Wi-Fi and Travel Information in Shizuoka, Japan: Your Ultimate Guide

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Free Public Wi-Fi in Shizuoka

In the Izu area, there are "IZUPASS" provided by Izunokuni City, "MISHIMA FREE Wi-Fi" provided by Mishima City, and "NUMAZU Free Wi-Fi" provided by Numazu City. These are available at major sightseeing spots, restaurants, stations and accommodation facilities.
Check "IZUPASS" to find Public Wi-Fi spots and sightseeing information in the Izu area.

▼IZUPASS
https://openwifi.jp.e.aae.hp.transer.com/about/izupass?locale=en

Also, free Wi-Fi spots are available in Atami City and Hamamatsu City. You can use them at stations, sightseeing spots, and accommodations.
Please note that some Wi-Fi networks have restrictions on usage time and the number of times you connect to the internet.

Other Free Wi-Fi Available in Shizuoka

In Shizuoka Prefecture, in addition to public Wi-Fi, shops and facilities may have their own Wi-Fi. Here are some examples of non-public free Wi-Fi available in Shizuoka.

Cafes

In Shizuoka Prefecture, there are coffee shops that are part of nationwide chains throughout Japan, such as Starbucks and Doutor Coffee. There are 41 Starbucks Coffee shops with Wi-Fi in Shizuoka Prefecture. Doutor Coffee has 16 shops.
In addition to this, there are many other cafes that have free Wi-Fi. Especially around Shizuoka Station, there are plenty of cafes equipped with Wi-Fi.
The number of cafes with Wi-Fi decreases when you move away from the downtown area, but there are some private coffee shops that have Wi-Fi.

Hotels

There are many lodging facilities with free Wi-Fi in Shizuoka Prefecture. According to Tripadvisor, there are 203 accommodations with free Wi-Fi in Shizuoka Prefecture as of February 19, 2023. Free Wi-Fi is available in a wide range of accommodation facilities, from luxury inns costing over 30,000 yen per night to business hotels costing around 5,000 yen per night.
Shizuoka is also famous for Atami, one of Japan's leading hot spring areas. According to the "Atami Onsen Oyado Navi" operated by the Atami Onsen Hotel and Ryokan Cooperative Association, there are 52 inns with internet and Wi-Fi in Atami Onsen. However, it is not stated whether it is free or not, so be sure to ask the inn in advance.

Stations

Free Wi-Fi is also installed at major stations in Shizuoka Prefecture. JR Central's "JR-Central_FREE" service is available at Shizuoka Station, Mishima Station, Numazu Station, and Fujinomiya Station.
You can also connect to free Wi-Fi at the station building "Parche", which is directly connected to Shizuoka Station, as well as coffee shops and drug stores inside the Hamamatsu Station building called May-One.

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In Shizuoka Prefecture, there are many places that offer free Wi-Fi. However, connections on public Wi-Fi are not encrypted, meaning it is not secured. Municipalities that provide public Wi-Fi are even warning you when using it.
If you want to use Wi-Fi safely, "WiFiBOX" is recommended. WiFiBOX is a Wi-Fi rental service that allows you to go through all procedures easily and without any human contact, and it can be used as a power bank as well.
We will introduce the procedure for using and setting up WiFiBOX, as well as recommended places to pick-up and return.

How to rent and use your Wi-Fi unit

1. Make a reservation online

On the WiFiBOX official website (https://wifibox.telecomsquare.co.jp/en), select "Japan". Enter the necessary items such as the rental period and internet plan, register as a member, and then complete the payment.

2. Scan the QR code (*) on the WiFi BOX rental machine

After making the reservation, you will receive an email with the subject "How to Pick Up Your Wi-Fi Unit". When you are in front of the rental machine, open the link inside the email, and scan the QR code (*) on the display of the rental machine.
(* "QR Code" is a registered trademark of Denso Wave)

3. Pick up your Wi-Fi unit and start using

Pull out the Wi-Fi unit from the rental machine

4. Connect to the Wi-Fi

Turn on the power of the unit and set up the Wi-Fi connection. Select the SSID written on the back of the Wi-Fi unit and enter the password to complete the connection.

See below for detailed instructions.

