Shizuoka (Province) Hotels and Accommodation

Shizuoka province is on the southern (Pacific) coast of the Japanese main land of Honshu Island. It is located within the Chubu Region. The northern part of the Prefecture is very mountainous. Mount Fuji is Japan’s highest mountain and it can be found in this area. Mount Fuji reaches a height of 3,776 meter and is still considered to be an active volcano, even though it last erupted in around 1708. The Prefecture capital is the city of Shizuoka. Other important towns and cities include Hamamatsu, Numazu, Shimoda, Ito and Fuji. This region of Japan enjoys a relatively mild climate. There are discount hotels available throughout the Shizuoka area.

The Izu Peninsula is a very popular resort area in Japan. Many people are attracted to the area for the Hot Springs which are known to have some forms of healing qualities. Mount Fuji is a landmark that you should be able to glimpse quite regularly throughout the Shizuoka Prefecture. As a popular tourist area for the Japanese themselves, there are plenty of attractions in Shizuoka. You will find a number of Shrines throughout the area. Two good examples are the Kunozan Toshogu Shrine and the Grand Shrine at Mishima. There are a number of theme parks and these include the Fuji Safari Park and Mount Fuji Children’s World. If you are after a more relaxing time, you should visit the Kamo Idris Gardens. Whatever you choose to do in Shizuoka, EasyToBook.com can arrange a Shizuoka hotel for you.