Shizuhata-yama Kofun is located on the southern ridge of Mount Shizuhata, which juts out from the center of the Shizuoka Plain.Excavations conducted in 1949 revealed that the kofun is a circular mound approximately 32 meters in diameter and 7 meters high. Inside, there is a massive horizontal chamber stone chamber constructed by stacking boul…

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We have been in business as a long-established bento shop since our founding in 1889.Please enjoy the flavors of Shizuoka that have been loved for over 100 years.We serve customers at rest areas (PA) and service areas (SA) near Shizuoka City, as well as at Shizuoka Airport and Shizuoka Station for Shinkansen boarding.

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We help make your trip to Shizuoka City enjoyable and comfortable, whether you’re riding the Shizutetsu Railway’s “Shizuoka–Shimizu Line,” taking the “Shizutetsu Just Line” buses, or visiting the “Shin-Shizuoka Senoba” mixed-use commercial complex at Shin-Shizuoka Station.

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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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