Shizuoka City, an easy destination for a weekend getaway or a short escape from the city, is often overlooked by travelers due to its high profile location. The city is home to sites such as Miho no Matsubara and Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, and is also home to the Hagoromo no Matsu, a centuries-old pine tree associated with a local legend. The Kami no Michi, or Path of the Gods, a sacred route leading to Mihon Shrine offers a deeper connection to the spiritual and natural history of the region. Shizoka is also known as the top producer of commercial wasabi due to the temperate climate, abundant rainfall and clean flowing water. The author also explored the Sea with a group of seafood at Maguro Totosuke, a casual seafood restaurant known for its tuna dishes.