Why Numazu
Numazu is a coastal city located in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, situated roughly 130 kilometers west of Tokyo at the northwestern tip of the Izu Peninsula. The Kano River runs through the center of the city, while Mount Ashitaka serves as its highest peak at 1,188 meters. Warmed by the Kuroshio Current, the area experiences a warm maritime climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Clear weather offers views of Mount Fuji, and the city boasts the longest coastline of any municipality within the prefecture.
The region has a long history, appearing in Nara period records as the original capital of Suruga Province. During the Edo period, Numazu flourished as a stop along the Tōkaidō highway, which hosted the Numazu-juku and Hara-juku post stations. The establishment of Numazu Castle in 1777 created the Numazu Domain. Following the construction of an imperial villa in 1893 for Emperor Meiji, the area developed a reputation as a seaside health retreat, attracting historical writers, statesmen, and members of the nobility.
Visitors to Numazu find a variety of coastal and cultural attractions. The city functions as a gateway to nearby Mount Fuji, Hakone, and the Izu Peninsula. Near the main train station, visitors can explore a local shopping street. The harbor district features seafood restaurants alongside an anti-tsunami barrier with an elevated observation floor providing views over the area. Numazu is also home to three distinct aquariums: Mito Sea Paradise, Awashima Marine Park, and the Numazu Deepblue Aquarium. Along the shore, Senbonhama, or Thousand Tree Beach, provides scenic views set against Sembonmatsubara. Archaeological and historic locations include the ruins of Nagahama Castle and Kōkokuji Castle, as well as the Yasumiba Archaeological Site.
In addition to tourism, Numazu is a commercial fishing and industrial hub. The city's port produces roughly half of Japan's total supply of dried Japanese horse mackerel. Local agricultural products include green tea, mandarin oranges, rice, dairy, and Brussels sprouts. The city is easily reached via the Tōkaidō Main Line and Gotemba Line train services, as well as several national highways and expressways. Numazu has also gained popularity as the primary setting for the anime series Love Live! Sunshine!!, drawing fans to visit themed local transit and recognized pilgrimage spots throughout the municipality.
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