Published date: July 28, 2025
Recommended Hotels for Mishima & Atami Travel
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
We stayed at "Dormy Inn Fujigoko Mishima," conveniently located just a short walk from Mishima Station!
The hotel was very clean, and the staff provided courteous service, making for a pleasant stay.
The lobby features a coffee and drink bar, and there was a welcoming treat (I received a financier) in the room's refrigerator, which was delightful.
The biggest attraction is the natural hot spring bath located on the top floor.
There is also an outdoor bath, and if the weather is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji, though unfortunately it was cloudy during our visit.
After the bath, there is a complimentary service for the famous ice candy. The next morning, it was replaced with a dairy beverage.
Additionally, in the evening, we enjoyed the famous **"Yakan Soba"** (a light ramen served for free), warming us up nicely at the end of our journey.
It's conveniently located near the station for sightseeing, perfect for those wanting to refresh in a hot spring.
Just under 20 minutes by train to Atami, it's a reasonable and convenient choice.
I definitely want to repeat my stay at this favorite hotel when I visit Mishima again! 😊
Experiences during the trip
📍 A 1-night, 2-day journey in Mishima and Atami to refresh the soul.
Mishima is easily accessible from Tokyo and offers both nature and gourmet delights.
We extended our trip to Atami for a relaxing adult retreat.
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Starting the journey at "Unagi Banto"
Right after leaving Mishima Station, we headed to "Unagi Banto".
It's a popular local eel restaurant, and there was a line even before opening.
The eel, carefully grilled after being steamed, has an exquisite balance of savoriness and sweetness of the sauce.
It was the perfect reward meal to kick off our trip.
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Refreshing Summer Walk at "Genbe River"
After the meal, we went to "Genbe River".
The stepping stones set in the river allow you to walk through it,
and the water is surprisingly clear and cold, like a natural foot bath.
This leisurely time, walking while listening to the sound of the flowing water, might have been my favorite part of this trip.
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Relaxing Visit at "Mishima Taisha"
We visited Mishima Taisha, a shrine beloved by locals, walking through the trees to the main shrine.
In the solemn atmosphere, we could calm our minds and pray.
We even received a goshuin (shrine stamp) as a travel memento.
There are sacred deers, which added a touch of healing.
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Mystical World at "Kakita River Spring"
The next day, we ventured a little further to "Kakita River Spring".
There are fewer buses, so we took a taxi this time.
The water here is astonishingly beautiful...
The transparent water, bubbling from underground, looks blue, like a tranquil "water shrine".
Even though it was a hot day, the surrounding air was cool and refreshing, making it a place where you could easily linger.
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Food Walk and Hand/Foot Bath Tour at "Atami Shopping Street"
Then we moved to Atami and explored the shopping street in front of the station.
We sampled dried fish and warm onsen buns while visiting hand and foot baths along the way, taking a leisurely stroll to soothe our travel fatigue.
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🌿 A small journey healed by nature and water.
Mishima and Atami are close but offer completely different experiences.
This trip was what it feels like to enjoy just walking around.