▼Quick Guide WiFiBOX
https://wifibox.telecomsquare.co.jp/en/pages/guide

Pick-up/return locations

WiFiBOX can be picked up and returned at major airports in Japan, and also Tokyo Station. We are also now available in Shinjuku and Shibuya Station area
When heading to Shizuoka, it is a good idea to receive your WiFiBOX at the airport or station you plan to pass through before heading to the destination.
Please see below for the detailed locations of the WiFiBOX.

▼WiFiBOX location list
WiFiBOX Location List

About Shizuoka

Shizuoka Prefecture is located in the central part of Japan, facing Mt. Fuji in the north and the Pacific Ocean in the south. It is warm and comfortable throughout the year, and it does not snow much. It is divided into four areas, the western area, the central area, the eastern area, and the Izu area, in all of which rich nature and urban areas coexist.
Mount Fuji and Nirayama Reverberatory Furnace, both of which are World Heritage Sites, are located here. It is also known as the "Capital of Tea", with the highest production and consumption of tea in Japan. Atami Onse

Highlights of Shizuoka

Shizuoka Prefecture has many attractions. We'll introduce 5 spots that are particularly popular among travelers.

Shuzenji

Shuzenji is an area located on the north side of the Izu Peninsula. The hot spring town spreads around Shuzenji Temple, and its scenic landscape is popular.
The "Bamboo Grove Path" along the Katsura River is full of Japanese atmosphere. It is also lit up at night, creating a fantastical atmosphere. Besides, it is a place where you can see various scenery depending on the season, such as maple groves, plum groves, and cherry blossoms.
Shuzenji Temple in the center of Shuzenji is a Zen temple founded by Kukai and has a deep connection with the Kamakura Shogunate. It might be a good idea to tour historical sites related to the Kamakura Shogunate.

Fuji Safari Park

Fuji Safari Park is a facility in Susono City. You can see about 900 animals of 60 kinds.
The park is divided into the Safari Zone, where you can get on a car or bus and see how the animals spend their time, and the Petting Zone, where you can directly interact with the animals. There is also a walking course in the Safari Zone, where you can learn about the animals and feed them while listening to commentary from the staff. In the petting zone, you can play with and feed animals such as kangaroos, capybaras, and ponies.
Events are held frequently, making it a recommended spot for families.

Shiraito Falls

Shiraito Falls is a famous waterfall in Fujinomiya City. It is designated as a national scenic spot and a natural monument.
The sight of waterfalls of various sizes and thickness cascading from a 150-meter-wide rock wall down 20 meters high is a sight to behold. It's just like threads slipping down. There is a large parking lot, and from there you walk down about 100 steps to the waterfall basin.
There is also Otodome Falls on the way to the basin. Unlike Shiraito Falls, this is a very powerful waterfall with a large amount of water roaring down.

Shirahama

Shirahama is a resort area located in the southeast of the Izu Peninsula. It has three beaches: Shirahama Ohama Beach, Shirahama Chuo Beach, and Shirahama Itado Beach (Isshiki Beach), and is a place bustling with many beachgoers in the summer. There are many surfers enjoying the area, while many surfing competitions are also held here.
You can also enjoy abundant seafood such as spiny lobster and alfonsino. There are also events such as fireworks displays and the Shirahama Shrine Festival, making it a perfect place to experience something out of the ordinary.

Atami

Atami is a hot spring town located in the northern part of the Izu Peninsula. It is a popular hot spring resort ranked 8th in Jalan's "2023 Popular Hot Spring Area Rankings Selected by Jalan Net Users Nationwide!"(*), and it boasts one of the nation's largest amounts of hot water. It is popular also because it is close to the Tokyo city center and easy to access.
(*) "Jalan" is a major online travel agency in Japan.
In Atami, you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of a hot spring town such as hot spring inns, public baths, and hot spring steam gushing out from various places.
In summer and winter, fireworks festivals are held on the sea, which are particularly popular events. In addition, there are various sightseeing spots in the surrounding area, such as Himenosawa Park, which has beautiful azaleas, Atami Plum Garden, which is known for having the earliest blooming of azaleas in Japan, and the MOA Museum of Art, where you can experience Japanese culture.

Wrapping Up the Internet and Wi-Fi situation in Shizuoka

In Shizuoka Prefecture, many municipalities provide public Wi-Fi, and there are plenty of locations such as restaurants, commercial facilities, stations, etc., where you can use free Wi-Fi. However, since security can be a concern, it is better to bring your own Wi-Fi.
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