Location: Shizuoka Prefecture
Top Things to do in Shizuoka Prefecture
What to do and see in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan: The Best Places and Tips
Shizuoka Prefecture (静岡県, Shizuoka-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of Honshu. The capital is the city of Shizuoka, while Hamamatsu is the largest city by population.
Restaurants in Shizuoka Prefecture
1. Tatadohama Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By readytogoJapan - Japan
We come here so my husband can surf...I generally hide under an umbrella. Nice beach, and off season..really relaxing. We usually come in May-June or Oct-Nov. In summer, lots of people are here and the beach is packed with families. If you can come off season, the water won't be warm, but it is pretty. Great for photos..and relaxing. Small children really enjoy digging here in the sand..good place for families. Not huge waves, but there are always surfers here..hoping.. and Surfing the small waves. Nice sandy beach..a restroom is available..and some sort of showers. Bring food and drinks though.. maybe only in summer you can buy something to eat. Off season, we carry our own. One of the nicer Beaches in my opinion.
2. Kakegawa Kachouen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
In our huge area, We have a big greenhouse, water lily pool, ponds and farms.Our greenhouse is completely air-conditioned which offers cool breeze in summer and warmness in winter, even in rainy days you can enjoy and have fun visiting Kachouen comfortably.People with disabilities who uses wheelchairs and families who have baby carts should not worry because our park is barrier-free, everyone can enjoy and have fun visiting our park.
Reviewed By Savannah L
I loved this place it was so cool. I have never fed a toucan let alone held one or even touched an owl. Great for toddlers and up. Bring extra money so you can buy all the food you want to feed the birds with! There are tons of different ones and you can feed fish if you want as well. Unforgettable experience. A must do!!!!! (Unless you are scared of birds)
3. MOA Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 344 reviews
It has been 33 years since MOA Museum of Art was established in 1982, and we are currently carrying out refurbishment construction to renovate the exhibition space and museum facilities. The renovation of its lobby area and exhibition galleries are being provided by New Material Research Laboratory, led by world-renowned contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto and architect Tomoyuki Sakakida. Contrary to its name, New Material Research Laboratory is focused on researching materials and techniques used in ancient, medieval, and early modern times, and finding ways to incorporate them in contemporary architecture and pass them down to the future. They will be exploring a myriad of possibilities to design incredible spaces for the MOA Museum of Art. The concepts of MOA Museum of Art are as follows: The Fundamental Plans of the Museum We shall aim to become a museum transmitting information of Japanese Art. We shall promote the development of tourism, art and crafts. Having a cooperative p
Reviewed By hasanarif - Tokyo, Japan
This museum can boast more about its facilities and setting than its collection. The entry through the escalators is luminous & colorful. View from the museum of the city and Sagami bay is also breathtaking. Should take a break in the cafe and enjoy.
4. Lake Tanuki
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By Yuvanart - Phuket Town, Thailand
The lake offers an amazing view of Fuji San. It's not crowded and easily to walk around the lake. There is a place for camping as well or you can rent a bicycle or just walk is relaxing.
5. Mount Omuro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 595 reviews
Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia
A mountain range formed 4,000 years ago by volcanic eruptions. The 580-metre high Mount Omuro is the largest mass of volcanic debris and the highest peak in the Eastern Izu region. From the top of the mountain, you can see the eruption of lava from the seven Izu Islands and the Tiancheng Lianshan Wonderland landscape. Mount Omuro is a natural monument in Japan. Every spring, they hold a fire-and-burn event to maintain its beautiful mountain features.
There is a chairlift to enable people to get better views from higher vantage points. A one-way trip takes about five minutes.
6. Hamamatsu Air Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 425 reviews
Reviewed By TheDoor_isopen - Tuggeranong, Australia
We visited here on Silver weekend so it was super busy. Entrance was free and the exhibits were very modern and well presented. It was done very professionally. There's a lot of fighters, historic aircraft, flight simulators and helicopters, a shop and a restaurant. The building itself is a fine example of modern architecture. You don't have to be an enthusiast to appreciate the exhibits. My only gripe was that we had to use a taxi to get there and back to our hotel as public transport is extremely difficult - the area is almost rural.
7. Kawazu Zakura (Kawazucho)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By Matan K
This sakura festival happens in February and thus is one of the earliest ones in central Japan. Visit here if you are in season.
8. Yume no Tsuribashi Suspension Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By BryanBaier - Nara, Japan
Deep blue water and trees heavy with pick sakura blossoms, or bright green leaves, or alight with the fire of autumn (depending on the time of year), and ricketiest bridge I've ever seen. The Yume no Tsuribashi rocks back and forth and bounces up and down by what felt to me like a foot or more. The walk way is narrow too, just 2 planks of wood. Don't let that scare you, it's a lot of fun and view is something special. Come and you'll understand why so many people are drawn here
9. Satta-toge Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By BACIXXX - TOKYO
Satta-toge is old Tokaido, located between Yui-syuku and Okitsu-syuku. It is very good view point, you can see Mt.Fuji, Suruga-gulf, Tomei-highway, Route #1 at once.
From Yui-syuku, you go west, and turn right for old Tokaido. You will arrive [Ichiriduka(Milestone of Tokaido)], that is entrance of Satta-toge. Road will be narrow and uphill, you go into loquats and watson pomelo farm. At the Satta-toge, you can see Mt. Fuji, Suruga-gulf, Tomei-highway, Route #1 much under eye.
There is parking and toilet at Satta-toge. After Satte-toge, you will go small road light side of toilet. That is old Tokaido, you can't find on google map.
After descending, there are Shirohige Shirine. You will arrive at Okitsu-syuku.
東海道由比宿から興津宿の間にある薩埵峠。本来江戸時代には、すんごくすんごく大変な道、すんごく大変な道、大変な道の3種類の峠道があったようですが、現在旧道が通っているのは普通の「大変な道」のみです。
由比宿からだと、東海道を西に進みます。左手に東名と国道１号を見ながら、崖を登っていきます。坂はどんどんきつくなり、両側はオレンジ色の枇杷と夏みかんの畑に。道幅は狭く、コンクリートの道は農家と思われる軽トラックが時折通る程度。ある程度登り切ったところで、左手は遥か眼下に駿河湾。振り返れば富士山が見えます。薩埵峠に駐車場とトイレがあり、これを超えると道幅は一人分。石と土の道となる。ここからは興津に向けて下り。Google Mapにも載っていない道を進みます。下りきった所に白鬚神社があり、ここから平地を進むと興津宿です。
10. Gempeigawa River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By snowy_and_sunny - Minnesota
The river is a peaceful walk along stepping stones. Bring binoculars, but I did not see any kingfishers on my visit. Maps are available at the tourist information area near the train station.
