Discover Numazu
Explore the charming town of Numazu, where you can enjoy cruising through the area's stunning capes or spend a day at one of its gorgeous beaches. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking coastal landscapes and experience a leisurely pace of life in this idyllic seaside destination.
Things to see and do
FAQs
Getting around in Numazu
The easiest way to get around in Numazu is by car, since many of the major sights and attractions are not accessible by public transportation. If you decide to rent a car, it is advised to do so from the nearest airport in the vicinity. You can use our car rental widget in the FAQ menu below.
Getting to Numazu
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo.
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by car: approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes
Rental cars:
How long to stay in Numazu
We recommend staying here about two days.
Hotels in Numazu
Flights to Numazu
The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo.
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by car: approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes
Seasonal information
Beaches:
The swimming season on mainland Japan is usually between July and August.
Hiking:
The hiking season in this area typically runs from Spring until Autumn.
Scenic rides:
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Izunokuni Panorama Park Ropeway: click here to go to the official website
Festivals in Numazu
There are several festivals here throughout the year. Please be advised that the following list is based upon previous entries of those festivals and that the dates might have changed slightly in the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of any of the festivals listed here, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Nagahama Castle Hojo Suigun Festival
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Date: May 26th
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Time: 10:00 - 14:00
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Kawachi Tenno Festival
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Date: July 14th
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Time: 07:00 - 16:00
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Toda Port Festival
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Date: July 20th
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Time: 13:00 - 21:00 (Fireworks between 20:40 - 21:00)
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Kiyobiji Temple Jizo Buddhist Fair
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Date: July 21st
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Time: 10:00 - 21:00
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Kano River Lantern Sink Festival
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Date: July 26th
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Time: 18:00 - 20:00
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Kano River Fireworks Festival
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Date: July 27th until July 29th
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Time: 19:15 - 20:15
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Oku Suruga Bay Beach Festival
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Date: August 3rd
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Time: 14:00 - 20:30 (Fireworks from 20:00 - 20:30)
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