Model Itineraries in Shizuoka

Enjoy a full day in Yoshida Town, Japan's shirasu (whitebait) capital, centered around the 36th Yoshida Town Harbor Festival & Fireworks Display on August 23rd, 2026. Spend the morning relaxing in the spacious Yoshida Park surrounded by greenery and flowers, then savor the famous shirasu rice bowls at the Yoshida Port direct market in the afternoon. In the evening, stroll along Kawajiri Beach, then move to the Yoshida Port area to secure your spot while enjoying dinner. As night falls, watch about 2,000 fireworks light up the sky from the harbor. A perfect one-day plan that lets you enjoy park activities, local shirasu cuisine, and a harbor town fireworks show.

A full-day course centered on the 'Mt. Fuji Sacred Fire Festival' (held August 1, 2026), featuring Fujisan Sengen Taisha Main Shrine (富士山本宮浅間大社), the head shrine of Mt. Fuji worship. In the daytime, cool off at Wakutama Pond in Sengen Shrine, learn about Mt. Fuji's geology at the adjacent Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center, and savor the famous Fujinomiya yakisoba at Miya Yokocho. After an evening stroll through the shopping district, experience the spectacular festival in the downtown area at night centered around the sacred fire. The sight of the sacred fire lit on Mt. Fuji parading through the streets is a summer festival of unmatched scale. Experience a full day uniquely Fujinomiya—daytime exploration of the Mt. Fuji faith town and nighttime fervor of the flame festival.

Held on Monday, August 10, 2026, this course celebrates the 80th milestone of the Anjin Festival Sea Fireworks Display by enjoying the hot spring town of Ito in Izu for a full day. At midday, enjoy a free foot bath and lunch at Michi-no-Eki Ito Marine Town (道の駅伊東マリンタウン) right beside Ito Port. In the afternoon, visit Tokaikan (東海館), a historic building. After strolling through the willow-lined Matsugawa Promenade (松川遊歩道), feel the seaside breeze at Orange Beach (オレンジビーチ). Return to the Ito Port area in the evening, enjoy dinner from food stalls while securing a viewing spot, and as dusk falls, gaze up at approximately 20,000 spectacular fireworks from the waterfront. The definitive summer Ito plan—enjoying both the charm of a hot spring town and a magnificent seaside fireworks display.

A full-day course centered around the Lake Sanaruko Fireworks Festival held on August 1, 2026 (Saturday), enjoying the Lake Sanaruko area in Naka Ward, Hamamatsu. At noon, enjoy animal interaction at Hama Zoo on the lakeside. In the afternoon, visit Goshasha and Suwa Shrine. In the evening, stroll along the promenade on the west bank of Lake Sanaruko, the fireworks venue, and after dinner, approximately 1,000 fireworks illuminate the lake's night sky. A greedy plan to enjoy both zoo-hopping and lakeside fireworks, unique to Hamamatsu's summer day.

A one-day course to enjoy Fujieda city, centered around the 46th Fujieda Fireworks Festival to be held on Friday, August 7, 2026, with Rengeji-ike Park (蓮華寺池公園) as the main venue. In the afternoon, enjoy playground and boating activities at "Hill of Happy Fruits" (幸せ果実の丘) within the park, then visit the municipal museum that tells the history of Fujieda. In the evening, stroll and eat along the historic Fujieda-shuku (藤枝宿) street of the former Tokaido route, then return to Rengeji-ike Park to secure a viewing spot and have dinner. As the sun sets, watch approximately 5,000 fireworks from the pond's edge. A greedy one-day plan to enjoy park play, historical walks, and the summer night sky.

Centered on the 49th Yumigahama Fireworks Festival held on August 8, 2026 (Saturday), this course lets you enjoy South Izu town, at the southernmost tip of the Izu Peninsula, surrounded by cliffs and sea, all in one day. At noon, from Irozaki Cape at the tip of the Izu Peninsula, gaze at the grand Pacific Ocean; in the afternoon, stroll through Shimokaitori Hot Spring Town enjoying foot bath tours to experience local history. After feeling the sea breeze at Yumigahama Beach's white sand beach, secure a spot near the venue while dining. After sunset, watch approximately 900 fireworks rising from the beautiful bow-shaped beach. A definitive summer plan for South Izu where you can greedily enjoy both cliff scenery, hot springs, and beach fireworks.

