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Things to do in Shizuoka

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  1. Shimizu Shore Excursion Mt. Fuji Zen and Matcha Experience, Shizuoka01

    1. Shimizu Shore Excursion Mt. Fuji Zen and Matcha Experience

    2 hoursFrom₹14,057/ person
    Free cancellation

    ■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

  2. Shimizu Private Shore Excursion Mt Fuji view, Shizuoka02

    2. Shimizu Private Shore Excursion Mt Fuji view

    5 hoursFrom₹36,296/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    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

  3. Touch Mt. Fuji at the 5th Station from Shimizu Port, Shizuoka03

    3. Touch Mt. Fuji at the 5th Station from Shimizu Port

    6 hoursFrom₹21,503/ person
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    This is the tour that you can reach the closest point of Mt. Fuji. You can touch its Mt. Fuji and stop the view spots of Mt. Fuji on the way there. Moreover, you can get special souvenirs that are available for only climber in mountain lodge.

  4. Shimizu Port Pickup: Mt. Fuji Food Tour (Tuna Bowl & Sake), Shizuoka04

    4. Shimizu Port Pickup: Mt. Fuji Food Tour (Tuna Bowl & Sake)

    4 hoursFrom₹12,214/ person
    Free cancellation

    ■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

  5. All-about Mt.Fuji Short Tour from Shimizu Port, Shizuoka05

    5. All-about Mt.Fuji Short Tour from Shimizu Port

    5.0· 15 reviews4 hoursFrom₹11,059/ person
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    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.

  6. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus, Shizuoka06

    6. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

    5.0· 15 reviews4.5 hoursFrom₹99,527/ person
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    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).

  7. Mt.Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus, Shizuoka07

    7. Mt.Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

    5.0· 12 reviews5.5 hoursFrom₹1,22,873/ person
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    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).

  8. Hakone Full Day Tour with Guide and Vehicle, Shizuoka08

    8. Hakone Full Day Tour with Guide and Vehicle

    5.0· 9 reviews6 hoursFrom₹34,540/ person
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    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.

  9. Shore Excursion Private Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour from Shimizu Port, Shizuoka09

    9. Shore Excursion Private Mt Fuji and Hakone Tour from Shimizu Port

    5.0· 8 reviewsFrom₹1,95,030/ person
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    • This is a private tour, exclusively for your group (only your group will participate). • Cruise ship guests are welcome & timely return to the port is guaranteed. • Perfect for one-day visitors with limited time. • Ideal for first-time visitors looking to make the most of their time while experiencing local attractions & culture. • Explore Hakone’s top highlights efficiently with a knowledgeable & friendly local guide. • The itinerary is flexible & can be fully customized to suit your interests. • Admission tickets & private transport costs are included for a seamless experience. Discover the beauty of Mount Fuji & Hakone, ideal for nature enthusiasts & photographers. Visit the iconic 5th Station of Mount Fuji, cruise the serene waters of Lake Ashinoko, & ride the Hakone Ropeway over the volcanic landscapes. Please note: In the event of poor weather at Mount Fuji, the visit to the 5th Station will be replaced with a trip to the picturesque Oshino Hakkai springs.

  10. Step-Free Easy going tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi, Shizuoka10

    10. Step-Free Easy going tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi

    5.0· 8 reviews4 hoursFrom₹66,351/ person
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    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).

  11. Shiraito Falls and Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre /6VG(3stops), Shizuoka11

    11. Shiraito Falls and Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre /6VG(3stops)

    5.0· 7 reviews6 hoursFrom₹89,697/ person
    Free cancellation

    Shiraito Falls is one of the 100 most famous waterfalls in Japan and is an important place of pilgrimage and ascetic practice. The beauty of the waterfall, which is 20 metres high and 150 metres wide, and the negative ions calm the mind. Sengen Taisha is the head shrine of the 1300-odd Sengen shrines in Japan. It is the oldest shrine in the Tokai region. The deity is Mt Fuji. The main shrine, built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, is a national important cultural property, while the Yudama-ike pond, which is fed by melted snow from Mt Fuji, is a national special natural monument. Fuji World Heritage Centre, visitors can easily experience a simulated Mt Fuji climb. Fuji, which is accessible to people with limited mobility and small children, and provides an enjoyable way to learn about Mt Fuji. On clear days, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Mt Fuji from the top floor. Take an efficient taxi tour of these three popular tourist destinations!

  12. Shimizu Shore Excursion: Private Mt. Fuji Cultural Experience, Shizuoka12

    12. Shimizu Shore Excursion: Private Mt. Fuji Cultural Experience

    5.0· 7 reviewsFrom₹1,24,819/ person
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    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.

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Shizuoka is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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