Shizuoka (city)

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Shizuoka (city)

Name

Shizuoka (city)

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Shizuoka is a coastal city located in central Japan along the Tokaido Corridor. It serves as a major hub for green tea production and is famous for its proximity to Mount Fuji. The city historically hosted shoguns and remains a vital transit point between Tokyo and Nagoya.

Statistics

Area

1,411.90 km²

Population

685,589

Location