This one-day course stars Nagahama Beach in Shimotaga, Atami City, open from Saturday, July 11 to Sunday, August 30, 2026, and takes you around the hot-spring town of Atami. In the morning, first visit Kinomiya Shrine, known for a great camphor tree said to be 2,000 years old, and stroll the precincts popular as a power spot. Next, move to Atami Nakamise Shopping Street in front of Atami Station and finish lunch while snacking on dried fish, Atami pudding and more. Once you have eaten, it is finally time for Nagahama Beach. On a sandy shore facing the Sagami Sea, you can spend the time until evening to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. The appeal of this course is enjoying both a walk through the hot-spring district and sea bathing in Atami, which is easy to reach from central Tokyo by Shinkansen. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for Atami in summer?

This one-day course stars Kotoi Beach in Izu City, Shizuoka, open from Saturday, July 18 to Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with swimming hours from 9:00 to 16:00, and takes you around Toi, a hot-spring town on the west coast of the Izu Peninsula. In the morning, first head to Toi Gold Mine, which once boasted one of Japan's largest outputs. Through touring the mine tunnels and trying gold panning, you can touch the history of Izu's gold mines. Next, move to Cape Koibito, a scenic spot with superb views of Mt. Fuji across Suruga Bay, and finish lunch while enjoying the view from the observation deck. After the scenic spots and the historical walk, it is finally time for Kotoi Beach. On a calm sandy shore facing Suruga Bay, you can spend the time until closing at 16:00 to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. The appeal of this course is enjoying the atmosphere unique to Toi Onsen and summer sea bathing all at once. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for Toi in summer?

This one-day course stars Tago Sehama Beach in Nishiizu Town, Shizuoka, open from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026, and takes you along the West Izu coastline known for its sunsets. In the morning, first stroll through Koganezaki Park, famous for its crystal-clear sea and rock formations that shine golden, and enjoy the superb views from the walking paths. Next, stop at the adjoining Koganezaki Crystal Park and finish lunch while cooling off at the glass museum, souvenir shop and cafe. After touring the scenic spots, it is finally time for Tago Sehama Beach. On the sandy shore of a calm cove, you can spend the time until evening to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. It is a day perfect for families, letting you enjoy the beautiful sea and rock formations unique to West Izu all at once. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for West Izu in summer?

This one-day course stars Kumomi Beach in Matsuzaki Town, Shizuoka, open from Saturday, July 25 to Sunday, August 16, 2026, with swimming hours from 9:00 to 16:00, and takes you around the coastal beauty of West Izu. In the morning, first visit Kumomi Sengen Shrine (雲見浅間神社), enshrined on a rise overlooking the village of Kumomi, and enjoy the view of Suruga Bay spreading out from the precincts and Ushitsuki-iwa (牛着岩) floating offshore. Next, stop at the Ishibu rice terraces in Matsuzaki Town and take a breather while gazing at the beautiful terraced fields facing the sea. After touring the scenic spots, head to Kumomi Beach from midday. On the sandy shore of a calm cove facing Suruga Bay, you can spend the time until closing at 16:00 to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. In this area, also known as a spot for sunsets unique to West Izu, it is a day where you can enjoy both the sea and the scenery at once. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for West Izu in summer?

This one-day course stars Koura Beach in Minami-Izu Town, Shizuoka, open from Monday, July 27 to Sunday, August 16, 2026, and lets you enjoy the nature of the southernmost area of the Izu Peninsula to the fullest. In the morning, first head to Hagachizaki-en (波勝崎苑), a wild monkey paradise reached by crossing the cape on a free monorail. From a cape said to be home to several hundred Japanese macaques, take in the superb view of the Pacific. Next, move to Irozaki (石廊崎), the cape at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula, and enjoy the magnificent view from the cliffs where a white lighthouse stands. After touring the scenic spots, it is finally time for Koura Beach. On a quiet sandy shore cradled by a cove, you can spend the time until evening to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. It is a day where you can forget the bustle of the city, relax, and enjoy both the nature and the sea that only the southern tip of Minami-Izu offers. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for Minami-Izu in summer?

This one-day course stars Usami Beach in Ito City, Shizuoka, open from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026, and takes you around Ito, one of the Izu Peninsula's leading hot-spring towns. In the morning, first tour Tokaikan (東海館), a wooden inn building that retains the atmosphere of the Taisho to early Showa periods, and savor its retro character. Next, move to Ito Marine Town (伊東マリンタウン), a roadside station along the coast, and finish lunch while enjoying fresh seafood and a footbath. Once you have eaten, it is finally time for Usami Beach. On a sandy shore where the shallow, calm sea spreads out, you can spend the time until evening to the fullest, from playing in the water at the surf line to playing in the sand. The appeal of this course is enjoying the atmosphere unique to Ito Onsen and summer sea bathing all at once. It is reassuring to check the latest information on fees and facility details in advance. Why not bring a swimsuit and a towel and set out for Ito in summer?

