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Kawazu
Spend a half‑day on the waterfall walk; add one night for hot‑spring ryokan if you want on‑sen soaking.
Kawazu is a tiny Izu Peninsula town famous for its seven waterfalls and wasabi farms. A short walk covers the falls; a night at a ryokan lets you enjoy the Nanadaru Onsen hot springs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- FSZ
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Kawazu110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kawazu, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyKawazu is generally safe; watch for slippery waterfalls after rain and keep an eye on train schedules, especially the last Odoriko service.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportFSZ Shizuoka Airport (Bus or train to Mishima, then JR to Kawazu (≈2 h total).).
- Getting aroundWalk the waterfall trail (≈1 km (0.6 mi)).Walk the waterfall trail (≈0.6 mi (1 km)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealFruit sandwich (Shiodaya)¥500 (≈ US$4)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ridecheck¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥6,000 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- FSZ Shizuoka Airport (Bus or train to Mishima, then JR to Kawazu (≈2 h total).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kawazu: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
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11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
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Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
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May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
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Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the waterfall trail (≈1 km). Local bus runs the coastal road; rental car useful for Route 414 scenic drive.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shimoda
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
JR Odoriko to Shimoda, about 30 min from Kawazu
Historic port and beaches; good for a half‑day.
Atami
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
JR Odoriko to Atami, about 45 min
Onsen town with hot‑spring foot baths.
Izu (central)
goDoor to door: ≈40 min
Bus along Route 414, 20 min
Visit Izu’s tea fields and coastline.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Amagiso (天城荘)
Ryokan with outdoor baths at Odaru waterfall; rooms from ¥6,000 night, day‑ticket ¥2,500.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Ryokan room (double)1 × 1 night × ¥9,000 | ¥9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥16,000 |
| Odoriko round‑trip Tokyo–Kawazu2 × ¥6,200 · check | ¥12,400 |
| Hot‑spring day ticket at Amagiso2 × ¥2,500 · check | ¥5,000 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × ¥2,500 · check | ¥5,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥4,740 |
| Trip total≈ ¥26,070 per person per day, bed included | ¥52,140≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Fruit sandwich (Shiodaya) | ¥500 (≈ US$4) |
| Wasabi paste (small tub) | ¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Hot‑spring day ticket (Amagiso) | ¥2,500 (≈ US$17) |
| Local bus ridecheck | ¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last Odoriko train from Tokyo arrives around 20:00; plan onward travel.Last Odoriko train from Tokyo arrives around 8:00 PM; plan onward travel.
- Waterfall trail can be slippery after rain – wear sturdy shoes.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; other embassies in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tokyo → Kawazu (Odoriko): about ¥5,500 (≈ US$40) reserved, ~2 h 30 min (check)
- Kawazu → Amagiso ryokan shuttle: ≈¥300 (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the bathroom? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kawazu. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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