Tourism Shizuoka Japan

Located one hour by bullet train from Tokyo, the prefecture of Shizuoka has welcomed a set of new ecotourism experiences focused on supporting the local communities and small independent producers of green tea, wasabi and soya beans.  Matcha calligraphy to reduce food waste The newly launched MatchaSho® experience is perfect for travellers keen to challenge […]

The prefecture of Shizuoka, one hour by bullet train from Tokyo, has welcomed a range of new culinary experiences, perfect for travellers planning a Japanese escape. Wasabi tasting course Producing more than half of all wasabi grown in Japan, Shizuoka is renowned as the birthplace of wasabi cultivation, a method dating back approx. 400 years and recognised […]

The prefecture of Shizuoka, one hour by bullet train from Tokyo, is set to welcome some new developments for 2023, including a new hiking experience, the reopening of Kakegawa Castle and cruises docking in the prefecture.  New hiking experience along the ancient Tokaido hiking route and beyond The new five-day ‘Fuji, Hakone, Izu National Park […]

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 break for […]

Just an hour from Tokyo by bullet train and home to the iconic Mount Fuji, it’s no wonder Shizuoka is gaining a growing reputation as an unforgettable cycling destination for riders of all levels.

Veganism’s growing influence in the tourism space and vegan experiences is a way to attract environmentally-conscious travellers.