Top Shizuoka Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

On this special tour, you’ll visit several breathtaking viewpoints of Mount Fuji! Your guide will select the best route of the day so you can enjoy the best possible views. From famous scenic spots to hidden locations loved by locals, this short tour lets you experience the very best of Mt. Fuji. Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time who want to experience the beauty of Mt. Fuji efficiently. You will return to the port at least 2.5 hours before your cruise ship’s departure. Please note that depending on the weather, Mt. Fuji may not be visible. In such cases, we will visit spots connected to Mt. Fuji—such as places with its natural spring water—and offer a tour that allows you to experience the spirit and presence of the mountain in other meaningful ways. This tour is conducted in accordance with applicable Japanese laws and regulations.

Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. Explore Shimizu with ease on this private shore excursion tailored for cruise passengers. Enjoy the comfort of a non-shared vehicle as you navigate the scenic highlights and cultural gems of the area at your own pace. This tour is designed to maximize your limited time ashore while ensuring a stress-free experience. Whether you're a couple, a family, or part of a small group, this excursion offers the perfect blend of flexibility and efficiency. Rest assured, you’ll be returned to the port in time for your cruise departure. - Private vehicle for a comfortable, non-shared experience - Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and pace - Ideal for couples, families, and small groups - Round-trip transportation from Shimizu Port ensures timely returns

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.

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.

Visiting some great viewing spots of Mt.Fuji and making your own Mt.Fuji with Japanese traditional sweets,”Wagashi”! You’ll return to the port at least 2.5 hours before your cruise ship’s departure.

■Discover the best of Shimizu on a guided 4-hour culture & waterfront tour. ・Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time in port. ・Visit the UNESCO-listed Miho no Matsubara pine grove. ・Enjoy possible Mt Fuji views over Suruga Bay. ・Explore S-Pulse Dream Plaza for shopping and local culture. ・Try Shimizu’s famous tuna bowl at the waterfront (optional). ・Browse Japanese brands including UNIQLO and GU. ・Take in harbor views during a relaxing walk at Shimizu Marine Park. ・Travel like a local using public transportation with guide support included. ・Well-paced itinerary combining nature, local flavor, shopping, and iconic scenery.

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.

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.

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).

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 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.

■Discover the best of Shimizu on a guided half-day food & culture tour. ・Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time in port ・Enjoy a relaxed private guided tour with a local expert ・Build your own ultra-fresh tuna bowl at Shimizu Fish Market “Kashinoichi” ・Taste and compare local sake at a craft brewery bar in Dream Plaza ・Capture stunning photos of Mount Fuji at Shimizu Marine Park ・Hassle-free experience with navigation, ordering support, and curated local spots included ・Well-paced 4-hour itinerary combining food, culture, and iconic scenery

This tour departs from Shimizu Port and offers a full-day journey through the nature, culture, and local life around Mt. Fuji. Travel by private vehicle to see the graceful Shiraito Falls and the powerful Otodome Falls, both fed by Mt. Fuji’s spring water. Visit Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, the spiritual heart of Mt. Fuji worship, then enjoy local specialties like Fujinomiya Yakisoba at Omiya Yokocho. Finish the tour at Miho no Matsubara, a World Heritage Site known for its pine-lined coast and iconic Mt. Fuji views. Choose the 8-hour option to also visit the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center and Hiroshige Museum of Art. The center features interactive exhibits about Mt. Fuji’s cultural significance, while the museum showcases ukiyo-e prints of Mt. Fuji and travel scenes. Admission to both sites is included in the tour price.

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.

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 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.

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).

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).

Spectacular nature around Mt. Fuji Lake Tanuki, One of the most popular photo spots of Mt. Fuji among photographers. A peace full place (not touristic place like Lake Kawaguchi where is full of foreign travelers), Local people enjoy holiday or camp. Shiraito & Otodome Falls, A part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage, Enjoy relaxing time with its spectacular view and sound of the falls. Culture The last stop is 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. 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.

This guided bike tour starts from JR Shizuoka Station. This tour is not for cruise ship passengers who call at Shimizu Port. The location is different. We serve comfortable well maintenanced hybrid bikes.(Note: not e-bikes) A friendly local bike guide who knows a lot about Shizuoka will guide you. We head to a small green tea farm in a countryside area of Shizuoka. (about 1 hour cycling to the farm) At the tea farm, explanation about tea farm by the farmer, enjoy taking photos in their farm, move to the farmer's 150 years old house, enjoy tasting of several kinds of tea. You can select from three options; Tea experience (Please choose one from the below): A. Comparison of Sencha by variety B. Comparison of teas by production method (sencha, micro fermented tea, oolong tea, black tea) C. Comparison of tea types (sencha, kukicha, genmaicha, hojicha) Stay at the farmer's house about 1 and a half hour. Go back to JR Shizuoka Station via Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, Sumpu Castle Park.

Spectacular nature around Mt.Fuji Lake Tanuki, One of the most popular photo spots of Mt.Fuji among photographers. A peaceful place (not touristic like Lake Kawaguchi), Local people enjoy holiday or camp. Shiraito & Otodome Falls, A part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Enjoy its spectacular view and sound of the 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 Mt. Fuji, and as faith in Mt. Fuji spread, it came to be known as the head shrine of the more than 1,300 Sengen shrines enshrined throughout the country. 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 van taxi tour. If you have a wheelchair or a stroller, 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).

■Discover the spiritual heart of Shimizu on a private Zen & culture experience. ・Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time in port ・Enjoy a relaxed private guided tour with a local expert ・Step into the historic Tesshu-ji Temple, home to the Tokugawa family legacy ・Experience private Zazen meditation and short sutra chanting before a 1,000-year-old Bodhisattva ・Savor matcha and traditional wagashi in a serene temple setting ・Ring a historic temple bell — a rare WWII survivor protected by Tokugawa heritage ・Receive a personalized hand-written Goshuin with your name written in original Japanese kanji ・Capture breathtaking views of Mount Fuji from Shimizu Marine Park ・Hassle-free experience with full guidance, cultural insights, and curated photo moments included ・Well-paced 2-hour itinerary blending spirituality, history, and iconic scenery

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.