[ Vegitarian Friendly Tour of the Mt. Fuji izu Area ]

Tour to Mt. Fuji and Izu
for Vegetarians

This shrine, which has a history of over 1,000 years and is known as the "No. 1 shrine in the Tokai" area and is a popular tourist attraction in Izu.

The shrine has a close relationship with Minamotono Yoritomo, the founder of the Kamakura shogunate, who visited the Mishima Taisha Shrine many times to pray and ultimately defeated the Heike (Taira clan) to claim the victory, making the Mishima Taisha Shrine very important to the Genji (Minamoto clan) and famous since then.

The Honden is an "important cultural property of Japan" and has a national treasure called "Ume Makie Tebako." There are approximately 15 varieties of 200 cherry blossom bushes planted on the visiting paths. These cherry blossoms bloom inm the spring every year, making it a famous spot for viewing sakura.

Kakita River, one of the three clearest rivers in Japan and one of Japan's 100 remarkable waters, is formed by dozens of underground springs originating from Mt. Fuji. The water wells up to about 1.1 million tons a day and is the No. 1 water welling in Japan.

At the observation deck of "Kakitagawa Spring Park," visitors may see the water welling up through the clean water source and it is stunning to see the deep blue color in the welling up area on a sunny day. There are also several welling up sites where visitors may taste the freshness of the welling up water.

Tofu cuisine specialty restaurant "Kitchen Kawasemi"

Kitchen Kawasemi, a specialized tofu restaurant located in the Kakitagawa Spring Park, uses purified century-old water from the Kakitagawa River and Japan's domestic soybeans to make Kakitagawa Hyakunensui Tofu fresh every day, which has a mellow, dense texture and rich soybean flavor, making the tofu seemingly simple, yet not really simple, but of the finest quality.

To taste the great flavor of Kakitagawa Hyakunensui Tofu, you may choose the Cold Tofu Set (Hiyayakko). The cold tofu is rich in flavor by itself; the flavor is even more savory with a drizzle of sweet soy sauce. If you prefer to eat hot tofu, you may choose the Yudofu set. The white tofu is served in a hot soup, which is a refreshing way to warm up your body and mind.

*Except for the Hiyayakko/Yudofu set for vegaterians only, the broth used in all other dishes contains animal ingredients.

Shizuoka ranks fourth in Japan in terms of strawberry production volume. There are pick-your-own strawberry tours in many places in the Mt. Fuji and Izu areas during the strawberry harvesting season between January and May. At the Izu Fruit Park, there is no time limit to enjoy the all-you-can-eat freshly picked strawberries, so visitors may taste the delicious strawberry at their own pace. There is condensed milk available for free. If you don't know which strawberry is right for you, you may ask the staff on site, and they will be very happy to show you the secret of picking the perfect strawberry, so that you could enjoy the fresh and tasty strawberries. There are also freshly picked cantaloupe and tangerine depending on the season.

The park also sells desserts made from homegrown strawberries, so pick a favorite and come to the observation deck at 2nd floor to enjoy the strawberry desserts while viewing the giant Mount Fuji in front of you and the glittering Suruga Bay in the distance. If the visitors wish to have more strawberries, they may buy a box of strawberries handpicked by the park staff, which are home-grown and therefore available at a very favorable price!

MISHIMA SKYWALK, features three Japanese No.1s: Japan's longest suspension bridge, which overlooks Japan's tallest Mount Fuji and Japan's deepest Suruga Bay. Its simple design, which provides the best view of the scenery, won the 2017 Japan Good Design Award.

In addition to the natural views, a variety of facilities have been planned around the skywalk, including an outdoor activity area where you can get close to nature, a super-long zip-lining and a forest trail, as well as restaurants and cafes where you can take a break and enjoy delicious meals made with local ingredients from the Mishima area.

"PEARL STAR HOTEL ATAMI" is the first luxury hotel in Atami City with dedicated butler service. The hotel is located in front of Sagami Bay, Atami's most iconic scenery, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean. The guest rooms are decorated with Japanese modern style using warm wood and handmade Japanese paper. Each room features its own onsen (hot spring), so guests may relax and enjoy the high quality hot springs in their own private space.

Izu Panorama Park is a resort facility located at the summit and foothills of Mt. Katsuragi. Visitors may take the ropeway to the "AO Terrace" at the peak of the mountain, where a huge water basin reflects Mt. Fuji and the blue sky.

Visitors can see the different scenery of Mt. Fuji throughout the seasons while enjoying footbaths and having a cup of coffee. There are also restaurants and souvenir stores at the foothills of the mountain, offering a great opportunity for you to relax and enjoy your time here.

Located in the busy but quiet area, CAFE Namakemono is a popular organic restaurant that serves pesticide-free vegetables and rice grown by the restaurant's owner. The organic, multinational dishes served at CAFE Namakemono are not only tasty in original flavors, but also safe to eat.

The lunch set ( with beverage ) allows you to choose your favorite appetizer and entrée. Each selection is made with the freshest fruits and vegetables, so that the guest is able to feel the blessings from mother nature and feels relaxed in body and mind. CAFE Namakemono insists on using only the best seasonal ingredients, so you always get to try a different menu each time you visit, which is one of the pleasures in CAFE Namakemono.

The café is also decorated by the owner with plenty of wood and green plants. The café is located in the center of the city, but it has a natural atmosphere that helps you relax. In addition, there is also a friendly cat that welcomes you to visit the CAFE Namakemono and enjoy wonderful moments here.

"Shuzenji Onsen" is considered to be the oldest hot spring on the Izu Peninsula. The onsen street is developed around Shuzenji established by Kobo Daishi. This hot spring town has a long history and unique atmosphere and is known as "Izu's Little Kyoto." The town has been recommended as a 2-star attraction in the Michelin Green Guide Japan.

The "Bamboo Forest Path" is a walkway along the Katsuragawa that flows through the center of this hot spring town. While you enjoy a quiet walk in the quiet zone surrounded by tall bamboos, you will be able to listen to the sound of bamboo leaves rustling in the wind. There is also a lantern-lighting event at night that creates a magical atmosphere in this elegant bamboo forest.

A strawberry lover's paradise, Strawberry BonBonBERRY Izunokuni factory, offers a variety of strawberry-themed souvenirs. Starting with a cute strawberry design on the exterior, the store is filled with strawberry goodies and strawberry-scented cosmetics, making it a sweet place to eat and enjoy.

BonBonBERRY STAND serves freshly made strawberry beverages, including "BonBon Smoothie" that is made with a lot of strawberries, so you get to taste the sweet and sour strawberry pulp. There are also "Strawberry Daifuku" and fresh strawberry kebabs that are made without using any animal ingredients.

There's also the BonBonBERRY cafe, which offers about 15 kinds of strawberry desserts, including single-serve and all-you-can-eat options, so strawberry lovers definitely would not want to miss it!