Shizuoka to Fujinomiya: 5 stops on the road to Mount Fuji
This 47 km route through Shizuoka Prefecture connects Shizuoka City, Shin-Fuji Station, and Fujinomiya, passing through scenic areas along the Urui River. The drive takes approximately 31 minutes and offers views of Mount Fuji when weather permits, with stops at Toyoko Inn near the station.
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- Places
- Start
- Shizuoka City
- End
- Urui River
- Stops
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Stops on this route
- Shizuoka City — Departure city, known for Mount Fuji views, seafood and tea
- Shin-Fuji Station — Hotel location near Shinkansen station with train views
- Toyoko Inn — Overnight accommodation across from Shin-Fuji station
- Fujinomiya — Cafe hopping area in Shizuoka region
- Urui River — Cherry blossom viewing location with scenic tree row
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Mount Fuji visibility is unpredictable for tourists—plan other activities regardless. Weather forecasts may not be accurate; cloudy/foggy conditions are common even in spring.
- Where to stay
- Toyoko Inn in Shizuoka offers free breakfast, costs only HKD 500, and provides mountain views if conditions are clear. Located across Shin-Fuji Station with views of passing Shinkansen trains.
- Save money
- Stay in Shizuoka instead of Tokyo—hotels are significantly more affordable while still offering good amenities and access to Mount Fuji viewing spots.
- Food
- Costco Japan food court offers jumbo bulgogi bake, salmon poke roll, Hokkaido soft cream, and clam chowder. Fresh sashimi platters available for around USD 20.
- Food
- Kinon Cafe operates only Thursday–Friday, 10am–3pm. Serves hamburg steak sets with miso soup and salad in a tastefully decorated space.
- Tip
- Costco membership is worldwide—bring yours to shop at Costco Japan. They stock designer furniture (e.g., original Wishbone chairs at ¥185,800) alongside regular goods.
- Transport
- Japanese service stops on highways include large gift shops, food courts, and restaurants. GPS displays what amenities each stop offers before you exit.
- Food
- Quatre épice is a French-style cake shop, chocolatier, and cafe in Shizuoka with café atmosphere and quality éclairs.
- Timing
- Cherry blossoms bloom in spring in Shizuoka. Row of sakura trees lines the Urui River, viewable from parking lot and tunnel on clear days; viewing deck available on bridge.
- Where to stay
- Many Japanese hotels provide borrowable pyjamas and complimentary tea packets, toiletries. Toyoko Inn rooms are functional with kettle, humidifier, and vanity table.
Video on this route
on our way to mount fuji, we visit costco in japan