2025 Kakegawa Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Kakegawa Kachouen in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture, opened in 2003. You can see and touch the beautiful flowers blooming in a large greenhouse and the birds flying around. At first, you may be surprised by the rare birds flying around freely in front of you, but there are many attractions such as feeding experiences and bird shows. There are many birds, but one of the highlights is seeing the owls 🦉 flying around. 📌Kakegawa Kachouen 📌 1517 Minamisaigo, Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture 436-0024 📌It's in a greenhouse, so you can enjoy it even on rainy days! #DomesticTravel #ShizuokaPrefecture #Birds #KakegawaKachouen #Kachouen #Flowers #RecommendedForRainyDays #RainyDaySpots #RainyDayDate

Kakegawa Castle 🏯 in Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, was built by the Asahina clan, a vassal of the Imagawa clan, and during the Sengoku period, Yamauchi Kazutoyo took over and extensively remodeled the castle. The beautiful castle, known as the "Famous Castle of the Tokaido Region," was lost in a major earthquake in 1854, but was restored in 1994 as Japan's first "full-scale wooden castle tower," and remains in its original form to this day. If you climb the castle tower, you can see the Tokaido Shinkansen train running nearby, and enjoy a spectacular view of the city of Kakegawa. 📌Kakegawa Castle 📌 24, 1138 Kakegawa, Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture, 436-0079 📌 Opening hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm (entry until 4:30pm) *Opening hours may change 📌 Popularity: ★★★★☆ #Domestic travel #Castle #Castle tour #Shizuoka #Kakegawa #Place where you can feel history #I love history #Castle tower

#ShizuokaTourism This facility is wonderful. It was fun to have an interaction experience that you can't usually have. The price is not as high as other facilities, so I think it's a reasonable price. There were not only flying birds but also penguins. You can hold the penguins and take photos for a fee on a first-come, first-served basis. When I say holding them, I mean taking photos with them while they're on your lap, but I don't think there are many facilities where you can interact with penguins to this extent. I went on a Sunday, but it seems like they were all sold out by 9:30. In addition to penguins, you can also take photos with owls. The photo fee was also reasonable. I think everyone gets to feed the parakeets, but they seemed to get full in the latter half of the day, and there were times when they didn't eat very well lol. If you feed them early, more will come. They seem to release different parakeets at different times, so I'm sure they'll flock to you at those times. There is a wide variety of cute souvenirs, but there are only two cash registers, and it gets very crowded just before closing time, so it's best to choose your souvenirs early.

I went to Kakegawa Station in Shizuoka Prefecture! JR's Tokaido Main Line and the Tokai-Sanyo Shinkansen bullet trains pass through here. Although only the Kodama train stops at this station, it's a convenient station for short trips as it's close to tourist spots such as Kakegawa Kachouen and Kakegawa Castle! At the south exit, there's also a huge golden monument called "Gattai." #ShizuokaTrip

I stayed at Hotel Gen in Kakegawa, Shizuoka! It's easy to get to, less than a 5-minute walk from the station. The hotel has a clean, wooden interior. The amenity bar next to the front desk not only has cleansing lotion, face wash, lotion, and milky lotion, but even face masks! Some floors even have manga! #HotelReview

Speaking of Shizuoka, it's "Sawayaka"! Whenever I go to Shizuoka for business, I almost always stop by here. My recommendation is the hamburger steak, which I recommend having half with salt and pepper and half with onion sauce. The waiter will ask you if you'd like sauce on it, but just say you'll do it yourself. Of course, there are other menu items besides the hamburger steak, but personally I recommend the rice porridge.

