Top Shizuoka Car Tours

Mt. Fuji Highlight Tour — A Private and Fulfilling Experience This private tour is designed exclusively for guests arriving at Shimizu Port by cruise ship. Within your limited port time, you will efficiently visit Mt. Fuji’s most iconic and scenic spots, ensuring a memorable experience. Travel in comfort with your own private vehicle and a knowledgeable local guide, giving you flexible access to places that are difficult to reach by public transport. Throughout the tour, your guide will share insights into local culture, nature, and history, enriching every stop along the way. Please note that the itinerary may be adjusted or certain spots omitted depending on weather, traffic, or timing, to make the most of your visit. This well-balanced private tour offers a meaningful way to enjoy Japan’s iconic sights during your short stay at port.

Perfect for cruise ship passengers, this tour of the Fujinomiya area is a unique opportunity to discover Japan's natural world. Led by an experienced English-speaking guide, travel in a jumbo taxi around the region. Enjoy ample photographic opportunities while visiting Lake Tanuki. Discover the Mount Fuji spring water Shiraito Falls and surrounding scenery. Learn about local history at the incredible Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine.

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.

Our private tour is a relaxed and fully customizable experience guided by a local from the Fuji countryside. You’ll visit a selection of well known viewpoints and quiet local spots such as lakes, forests, waterfalls, lava caves, and rural tea fields. The listed stops represent a basic route, but the day is designed with extra time to allow flexibility. The total tour duration is intentionally longer than the listed spot times to allow for travel between locations, optional detours, meal breaks, and on-the-day customization. Guests may choose to skip certain stops, spend more time at others, or replace locations with alternative spots in Fujinomiya or Fuji City depending on their interests. After booking, your guide will contact you to adjust the itinerary based on your pace, preferences, and current conditions. Routes may also change due to weather, traffic, or crowd levels to ensure the best possible experience. A flexible, private way to enjoy Mt. Fuji beyond fixed schedules.

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Hakone's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Join us to visit the beautiful mountain resort town of Hakone. Nestled in the mountains, Hakone is a place of natural and artistic wonders. Visit Owakudani to see the ever-rising sulfurous gasses from the active volcano that provides heat to the many hot springs nearby. Try the area’s famous black-boiled eggs; turned black and infused with the minerals from the spring. Ride the ropeway down the mountain to Lake Ashinoko for a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. Sail across the lake to visit the Torii gate by the Kuzuryu shrine to the area’s 9-headed dragon deity. If you are an art fan, try visiting one of the many art museums in Hakone.

This private tour is designed for cruise ship guests who want to experience the cultural heart of Mt. Fuji and Japan. For more than 1,300 years, Japanese life and faith have looked to one sacred peak—Mt. Fuji. On this journey, you’ll discover its significance through visits to historic shrines, a beloved local eatery, a sake brewery, and breathtaking viewpoints. Led by a bilingual local guide, the tour focuses on ”experiences": savor local dishes and drinks, learn basics of matcha, and join shrine purification rituals. Choose destinations that best fit your interests & schedule. “What if Mt. Fuji is hidden by clouds?” ✅ Even unseen, you’ll feel its presence and learn about Japan through shrines, a sake brewery, and cultural encounters. “We’re 5 people.” ✅ Perfect! The tour is ideal for 1–5 guests. For groups over 5, you may be able to join by making multiple bookings (max 5 per booking). Please contact us for confirmation.

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).

This private and customizable driving tour will allow you to take in the beauty of Shirakawago with out the worry of catching trains or busses. This driving tour is perfect for independent travelers that would like to take in the sites on their own. Allow your private chauffer to take you around in comfort and style. Once your tour is done, your chauffer will take you to traditional city of Takayama so that you can continue your travels across Japan. We hope to send you to gorgeous Shirakawago soon!

We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour. By participating this tour, you can visit 3 popular spots around Mt.Fuji. Nature: Beautiful lake with Mt.Fuji view, peaceful, not touristic busy spot, Local people enjoy holiday or camp at this lake Spectacular view of Shiraito Falls & Otodome Falls, a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Enjoy relaxing sound and view of falls. Culture: Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine, a part of Mt.Fuji world Heritage, This shrine was revered for its divine virtue of quelling the eruption of Mount Fuji, and as faith in Mount Fuji spread, it came to be known as the head shrine of the more than 1,300 Sengen shrines enshrined throughout the country. We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour. If you have some wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know about the number and the size. Due to the limited number of guides, we accept a maximum of 10 group bookings per day (one booking per group).

Experience the ultimate private cultural immersion in Shizuoka. Designed exclusively for cruise travelers, this premium tour offers an intimate journey at a dynamic, efficient pace. **Highlights** - 100% Private: No waiting for groups. Enjoy a personalized pace. - Samurai Heritage: Explore Seiganyo-ji Temple, connected to Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. - Authentic Zen & Tea: Experience meditation (chairs available) and premium Matcha with sweets. - Premium Keepsake: Create your own calligraphy on a traditional scroll (Kakejiku). - Full Support: Your English-speaking private guide meets you at the pier and stays with you throughout the entire tour. **Time-Efficient Itinerary (2.5 - 3 Hours)** We maximize your limited shore time. By utilizing taxi transport and a focused 30-minute temple walk, we provide a rich experience without the wasted time of large bus tours. You’ll be back at the pier or local lunch spots with plenty of time to spare.

