{"id":5352,"date":"2026-09-30T15:36:45","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T06:36:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/?post_type=r-journal&#038;p=5352"},"modified":"2026-09-30T15:36:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T06:36:46","slug":"shizuoka-know-how-5","status":"publish","type":"r-journal","link":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/r-journal\/shizuoka-know-how-5\/","title":{"rendered":"A Delicious Journey Through Shizuoka! 17 Must-Visit Gourmet Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shizuoka is home to a wide variety of gourmet foods loved by locals. From specialty and local dishes using the delicacies of the mountains and sea, to cafes and souvenirs you will want to stop by during a drive, it is packed with gourmet foods that can only be tasted here. In this article, we carefully select and introduce exquisite gourmet spots in Shizuoka that you must visit during your sightseeing. Let&#8217;s fully enjoy delicious food and scenery to enrich your Shizuoka travel memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"classic-gourmet-spots-for-shizuoka-sightseeing\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Gourmet_Spots_for_Shizuoka_Sightseeing\"><\/span>Classic Gourmet Spots for Shizuoka Sightseeing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shizuoka has many attractive gourmet spots you will want to drop by between sightseeing. Dishes using fresh local ingredients and specialty gourmet foods served in unique styles fascinate visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hearty-and-filling-cafe-hamburger-ra-maru-minami-izu\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hearty_and_Filling_%E2%80%9CCafe_Hamburger_Ra-maru%E2%80%9D_Minami-Izu\"><\/span>Hearty and Filling! &#8220;Cafe &amp; Hamburger Ra-maru&#8221; (Minami-Izu)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-14.12.43-1024x612.webp\" alt=\"Cafe &amp; Hamburger Ra-maru\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The &#8220;Shimoda Burger,&#8221; known as a specialty of Minami-Izu, can be enjoyed at Cafe &amp; Hamburger Ra-maru in the roadside station &#8220;Kaikoku Shimoda Minato,&#8221; captivating many tourists with its volume and taste. Abundantly using fresh local ingredients and sandwiched between special buns, the patty is juicy and thick. Meat juices overflow with every bite, stimulating your appetite.<br>Furthermore, fresh vegetables and a special sauce are added as toppings, resulting in a visually beautiful dish. Burgers using seafood caught in the local sea are also particularly popular, making the enjoyment of seafood a major draw. The casual atmosphere inside is perfect for visiting with family or friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enjoying-tea-with-the-five-senses-cha-no-niwa-kakegawa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoying_Tea_with_the_Five_Senses_%E2%80%9CCha_no_Niwa%E2%80%9D_Kakegawa\"><\/span>Enjoying Tea with the Five Senses &#8220;Cha no Niwa&#8221; (Kakegawa)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-14.11.17.webp\" alt=\"Cha no Niwa\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Kakegawa City, &#8220;Cha no Niwa&#8221; (Tea Garden) is a spot where you can experience Shizuoka Prefecture&#8217;s rich tea culture. Here, you can enjoy the charm of tea by fully utilizing not only your sense of taste to drink it, but also your senses of sight, smell, touch, and hearing. The location, surrounded by beautiful tea fields, provides a healing space for visitors, with the aroma of tea drifting along with a pleasant breeze.<br>At &#8220;Cha no Niwa,&#8221; besides tasting tea using fresh local tea leaves, workshops on how to select and brew tea leaves are also held. Additionally, tea utensils and tea-related miscellaneous goods are sold, making them popular as souvenirs. When visiting Kakegawa, please be sure to fully enjoy the world of tea using your five senses at &#8220;Cha no Niwa.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"popular-hamburg-steak-sawayaka-shizuoka-city-etc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Hamburg_Steak_%E2%80%9CSawayaka%E2%80%9D_Shizuoka_City_etc\"><\/span>Popular Hamburg Steak &#8220;Sawayaka&#8221; (Shizuoka City, etc.)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/M1001112-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Sawayaka\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When visiting Shizuoka, &#8220;Sawayaka&#8221; is a must-visit. This restaurant is a Hamburg steak specialty store loved by locals, and its &#8220;Genkotsu Hamburg&#8221; (Fist Hamburg) is particularly famous. The Hamburg steak, tightly packed with the umami of meat, is savory on the outside and juicy on the inside, bringing you a feeling of happiness every time you eat it.<br>The appeal of &#8220;Sawayaka&#8221; is not limited to its Hamburg steak. The side menu is also extensive, pairing exceptionally well with french fries and salads. Moreover, because the Hamburg steak is grilled right in front of you, being able to enjoy your meal while taking in the aroma of freshly grilled meat is a delightful point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"suruga-no-ajidokoro-fujiya-shizuoka-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suruga_no_Ajidokoro_Fujiya_Shizuoka_City\"><\/span>Suruga no Ajidokoro Fujiya (Shizuoka City)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/DSC06839-1-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Ajidokoro Fujiya\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, &#8220;Suruga no Ajidokoro Fujiya&#8221; is a popular local Japanese restaurant where you can fully enjoy fresh seafood just landed at Shimizu Port. While retaining the atmosphere of a casual diner loved since the Showa era, it offers incredibly fresh sashimi and hearty seafood set meals at reasonable prices.