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Top 10 cultural & heritage things to do in Shizuoka

Heritage walks, museum days, temple complexes, and the kind of guides who explain why a place matters rather than reciting dates. The cultural side of Shizuoka, paced for actual seeing.

  1. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus, Shizuoka1

    1. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

    5.0· 15 reviews· 4.5 hours

    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).

  2. Mt.Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus, Shizuoka2

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

    5.0· 12 reviews· 5.5 hours

    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).

  3. Step-Free Easy going tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi, Shizuoka3

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

    5.0· 8 reviews· 4 hours

    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).

  1. Shiraito Falls and Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre /6VG(3stops), Shizuoka4

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

    5.0· 7 reviews· 6 hours

    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!

  2. Mt. Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port / Medium Bus, Shizuoka5

    5. Mt. Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port / Medium Bus

    5.0· 3 reviews· 5.5 hours

    We can accommodate a maximum of 25 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. NOTE: We can accommodate a maximum of 25 travelers per a medium bus. You can olnly select up to 15 people on the Viator website. Please let us know the number of people in the "special requirements" field. If you have some wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know about the number and size.

  3. Shiraito Falls, Sengen Taisha, World Heritage Centre Guided Van, Shizuoka6

    6. Shiraito Falls, Sengen Taisha, World Heritage Centre Guided Van

    5.0· 2 reviews· 6 hours

    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

  4. Mt.Fuji Chartered Taxi Tour, Shizuoka7

    7. Mt.Fuji Chartered Taxi Tour

    5.0· 1 reviews· 6 hours

    You can enjoy observing the gigantic Mt. Fuji in front and feel the mysterious power of the mountain. You will also be attracted by the beauty or elegance of the mountain. SHIRAITO water falls is really unusual one without rivers around it. In the FUJINOMIYA Sengen Shrine, you will know how the shrine is loved by the local people. Sometimes you can encounter wedding ceremonies or seasonal festivals being held there. On the beach of MIHO, you can see the whole view of Mt. Fuji together with the simmering Pacific Ocean in front of you. The whole view of these is known as the World Heritage Site.

  5. Kunozan Toshogu Shrine to Miho Matsubara / V-G, Shizuoka8

    8. Kunozan Toshogu Shrine to Miho Matsubara / V-G

    5.0· 1 reviews· 5 hours

    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 .

  6. Private sightseeing tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi, Shizuoka9

    9. Private sightseeing tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi

    4.9· 140 reviews· 4 hours

    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 licensed English guides will guide you. They have a lot of knowledge about this area. We provide this tour by comfortable 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. 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. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port / Sedan Taxi, Shizuoka10

    10. Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port / Sedan Taxi

    4.9· 32 reviews· 4 hours

    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).

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