“Street food” is one of the great joys of travel, allowing you to savor local specialties and regional dishes while exploring various shops. Atami Onsen and its surrounding areas are brimming with culinary delights, making it a perfect spot to enjoy street food alongside hot spring tours and shopping.
Below, we recommend must-visit street food spots in Atami. From Atami Onsen to 15 hidden gem eateries a bit farther out, let’s dive in!
1. Atami Pudding: Retro-Cute Signature Pudding with Rich Tanna Milk Flavor
Atami’s new iconic treat, “Atami Pudding,” draws daily crowds and blends seamlessly into the retro Showa-era streetscape despite opening in 2017. The signature Atami Pudding, made with Tanna milk and slowly steamed, offers a creamy, rich taste. Creative desserts like the “Bath Manju Pudding” topped with hot spring manju are also a hit.
Takeout puddings come in nostalgic milk bottles, evoking the refreshing moment after a hot spring bath. The in-store diner and café also serve plated puddings and pudding pancakes, making it a must-visit spot.
- Atami Pudding (熱海プリン)
- Address: 3-14 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-18:00 (regular)
- Closed: Irregular holidays
- Access: 3-minute walk from JR Atami Station
2. Ichigo BonBonBERRY ATAMI HOUSE: An Entire Building Dedicated to Strawberry Sweets!
Located at the end of Atami Station’s shopping street, “Ichigo BonBonBERRY ATAMI HOUSE” stands out with its giant strawberry logo. This renovated building is dedicated entirely to Shizuoka’s specialty strawberry sweets.
The first-floor showcase displays handmade strawberry treats from the second-floor kitchen, including hot spring manju strawberry skewers and strawberry soft-serve ice cream, available year-round with fresh strawberries. The 3rd and 4th-floor dining areas are packed with Instagrammable photo spots, and the sweets are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
- Ichigo BonBonBERRY ATAMI HOUSE (いちごBonBonBERRY ATAMI HOUSE)
- Address: 3-16 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-18:00
- Closed: None
- Access: 2-minute walk from JR Atami Station
3. Kosawa no Yu: Hot Spring Egg-Making Experience at Atami’s Seven Springs
“Kosawa no Yu,” one of Atami’s “Seven Hot Springs,” is located between Kinomiya and Atami Stations and is famous for making hot spring eggs with 90°C steam. Though it appears simple with just a stone monument and steaming rocks, it’s a hidden culinary gem.
Visitors bring their own eggs and use the provided steaming baskets and tongs to cook them in 7-10 minutes, enjoying piping-hot hot spring eggs. Relax on the nearby bench while savoring your creation.
- Kosawa no Yu (小沢の湯)
- Address: 14 Ginzacho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Access: 3-minute walk from Oyu Geyser Bus Stop
4. Heiwadori Shopping Street: Dried Fish and Hot Spring Manju Aroma
Located right outside JR Atami Station, the covered “Heiwadori Meitengai” shopping street is perfect for rainy days and exudes the nostalgic vibe of the Showa 30s-40s era. The steaming hot spring manju at manju shops and dried fish displays at seafood stores are iconic sights of this hot spring town.
Enjoy freshly steamed manju while blowing on it to cool it down, try a hand-dipped hot spring, or shop for fresh seafood, all brimming with fun.
- Heiwadori Shopping Street (平和通り商店街)
- Address: Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: Varies by shop
- Access: Immediate walk from JR Atami Station
5. Bonnet: Legendary Burgers That Captivated Literary Giants
Tucked in an alley off Atami Ginzacho Shopping Street, “Bonnet” is a 70-year-old café with a nostalgic jazz-filled ambiance.
Its signature burger, beloved by literary giants like Yukio Mishima and Junichiro Tanizaki, features a juicy patty with unique pickles, onions, and fries, maintaining the same soft, flavorful taste for over half a century, cherished across generations.
- Bonnet (ボンネット)
- Address: 8-14 Ginzacho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-16:00 (approx.)
- Closed: Sundays, occasional closures
- Access: 15-minute walk from JR Atami Station/Kinomiya Station
6. Atami Station Osakana Don-ya: Feast on Atami’s Seafood Extravaganza
Fresh fish from Atami, Izusan, and Ajino ports are top-notch, with the “Seafood Summit Don” piled high with tuna, amberjack, and caviar, offering a stunningly generous portion.
Mini donburi sets are also available, paired with local craft beer or specialty drinks to satisfy your taste buds.
- Atami Station Osakana Don-ya (熱海駅前・おさかな丼屋)
- Address: 3-7 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: Dine-in/Takeout 10:00-18:00 (last order 17:00)
- Closed: Irregular holidays
- Access: 3-minute walk from JR Atami Station
7. Atami Osakana Shokudo Aburiya: Fresh Fish Grilled on a Shichirin
“Atami Osakana Shokudo Aburiya” specializes in “fish grilling,” lightly searing Izu fish and tuna to lock in flavor. Half-cooked grilled fish atop feather-kettle rice bursts with juicy richness.
Lunch offers hearty set meals, and takeout seafood kama-meshi nigiri is perfect for enjoying by the sea.
- Atami Osakana Shokudo Aburiya (熱海おさかな食堂 炙り家)
- Address: 4-9 Ginzacho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: Weekdays/Weekends 12:00-22:00 (last order 21:00)
- Closed: Mondays (except holidays and peak seasons)
- Access: 15-minute walk from JR Atami Station
8. Enmeido: Century-Old Original Hot Spring Manju
Atami is dotted with hot spring manju shops, but “Enmeido,” established in the early Taisho era, is famed for its steam-cooked “Enmei Manju,” considered the original hot spring manju.