Kapposhi Terrace is located at the summit of Awagatake in Kakegawa. The view is amazing on a nice day! 🔭 I visited on a weekday, but it was crowded with people hiking. 😳 You can reach the summit by car, so it's comfortable to visit even in the hot season. ✨ Please come and see the spectacular view. 👐 #Mountaineering #QuintessaCampaign

Admission fee: 200 yen Honshoji Temple, known as the temple of flowers, is a place where you can see beautiful hydrangeas through June 🍃 There are paths through the garden, and colorful hydrangeas in white, pink, purple, and more bloom along the paths! Please visit this hidden gem in Kakegawa 👐 #hydrangea #QuintessaCampaign

Address: 1517 Minamisaigo, Kakegawa, Shizuoka 436-0024 Opening hours: 9:00-16:30 Price: 1,500 yen for adults About 30 minutes by train east of Hamamatsu City, in Kakegawa City, where Kakegawa Castle, known as the "Famous Castle of the Tokai Region," is located, is Kakegawa Kachouen. It is an experiential theme park where you can enjoy interacting with birds in a garden filled with a variety of flowers. Within the vast grounds, there is a glasshouse (large greenhouse), a water lily pool, a pond, an emu ranch, and more. The glasshouse is a comfortable space that can be enjoyed safely even on rainy days, and is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. #trip2022 #KakegawaKachouen #ShizuokaPrefecture #Kachouen #Zoo #BotanicalGarden Shoebill

| Historical and Cultural Exploration Tour. Attractions: Kakegawa Castle: An ancient castle building that, despite the passage of time, still retains its former majesty. The castle displays many historical artifacts and materials that tell the story of Kakegawa Castle's past. Mishima Taisha Shrine: Dedicated to many deities, the shrine has a unique architectural style, with a tall and magnificent torii gate and many ancient trees in the courtyard, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Cultural activities: Kakegawa Castle often hosts traditional samurai performances, recreating the heroic and battle scenes of ancient samurai, allowing visitors to feel as if they have traveled back in time. Mishima Taisha Shrine holds grand sacrificial ceremonies on specific festivals, where people dress in traditional costumes and perform various sacrificial activities, creating a lively atmosphere. Visitors can experience the charm of Japanese religious culture up close. Food: Kakegawa soba noodles: Thin and chewy noodles served with a special sauce and condiments such as green onions, with a unique taste. Shizuoka wagashi: Exquisitely shaped and with a variety of flavors, including sweet and not greasy red bean paste and refreshing fruit flavors, making them a great choice for souvenirs. Hotel recommendations: Kakegawa Grand Hotel: Close to Kakegawa Castle, convenient for travel, with spacious and comfortable rooms. Mishima Garden Palace Hotel: Beautiful hotel environment with beautiful garden views and attentive service.

It was a beautiful place!

You can see a variety of birds and plants. There are bird shows and you can experience feeding the birds. It's so large that 3 hours will pass in the blink of an eye! If you like birds, you might not be able to move forward easily. The menus at the restaurant and cafe inside, and the miscellaneous goods and sweets at the souvenir shop are all very tasteful, and I wanted to buy everything, so I really enjoyed it until the very end without getting bored! There was also a wide selection of ornamental plants, cacti, planters, etc., which was very appealing. The security guards were very knowledgeable about parking, and they guided me to the parking lot, so it's a really comfortable facility. #KakegawaKachouen #Kachouen #BirdLover #KakegawaCity #FamilyTrip #FeedingExperience

Here you can interact with and take photos of many birds... ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ 📍 Kakegawa Kachouen 🏷️ 1517 Minamisaigo, Kakegawa, Shizuoka 436-0024 💰¥1,800 🚃900m from Kakegawa Station 🚌The 100 yen bus is convenient💡 ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ It's also a Shinkansen stop, so you can make a quick day trip there🫶🥰 The park is full of all kinds of birds and has plenty of areas where you can interact with them! And as I also put it in the top image, there was even a photogenic spot and my family had a great day😊 I raised my hand during the owl show and was in charge of the ring 🫡 lol I thought to myself, what a smart bird🦉💭 On the way back, I called a taxi to go back to the station but it took a while to come💦 Just be careful about that⚠️ ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ #0 yen trip autumn #Kachouen #Kakegawa #Kakegawa Kachouen #Shizuoka #Shizuoka sightseeing #birds #animal interaction・zoo #photogenic spot #photogenic food #cute sweets

Tsumagoi Resort is a resort facility with a hotel pool and more! I went there because I wanted to spend my time actively during my trip to Shizuoka 🚘 There is a large lawn, and you can rent equipment to play golf, soccer, badminton, table tennis, etc. 🏓 There is a circular bus that runs through the park, so even though it is a large site, I was able to get around comfortably 🚶♀️ It looks like it would be fun to visit during the autumn leaves season, so it's a place I'd like to visit again! There is also a time when it is decorated with sparkling illuminations, so it is also recommended to visit on a date ✨ 📍Address: 2000 Mansui, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture 436-0011 #Domestic travel #Shizuoka #Shizuoka trip #Shizuoka trip #Kakegawa #Activity #Sports

