Welcome to Shizuoka! This prefecture is perfectly located in the middle of ‘Golden Route’ from Tokyo to Kyoto, and therefore famous as a popular retreat for the urbanites and a transit city for international tourists. Shizuoka is blessed with long stretches of scenic coastline, stunning mountain ranges, deep green forests, and the majestic Mount Fuji. Shizuoka also produces more than half of all of the green tea in Japan. Millions come every year to refresh their spirits by taking a dip in Shizuoka’s onsens, savor the freshest seafood and sip the country’s best green tea.
Destinations
Shizuoka is most famous for its natural scenery–especially the white-sand beaches, clear waters, and rugged coastlines along the Izu Peninsula. On top of that, it is also home to two of Japan’s top three onsen resorts, Atami and Ito. On the Shizuoka side of Mount Fuji, there are fun places at Fuji Five Lakes, the cultural site Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha, and natural phenomena such as Shiraito Falls, and Asagiri Highland.
Shizuoka City
Prefectural capital known for its tea leaves and scenic views of Mount Fuji
Fuji Five Lakes
The country's finest recreational and cultural options against the backdrop of Mount Fuji
Gotemba
Japan's most popular outlet shopping mall
Hamamatsu
Shizuoka's largest city; best known for its musical instruments and motorcycle industries
Izu Peninsula
Beautiful coastlines, world-class quality hot spring resorts, and white-sand beaches
Fujinomiya
Home to the Sengen Shrine and Shiraito Falls--one of Japan's most beautiful waterfalls
Lake Hamanako
The best place to eat unaju (Japanese eel) in the country
We arrange a wide array of meal choices for you, from Japanese traditional set meals, all you can eat, to local and seasonal specialties. Join us in exploring the taste of Japan!
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Different regions have their own traditional recipes and agricultural farming system. Many of the regional dishes can only be tasted in the original area they came from.
Mishima Croquette
This croquette is only sold in shops certified by ‘Mishima Korokke no kai’. It is crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Using Mishima potatoes as the basis, other ingredients are added at the liberty of each shop, with shapes varying from spiral to heart
Unaju
Shizuoka is one of the leading producers of domestically grown unagi that is rich in vitamins and collagen. The flesh is plump and fatty, and low in calories, making it especially popular among women. The best way to eat eel is on a bed of rice, covered in a glossy sauce and served in a ‘Ju’ box.
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Experience
Whether this is your first time visiting, or returning, make sure to participate in these unique activities, that cannot be done elsewhere!
Tea Picking
Fragrance Making
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Recommended Hotels
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Izu Marriott Hotel Shuzenji
Hotel Associa Shizuoka
Source: © HOTEL CONCORDE HAMAMATSUHotel Concorde Hamamatsu
Source: © Okura Act City Hotel HamamatsuOkura Act City Hotel Hamamatsu
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