The Best Places to Visit in Atami
21 August 2024
Atami is a hot spring resort, only 1-hour and 20 minutes from Tokyo by the Shinkansen train. You can see beautiful views of coastline as it faces the sea and benefits from a hilly location. In addition to its hot springs, you can enjoy a diverse range of tourist attractions such as museums, parks, beaches, shrines and botanical gardens.
This article introduces some of the best places to visit in Atami for tourists from overseas.
Best places to visit in Atami
These are the must-see places to visit in Atami. Note that Atami has many hills, so we recommend taking the city bus rather than walking. All the sights explained here are close to bus stops.
Atami Plum Garden
Atami Plum Garden is a park with around 500 plum trees, which are in full bloom from January to March. The Plum Festival is held during this period and many tourists attend. However, it is also worth visiting outside the festival period. The photo above was taken on 1 December, and we can see that it looks beautiful. Admission is free, except during the festival.
Address: 8-11 Baiencho, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0032, Japan
(Click to open Google Maps)Open: every day
Opening hours: 24 hours
Admission fee: free except from 6 January 2024 to 29 February 2024 (Price ¥300/adult)
Atami Ropeway
Next, we recommend the Atami Ropeway. Although it is only 10 minutes by bus from Atami Station, you can see the entire coastline of Atami from the observation deck where you can also enjoy the cafe. The ropeway is very reasonably priced at only ¥400/adult for a one-way ticket and ¥600/adult for a return.
Address: 8-15 Wadahamaminamicho, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0023, Japan
(Click to open Google Maps)Open: every day
Opening hours: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Entry: ¥400/adult for a one-way ticket and ¥600/adult for a return
Kinomiya Shrine
If you want to experience the traditional beauty of Japan, the Kinomiya Shrine is the best place to go in Atami. It is an old shrine and is known as a strong power spot. The atmosphere of the shrine is very sacred and there is a huge camphor tree which has been designated as a national, natural monument. The shrine is believed to be beneficial for physical health, prosperous business and good relationships with others, and it also attracts many Japanese people.
Address: 8-15 Wadahamaminamicho, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0023, Japan
(Click to open Google Maps)Open: every day
Opening hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entry: free for entry
ACAO Forest
ACAO Forest is a large garden where visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers. A wide variety of plants are in bloom here, including roses, bulb plants and herbs. You can feel the seasonal changes as you walk through the garden. On sunny days, you can take photos here against the beautiful background of the blue sea and sky. The park is one of the best places to visit in Atami. In April 2024, the access became easier with the introduction of a shuttle bus service from Atami Station (⇨Link).
Address: 1027-8 Kamitaga, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0101, Japan
(Click to open Google Maps)Open: every day
Opening hours: 9:00 AM to 17:00 PM
Entry: ¥4,000/adult and ¥1,000/child
Atami Sun Beach
Atami Sun Beach is a 400m long sandy beach with palm trees. It is the most popular beach in Atami, attracting many families and young people in summer. The beach is lit up at night and you can enjoy its beautiful scenery throughout the year. It is also good for walking. You can relax and enjoy the nature and history of Atami. The opening period for the beaches this year has not yet been decided, but in 2023 they were open from 8 July to 27 August. If you enjoy swimming, please note that exposure of tattoos is prohibited.
Address: Atami, Shizuoka 413-0012, Japan
(Click to open Google Maps)Open: every day
Opening hours: 9:00 AM to 16:00 PM
Entry: free
