1. Good living environment
The area surrounding Hiratsuka Station is rich in commercial facilities and restaurants, making it a very convenient area to live.
- Supermarket: OK Hiratsuka, Shimamura Store, and Gyomu Supermarket are convenient for daily shopping.
- Drugstores: Wellcia, Matsumoto Kiyoshi, and many others are scattered throughout the area.
- Convenience stores: 7-Eleven, Family Mart, and Lawson are within walking distance.
2. Good transportation access
- Closest Station: Tokyo, Japan
- Hiratsuka Station, JR Tokaido Honsen Line (approx. 10 min. walk)
- By bus
- Many Kannanaka buses run from Hiratsuka Station, providing access to various parts of the city and to Fujisawa and Chigasaki areas.
- Car travel: (by car)
- Close to Route 1 and the Shin-Shonan Bypass for easy access to the Shonan area and Tokyo.
3. Good educational and child-rearing environment
- Schools: Hiratsuka Municipal Sozen Elementary School and Hiratsuka Municipal Eyo Junior High School are nearby, convenient for commuting to school.
- Parks: Hiratsuka Chuo Park and Shonan Kaigan Park are ideal for children to play.
- Learning: There are a variety of cram schools and sports clubs, making it a great environment for households raising children.
4. Many natural and recreational spots
- Shonan Kaigan (about 10 minutes by bicycle, where you can enjoy a walk along the sea and marine sports)
- Hiratsuka General Park (popular with families for its large lawn and sports facilities)
- Umairi Fureai Park (a spot for jogging and watching soccer games)
5. Excellent shopping and gourmet food
- Lalaport Shonan Hiratsuka (10 minutes by car, a large commercial facility with fashion, restaurants, and a movie theater)
- Shopping streets and restaurants around Hiratsuka Station: many long-established Japanese restaurants, popular ramen stores, cafes, etc.
- Station building Laska Hiratsuka (convenient facility for shopping and dining)
