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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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This facility is a central wholesale market that handles produce and seafood.While we normally restrict public access, we offer, we offer "market tours" on an ongoing basis.We offer "Early Morning Market Tours" starting at 5:30 a.m. where you can watch the auctions, as well asas well as "Market Facility Tours" where …

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Located at the source of the Abe River, which flows through Shizuoka City, this is a massive landslide site representative of the southern part of the Akaishi Mountains (Southern Alps) and is considered one of Japan’s three major landslides. It is believed to have been caused by the 1707 Hoei Earthquake.The landslide extends 800 meters down…

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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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A Traditional Japanese House for Exclusive Rental: A Retreat Amidst Art and Craft

This inn, renovated from a traditional Japanese house in Mariko-juku on the Tōkaidō, is themed around "spending time with traditional crafts."The guest rooms are illuminated by lamps crafted from Suruga bamboo, creating a fantastical aesthetic alongside the exposed beams.A particular highlight is the cypress bath and private sauna provi…

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"Building Stay" offers guests the chance to stay in uniquely designed rooms created by renovating sections of buildings scattered throughout the city. Located just a few minutes’ walk from Shizuoka Station, these spaces offer a level of luxury you’d never imagine upon entering the building. Limited to just seven groups per d…

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Seasonal dishes and our famous grated yam soup

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For car rentals and leases in Shizuoka Prefecture—including Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Kakegawa, Numazu, Fujieda, Fuji, and Mishima—please turn to Toyota Rent-A-Lease Shizuoka. You can return your rental car to any branch other than the one where you picked it up. We have branches conveniently located for your travels, such as the Mt. Fuji …

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This temple was founded in 1660 (the early Edo period) by the High Priest Nikin and belongs to the Nichiren sect. Renowned as one of the most famous temples in the Tokai region, it is beloved by many for its magnificent views of the Kan-to area, and is the final resting place of the literary giant Takayama Chugyu, known as “Takiguchi Nyudo.…

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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 center opened on November 3, 1978 (Culture Day) as part of the projects commemorating the 90th anniversary of Shizuoka City’s establishment.Located on the site of Sunpu Castle, which was the city center at the time, the hall serves as a symbol of cultural and artistic activities. In addition to hosting performances across various genres—inclu…

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The row of cherry trees leading from the grounds of Shizuoka Sengen Shrine to the summit of Mt. Shizuki reaches full bloom around early April, drawing crowds of cherry blossom viewers. The summit also offers a fine view of the city center and serves as a relaxing spot for locals to take a stroll.Although Mt. Shizuki is a relatively low mountain, …

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This park is a relaxing retreat for residents, offering a variety of attractions such as a cherry blossom viewing area, a playground for young children, a fishing pond, and a "babbling brook" with clear flowing water. The observatory at "Star Plaza" features telescopes with adjustable eyepieces that can be lowered to make view…

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Come and enjoy the authentic taste of mandarin oranges. This is Suzuki Farm, where you can pick your own mandarin oranges.

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We are Genpeido, part of Yamagacha—a tea shop that handles everything from farming to production and sales. Located in the countryside near Shimizu, we sell tea with a refreshing mountain aroma. In addition to pesticide-free tea, we also produce matcha and black tea, striving to offer the freshest taste and aroma in Japan—unmatched anywhere else.

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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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This is an auto campground located on the shore of the uppermost section of Lake Igawa. It features 41 tent sites, as well as a kitchen area, flush toilets, hot spring baths, a coin-operated laundry facility, and coin-operated showers.

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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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The Ikawa Bridge, spanning Lake Ikawa, is a 258-meter-long suspension bridge open to standard-sized vehicles. The view of the Southern Alps from here is spectacular. During the autumn foliage season, the surrounding mountains blaze with color, and in the spring, when the new greenery emerges, the remaining snow stands out beautifully. The view fr…

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About a 5-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station. The Shizuoka Daiichi Hotel is located within walking distance of the city’s downtown and entertainment districts.

