Shizuoka's Best Ryokans: 3 Must-Stay Inns with Authentic Japanese Rooms

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Mar 26, 2025 10:08:30 AM

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　Table of Contents

    1. Katsuragi Kitanomaru
    2. Fuji Speedway Hotel
    3. Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku


About Shizuoka Prefecture

Shizuoka Prefecture, located in the Chubu region of Japan, is a captivating area where rich nature, history, and culture harmonize. It boasts a variety of tourist attractions, including Mount Fuji, a World Heritage Site, Sumpu Castle Park, one of Japan's three great gardens, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, and Atami Onsen (hot springs).

Furthermore, its food culture has flourished, taking advantage of the mild climate and the blessings of the sea and mountains. Popular local delicacies include Shizuoka oden, eel (unagi), sakura shrimp, and whitebait (shirasu), which cannot be tasted anywhere else.

In terms of tourism, there are numerous spots where you can enjoy the scenery of all four seasons, such as the beautiful coastline of the Izu Peninsula, the steam locomotive of the Oigawa Railway, and the stunning views of Lake Hamana. It is also famous as a major tea-producing region, and you can savor authentic Shizuoka tea at the tea fields of Makinohara Plateau and Kakegawa.

When visiting such a Shizuoka Prefecture, we would like to introduce below our selection of three carefully chosen luxury hotels that offer a special stay.


 

Top 3 Carefully Selected Japanese-Style Ryokans in Shizuoka Prefecture

1. Katsuragi Kitanomaru 

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 ■ The Charm of "Katsuragi Kitanomaru"

Located in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture, "Katsuragi Kitanomaru" is a special accommodation that conveys the beauty of old Japan to the modern era. Its unique charm lies in its traditional Japanese architecture, beautiful gardens that change with the seasons, and musical experiences unique to Yamaha. ​

　1. The Beauty of Traditional Japanese Architecture

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"Katsuragi Kitanomaru" has been reconstructed from an old folk house relocated from the Hokuriku region, giving it a stately appearance reminiscent of a samurai residence. Japanese traditional beauty lives in every detail, such as the nagayamon (longhouse gate) in the style of a samurai residence from Kakegawa's castle town and the roof using Enshu tiles. The corridors inside the building are designed to allow guests to enjoy the changing scenery of the gardens with each season, offering new discoveries with every step.

 

　2. Gardens and Corridors Where You Can Feel the Four Seasons

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The corridors inside the building are designed to allow guests to enjoy the changing scenery of the gardens with each season, offering new discoveries with every step. The exquisite undulations and shimmering waters of the gardens, along with the flowers and trees, compete in beauty as if echoing the Japanese architecture. You can feel the transition of the seasons not only from the lobby and guest rooms but also while walking along the outdoor corridors.

 

　3. Musical Experiences Unique to Yamaha

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At "Katsuragi Kitanomaru," there is a lounge equipped with high-quality audio equipment and a piano from Yamaha, offering a first-class music appreciation experience. Furthermore, art works and crafts are placed throughout the building, creating a sense of cultural depth. These collections embody the founder's desire to promote culture. 

 

　4. Unique Communal Baths

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There are a total of three communal baths, each with a unique design. There is "Yukura" for men only, "Yudono" for women only, and "Yuya" equipped with a mist sauna, allowing guests to enjoy bathing with a fresh feeling each time they visit.

 

　5. Seasonal Kaiseki Cuisine Emphasizing Local Production for Local Consumption

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"Katsuragi Kitanomaru" offers seasonal kaiseki cuisine that utilizes fresh local ingredients. You can enjoy the seasonal flavors using carefully selected local ingredients by the chef. Additionally, special menus unique to this place, such as original dressings and curry, are also part of its appeal. 

 

 ■ Access Information for "Katsuragi Kitanomaru"

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2. Fuji Speedway Hotel 

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 ■ The Charm of "Fuji Speedway Hotel"

Located in Oyama Town, Suntō District, Shizuoka Prefecture, "Fuji Speedway Hotel" is a unique accommodation that blends motorsports with luxurious hospitality. As the first brand deployment in Japan for Hyatt's "Unbound Collection by Hyatt," this hotel opened in October 2022 and offers new experiences to motorsports enthusiasts and travelers.