It is the first fully restored wooden castle tower in the country, and the inside is apparently the same as the existing one. It was early on a weekday, so there were hardly any tourists. Kakegawa Castle was built by Hideyoshi's vassal Yamauchi Kazutoyo, who also starred in a historical drama, and is known as the "famous castle of the Tokai region." You can go up to the castle tower, and on a clear day you can see Mt. Fuji. And when I went up there, I could see it! You can't go out onto the outer corridor of the castle tower, so I took this photo from inside. The creaking sound of the wooden floors is also a distinctive feature^^ I've loved the atmosphere of these handwritten guides since the castle tower was under construction. #KakegawaCastle #ShizuokaPrefecture #Trip #0yenTrip

Tunaya Miyagi Location: Shizuoka Prefecture 2 Chome-22-13 Kamenoko, Kakegawa, Shizuoka 436-0028 Opening hours: 7:00- Parking: Available If you're looking for fresh and delicious tuna, head to Tunaya Miyagi in Shizuoka! They offer a wide variety of tuna at reasonable prices. The display case is filled with colorful sashimi, so you'll be overwhelmed. We especially recommend the generously presented "sashimi platter" and the luxurious "seafood bowl." The restaurant has a spacious dining area, so you can enjoy your meal at your own pace. If you visit Shizuoka, be sure to try the fresh seafood at Tunaya Miyagi! #0yentravel

Speaking of tea, Shizuoka Prefecture. Among them, Kakegawa is famous for its deep-steamed tea. And what do you want when drinking tea? Yes, tea sweets, right? (laughs) Tea shops in Shizuoka Prefecture are making a wide variety of sweets using their own products and opening cafes, making business efforts. Mie Daiseicha in Kakegawa City makes tea sweets. I visited at lunchtime, and they were very kind to me. The shop, or rather the factory, is quite far up in the mountains in Kakegawa, so there are no customers, and since it's basically an online store, they seem to store their tea in the freezer, so I had to wait a little in the office until it was ready. However, they gave me delicious tea and talked to me, so it wasn't a problem at all. The dorayaki is made with a rare variety called "Kominami," so you can really taste the tea. By the way, there are events held every now and then at the south exit of Kakegawa Station, and they often set up stalls at those events, so if you're lucky, you can buy tea at the station. Also, the factory is on the way to "Awagatake," so it might be a good idea to stop by there. #ShizuokaPrefecture #ShizuokaPrefectureTourism #Shizuoka #RecommendedShizuokaTourism #ShizuokaTourism #ShizuokaTrip #KakegawaCity #Kakegawa #KakegawaTourism #Tea #TeaShop #Sweets #TravelingWithMe #JapaneseSweets #MieUniversityTea

Located in shizuoka, little bit far from fuji but its really worth to visit. u have to visit here if u going to Shizuoka especially on June bcs its a season for ajisai flowers and its full blooming on this month. Not just the inside of the green house,but the garden also really pretty. Not many people come heren even i went on the weekend. There are also old japanese house that u can look around and there are cafe inside the house.#Shizuoka #Ajisaifestival #Greenhouse

I went to Kakegawa Kachouen in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture 🕊️ It's also famous for its shoebills! As the name suggests, this is a zoo where many kinds of birds are kept! There were also penguins and owls 🦉 It was my first time to see birds flying freely inside a building, so it was very stimulating 🦜 The birds were introduced and displayed in a way that was full of personality, so it's recommended for bird lovers and children! Access: 15 minutes walk from Kakegawa Station Address: 1517 Minamiseigo, Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture 436-0024 #Travel with me #Kakegawa Kachouen #Shizuoka #Kakegawa #Shizuoka Tourism

#cherryblossom2024 Kakegawa Castle, or Kakegawa-jo in Japanese, is a historical landmark located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It's known for its striking black exterior, which gives it a unique appearance among Japanese castles. The original castle was built in the 15th century, but the current structure dates back to the early 17th century. Today, it serves as a museum where visitors can learn about the castle's history and enjoy panoramic views from the top.

