Things to Do in Shimizu (清水町), Shizuoka: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Shimizu (清水町) in Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Kakita River, Ten Province Pass (十国峠), Myōjinga Dake (明神ヶ岳) and served by Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) via the regional hub at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen). Set at 9 m elevation (35.0975°N, 138.8987°E), Shimizu offers travelers a base for sampling regional Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha), Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel), Fujinomiya yakisoba cuisine and exploring neighboring Mishima (三島市) (3 km), Numazu (沼津市) (3.2 km), Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) (7.8 km), Nagaizumi (長泉町) (8 km).

One of its most notable features is the spectacular view of Mount Fuji on clear days. Shimizu is located at the northern end of Izu Peninsula. Both the Kakita River and the Kano River flow through the town. Shimizu is located in the far eastern portion of former Suruga Province, and was largely tenryō territory under direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate in the Edo period. With the establishment of the modern municipalities system of the early Meiji period in 1889, the area was reorganized into the village of Shimizu within Suntō District, Shizuoka through the merger of 11 small hamlets. Within Shizuoka Prefecture, Shimizu (清水町) serves as a town (町) in Shizuoka Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) 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 Shimizu (清水町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Shimizu (清水町) from Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) at 9 m elevation (35.0975°N, 138.8987°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Shimizu):

• Kakita River — local sightseeing landmark near Shimizu (清水町).
• Ten Province Pass (十国峠) — local sightseeing landmark near Shimizu (清水町).
• Myōjinga Dake (明神ヶ岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Shimizu (清水町).
• Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Shimizu (清水町).
• Washizu San (鷲頭山) — local sightseeing landmark near Shimizu (清水町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Shimizu: Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) (connecting to Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Shimizu

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Shimizu (清水町) and Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu:

• Mishima (三島市) — 3 km from Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Numazu (沼津市) — 3.2 km from Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) — 7.8 km from Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Nagaizumi (長泉町) — 8 km from Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Susono (裾野市) — 8.5 km from Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Shimizu & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Shimizu (清水町) via Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 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 Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) to reach central Shimizu (35.0975°N, 138.8987°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Shizuoka with Shimizu (清水町) and neighboring Mishima, Numazu, Izunokuni. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Shimizu, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Shimizu and continuing toward Mishima 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 Shimizu: While Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) anchors public transit for Shimizu, picking up a rental car at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Kakita River and Ten Province Pass (十国峠) with nearby Mishima (三島市) (3 km), Numazu (沼津市) (3.2 km), Izunokuni (伊豆の国市) (7.8 km), Nagaizumi (長泉町) (8 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Shimizu (清水町) & Shizuoka

Dining near Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) and across Shimizu (清水町) highlights the regional food culture of Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Shimizu:

• Local specialty & terroir of Shimizu (清水町): irrigated paddy rice cultivation, seasonal produce, and rural satoyama landscapes alongside regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha) — regional specialty enjoyed across Shimizu (清水町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel) — regional specialty enjoyed across Shimizu (清水町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Fujinomiya yakisoba — regional specialty enjoyed across Shimizu (清水町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Suruga Bay sakura-ebi (cherry shrimp) & namashirasu — regional specialty enjoyed across Shimizu (清水町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Shizuoka oden — regional specialty enjoyed across Shimizu (清水町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.

If you are dining in Shimizu (清水町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km).

Where to Stay in Shimizu (清水町)

Visitors staying overnight in Shimizu (清水町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km), or base at major rail hubs in Shizuoka (Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)) or neighboring Mishima, Numazu, Izunokuni for quick train access into Shimizu. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Shimizu & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Shimizu (清水町, 9 m elevation at 35.0975°N, 138.8987°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 Kakita River in Shimizu (清水町) 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 Shimizu (清水町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Shimizu: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) or Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) for local bus schedules to Kakita River and walking maps of Shimizu (清水町).
• Cash & ATMs in Shimizu: Convenience stores and major hotels around Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Kakita River often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Shimizu accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Shimizu: Around Ō’oka Station (大岡駅) (2.6 km) and neighboring Mishima, Numazu, Izunokuni, 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.