10 Culture Daikei-ji Temple in Fujieda Peter Sidell In Fujieda in the suburbs of central Japan's Shizuoka city, Daikei-ji is an appealing Buddhist temple with a host of interesting..
Culture Mariko Peter Sidell On the outskirts of Shizuoka City in central Japan, the leafy Mariko district is home to relaxing Buddhist temples, an interesting..
9 Temples & Shrines Bishamonten Myohoji Temple, Fuji Peter Sidell Not far from Yoshiwara station (near Fuji City) in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Bishamonten Myohoji is an appealing Buddhist..
21 Culture Fujinomiya City Elena Lisina There are two important places in Fujinomiya connected with Fuji-san – Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center and the Fujisan Hongu Se..
10 Culture Kojoji Peter Sidell Near Shimizu station in the suburbs of Shizuoka in central Japan, Kojoji is one of a cluster of four Buddhist temples, with a restful..
14 Temples & Shrines Shimoda Ropeway Jemma King The Shimoda Ropeway is a short walk from the Shimoda train station. It is a great way to see the town in the larger context of its..
Culture Shimada City: Green Tea Day Out Samuel Richards Enjoy a relaxing day out in the heart of Shizuoka, Japan's best green tea region, learning the production process of your favorite..
8 Culture Reisenji Peter Sidell In Kusanagi in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Reisenji is an appealing neighbourhood temple, with pleasant grounds, interesting..