Kagoshima finally dethroning the nation's top tea-growing prefecture sent shock waves through local producers. Until now, Shizuoka Prefecture had placed first since record-keeping began in 1959 ...

While the mountain is visible throughout most of Shizuoka Prefecture, it is best experienced by visiting towns like Gotemba and Fujinomiya, which are situated near the base of the mountain.

Shizuoka Prefecture, with its geographical advantages, was the most popular relocation destination in 2022 for the third straight year, according to a survey by a Tokyo-based nonprofit organization.