　1. The Fusion of Motorsports and Hospitality

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The hotel is adjacent to "Fuji Speedway," one of Japan's leading racing circuits, and guest rooms offer a panoramic view of the circuit's final corner and home straight. This location allows guests to experience the thrill of racing up close while enjoying high-quality service. Furthermore, the "Fuji Motorsports Museum" is located within the hotel, where you can learn about approximately 130 years of motorsports history through an exhibition of about 40 vehicles provided by 10 domestic and international automobile manufacturers.

 

　2. A Variety of Guest Rooms and Villa Options

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All 120 guest rooms are 43 square meters or larger and have balconies of 6 square meters or more. Guests can choose from views of Mount Fuji, where they can enjoy the seasonal scenery, or views of the racing circuit. In particular, the five villas are equipped with private garages, allowing guests to enjoy their stay with their beloved cars.

 

　3. Diverse Dining Options Featuring Local Ingredients

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The hotel has four restaurants and bars serving dishes made with fresh ingredients from Shizuoka Prefecture. At the Italian restaurant "TROFEO," you can enjoy menus featuring local ingredients such as Ameera tomatoes, Kintaro salmon, and Gotemba Koshihikari rice. At the robatayaki restaurant "Robata Oyama," you can savor dishes such as Shizuoka beef carefully grilled over charcoal.

 

　4. Comprehensive Wellness Facilities

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The wellness building "Omika Wellness & Spa," adjacent to the hotel building, is fully equipped with a hot spring bath with views of Mount Fuji, a spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. The spa treatments offer a variety of menus, including the "Green Tea Purity Ritual" incorporating Shizuoka's unique essence, and treatments from the American luxury spa brand "ISUN."

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 In addition, the 24-hour gym is equipped with a professional-grade, full-fledged driving simulator, allowing guests to choose from approximately 300 car models and experience driving the Fuji Speedway circuit course at 250 km/h.

 

 ■ Access Information for "Fuji Speedway Hotel"

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3. Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku 

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 ■ The Charm of "Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku"

Located in Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, "Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku" is an onsen (hot spring) ryokan situated on a hill overlooking Suruga Bay, with all rooms offering ocean views. Its charm lies in the magnificent views of Mount Fuji and the sea, cuisine featuring fresh local seafood, and comprehensive facilities and services.

　1. A Location Where You Can Enjoy Magnificent Views

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Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku is located on the Oburake Coast, approximately 80 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula across Suruga Bay from all guest rooms, the lobby, the restaurant, and the open-air baths. In particular, the view from the observation open-air bath, 90 meters above sea level, is spectacular, allowing guests to enjoy the changing scenery depending on the time of day, such as the sunrise, the lights of fishing boats at night, and the starry sky.

 

　2. Cuisine Featuring Fresh Local Seafood

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The hotel prides itself on its cuisine, which mainly features fresh seafood delivered from Yaizu Port and other leading ports within the prefecture. In particular, the "Maguro no Daimyo-zukuri" (a grand tuna platter) is known as a specialty dish. It also offers a variety of dining experiences, including a creative Chinese restaurant.

 

　3. Comprehensive Facilities and Services

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The hotel is equipped with a range of relaxation facilities, including observation open-air baths, large public baths, a sauna, and an outdoor pool. Additionally, guests can enjoy the rich scenery from anywhere in the hotel, including all guest rooms, the lobby, and the restaurant. "Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku" offers a special time to all visitors with its magnificent nature, fresh ingredients, and comprehensive facilities and services. Guests can enjoy a stay where they can refresh both their mind and body in an extraordinary setting.

 

　4. A Variety of Guest Room Types

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All 114 guest rooms come in a variety of types, including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and special rooms. The Japanese-style rooms are 12.5 tatami mats in size, offering a spacious area to relax. The Western-style rooms are mainly twin rooms, with some also available for triple occupancy. Suite rooms such as special Japanese-style rooms and special Western-style rooms are also available, catering to guests who desire a special stay. ​

 

 ■ Access Information for "Hotel Ambia Matsukaze-kaku"

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