Aim for the Miho no Matsubara, a World Heritage Site

Start from the east exit of Shimizu Station. Head to Hinode Pier to board the water bus. The view of Shimizu Port and Mt. Fuji from the boat is spectacular. Head to Shimizu Lighthouse from Miho Beach Pier. Mihoen Hotel near the lighthouse has a free foot bath, so it's a good place to stop by on the way. With a view of Suruga Bay, head south along the Pacific Coast Bicycle Path to Miho no Matsubara, then pass through the Path of the Gods that connects the pine bara and Miho Shrine, and head towards the former Shimizu Port Line bicycle path. While thinking about the former Shimizu Port Line, head to the old Orido Bay lumberyard. Then pass through the Hinode stone warehouses, cross National Route 149, drive along S-Pulse Street, and stop at the boat lodge "Suehiro" and Jirocho's birthplace on Jirocho Street. From here, ride along the Tomoe River to the finish line at Shimizu Station.

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  Water Bus

  This water bus connects Shimizu Fish Market, Hinode, and Miho Peninsula. You can also rent bicycles at the Hinode stop. You can see Shimizu Port, Miho Peninsula, and Mt. Fuji from the boat. The fare is 400 yen one way from Hinode to Miho. Check the website for operating times.

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  Shimizu Lighthouse

  Located on the eastern tip of the Miho Peninsula, this is Japan's first lighthouse made of reinforced concrete, which was first lit in 1912 (Meiji 45). It is currently an unmanned lighthouse (there is a celestial maiden at the top instead of a weather vane).

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  Miho no Matsubara

  One of Japan's most scenic spots, with a row of pine trees along the coastline for about 7 kilometers. You can see Mt. Fuji and the Izu Peninsula across Suruga Bay. In 2013, it was registered as a component part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Mt. Fuji - a place of worship and a source of artistic inspiration."

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• Former Shimizu Port Line Bicycle Path

  The pedestrian and bicycle-only road on the former Shimizu Port Line runs from the east side of JR Shimizu Station, passing near Dream Plaza, and continuing to the Miho Peninsula. We recommend riding along it while thinking about the Shimizu Port Line and looking at Mt. Fuji. There are many pedestrians, so please be careful when riding.

• Hinode Stone Warehouses

  Some of the stone warehouses have had the mortar peeled off, revealing the stonework. They were built as stone-framed buildings using Izu stone, which has moisture-proofing and fire-resistant properties, to store sugar and rice, which are sensitive to changes in humidity. Many of the warehouses at Hinode Pier are still in operation, making them active industrial heritage sites.

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  Jirocho Shimizu's boat lodge "Suehiro"

  Jirocho Shimizu's boathouse "Suehiro" opened in 1886 (Meiji 19) at Shimizu Wharf. Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 Closed: Mondays Further ahead, on Jirocho Street, you will also find Jirocho's birthplace. Free admission

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  Jirocho's birthplace

  Located in a shopping street called "Jirocho Street," it displays photographs of Shimizu Jirocho, Omasa, and Komasa, as well as tools and documents used by Jirocho. The living room has also been preserved as it was at the time. Jirocho's real name was Yamamoto Chogoro. He was adopted by Yamamoto Jirohachi, and was nicknamed "Jirocho" because he was Jirohachi's son Chogoro. There are also many souvenirs related to Jirocho. The "winning cards" that are said to grant any wish are popular.

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