White manju, made with white honey, has a balanced sweet red bean filling; brown manju uses Okinawa brown sugar for a unique flavor. The shop’s Showa-era charm is a must-see.
- Enmeido (延命堂)
- Address: 3-28 Kamijukucho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-20:00
- Closed: Wednesdays, irregular holidays
- Access: 5-minute walk from Ginzacho Bus Stop
9. Mataichian Kinsei Atami Butter An: Japanese-Western Fusion Sweets
Founded in Meiji 4, “Mataichian” offers the “Atami Butter An Bread,” selling 350,000 units annually. Thin bread stuffed with homemade red bean paste and butter is sweet yet balanced.
Mini breads, donuts, and dorayaki with rum raisin or caramel nut flavors are also popular. Seasonal items sell out quickly, so arrive early.
- Mataichian Kinsei Atami Butter An (又一庵謹製 熱海ばたーあん)
- Address: 5-11 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-18:00
- Closed: Irregular holidays
- Access: 2-minute walk from JR Atami Station
10. Wami Ippin Omaze: Seafood-Packed Chirashi Sushi
“Wami Ippin Omaze” serves a single signature chirashi sushi, loaded with tuna, amberjack, caviar, and more, complemented by nori, pickled ginger, and a secret sweet sauce for a harmonious flavor.
Add-ons like kama-cooked shirasu or salmon are available, and its prime location near Atami Station makes it ideal for a quick meal.
- Wami Ippin Omaze (和味逸品 おまぜ)
- Address: 1F Kano Building, 3-15 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: Weekdays 11:00-18:00, Saturdays 11:00-19:00 (last entry)
- Closed: Wednesdays, irregular holidays
- Access: 2-minute walk from JR Atami Station
11. COEDA HOUSE: Kengo Kuma-Designed Seaside Café
Located in ACAO FOREST, “COEDA HOUSE,” designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, features a distinctive interwoven branch exterior.
Window seats offer sweeping sea and sky views, with must-try items like Atami orange cheesecake and rose ice cream, delighting both the eyes and palate.
- COEDA HOUSE
- Address: 1027-8 Kamitaga, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture (inside ACAO FOREST)
- Hours: 9:30-16:00 (last order)
- Closed: Follows ACAO FOREST closure days
- Access: Free shuttle bus from JR Atami Station
12. Atami Square Choux Cream: Bite-Sized Street Sweets
In Heiwadori Meitengai, “Atami Square Choux Cream” catches the eye with its block-shaped choux pastries, handmade for perfect on-the-go snacking.
Six flavors, including Tanna milk custard, Shizuoka matcha, and Toda salt caramel, are local favorites. The caramel brûlée choux, with its rich cream and bittersweet notes, is a standout.
- Atami Square Choux Cream (熱海スクエアシュークリーム)
- Address: 3-6 Tawarahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 10:00-17:00
- Closed: Irregular holidays
- Access: 4-minute walk from JR Atami Station
13. MOA Museum of Art: National Treasures and Gourmet Delights
Perched on Atami’s hilltop, the MOA Museum of Art is renowned for its kaleidoscope projections and exceptional Japanese restaurants and dessert shops.
The tea room offers traditional Japanese sweets, while the first-floor “the café” boasts Sagami Bay views. Try the orange chiffon cake, a sweet-tart delight with a fluffy texture.
- MOA Museum of Art (MOA美術館)
- Address: 26-2 Momoyamacho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 9:30-16:30 (last entry 16:00)
- Closed: Thursdays (except holidays), exhibition change days
- Access: Immediate walk from MOA Museum Bus Stop
14. Ajikurabe: Morning-Caught Fish Dishes to Amaze Your Taste Buds
Near Ajino Port, “Ajikurabe” operates its own fishing boats, serving morning-caught fish kept fresh in live tanks. From sashimi to sushi, donburi, and fried dishes, the menu is diverse.
Translucent live squid sashimi and fisherman-style bonito mago-chazuke are unforgettable highlights.
- Ajikurabe (味くらべ)
- Address: 491 Shimotaga, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 11:00-19:30 (last order)
- Closed: Thursdays (open year-end)
- Access: 6-minute walk from JR Ajino Station
15. Taikobo Sea Fishing: Freshly Caught Seafood with Extra Flavor
Atami’s only sea fishing spot, “Taikobo” in Ajino, offers true bream and mackerel fishing with full equipment, perfect for beginners.
Catches can be prepared on-site as sashimi, simmered, or grilled dishes, enjoyed with the sea breeze, paired with a hot spring visit for maximum fun.
- Taikobo Sea Fishing (海上釣り堀 太公望)
- Address: 100-7 Ajino, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Hours: 8:00-15:00
- Closed: Wednesdays
- Access: 10-minute walk from JR Ajino Station
Atami Food Tips
Just 50 minutes from Tokyo Station by Shinkansen, Atami is a prime destination for hot springs and gourmet experiences. Atami Onsen, one of Japan’s three major hot springs, dates back to the Nara period, with records of Tokugawa Ieyasu visiting for therapeutic soaks in the Edo era. After a hot spring dip, wander the old streets, savoring hot spring manju, seafood, and retro sweets for a delightful culinary adventure.
*Note: Eating while walking is prohibited in some areas. Please follow etiquette and dine courteously.