I went to Unazen in Kosai City! The unaju was so delicious that I shared it🌊 When I entered the restaurant, I was surprised to see that there were quite a few people there even though it was a weekday✨I can tell how popular it is! It has a calming Japanese atmosphere, and the staff are kind🌱 The unaju I ordered was absolutely delicious. It was soft and juicy, and cooked to perfection!! The special sauce was delicious~🌙 The eel and rice went perfectly together. The portion was generous and very satisfying💯 If you visit Kosai City, be sure to visit Unazen🥰 #gourmet

I went to Kakegawa Kachouen, which I had been curious about. Unfortunately it was raining, but it wasn't a problem since the viewing is basically done indoors. There were many owls at the entrance, ranging from small and cute to large. As the subjects don't move, you can take photos at any angle you like. You can enjoy it from the entrance. When you go inside, there are birds that are allowed to roam freely. There are birds that you can touch directly and birds that glide in groups, so it's fun to watch them. I recommend it as a place to visit with your family, so I think it's a good place.

This is a great bird park. Maybe the very best anywhere. You can feed and interact with many great birds. Lunch area is a beautiful flower garden. I will keep going back here. You can spend all day here. Go early and see the bird show. Secretary bird is wonderful. Truly the best place for bird lovers. In 2024, I want to visit this park again with my friends.. #2024wish

The experience of having tea in a teahouse near Kakegawa Castle was a wonderful moment where Japanese tradition truly came to life. The atmosphere of the teahouse was tranquil, and the scent of tatami mats filled the air. Sitting in a comfortable tatami room, the moment the tea ceremony began, I was enveloped in a unique silence and beauty. The carefully prepared matcha had a rich, deep flavor. The Japanese sweets were also made with care and looked beautiful, and when I put them in my mouth, I was enveloped in a warm and happy feeling. I could feel the skill and consideration of the person who made the tea, and it was such a luxurious moment that I lost track of time. The tea ceremony in the teahouse, while touching on the history and culture of Kakegawa Castle, was a luxurious experience that refreshed both body and mind. It is also famous as the place where Sota Fujii achieved the first ever eight crowns. #PR #Shizuoka Tourism

The crown melons available at Mellow Shizuoka are truly exquisite. The sweetness and rich flavor are superb, and every bite brings a sense of happiness. You can really taste the original flavor of the fruit, and enjoy a luxuriously satisfying taste. The store is clean, and the staff are friendly. The staff are knowledgeable about melons and will explain things to you in detail, so you can feel at ease when making a purchase. The packaging is also very careful, so it's recommended for home use as well as for gifts! If you like melons, you should definitely try it. Mellow Shizuoka is a paradise for melon lovers. #PR #Shizuoka Tourism

The Kakegawa Stained Glass Museum is truly a treasure trove of art. The beautifully colored stained glass is very impressive, and the emotions are revived every time you visit. The museum is designed with unique designs, and the production process of each piece is clearly displayed. Particularly impressive is the exhibition room, where the harmony of light and color is attractive. The staff are friendly and eager to explain the works. There are also workshops held, where you can experience making your own stained glass, which is an attractive feature. The area around the museum has a quiet and calm atmosphere, allowing you to relax while immersing yourself in art. If you visit Kakegawa, we recommend that you do not miss this museum. #PR #Shizuoka Tourism

Kakegawa Kachouen is a place of wonderful harmony with nature. It is a garden like a paradise, where beautiful flowers and birds coexist. In the flowering area, flowers of all seasons bloomed in full bloom, and I was struck by their beauty. In addition, various kinds of birds flew freely in the wide open space, and I was able to feel their vitality. In particular, in the bird contact area, birds landed on the palm of my hand, and I was able to touch them up close, which was very moving. The staff's guidance is also polite, and it provides a comfortable time for visitors. Kakegawa Kachouen is a beautiful space where flowers and birds are woven in harmony, and it is a calm and healing place where you can feel the miracle of nature. For 300 yen, you can take photos with owls and penguins and even touch them! #PR #Shizuoka Tourism