The prefecture of Shizuoka, home to the iconic Mount Fuji and located just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, boasts an array of impressive tourism landmarks by famous Japanese architects, perfect for travellers with a keen interest in design. Below Tourism Shizuoka Japan highlights some of the best works from ryokans and restaurants to museums and lookout spots for a design-led travel...
To mark the recent launch of the ‘Bullet Train’ film, and as one of its spectacular locations, Tourism Shizuoka Japan shares its tips on must-do experiences for travellers looking to discover the prefecture in less of a hurry than Brad Pitt does on screen.
Hike on Japan’s tallest mountain Shizuoka is home to one of Japan´s most beloved icons, Mt. Fuji, and allowing time to...
The prefecture of Shizuoka, located just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, is welcoming an exciting range of new accommodation options in 2022. From beer-themed accommodation and 100-year-old luxury villas to picturesque glamping sites at the foot of Mount Fuji, the new launches coincide with the welcome news that Japan has opened its borders to international tourism once again. Below are...
Home to Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula (a UNESCO Global Geopark) the prefecture of Shizuoka, which is just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, offers a range of onsen and hot springs in which travellers can relax and revitalise in the traditional Japanese way. To help travellers find the perfect onsen holiday for them, Tourism Shizuoka Japan has rounded up some of the best areas in...
