Nihondaira Ochakaikan Shizuoka Private Car Tour

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This is the ideal tour for travelers who want to discover the highlights of Shizuoka and the port city of Shimizu efficiently, in a private vehicle with a government-licensed, experienced multilingual guide.

Set on the shores of Suruga Bay beneath Mt. Fuji, Shizuoka is the heart of Tokugawa Ieyasu's domain and Japan's most famous green tea region. On this private 6-hour tour you will enjoy iconic Mt. Fuji views from the pine-fringed beach of Miho no Matsubara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the lavishly decorated Kunozan Toshogu, where Ieyasu was first enshrined. Take in sweeping panoramas from the Nihondaira plateau, explore Sunpu Castle Park and the colorful Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, and sample fresh seafood at the Shimizu fish market beside the cruise port.

Your private guide and vehicle let you set the pace, skip the crowds, and tailor the day to your interests, be it history, scenery, tea, or food, for a relaxed and memorable visit to Shizuoka and Shimizu.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Shizuoka or at your preferred place around Shizuoka Station. Please use email for any communication before the tour.

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Meeting point
Shizuoka Station

The guide will be waiting with a name board.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Miho Seacoast (Miho no Matsubara Beach)

    Walk along Miho no Matsubara, a UNESCO World Heritage pine grove stretching along the coast with iconic views of Mt. Fuji rising across Suruga Bay. Stroll the black-sand beach lined with ancient pines, including the legendary Hagoromo pine.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

    Visit Kunozan Toshogu, the lavishly decorated shrine where shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu was first enshrined. Admire the vivid gold-and-black gongen-style architecture and enjoy sweeping views over Suruga Bay from the hillside.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Nihondaira

    Take in panoramic views from Nihondaira, a scenic hilltop plateau overlooking Mt. Fuji, Suruga Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and the surrounding tea hills. A perfect photo stop on a clear day, connected to Kunozan by ropeway.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Explore the grounds of Sunpu Castle, where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent his retirement years. Stroll the moats, stone walls, and reconstructed Tatsumi Yagura turret and Higashi-gomon gate within a peaceful park in central Shizuoka.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

    Discover Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, a grand complex of vividly lacquered shrine buildings closely tied to the Tokugawa family. Admire the colorful carvings, towering main hall, and tranquil grounds at the foot of Mt. Shizuhata.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit Kashinoichi at Shimizu Port, a lively market famous for fresh seafood from Suruga Bay, including renowned raw sakura shrimp and tuna. Browse the stalls and, if you wish, enjoy a fresh sushi or seafood lunch.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    S-Pulse Dream Plaza

    Browse S-Pulse Dream Plaza, a lively waterfront complex at Shimizu Port with shops, a sushi street, and a Ferris wheel offering bay and Mt. Fuji views, a fun stop near the cruise terminal.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Nihondaira Ochakaikan

    Stop at the Nihondaira tea house and surrounding plantations, the heart of Japan's most famous green tea region. Enjoy views over neat rows of tea bushes, often framed by Mt. Fuji, and sample freshly brewed Shizuoka green tea.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Seasonal
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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