Things to Do in Matsuzaki (松崎町), Shizuoka: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 25, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Matsuzaki (松崎町) in Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳), Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山), Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) and served by Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) via the regional hub at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen). Set at 484 m elevation (34.7458°N, 138.8204°E), Matsuzaki offers travelers a base for sampling regional Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha), Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel), Fujinomiya yakisoba cuisine and exploring neighboring Nishiizu (西伊豆町) (8.6 km), Minamiizu (南伊豆町) (9.1 km), Kawazu (河津町) (12.9 km), Shimoda (下田市) (13.6 km).

Sakuramochi is a noted local specialty. Matsuzaki is listed as one of The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan. Situated across rolling inland terrain at 484 m elevation in Shizuoka Prefecture, Matsuzaki is anchored by local landmarks including Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳), Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山), Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) and connects to neighboring Nishiizu, Minamiizu, Kawazu via Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km). Within Shizuoka Prefecture, Matsuzaki (松崎町) serves as a town (町) in shizuoka prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

What to See & Do in Matsuzaki (松崎町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Matsuzaki (松崎町) from Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) at 484 m elevation (34.7458°N, 138.8204°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Matsuzaki):

• Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Matsuzaki (松崎町).
• Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山) — local sightseeing landmark near Matsuzaki (松崎町).
• Banjirō Dake (万二郎岳) — local sightseeing landmark near Matsuzaki (松崎町).
• Basara Yama (婆沙羅山) — local sightseeing landmark near Matsuzaki (松崎町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Matsuzaki: Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) (connecting to Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Matsuzaki

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu:

• Nishiizu (西伊豆町) — 8.6 km from Matsuzaki (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Minamiizu (南伊豆町) — 9.1 km from Matsuzaki (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Kawazu (河津町) — 12.9 km from Matsuzaki (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Shimoda (下田市) — 13.6 km from Matsuzaki (Shizuoka Prefecture)
• Higashiizu (東伊豆町) — 21 km from Matsuzaki (Shizuoka Prefecture)

Getting to Matsuzaki & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Matsuzaki (松崎町) via Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km): 45m–1h 25m from Tokyo Station (or 1h–1h 30m from Kyoto/Osaka) directly on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari or Kodama. From Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) to reach central Matsuzaki (34.7458°N, 138.8204°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Shizuoka with Matsuzaki (松崎町) and neighboring Nishiizu, Minamiizu, Kawazu. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Matsuzaki, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Day-trippers stopping in Matsuzaki between Shizuoka and Nishiizu can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Matsuzaki: While Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) anchors public transit for Matsuzaki, picking up a rental car at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) and Chōkurō Yama (長九郎山) with nearby Nishiizu (西伊豆町) (8.6 km), Minamiizu (南伊豆町) (9.1 km), Kawazu (河津町) (12.9 km), Shimoda (下田市) (13.6 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Matsuzaki (松崎町) & Shizuoka

Dining near Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) and across Matsuzaki (松崎町) highlights the regional food culture of Shizuoka Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Matsuzaki:

• Shizuoka green tea (sencha & matcha) — regional specialty enjoyed across Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Hamamatsu gyoza & Lake Hamana unagi (eel) — regional specialty enjoyed across Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Fujinomiya yakisoba — regional specialty enjoyed across Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Suruga Bay sakura-ebi (cherry shrimp) & namashirasu — regional specialty enjoyed across Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.
• Shizuoka oden — regional specialty enjoyed across Matsuzaki (松崎町) and Shizuoka Prefecture.

If you are dining in Matsuzaki (松崎町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km).

Where to Stay in Matsuzaki (松崎町)

Visitors staying overnight in Matsuzaki (松崎町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km), or base at major rail hubs in Shizuoka (Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen)) or neighboring Nishiizu, Minamiizu, Kawazu for quick train access into Matsuzaki. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Matsuzaki & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Matsuzaki (松崎町, 484 m elevation at 34.7458°N, 138.8204°E): Early February–March for Kawazu early cherry blossoms on the Izu Peninsula; October–February for crisp, unobstructed southern views of Mount Fuji.

Wider sightseeing across Shizuoka Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) in Matsuzaki (松崎町) includes: Southern views of Mount Fuji (Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira, Fujinomiya), Izu Peninsula hot springs and coastline (Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji), and Hamamatsu.

Practical Travel Tips for Matsuzaki (松崎町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Matsuzaki: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Atami & Mishima Stations (Tokaido Shinkansen) or Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) for local bus schedules to Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) and walking maps of Matsuzaki (松崎町).
• Cash & ATMs in Matsuzaki: Convenience stores and major hotels around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Banzaburō Dake (万三郎岳) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Matsuzaki accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Matsuzaki: Around Inazusa Station (稲梓駅) (12.1 km) and neighboring Nishiizu, Minamiizu, Kawazu, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.