This full-day tour takes you on a relaxing and immersive journey through two of Shizuoka's most beloved attractions. Start your day at Kakegawa Kachōen, an all-weather flower and bird park where you can walk among vibrant flowers and interact with a wide variety of free-flying birds in spacious greenhouses. Enjoy bird shows, hand-feeding experiences, and beautiful seasonal blooms in a comfortable indoor setting. In the afternoon, continue to the Tea Museum, Shizuoka, located in the heart of one of Japan's largest tea-producing regions. Dive into the world of tea with hands-on experiences like matcha grinding, tea brewing, and tastings. Explore cultural exhibits, participate in a traditional tea ceremony, and savor tea-infused dishes at the museum café—all while taking in scenic views of tea fields and Mt. Fuji. This tour offers a unique combination of nature, culture, and culinary delight—perfect for those seeking a deeper appreciation of Japanese tradition and natural beauty.

This tour take you 3 popular spots around Shimizu. 1. Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt.Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, 2. Ryugeji-Temple, a beautiful small temple with its famous Cycas revoluta. . 3. Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove= a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center) Our licensed English guides will guide you. They have a lot of knowledge about this area. We provide this tour by comfortable van taxis. We made this tour especially for people who are not good at walking stairs to visit Kunozan Toshogu Shrine or people who do not like taking ropeway. Note: You need to pay the admission fee to Ryugeji temple by JPY cash. When you enter inside of the building, you need to take your shoes off. 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).

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).

This private driving tour will allow you to take in the beauty of Shirakawago with out the worry of catching trains or busses. This driving tour is perfect for independent travelers that would like to take in the sites on their own. Allow your private chauffer to take you around in comfort and style. Once you have explored the area done, your chauffer will take you to beautiful Kanazawa so that you can continue your travels across Japan. We hope to send you to gorgeous Shirakawago soon!

Discover the majestic beauty of Mount Fuji and Hakone on this full-day private tour, ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Experience the iconic 5th Station on Mount Fuji, cruise the serene waters of Lake Ashinoko, and soar above volcanic landscapes on the Hakone Ropeway. Please note: in the event of poor weather at Mount Fuji, the 5th Station visit will be replaced with a trip to the picturesque Oshino Hakkai springs. Private tour lasting approximately 9 to 11 hours for a flexible and personalized journey Visit top attractions including Mount Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashinoko, and the Hakone Ropeway, with Oshino Hakkai as a weather alternative Enjoy convenient pickup and return from your hotel or a specified location in the Tokyo area Admission tickets and reserved access for major sites included for a seamless and immersive experience

Explore the both modern and traditional sides of Kobe with your English-speaking chauffeur on this full-day driving tour. Enjoy the ease of travelling in a private vehicle and the independence of exploring the sights on your own. Come and discover the beautiful and architecturally stunning city of Kobe with us! Perched on a hillside sloping down to the sea, Kobe is one of Japan's most attractive and cosmopolitan cities. Immerse yourself in the city's distinct atmosphere and dining options! From seafood to sake to sweets, Kobe has it all! We hope to see you in Kobe soon!

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 .

This tour is created for just one or two guests. We specialize in fully private tours limited to one group at a time Escape the crowds and discover the true spirit of Japan. Our countryside tour invites you into the warm home of a local tea farming family, where you can experience everyday rural life far from the usual tourist routes. Enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by tea fields, taste freshly brewed Japanese tea, try your hand at making soba noodles, and stroll through the scenic farm landscape. This is a rare chance to connect with local people, savor homemade flavors, and explore the slower, more authentic side of Japan.

Hakone is, needless to say, a very popular destination for foreign tourists. This tour offers an efficient way to visit Hakone by taxi. Experience the charms of Hakone by fully appreciating the history, nature and culture of Japan. Explore history at the Hakone barrier, visit the bright vermilion underwater torii gate standing in the lake and have a memorable time at Hakone Shrine.

The Old Tokaido is a historical trail, built more than 400 years ago, that is still largely unknown to most international visitors. You can run the unique trail at a talking-pace with an English-speaking guide who is knowledgeable about its history This section is famous for its great views of Mt. Fuji and for preserving the atmosphere of the old townscape. If you get tired, you can ride in my support car at any time. ＜Attention＞ ・This is an approximately 10 km running trip. ・Based on my experience, anyone who runs regularly should be able to complete the course comfortably.

First, visit the stunning Chureito Pagoda, perched on a hillside overlooking Mt. Fuji and the city of Fujiyoshida. This red five-story pagoda, with Mt. Fuji rising majestically behind it, is one of the most photographed scenes in all of Japan. Next, visit the Herb Garden where visitors can not only enjoy the beautiful flowery scenery but also the spectacular Mt.Fuji view from the observation deck.

Discover the natural and cultural treasures of Shizuoka in this 6-hour private taxi tour, featuring Shiraito Falls, Sengen Taisha Shrine, and the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Centre. Marvel at the majestic Shiraito Falls, a serene waterfall revered for its beauty and spiritual significance. Then visit the historic Sengen Taisha Shrine, dedicated to the deity of Mt. Fuji, with its ancient architecture and sacred pond. Finally, experience the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Centre, where you can simulate a climb , wotch great video about Mt.Fuji and enjoy stunning views from the top floor on clear days. This tour is perfect for families and those seeking a personalized experience. - 6-hour private guided taxi tour in Shizuoka - Visit the renowned Shiraito Falls and its tranquil surroundings - Explore the historic Sengen Taisha Shrine, a cultural gem - Experience the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Centre with panoramic views

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.