Shizuoka Articles
5 Things to Do Around Shizuoka City
5 Things to Do Around Shizuoka CityShizuoka City is the capital and 2nd largest city of Shizuoka Prefecture. Located on the coast of Suruga Bay, easily accessible from Shizuoka Station, are the fishing towns of Shimizu and Mochimune. There are many great attractions in this small area and here are...
5 Things to do in Shizuoka City
5 Things to Do in Shizuoka CityShizuoka City is the capital and 2nd largest city of Shizuoka Prefecture. A cosmopolitan city with a fascinating samurai history there is no shortage of things to do in Shizuoka City - here is a list of the top 5 attractions on offer. 1. Cafe Hopping If you enjoy...
Tokaido Highway – Hakone Hachiri
Follow the Tokaido HighwayHakone Hachiri HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AREAHeritage Area, Cedar Lined cobblestones, 'Amazake' (warm / sweet non alcoholic sake), Yamanaka Castle Ruins, Mishima SkywalkHachiri literally means 8 Ri, a distance of approximately 32 kilometres. It refers to the stretch of the...
Farm to Table Experience in Kawane
Farm to Table, Steam Locomotive & Bridge of Dreams Take a journey on a steam locomotive deep into the forest covered mountains of Kawane, Shizuoka – discover turquoise waters nestled amongst a canvas of green, friendly locals creating farm to table
Shizuoka Wasabi
Shizuoka Wasabi Many sushi lovers will be shocked to learn that their beloved green paste may not be what it seems - Exploring Shizuoka is a great way to learn the truth and understand more about the origins of this uniquely Japanese plant. Shizuoka wasabi is the best in the world! Although...
Baird Brewery in Shuzenji
Baird Beer Philosophy Baird Beer is fast becoming a flagship for the emerging Japanese craft beer scene around the world. From its humble beginnings, it has grown into a world-recognized brewery staying true to its motto, "Celebrating Beer".A family company, born from a deep passion for beer and a...
Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre
Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Begin your ascent of this iconic Mountain from sea level, explore the lush forests and Mt Hoei Crater as you hike from the 5th station, and then make your final push to the summit to experience a magnificent sunrise – all without going outside. Mt...
Hunting in Haruno
Hunting in Haruno Deep in the Heart of Hamamatsu in a small country town surrounded by mountains, forests and rivers hunting is an important way of life. It is a skill passed down through generations and is helping to save the local eco-system. Japan has a rich history of hunting dating back to...
Kakegawa – Honjin Dori
Honjin Dori in Kakegawa Less than 10 minutes away from Kakegawa station on the Tokaido Shinkansen in Shizuoka, lies a hidden gem, outdoor eateries and bars along a traditional Japanese eating street, beckoning you in for a bite and enticing you to stay for a drink. Discover the hidden food alley...
Kawane Minshuku
Minshuku Stay in KawaneStepping off the beaten path, traveling into the countryside, interacting with locals, and experiencing their everyday way of life is the one of the best ways to enjoy Japan and explore a different side of the country. 'Minshuku' are the Japanese equivalent of a Bed and...
Golf in Shizuoka
Golf in Shizuoka With a stable year-round climate, long stretches of dramatic coastline and stunning views of the majestic Mt Fuji, Shizuoka provides an amazing variety of different golf experiences all within close proximity to Tokyo. Whether you are heading to Japan specifically for a golf...
Shizuoka Minshuku Experiences
Minshuku Stay in ShizuokaStep off the beaten path, interact with locals and experience their everyday way of life. Staying at a Minshuku is one of the best ways to Explore Shizuoka.'Minshuku' are the Japanese equivalent of a Bed and Breakfast and provide an intimate experience for visitors to...
Korean Self Drive
Self Drive in 시즈오카 렌터카로 갈 수 있는 시즈오카현의 관광스팟을 소개드립니다! 후지산 기슭의 후지노미야를 만끽하는 드라이브 코스! 로드맵 차로 약 3 분 차로 약 5 분 차로 약 20 분 차로 약 10 분 차로 약 15 분 후지산 기슭의 후지노미야를 만끽하는 드라이브 코스! 로드맵 시즈오카현 후지산 세계유산센터는 2013년 6월에 유네스코의 세계문화유산으로 등록된 신앙의 대상과 예술의 원천이 되어 온 후지산을 후세에 전하기 위해 마련된 시설입니다. 일본 전국에 수없이 많은 센겐신사의 본궁입니다. 이 신사에서 모시는...
Cycling in Shizuoka
Cycling in Shizuoka Japan is quickly becoming recognized as one of the world's top cycling destinations - Cycling in Shizuoka has something for everyone. With mountains that rival that of Europe, abundant quiet roads where cars are seldom seen, a labyrinth of well paved roads and narrow country...
Shuzenji – A walk through history
Walking Through History With over 1200 years of history as a place of rest, reflection and recuperation the secluded hot-spring (onsen) town of Shuzenji on the Izu Peninsula has had many years to refine what it takes to help you soak away the stresses and pressures of everyday life and remember...
Sunpu Castle Shizuoka City
Sunpu Castle Shizuoka City Explore Sunpu Castle, which has the largest keep in Japan and dates back nearly 1,000 years to the Warring States Period. Sunpu Castle, or Sunpu-jō in Japanese, is a castle in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, originally built in 1337 by the Imagawa clan. This feudal...
Mt Fuji Ecotours – Fujinomiya
Explore Mt. Fuji from a different perspectiveFrom exploring the majesty of the Shiraito falls and cycling through traditional villages, to personalised kimono fittings and sweet making - Fujinomiya City based Mt Fuji Ecotours is your gateway to authentic and unique Japanese experiences. ...
