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Carefully selected travel tips and family-friendly Hotel & Japanese Ryokan, based on my own experience.

  • 02/10/2025
  • 05/10/2025

5 Highly Rated Hotels & Ryokan in Shizuoka City Featuring Tatami Rooms

🗻 Looking for a Japanese-style stay in Shizuoka City? 🏨 This guide hand-picks five highly rated Japanese-style hotels and ryokan in Shizuoka City, each offering authentic tatami (straw-mat) flooring—take off your shoes, relax, and sleep on cozy futon. 😄 Hi, I’m Takeru — a Shizuoka-based travel blogger. I primarily cover onsen stays and hot-spring culture across Shizuoka Prefecture, followed by can’t-miss Mt. Fuji viewpoints you can realistically fit into your […]

  • 10/09/2025

Yamabiko-so Inn|Review of a Unique Hot Spring Stay in Nishi-Izu, Shizuoka

If you’re planning a trip to Nishi-Izu on the western side of the Izu Peninsula and want to stay somewhere a little out of the ordinary, Yamabiko-so is the perfect choice. ♨️ This hot spring inn was once an elementary school until 1973, later renovated into a Japanese-style inn. Staying here feels nostalgic, almost like stepping back in time. What makes Yamabiko-so truly unique is the experience it offers: soaking […]

  • 21/08/2025
  • 21/08/2025

Lake Tanuki & Mt. Fuji Views – Diamond Fuji, Upside-Down Reflections, and Outdoor Fun

🗻 Lake Tanuki (Tanuki-ko), located in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is one of the most scenic spots to enjoy stunning views of Mt. Fuji. One of its most captivating sights is the “Upside-Down Fuji”, where the mountain’s reflection appears clearly on the lake’s calm surface—creating a perfect mirror image. This breathtaking phenomenon has long attracted photographers and Mt. Fuji enthusiasts alike. The best seasons to witness this magical view are […]

  • 23/05/2025
  • 24/07/2025

Pokémon Room at MIMARU TOKYO UENO EAST | Family Hotel Review & Booking Tips

🇯🇵 Ever dreamed of staying in a real Pokémon-themed hotel room? At MIMARU TOKYO UENO EAST, that dream comes true with their official Pokémon Room – a fun, family-friendly space filled with Pokémon decorations, a giant Snorlax plush, and exclusive goodies for guests. We recently stayed in the Pokémon Room as a family of four (two adults and two young kids), and it was a truly unforgettable experience. From the […]

  • 04/04/2025
  • 11/09/2025

Shuzenji Onsen Katsuragawa Ryokan Review – Family-Friendly Stay

♨️Thinking of taking a family trip to the Izu Peninsula? If you’re traveling with kids, I highly recommend Shuzenji Onsen Katsuragawa, a family-friendly ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) located in the heart of Shuzenji Onsen, a well-known hot spring town in central Izu. In this article, I’ll share my personal experience staying there with my family. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing place to stay or planning your sightseeing around Shuzenji, I […]

  • 31/03/2025
  • 26/09/2025

Kuretake Inn Premium Shizuoka Annex – Family Review & Room Guide

😄 Planning a family trip to Shizuoka and looking for a hotel that’s comfortable, convenient, and affordable? In this article, I’ll share our personal experience staying at Kuretake Inn Premium Shizuoka Annex, a modern hotel with reasonable prices just a short walk from JR Shizuoka Station. Hello! I’m Takeru, a Japanese father traveling with my two daughters (ages 5 and 2 at the time of writing). Thank you for visiting […]