🕓 2025/3/11
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About Shizuoka Prefecture
Shizuoka Prefecture is located in the Chubu region of Japan and is a charming area where rich nature, history, and culture harmonize beautifully. It boasts diverse tourist attractions including Mt. Fuji, registered as a World Heritage Site, Sunpu Castle Park (one of Japan’s three famous gardens), Kunouzan Toshogu Shrine, and Atami Onsen. Additionally, its mild climate and abundant blessings from both sea and mountains have fostered a well-developed food culture, with popular local specialties including Shizuoka oden, eel, sakura shrimp, and shirasu (whitebait).
In terms of tourism, the prefecture offers abundant seasonal scenery, including the beautiful coastline of the Izu Peninsula, SL train rides on the Oigawa Railway, and the stunning views of Lake Hamana. Also famous as a tea-producing region, visitors can savor authentic Shizuoka tea at the Makinohara Plateau and Kakegawa tea fields.
Here, we introduce three carefully selected luxury hotels that provide an exceptional stay when visiting Shizuoka Prefecture.
- Top 3 Japanese-Style Ryokan in Shizuoka Prefecture
- Katsuragi Kitanomaru
- Fuji Speedway Hotel
- ■ The Appeal of Fuji Speedway Hotel
- ■ Access Information for Fuji Speedway Hotel
Top 3 Japanese-Style Ryokan in Shizuoka Prefecture
Katsuragi Kitanomaru
Source: Katsuragi Kitanomaru Official Website
■The Appeal of Katsuragi Kitanomaru
“Katsuragi Kitanomaru,” located in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a distinctive accommodation that conveys the beauty of traditional Japan to the present day. Its unique appeal lies in traditional Japanese architecture, beautiful gardens that change with the seasons, and Yamaha’s signature music experience.
1. The Beauty of Traditional Japanese Architecture
“Katsuragi Kitanomaru” was reconstructed from old folk houses relocated from the Hokuriku region, featuring the dignified appearance of a samurai estate. Details such as the nagayamon (long house gate) in the style of Kakegawa’s castle town samurai residences and the Enshu tile roof speak to the traditional Japanese beauty infused in every element. The corridors within the facility are designed to showcase the garden scenery as it changes with each season, offering new discoveries with every step.
2. Gardens and Corridors Embracing the Four Seasons
The corridors within the facility are designed to showcase the garden scenery as it changes with each season, offering new discoveries with every step. The exquisite undulations of the garden grounds, the sparkle of waterscapes, and the flowers and trees all compete in beauty with the Japanese architecture in harmonious resonance. From the lobby and guest rooms as well as the outdoor corridors, guests can feel the changing seasons throughout their stay.
3. Yamaha’s Signature Music Experience
“Katsuragi Kitanomaru” features a lounge equipped with Yamaha’s premium audio equipment and pianos, providing a first-class music appreciation experience. Throughout the facility, art pieces and crafts are displayed, adding cultural depth to the space. These collections embody the founder’s passion for cultural communication.
4. Distinctive Grand Baths
There are three grand baths in total, each with its own distinctive design. These include the men’s exclusive “Yugura,” the women’s exclusive “Yudono,” and “Yuya” equipped with a mist sauna. Each visit brings a fresh bathing experience.
5. Seasonal Kaiseki Cuisine Featuring Local Ingredients
“Katsuragi Kitanomaru” serves seasonal kaiseki cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. The head chef carefully selects locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that let guests savor the flavors of each season. Original items such as the house dressing and curry are also among the unique offerings available only here.
■Access Information for Katsuragi Kitanomaru
- Official Website: https://www.yamaharesort.co.jp/katsuragi-kitanomaru/
- Access: Shuttle service available from JR Kakegawa Station South Exit to Katsuragi
- Address: 2505-2 Ukari, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture 437-0121
- Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkEYa89yMxW2RDDR9
Fuji Speedway Hotel
Source: Fuji Speedway Hotel Official Website
■ The Appeal of Fuji Speedway Hotel
“Fuji Speedway Hotel,” located in Oyama Town, Sunto District, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a one-of-a-kind accommodation where motorsport and luxury hospitality converge. As the first Japanese property under Hyatt’s “The Unbound Collection by Hyatt” brand, this hotel opened in October 2022, offering new experiences to motorsport fans and travelers alike.
