Shimada Travel Guide

Traditional Japanese onsen with therapeutic sodium chloride-rich hot springs overlooking the Oi River. Enjoy indoor and open-air baths while savouring meals made with local Shizuoka ingredients.

Discover Shimada's past through exhibits detailing the crucial Oi River crossings during the Edo period. The museum's annex offers a preserved Meiji-era house with additional cultural artefacts and local artwork.

Meander along the Oi River at Uyama Shinrin Park, famous for its dramatic "Seven Turns" that carve through the landscape. Enjoy panoramic views from the observation deck while listening to the gentle flow of water below.

Japan's record-setting wooden pedestrian bridge stretches nearly 900 metres across the Oi River. Stroll its historic planks for panoramic views of Mount Fuji on clear days.

Explore over 8,700 roses from 350 global varieties in this aromatic paradise. Visit during the spring or autumn festivals when vibrant blooms transform the meticulously landscaped gardens.

Makinohara Park offers panoramic vistas of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay, and the Southern Alps by day. As a Japanese night view heritage site, its illuminated cityscape transforms into a mesmerising spectacle after sunset.

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tea Museum during your travels in Shimada. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

This innovative child welfare centre features interconnected rooms under a terraced roof opening to gardens, with thoughtfully designed spaces prioritising children's development in a natural, light-filled environment.