Shimizu Ward in Shizuoka City is a region famous for soccer, and is the home of the professional soccer team, Shimizu S-Pulse. It is also a hub for international maritime culture, and has a strong connection to the sea and water. Since the development of Shimizu Port, it has become a major logistics hub, revitalizing the region. Its main specialties include tea and mandarin oranges. Its rose production is also among the best in Japan. The area also places great emphasis on fishing, with Suruga Bay producing an abundance of seafood such as tuna and whitebait. The Shimizu Port Festival is held every August, a grand event featuring a local dance called Minato Kappo.