Things to Do in Fuji (富士市), Shizuoka: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Fuji (富士市) in Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site, Hōju Ji (1.9 km), Zuirin Ji (3.4 km) and served by Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) via the regional hub at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen). Set at 9 m elevation (35.1613°N, 138.6763°E), Fuji offers travelers a base for sampling regional Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha), Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel), Fujinomiya yakisoba cuisine and exploring neighboring Fujinomiya (富士宮市) (8.4 km), Nagaizumi (長泉町) (17.7 km), Numazu (沼津市) (18.5 km), Susono (裾野市) (21 km).

Fuji is the third largest city in terms of population in Shizuoka Prefecture, trailing Hamamatsu and Shizuoka. Located on the banks of the Fuji River, most of the city of Fuji enjoys good views of Mount Fuji, part of whose summit is within the city borders. The city is bordered to the south by Suruga Bay on the Pacific Ocean. In the Edo period, the Tōkaidō passed through the area that is now Fuji, with a post station at Yoshiwara-juku. During the Edo period, the area was mostly tenryō territory under direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate. Within Shizuoka Prefecture, Fuji (富士市) serves as a special city in Shizuoka Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1966-11-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

What to See & Do in Fuji (富士市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Fuji (富士市) from Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) at 9 m elevation (35.1613°N, 138.6763°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Fuji):

• Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site — local sightseeing landmark near Fuji (富士市).
• Hōju Ji (1.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Fuji (富士市).
• Zuirin Ji (3.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Fuji (富士市).
• Gyokusen Ji (4.0 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Fuji (富士市).
• Hiromi Kōen (2.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Fuji (富士市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Fuji: Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) (connecting to Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Fuji

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Fuji (富士市) and Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu:

• Fujinomiya (富士宮市) — 8.4 km from Fuji (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Nagaizumi (長泉町) — 17.7 km from Fuji (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Numazu (沼津市) — 18.5 km from Fuji (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Susono (裾野市) — 21 km from Fuji (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Shimizu (清水町) — 21.4 km from Fuji (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Fuji & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Fuji (富士市) via Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km): 45m–1h 25m from Tokyo Station (or 1h–1h 30m from Kyoto/Osaka) directly on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari or Kodama. From Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) to reach central Fuji (35.1613°N, 138.6763°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Shizuoka with Fuji (富士市) and neighboring Fujinomiya, Nagaizumi, Numazu. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Fuji, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Fuji and continuing toward Fujinomiya can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Fuji: While Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) anchors public transit for Fuji, picking up a rental car at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site and Hōju Ji (1.9 km) with nearby Fujinomiya (富士宮市) (8.4 km), Nagaizumi (長泉町) (17.7 km), Numazu (沼津市) (18.5 km), Susono (裾野市) (21 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Fuji (富士市) & Shizuoka

Dining near Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) and across Fuji (富士市) highlights the regional food culture of Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Fuji:

• Local specialty & terroir of Fuji (富士市): deep-steamed green tea (ryokucha) cultivation across hillside plantations alongside precision automotive engineering, manufacturing, and urban rail connectivity.
• Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha) — regional specialty enjoyed across Fuji (富士市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel) — regional specialty enjoyed across Fuji (富士市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Fujinomiya yakisoba — regional specialty enjoyed across Fuji (富士市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Suruga Bay sakura-ebi (cherry shrimp) & namashirasu — regional specialty enjoyed across Fuji (富士市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Shizuoka oden — regional specialty enjoyed across Fuji (富士市) and Shizuoka Prefecture.

If you are dining in Fuji (富士市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km).

Where to Stay in Fuji (富士市)

Visitors staying overnight in Fuji (富士市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km), or base at major rail hubs in Shizuoka (Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)) or neighboring Fujinomiya, Nagaizumi, Numazu for quick train access into Fuji. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Fuji & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Fuji (富士市, 9 m elevation at 35.1613°N, 138.6763°E): Early February–March for Kawazu early cherry blossoms on the Izu Peninsula; October–February for crisp, unobstructed southern views of Mount Fuji.

Wider sightseeing across Shizuoka Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site in Fuji (富士市) includes: Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

Practical Travel Tips for Fuji (富士市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Fuji: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) or Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) for local bus schedules to Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site and walking maps of Fuji (富士市).
• Cash & ATMs in Fuji: Convenience stores and major hotels around Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Sengen Kofun, a National Historic Site often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Fuji accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Fuji: Around Fuji Station (富士駅) (2.5 km) and neighboring Fujinomiya, Nagaizumi, Numazu, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.