<br>It is a perfect classic gourmet spot for those who want to savor Shizuoka&#8217;s rich seafood to their heart&#8217;s content at their own pace between sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shizuoka-brewing-hitoyado-taproom-shizuoka-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shizuoka_Brewing_Hitoyado_Taproom_Shizuoka_City\"><\/span>Shizuoka Brewing Hitoyado Taproom (Shizuoka City)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_5292-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Shizuoka Brewing Hitoyado Taproom\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Hitoyado-cho, a trending area in Shizuoka City, &#8220;Shizuoka Brewing Hitoyado Taproom&#8221; is a stylish taproom where you can enjoy fresh craft beer from Shizuoka. They offer a wide selection of fruity, easy-to-drink beers direct from the brewery, allowing you to spend a blissful time with snacks that pair well with beer.<br>It is a classic spot for adults, ideal for taking a break after strolling through the stylish streets or enjoying a quick drink before dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"exquisite-gourmet-spots-in-shizuoka\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exquisite_Gourmet_Spots_in_Shizuoka\"><\/span>Exquisite Gourmet Spots in Shizuoka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shizuoka has many exquisite gourmet foods that make the most of local ingredients. Please fully enjoy Shizuoka&#8217;s diverse gourmet foods, such as fresh dried fish, local gyoza, and long-established flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"savoring-local-flavors-ozawa-himono-ten-atami\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Savoring_Local_Flavors_%E2%80%9COzawa_Himono-ten%E2%80%9D_Atami\"><\/span>Savoring Local Flavors &#8220;Ozawa Himono-ten&#8221; (Atami)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/about_img0011.webp\" alt=\"Ozawa Himono-ten\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When visiting Atami, &#8220;Ozawa Himono-ten&#8221; (Ozawa Dried Fish Store) is a must-visit. They pride themselves on dried fish (himono) made from fresh fish, making it a popular spot loved by locals. Various types of dried fish are lined up in the store, and their savory aroma stimulates the appetite.<br>Highly recommended are the fatty dried horse mackerel and barracuda. You can taste them freshly grilled on the spot, enjoying a crispy exterior and a juicy texture inside. In addition to dried fish, they also offer a wide variety of deli items using fresh local seafood, allowing you to easily savor the taste of Shizuoka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"exquisite-unaju-suminobo-mishima\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exquisite_Unaju_%E2%80%9CSuminobo%E2%80%9D_Mishima\"><\/span>Exquisite Unaju &#8220;Suminobo&#8221; (Mishima)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-15.14.12.webp\" alt=\"Suminobo\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Mishima City, &#8220;Suminobo&#8221; is a popular eatery where you can fully enjoy eel (unagi), a Shizuoka specialty. The interior has a calm atmosphere, providing a cozy space loved by locals.<br>The Unaju (grilled eel over rice in a lacquered box) served here uses carefully selected fresh eel, with the plump meat and savory sauce intertwining exquisitely. It pairs perfectly with rice, wrapping you in happiness with every bite. The balance between the fatty parts of the eel and the refreshing parts is exquisite, making it a dish you&#8217;ll want to taste over and over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"savoring-local-gyoza-fukumitsu-hamamatsu\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Savoring_Local_Gyoza_%E2%80%9CFukumitsu%E2%80%9D_Hamamatsu\"><\/span>Savoring Local Gyoza &#8220;Fukumitsu&#8221; (Hamamatsu)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-15.15.17-1024x660.webp\" alt=\"Fukumitsu\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hamamatsu is known as a famous production area for gyoza. Among them, &#8220;Fukumitsu&#8221; is a popular gyoza restaurant loved by locals. They serve handmade gyoza, allowing you to enjoy a crispy outside and a juicy inside. In particular, the balance between meat and vegetables is exquisite, with the umami spreading every time you chew.<br>The appeal of &#8220;Fukumitsu&#8221; gyoza is that you can choose not only pan-fried gyoza but also boiled or deep-fried gyoza. When visiting Hamamatsu, please be sure to savor the local gyoza at &#8220;Fukumitsu&#8221; and enjoy the local flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"seafood-bowl-and-spectacular-view-ama-no-koya-kaijotei-ito\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seafood_Bowl_and_Spectacular_View_%E2%80%9CAma_no_Koya_Kaijotei%E2%80%9D_Ito\"><\/span>Seafood Bowl and Spectacular View &#8220;Ama no Koya Kaijotei&#8221; (Ito)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/images2021012610171571-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"Ama no Koya Kaijotei\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Ito City, &#8220;Ama no Koya Kaijotei&#8221; is a popular spot where you can enjoy seafood bowls lavishly using the bounty of the sea. Beautiful ocean scenery spreads out from inside the restaurant, and being able to enjoy the spectacular view while dining is one of its charms.