1. The Fusion of Motorsport and Hospitality
The hotel is adjacent to “Fuji Speedway,” one of Japan’s premier circuits, and from the guest rooms, you can enjoy panoramic views of the final corner and home straight. This location allows guests to feel the thrill of racing up close while receiving premium service. Additionally, the “Fuji Motorsports Museum” is located within the premises, where visitors can learn about approximately 130 years of motorsport history through exhibitions of around 40 vehicles provided by 10 domestic and international automobile manufacturers.
2. Diverse Room and Villa Options
All 120 guest rooms offer at least 43 sqm of space, each with a balcony of 6 sqm or more. Views can be chosen between Mt. Fuji views with seasonal scenery and circuit views. Five villas in particular come with private garages, allowing guests to stay alongside their beloved cars.
3. Diverse Dining with Local Ingredients
The hotel houses four restaurants and bars, serving cuisine made with fresh Shizuoka-sourced ingredients. The Italian restaurant “TROFEO” features a menu using local ingredients such as Amera tomatoes, Kintaro salmon, and Gotemba Koshihikari rice. At the robata-yaki restaurant “Robata Oyama,” guests can savor Shizuoka beef and other items carefully grilled over charcoal.
4. Comprehensive Wellness Facilities
Adjacent to the hotel building, the wellness wing “Omika Wellness & Spa” features a hot spring bath with Mt. Fuji views, a spa, indoor pool, and gym. Spa treatments include the Shizuoka-inspired “Green Tea Pure Ritual” and treatments from the premium American spa brand “ISUN,” among a diverse menu of options.
The 24-hour gym also features a professional-grade driving simulator, where guests can choose from approximately 300 car models and experience racing around the Fuji Speedway circuit at speeds of up to 250 km/h.
■ Access Information for Fuji Speedway Hotel
- Official Website: https://www.hyatt.com/ja-JP/hotel/japan/fuji-speedway-hotel/fswub
- Access: Easily accessible by car from Suruga Oyama Station and Gotemba Station
- Address: 645 Omijin, Oyama Town, Sunto District, Shizuoka Prefecture 410-1308
- Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NuzhuA41R29gbejW7
Hotel Ambia Shofukaku
Source: Hotel Ambia Shofukaku Official Website
■ The Appeal of Hotel Ambia Shofukaku
“Hotel Ambia Shofukaku,” located in Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is an all-ocean-view onsen hotel perched on a hilltop overlooking Suruga Bay. Its appeal lies in magnificent views of Mt. Fuji and the sea, cuisine showcasing fresh local seafood, and well-equipped facilities and services.
1. A Location for Enjoying Magnificent Views
Hotel Ambia Shofukaku is situated on the Okuzure Coast at approximately 80 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views of Mt. Fuji and the Izu Peninsula across Suruga Bay from all guest rooms, the lobby, restaurant, and open-air bath. The view from the observation open-air bath at 90 meters above sea level is particularly breathtaking, with scenery that changes throughout the day, from sunrise to fishing boat lights and starry skies.
2. Cuisine Showcasing Fresh Local Seafood
The hotel takes pride in its cuisine centered on fresh seafood delivered from Yaizu Port and other prominent ports in the prefecture. In particular, the “daimyo-zukuri” tuna platter is renowned as a signature dish. Additionally, the creative Chinese restaurant offers diverse culinary experiences.
3. Well-Equipped Facilities and Services
The hotel features relaxation facilities including observation open-air baths, grand baths, saunas, and an outdoor pool. Throughout the hotel — from all guest rooms to the lobby and restaurant — guests can enjoy the magnificent views.
“Hotel Ambia Shofukaku” is an accommodation that offers visitors a special experience through magnificent nature, fresh ingredients, and well-equipped facilities and services. Guests can refresh both body and mind in an extraordinary setting.
4. Diverse Room Types
All 114 guest rooms offer a variety of types including Japanese-style, Western-style, and special rooms. Japanese rooms are a spacious 12.5 tatami mats, offering a relaxed and comfortable space. Western rooms are primarily twin rooms, with some also available for triple use. Suite rooms including special Japanese and Western rooms are also available to accommodate guests seeking an exceptional stay.
■ Access Information for Hotel Ambia Shofukaku
- Official Website: https://www.syofukaku.com/
- Access: Taxi from JR Shizuoka Station or Yaizu Station
- Address: 1541 Hamatome, Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture 425-0012
- Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mqDS7w1tMG8hjsoq8