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Located in Jihi, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Zōzen-ji is an ancient Sōtō Zen temple known as the family temple of Lord Imagawa Ujichika, with Jizō Bosatsu as its principal object of worship. It is a pilgrimage site on the Suruga Seven Kannon and Suruga Thirty-Three Kannon pilgrimage routes, and was formerly the site of Jihi-ji, a Shingon temple.Zosh…

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From the Utsunoya Pass Roadside Station, a narrow path lined with ivy leads over Utsunoya Pass; after entering Fujieda City, the route returns to the Shizuoka City side.There is a tunnel dating back to the Meiji era, which lends the area a retro atmosphere.◆◆Walking Time from the Vine-Lined Path to the Old TokaidoRoadside Station → (20 min) → Uts…

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Our stir-fried meat and vegetables is one of our signature dishes—once you try it, you’ll be hooked.

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We offer a wide selection of local specialties, including Shizuoka’s various traditional crafts such as bamboo crafts and lacquerware, as well as tea, wasabi pickles, sweets, and seafood. Please feel free to browse our selection for souvenirs or gifts.

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A mountain range featuring peaks over 3,000 meters high, this is one of Japan’s most iconic mountainous regions. Its lush forests and diverse flora and fauna have earned it designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.The Southern Alps, with their unspoiled natural beauty, are bustling with hikers in the summer.

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Houses with "sea cucumber walls" are a style commonly seen from the Meiji era through the early Shōwa era.The name comes from the fact that the walls, covered with flat roof tiles and filled with fish-shaped plaster in the gaps, resemble a sea cucumber.Within the Kamabara district, this style can be seen at two homes: the Sato and Yoshi…

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Affectionately known as the former McKenzie Residence, this beautiful Western-style mansion with white walls stands along the coast. Completed in 1940, it served as the former home of the late Duncan J. McKenzie and the late Emily M. McKenzie and is registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property.The husband was a tea merchant and the wife a …

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The Shizuoka City Center for Buried Cultural Properties was built on the site of “Chōjasō,” the former villa of Kaoru Inoue, a statesman of the Meiji era, with the aim of organizing, preserving, and utilizing buried cultural properties. It opened in 2004.　The Center conducts cataloging of artifacts unearthed during archaeological exc…

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Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway or hosting a gathering, we offer rooms to suit every occasion and ensure your complete satisfaction. Our inn specializes in meals featuring Yui's famous cherry shrimp.

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This waterfall can be seen from "Oyu no Furusato Park," located in the hot spring town of Umegashima Onsen in the headwaters of the Abe River. The mountain where the waterfall is situated is also the source of Umegashima Onsen's hot springs. Within "Oyu no Furusato Park," you'll find "Anaburo," a cave where t…

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Located in Abe-oku, Shizuoka City, Ryokan Ichikawa at Umegashima Onsen is a renowned hot spring inn known for its waters, which were once the secret hot springs of Takeda Shingen and Tokugawa Ieyasu. The area is home to many famous sights, such as Abe’s Great Waterfall and the Oya Landslide. Here, you can relax and enjoy the natural hot spr…

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The fourth "Jiman-ichi" store.The 300-square-meter sales floor will feature fresh locally grown produce and handmade processed goods from the Women’s Division, along with a tenant directly operated by the Mochimune Fisheries Cooperative—the first in the prefecture to sell fresh fish.We have carefully curated our selection 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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The "Hagoromo Pine," said to be about 200 years old, stands in a corner of Miho Matsubara and is a majestic pine tree known for its connection to the legend of the celestial maiden.　Nearby, a path known as the "Path of the Gods" leads to Miho Shrine, with a row of pine trees stretching for about 500 meters.

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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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A waterfall 10 meters high and 2 meters wide. It is said to have been established 800 years ago as a place of ascetic practice for the Shingon sect. It is about 1 km from the Kami-Isabu bus stop, and there is a sign at the entrance.

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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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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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A skin-beautifying hot spring, as refreshing as a facial toner, found in a secluded spot

Located at the gateway to the Southern Alps, this municipally operated lodge is beloved by hikers and hot spring enthusiasts alike.Following a renovation in 2009, it was transformed into a comfortable base for exploring the great outdoors.The true appeal of this hot spring lies, above all, in its striking "water quality." The momen…

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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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