Mishima City is located in the eastern part of Shizuoka Prefecture and is a beautiful town with a spectacular view of Mt. Fuji. It is an attractive area where nature and culture blend together, dotted with springs and historical sites. Below are some suggestions for walking tours in Mishima City for foreigners.
Tour Name：Mishima City Walking Tour A walking tour of history and nature around Mt. Fuji and the spring water town of Mishima.
COST: 22,000 yen per adult. 10% consumption tax included (including lunch).
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Meeting place: JR Mishima Station (in front of the south exit ticket gate)
＜Tour Overview＞
1. Walking around the streets of Mishima Station (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM)
Depart from Mishima Station and walk around the old streets around the station. Learn about the development of Mishima while visiting merchant houses and other historical buildings built during the Meiji period.
◆Points: Learn about the historical streets of Mishima and the commercial activities that were important to the development of the town.
2．Mishima Taisha Shrine Visit and History (9:30 AM - 10:00 AM)
Visit Mishima Taisha Shrine and receive an explanation of its history and cultural importance. Learn how to worship at the shrine and experience the local faith culture.
◆Points: Learn about the history of Mishima Taisha Shrine, local faith and the role of the shrine.
3. Walking around Mishima's springs and waterfalls (10:00 AM - 10:45 AM)
Visit the springs and waterfalls scattered around Mishima city and enjoy the beauty of the springs. Mishima's springs use underground water from Mt. Fuji, and are characterized by their high transparency.
◆Point: Visit Mishima's springs (for example, springs and waterfalls that use Mishima's underground water). Experience the purity of the water.
4. Rakujuen Garden and Garden Walk (10:45 AM - 11:30 AM)
Enjoy a stroll through the garden of Rakujuen Garden, a scenic spot in Mishima City, and enjoy the beautiful scenery that blends in with nature. The garden scenery with Mt. Fuji in the background is wonderful.
◆Points: Enjoy the seasonal flowers and scenery that can be seen in the garden. Enjoy the beauty of the garden with a view of Mt. Fuji.
5. Experience local food culture using spring water (11:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, enjoying dishes made with Mishima's spring water. Introducing dishes made with local specialties and fresh ingredients. (Eel or similar) Drinks are at your own expense.
◆points: Introducing dishes made with Mishima's spring water and menus that make use of local ingredients.