<br>The seafood bowl using fresh seafood is visually vibrant and appetizing. It is generously topped with seasonal seafood and can be enjoyed with a deeply flavorful broth. After the meal, you can also spend a relaxing time gazing at the sea, making it perfect for healing sightseeing fatigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kuretake-so-hamamatsu\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kuretake-so_Hamamatsu\"><\/span>Kuretake-so (Hamamatsu)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-15.18.01.webp\" alt=\"Kuretake-so\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Kuretake-so&#8221; in Hamamatsu City is a long-established traditional Japanese restaurant (ryotei) loved locally since ancient times. You can savor refined Japanese cuisine where the artisan&#8217;s skill shines, such as beautiful kaiseki meals abundantly using local seasonal ingredients.<br>It is an exquisite gourmet spot in Hamamatsu highly recommended for those who want to forget the daily hustle and bustle and enjoy a special dining time in a calm space that evokes traditional Japanese charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shizuoka-cafes-and-landmarks-enjoyed-with-spectacular-views\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shizuoka_Cafes_and_Landmarks_Enjoyed_with_Spectacular_Views\"><\/span>Shizuoka Cafes and Landmarks Enjoyed with Spectacular Views<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shizuoka is dotted with cafes and spots set against beautiful nature. There are many places where you can spend a relaxing time while gazing at spectacular views of the sea and mountains, making them perfect to visit between sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"together-with-a-spectacular-view-zenkei-no-chanoma-shizuoka-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Together_with_a_Spectacular_View_%E2%80%9CZenkei_no_Chanoma%E2%80%9D_Shizuoka_City\"><\/span>Together with a Spectacular View &#8220;Zenkei no Chanoma&#8221; (Shizuoka City)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4563-1024x681.webp\" alt=\"Zenkei no Chanoma\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Shizuoka City, &#8220;Zenkei no Chanoma&#8221; (The Panoramic Tea Room) is a special cafe where you can taste tea while enjoying a spectacular view. From the cafe, you can sweepingly view the beautiful Mt. Fuji and Shizuoka&#8217;s nature, providing visitors with a moment of healing.<br>The menu features drinks using fresh local tea and sweets unique to Shizuoka. It is a perfect spot for those who want to relax between sightseeing or enjoy Shizuoka&#8217;s beautiful scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"healed-by-the-sweetness-of-strawberries-bonbonberry-atami\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Healed_by_the_Sweetness_of_Strawberries_%E2%80%9CBonBonBERRY%E2%80%9D_Atami\"><\/span>Healed by the Sweetness of Strawberries &#8220;BonBonBERRY&#8221; (Atami)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-15.21.03-1024x568.webp\" alt=\"BonBonBERRY\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;BonBonBERRY&#8221; in Atami is a cute cafe themed around strawberries. The interior is bright, offering a comfortable space filled with the scent of strawberries.<br>Highly recommended are the strawberry parfait and the strawberry shortcake. Generously topped with fresh strawberries, it is a visually beautiful dish. The balance of sweetness and acidity is exquisite, and the rich flavor of strawberries spreads as soon as you put it in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fluffy-pancakes-tamagoya-mishima\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fluffy_Pancakes_%E2%80%9CTAMAGOYA%E2%80%9D_Mishima\"><\/span>Fluffy Pancakes &#8220;TAMAGOYA&#8221; (Mishima)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2026-09-30-15.22.42.webp\" alt=\"TAMAGOYA\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Mishima City, &#8220;TAMAGOYA&#8221; is an egg specialty store using the Mishima brand &#8220;Hinode Tamago&#8221; (Sunrise Egg). You can enjoy fluffy pancakes, oyakodon (chicken and egg bowl), and omurice made with Hinode Tamago.<br>Particularly popular are the pancakes topped with plenty of cream and fruit. When you put it in your mouth, a fluffy, melting texture spreads, immersing you in a happy feeling as if you were on a cloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"la-palette-shizuoka-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LA_PALETTE_Shizuoka_City\"><\/span>LA PALETTE (Shizuoka City)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/250516_2-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"LA PALETTE\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Mochimune, Shizuoka City, &#8220;LA PALETTE&#8221; is a gelato specialty store that abundantly uses carefully selected local ingredients from Shizuoka. You can enjoy colorfully vibrant gelatos that change with the seasons, such as tea, mandarin oranges, and strawberries.<br>The time spent tasting cold gelato while feeling the pleasant sea breeze on the open terrace facing the ocean is the ultimate spectacular cafe experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shin-sai-cha-cocorade\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shin_Sai_Cha_Cocorade\"><\/span>Shin Sai Cha Cocorade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/DSC00694-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"kokorade\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Shin Sai Cha Cocorade&#8221; is a Japanese cafe that fully draws out the charm of tea. In the calmly atmospheric interior, you can enjoy carefully crafted Japanese and Western sweets designed to match tea, along with specialty Shizuoka tea.