Kunozan Toshogu Shrine Tours and Tickets

Visit three of the most popular spots around Shimizu in a few hours on this private tour. Start your adventure as soon as you arrive thanks to convenient roundtrip transportation from Shimizu Port. See the town’s highlights and take scenic photos of tea fields, shrines, Nihondaira ropeway, and Mount Fuji.

We will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1. Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt.Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2. Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3. Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove= a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center) Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to lower the risk to line up for the ropeway. Though the capacity of a sedan taxi is 3 guests + a guide, we recommend this tour for up to 2 guests. It is small for 3 big people to sit in the rear seat. In this case, we recommend our van taxi tour. If you have a wheelchair, please let us know the size. Due to the limited number of guides, we accept a maximum of 10 group bookings per day (one booking per group).

Enjoy a private, full-day walking tour of Shizuoka/Shimizu with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. From the striking views of Mt. Fuji, to the history of the Old Tokaido Road, Shizuoka offers abundant nature and unique cultural experiences. Visit the castle of Japan's most famous shogun, take a ride on a steam locomotive, and/or enjoy the views of Mt. Fuji. Share your interests and your guide will customize a tour specifically for you.

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Shizuoka on this private tour. Begin with Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, a beautifully preserved site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, surrounded by lush forested hills. Continue to Nihondaira for spectacular panoramic views of the city, Mt. Fuji, and Suruga Bay, with a ropeway ride for an elevated perspective. Visit Sunpu Castle Park, the historic castle grounds offering a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past, and conclude at Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, a site of spiritual and cultural significance in the city.

Taxi tours are recommended for sightseeing in Shizuoka. Selected the places that should not be missed in Shizuoka sightseeing. This tour is more economical than other guided tours because it does not have a guide. The driver is not an English-speaking guide, but will communicate with you using a translation app, so don't worry! There are 3 points. Enjoy Walking along the shore ”Miho no Matsubara”where the heavenly maidens descended and registered as a component of the Mt Fuji World Heritage Site.. Nihondaira is about 300 m above sea level. It is one of Shizuoka City's most famous scenic spots, having been voted No. 1 on the list of the 100 best sightseeing spots in Japan.From the observatory, visitors can enjoy a 360° 'panoramic view' of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay and Miho Matsubara. Kunouzan Toshogu Shrine is associated with shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Whether he is buried in the mausoleum of him on this site is still a mystery. Imagine seeing the mausoleum with your own eyes!

Fashionable and comfortable rental hybrid bikes from JR Shizuoka Station (1 hour by bullet train from Tokyo Station) (Louis Garneau Chasse or  Merida Crossway) We can suggest some recommended courses which is suitable for your interests. (along river, along sea, green tea farm in countryside, historical shrine, e.t.c)

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Shizuoka City along the Golden Route with stunning views of Mt. Fuji, utilizing convenient public transportation throughout the journey, as you visit iconic destinations such as Kunozan Toshogu, Nihondaira, Miho no Matsubara, and S-pulse Dream Plaza; the tour includes a round trip on the Nihondaira Ropeway and covers local transportation fees, making it an ideal choice for JR Pass holders seeking easy access from Tokyo and Nagoya. There are two plans 【From Shizuoka Station】or【From Shimizu Port】! ※Shimizu Port Departure Plan's the order of visiting is the opposite of 【From Shizuoka Station】 ※We can arrange the itinerary time according to the arrival time of the cruise. As an additional option, you have the opportunity to enhance your experience by adding a round-trip Shinkansen ticket from Nagoya. Free gift of hand towel and tea. (As the free gift is limited, it will end as soon as it is out of stock.)

This tour is designed for travelers who visit Shizuoka by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Shimizu Port or hotels near the port. This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-Speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Shizuoka City. Shizuoka is home to amazingly unique food, history, culture and natural beauty. Follow in the footsteps of ancient travelers along the Old Tokaido Road while taking in the majestic views of Mt. Fuji and other natural attractions. Come to Shizuoka and see the unforgettable sightseeing spots for yourself! Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

This tour will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1, Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt. Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3, Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove) a part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center). We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour. Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to reduce the risk to line up for the ropeway. Note: If you have wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know the number and its size. Due to the limited number of guides, we accept a maximum of 10 group bookings per day (one booking per group).

Taxi tours are recommended for sightseeing in Shizuoka. We have selected the places that should not be missed in Shizuoka sightseeing. you will visit The following three places. Miho no Matsubara is registered as a component of the Mt Fuji World Heritage Site. Enjoy the postcard-perfect scenery of beautiful Mt Fuji, the sea and pine groves. Nihondaira is about 300 m above sea level. It is one of Shizuoka City's most famous scenic spots, having been voted No. 1 on the list of the 100 best sightseeing spots in Japan.From the observatory, visitors can enjoy a 360° 'panoramic view' of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay and Miho Matsubara. Kunouzan Toshogu Shrine is associated with shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. The Nihondaira Ropeway takes visitors to the shrine, which is a national treasure, and requires a climb of approximately 100 stone steps. People who have anything problem for exmple wheelchair users find it difficult to visit the shrine .

