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Shizuoka prefecture is famous for Japan's most beautiful Mt. Fuji. There are also attractive gourmet foods such as Hamamatsu gyoza, delicious Fujinomiya yakisoba that won the B-1 Grand Prix two years in a row, and Shizuoka oden, and we recommend eating delicious food while enjoying the magnificent n...

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Recommended sightseeing spots in Shizuoka

Shizuoka Prefecture is famous for Mt. Fuji, the most beautiful mountain in Japan. There are also attractive gourmet foods such as Hamamatsu gyoza, delicious Fujinomiya yakisoba that won the B-1 Grand Prix two years in a row, and Shizuoka oden, and we recommend eating delicious food while enjoying the magnificent nature.

In this article, we will introduce recommended sightseeing spots in Shizuoka Prefecture that you should visit and recommended rental cars that can be rented in the area.

Omuroyama

"Omuroyama" is a volcano with an altitude of 580m. is a scoria cone created by an eruption about 4,000 years ago, and its distinctive shape is that it has a gap in the middle.

The exhilarating lift takes you to the top of the mountain, so you can enjoy the feeling of walking in the air. The 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Fuji at the top of the mountain is a popular tourist spot.

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Hamamatsu Castle

"Hamamatsu Castle" is a castle built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, also known as "Shusse Castle." It came to be called Shusse Castle because many people held important positions in the shogunate while living there.

Rebuilt in 1958, the reconstructed castle tower can be visited inside. You can also see exhibits related to Hamamatsu Castle. This is a recommended spot where you can learn about history and get a panoramic view of Hamamatsu city.

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Mishima Skywalk

"Mishima Skywalk" is a large suspension bridge located in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The height difference from the ground is about 70m at the highest point, and the total length is 400m, making it known as the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan.

From the bridge, you can see panoramic views of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay. It is a sightseeing spot that you can enjoy as many times as you like, as the scenery you can see changes depending on the time of day and season.

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Fuji Safari Park

Fuji Safari Park is a zoo that is home to 900 animals of approximately 70 different species and is visited by many people every year.

At the Safari Zone in the park, you can watch lions, elephants, giraffes, and other animals living freely at your own pace while riding in your own car or sightseeing bus. Even adults can enjoy it.

In addition, on the ``Walking Safari,'' you can freely take a walk through nature, including seasonal flowers and wild birds, and see animals from the course along the fence outside the safari zone.

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Atami Sun Beach

"Atami Sun Beach" is a beach located in the center of Atami, and is called "Atami Blue" because of the deep blue sea.

At night, the beach is lit up and you can enjoy the atmosphere of an overseas resort. The Atami Maritime Fireworks Festival, which started in 1952, is held more than 10 times a year! It is a popular tourist spot that you can enjoy anytime, not just in the summer.

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