<br>It is a recommended spot where you can spend a relaxing cafe time between sightseeing while being healed by the rich aroma and deep flavor of the tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"house-of-mitsuba-azalea-fujinomiya-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"House_of_Mitsuba_Azalea_Fujinomiya_City\"><\/span>House of Mitsuba Azalea (Fujinomiya City)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/DSC09403.webp\" alt=\"Mitsuba Azalea\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The &#8220;House of Mitsuba Azalea&#8221; in Fujinomiya City is a spectacular spot open to the public only for a limited time in spring. Although not a gourmet spot, it is gaining popularity as a healing landmark you will want to drop by between sightseeing.<br>When the giant Mitsuba azaleas standing in the garden of a private residence reach full bloom, a vivid purplish-red color fills your entire field of vision, fascinating visitors. It is an essential place for spring sightseeing in Shizuoka, where you can refresh your mind while gazing at beautiful flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shizuoka-souvenir-spots\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shizuoka_Souvenir_Spots\"><\/span>Shizuoka Souvenir Spots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shizuoka has many attractive souvenirs that will color your travel memories. Please get your hands on cute-looking items or local souvenirs brimming with Shizuoka&#8217;s unique character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"popular-local-sweets-atami-pudding-atami\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Local_Sweets_%E2%80%9CAtami_Pudding%E2%80%9D_Atami\"><\/span>Popular Local Sweets &#8220;Atami Pudding&#8221; (Atami)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-vk-image-photoFrame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ryokan-book.com\/jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/27462201_m-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Atami Pudding\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When speaking of Atami&#8217;s specialty sweets, it is definitely &#8220;Atami Pudding.&#8221; Using fresh local eggs, this pudding is characterized by its rich and creamy taste, loved not only by tourists but also by locals.<br>Served in cute little bottles, it is extremely Instagrammable. It is also popular as a souvenir, and packaging for taking home is well-prepared. Seasonal flavors and toppings are sometimes available, making encountering a new taste every time you visit part of its charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summary\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How was it?<br>Through a delicious journey in Shizuoka, we introduced 17 gourmet spots and more full of local charm. Dishes lavishly using the delicacies of the mountains and sea, as well as cafes with spectacular views, are all worth tasting at least once.<br>Shizuoka&#8217;s gourmet foods and spectacular views are elements that further enhance the enjoyment of sightseeing. On your next trip, please be sure to visit these spots and enjoy them to your heart&#8217;s content. Your experiences in Shizuoka will surely make your travel memories even richer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shizuoka is home to a wide variety of gourmet foods loved by locals. From specialty and local dishes using the delicacies of the mountains and sea, to cafes and souvenirs you will want to stop by during a drive, it is packed with gourmet foods that can only be tasted here. In this article, we carefully select and introduce exquisite gourmet spots in Shizuoka that you must visit during your sightseeing. Let&#8217;s fully enjoy delicious food and scenery to enrich your Shizuoka travel memories. Classic Gourmet Spots for Shizuoka Sightseeing Shizuoka has many attractive gourmet spots you will want to drop by between sightseeing. Dishes using fresh local ingredients and specialty gourmet foods served in unique styles fascinate visitors. Hearty and Filling! &#8220;Cafe &amp; Hamburger Ra-maru&#8221; (Minami-Izu) The &#8220;Shimoda Burger,&#8221; known as a specialty of Minami-Izu, can be enjoyed at Cafe &amp; Hamburger Ra-maru in the roadside station &#8220;Kaikoku Shimoda Minato,&#8221; c<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":5353,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"blog_author_id":0},"area":[130],"r-journal-category":[142],"r-journal-tag":[],"class_list":["post-5352","r-journal","type-r-journal","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","area-shizuoka","r-journal-category-know-how"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/r-journal\/5352","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/r-journal"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/r-journal"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/23"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5353"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5352"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"area","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/area?post=5352"},{"taxonomy":"r-journal-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/r-journal-category?post=5352"},{"taxonomy":"r-journal-tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ryokan-book.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/r-journal-tag?post=5352"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}