We can accommodate a maximum of 26 travelers per tour. When making your reservation, please indicate the number of participants in the “Special Requests” section. This tour will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1, Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt. Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3, Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove) a part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center). Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to reduce the risk to line up for the ropeway. Note: If you have wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know the number and its size. Due to the limited number of guides, we accept a maximum of 10 group bookings per day (one booking per group).

Taxi tours are recommended for sightseeing in Shizuoka. We have selected the places that should not be missed in Shizuoka sightseeing. you will visit The following three places. Miho no Matsubara is registered as a component of the Mt Fuji World Heritage Site. Enjoy the postcard-perfect scenery of beautiful Mt Fuji, the sea and pine groves. Nihondaira is about 300 m above sea level. It is one of Shizuoka City's most famous scenic spots, having been voted No. 1 on the list of the 100 best sightseeing spots in Japan.From the observatory, visitors can enjoy a 360° 'panoramic view' of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay and Miho Matsubara. Kunouzan Toshogu Shrine is associated with shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. The Nihondaira Ropeway takes visitors to the shrine, which is a national treasure, and requires a climb of approximately 100 stone steps. People who have anything problem for exmple wheelchair users find it difficult to visit the shrine .

By participating this tour, you can visit 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1. Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt.Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2. Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3. Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove= a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center) Our friendly English (or French) speaking guides who live in this area will guide you. They have a lot of knowledge about this area. We provide this tour by a comfortable jumbo taxis (van taxis). Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to reduce the risk to line up for the ropeway. If you have wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know about the number and the size.

This tour will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1, Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt. Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3, Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove) a part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center). We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour. Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to reduce the risk to line up for the ropeway. If you have some wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know about the number and size.

We will take you to 3 most popular spots around Shimizu. 1. Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt.Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Spectacular view from Nihondaira ropeway) 2. Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a brilliant national treasure shrine. This beautiful shrine is for giving worship to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. 3. Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove= a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center) Regarding to the starting time, we recommend you to start earlier as possible to lower the risk to line up for the ropeway. Note: Though the capacity of a sedan taxi is up to 3 guests + a guide, we recommend this sedan taxi tour for up to 2 guests + a guide. It is small for 3 big people to sit in the rear seat. In this case, we highly recommend to choose our van taxi tour instead of sedan taxi tour.

Visit Shimizu (Shizuoka)’s signature sights in a cruise-friendly day: Nihondaira’s panoramic views, the Nihondaira Ropeway, and the historic Kunozan Toshogu Shrine—then choose an afternoon that fits you. This private 7-hour tour is paced for comfort with local insight and photo stops, and is built for a reliable return to port. Choose from: IAI Stadium Nihondaira for soccer culture (exterior/viewpoints; interior tour on limited dates—please contact us), S-Pulse Dream Plaza & Chibi Maruko-chan Land for families, Miho no Matsubara for iconic coastal scenery, or Shizuoka City’s Sunpu Castle Park and Shizuoka Sengen Shrine for history. Great for first-time visitors, couples, small groups, adventure seekers, and families with children.

Recommended Attractions: Kunouzan Toshogu Shrine - Miho no Matsubara - Shuzenji - Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival Embark on a Shizuoka Cherry Blossom Private Day Tour, where your private driver will pick you up directly from your hotel and take you to these stunning cherry blossom spots. Cherry blossoms typically bloom from February to March in Shizuoka. Please check the forecast and discuss the route with your driver.

This 6 hr tour includes a 90-minute Japanese Tea plantation visit at Moriuchi Tea Farm in Shizuoka City. Moriuchi Tea Farm is run by a husband and wife team who are the ninth-generation owners of the farm, it has been in existence since the Edo Period. They are passionate about passing down their knowledge to others and preserving their family's heritage. You can explore a green tea plantation, try their unique brewed tea, and relax on the lookout with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. After your Tea Farm visit, you will go on a tour with our licensed guide in Shizuoka City. Your tour also includes a private vehicle and driver for the duration of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 1 to 2 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Start time: The estimated time for the experience will be about 1 hours from the start of the tour.

IAI Stadium Nihondaira—home of Shimizu S-Pulse—is known for its dramatic hillside setting, where Mt. Fuji may appear behind the stands and Suruga Bay can be seen in the distance on clear days, making it one of Japan’s most scenic stadium stops. This private, cruise-friendly 7-hour tour is designed for comfort, local insight, and a reliable return to port by private car. Begin at IAI Stadium Nihondaira for an introduction to Shizuoka’s soccer culture and beautiful stadium setting, then continue to Nihondaira Yume Terrace for wide views of Mt. Fuji, Suruga Bay, and the surrounding landscape. Next, ride the Nihondaira Ropeway toward Kunozan and visit Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, a richly decorated site connected to Tokugawa Ieyasu. Please note that the approach can involve 1,159 stone steps, so we will keep a comfortable pace and adjust as needed. NOTICE: Visit order may change depending on weather, traffic, operating conditions, and your interests.