This one-day course stars Marine Park Omaezaki Aqua Land (マリンパーク御前崎 アクアランド), a floating water athletic park appearing at Marine Park Omaezaki Beach in Omaezaki City, Shizuoka, from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026. Swimming hours run from 9:00 to 17:00, and lifeguards are stationed on weekends and holidays as well as during the Obon period from August 8 to 16. In the morning, first stop at Omaezaki Lighthouse (御前埼灯台) overlooking the Enshu Sea, beginning the day with the white lighthouse and views of the Pacific. Next, visit Nabura Market, lined with local seafood, and finish lunch while browsing fresh fish and regional specialties. Once you have eaten, move on to Marine Park Omaezaki Beach and enter the water athletic park floating offshore. Climb and bounce across floating bridges, trampolines and slides, moving your body to the fullest until evening. Prices and facility details may change, so it is reassuring to check the official website for the latest information before your visit. Why not enjoy active water play that is a little different from ordinary sea bathing, with the whole family in Omaezaki overlooking the Enshu Sea?

A one-day course starring Yumigahama Splash Water Park, the water obstacle course that appears for a limited period from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Yumigahama Swimming Beach in Minami-Izu Town, Kamo District, Shizuoka. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last reception 3:30 p.m., subject to change in peak season). In the morning, first head to Irozaki, the cape at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula, and begin the day with grand Pacific views from the lighthouse. Next, stop at Ebisujima, a beauty spot in Minami-Izu Town, and stroll the small island floating in clear water. Once you have taken in the clear sea and cape scenery so typical of the Izu Peninsula, it is finally time to enter Yumigahama Splash Water Park from midday. Clamber over and bounce across the colorful floats, trampolines and slides out beyond the pure white sands of Yumigahama, moving your body freely until closing at 4:00 p.m. Fees and equipment details are subject to change, so it is reassuring to check the official website for the latest information before you visit. Why not enjoy active water play, quite different from ordinary sea bathing, as a family in the beautiful sea of southern Izu?

A one-day course starring Atami Sun Beach Water Park, which appears on the water off the eastern side of Atami Sun Beach from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. In the morning, pay your respects at Kinomiya Shrine and feel the power of the great camphor tree, then enjoy the view of Sagami Bay from the observation deck of Atami Castle. For lunch, taste local specialties on Nakamise-dori in front of Atami Station, and in the afternoon it is finally time for the water obstacle course out at sea. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (reception until 3:15 p.m.), operating on a changeover basis in one-hour slots. Sliding and bouncing on the large floating equipment is a special stretch of time that turns the sea of Atami into one big playground. Keep moving until evening and make the most of summer in Atami. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course to enjoy Izu no Kuni City centered on the Izu Nagaoka Hot Spring Fireworks Festival Kamo River Matsuri held on August 3, 2026 (Monday). Take the Katsuragi Mountain ropeway in the morning to enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji and Izu's landscape from the summit. In the afternoon, experience history at the UNESCO World Heritage Nirayama Reverberatory Furnace. Explore Izu Nagaoka Hot Spring Town while visiting free foot baths, and stop by Hirugashojima, a historic site associated with Minamoto no Yoritomo. In the evening, move to the Kamo River's riverbank to secure your viewing spot while enjoying dinner. As night falls, watch fireworks light up the river. A perfect plan to enjoy stunning vistas, historical sites, hot spring town charm, and fireworks all in one day.

With the Sagara Sea Fireworks Festival on September 5, 2026 (Saturday) as the main attraction, enjoy Makinohara City surrounded by tea fields and sea for a full day. At noon, take in the vast tea fields from the observation deck at Makinohara Park, and in the afternoon, learn about the region's history at the Sagara Castle Ruins and Sagara Historical Museum. After feeling the sea breeze at Shizuwa Beach, enjoy a footbath at the Sagara Kogo Onsen Hall. In the evening, move to the area around Sagara Port to have dinner while securing your viewing spot, and watch approximately 1,173 fireworks from the seaside. A perfect early autumn full-day plan where you can indulge in both the spectacular tea field views and seaside fireworks.

A one-day course to enjoy Iwata, the hometown of Jubilo Iwata football club, centered around the Iwata Summer Festival Fireworks taking place on August 22nd, 2026 (Saturday). In the daytime, enjoy shopping and lunch at the station-front shopping mall; in the afternoon, visit the historic Fu-Hachimangu Shrine, and experience interactive exhibits at the Fragrance Museum. In the evening, enjoy street food while walking through Nakaizumi Shopping Street, then move to the venue area near Imanosura to secure a viewing spot while having dinner. When darkness falls, look up at the fireworks lighting up the night sky enveloped in the festival's warmth. A wonderful Iwata summer plan that lets you enjoy shopping, historical walks, and fireworks all in one day.

This course lets you enjoy Moricho, called the "Little Kyoto of Enshu," with the Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Moricho Yonzayaki Fireworks Festival (held August 15, 2026) as the centerpiece. In the morning, pay your respects at Oguni Shrine (小國神社), known as the deity of good relationships, and enjoy a garden walk. In the afternoon, visit Kōshōji Temple (香勝寺), cherished as a hydrangea temple, and in the evening, walk and eat your way through Moricho Shukuba Street (森町宿場通り), which retains traces of its post-town character. As the sun sets, move to the Ota River (太田川) riverbed venue, enjoy dinner while securing your spot, and watch approximately 3,000 fireworks from the riverside. A plan that lets you leisurely enjoy lush temples, shrines, and riverside fireworks—perfectly suited as a fitting finale to your summer.

A full-day course centered around the Usami Summer Festival Offshore Fireworks held on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Usami Coast in Ito City, enjoying Ito's nature and hot spring town. At lunch, stroll around Lake Ippeki (一碧湖), which holds mystical lake water, and then at Ito Marine Town, enjoy searching for souvenirs while gazing at the sea and taking a break. In the afternoon, leisurely walk through Ito hot spring town to experience the hot spring atmosphere. In the evening, secure a fireworks viewing spot around Usami Coast while having dinner. At 8 PM, approximately 1,000 fireworks light up the night sky of Sagami Bay from Usami Coast. A characteristic Ito City day where you can enjoy Izu's nature, hot springs, and offshore fireworks.

A full-day course to enjoy Mikkaabi Town in Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, known as a major orange-growing region, centered around the Reiwa 8th Fiscal Year Mikkaabi Fireworks Festival held on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Have lunch in town during the day and visit an ancient temple known for its beautiful garden. In the afternoon, enjoy spectacular views from an observation deck that overlooks both Inose Lake and Lake Hamanako. In the evening, arrange dinner at the lakeside, and at night, look up at approximately 2,000 fireworks that light up the night sky above Inose Lake. This is a summer day in Mikkaabi, surrounded by a lake and mountains.

A full-day course to enjoy Izu-no-Kuni City (伊豆の国市), the gateway to Izu, centered around the Kinyanne Daini Summer Festival held on Saturday, August 1, 2026. In the daytime, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Nira-yama Reverberatory Furnace (韮山反射炉), take a walk through Hebi-ga-kojima Park (蛭ヶ小島公園) associated with Minamoto no Yoritomo. In the afternoon, take the ropeway at Izu Panorama Park (伊豆パノラマパーク) to the summit for a view of Mt. Fuji and beyond, and enjoy Izu's nature at Siroyama Park (城山公園). In the evening, secure a viewing location along the Kano River (狩野川) while enjoying dinner. At 7:45 PM, fireworks light up the night sky above the Kano River, creating a special moment to finish the summer night with the gentle sound of the river.

Centered on the Omaezaki Harbor Summer Festival held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, this course lets you enjoy Omaezaki City, Shizuoka Prefecture, for a full day. At midday, visit the iconic white Omaezaki Lighthouse with its panoramic Pacific Ocean views, and at Nabura Market, taste fresh seafood while selecting souvenirs. After a swim at Omaezaki Beach in the afternoon, return to Marine Park Omaezaki in the evening for an early dinner while cooling off. As dusk falls, approximately 3,000 fireworks light up the night sky overlooking the Pacific. A truly Omaezaki experience, packed with the lighthouse's stunning views, ocean swimming, and summer fireworks along the Enshu-nada coast.

Featuring the 39th Oi River Great Fireworks Festival held on August 1, 2026, this course takes a full day to enjoy Shimada City, a post-town that has walked with the Oi River. At noon, pay respects at Oi Shrine. In the afternoon, touch the history of river crossings in the Edo period at the Shimada Shuku Oi River Crossing Ruins. Cross the Horai Bridge, the world's longest wooden pedestrian bridge, and gaze at the magnificent flow of the Oi River. Enjoy the atmosphere of SL trains at Shin-Kanaya Station of the Oi River Railway. In the evening, move to the Oi River riverbank, have dinner while waiting for fireworks, and approximately 10,000 fireworks will color the night sky from 7 PM to 9 PM. A perfect plan for families to enjoy both historical exploration and powerful fireworks.