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Shizuoka

Nestled between mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Shizuoka is a charming city famous for its green tea, stunning views of Mount Fuji, and vibrant festivals. Indulge in fresh seafood at the local markets, admire the historic temples, and soak in the relaxing hot springs. Don't forget to snap a selfie with Japan's iconic peak in the background!

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4.9/5
6 h

Shimizu Shore Excursion: Fuji View Car Tour, Licensed Guide

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.

$380.37
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4.9/5
6 h

Mt. Fuji View Shimizu Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Central Shizuoka/Shimizu! 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 six-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.

$157.35
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4.9/5
4 h

Private sightseeing tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi

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. Starting time: We recommend starting at 8:30 AM to avoid long lines for the ropeway, if your ship docks at 8:00 AM or earlier. 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).

$702.22
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5/5
5 h

Mt.Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port / Van Taxi

Our most popular shore excursion for cruise ship passengers who call at Shimizu Port. A comfortable van taxi (jumbo taxi) will take you to 3 popular spots concerned with Mount Fuji in 5 hours Knowledgeable and friendly licensed English speaking guide Wheelchair equipped cars are also available on your request. These 3 destinations are accessible by wheelchair. (Note: At Shiraito Falls, they need to view the falls from observation space for wheelchair users.) If your ship can not arrive at Shimizu Port due to bad weather, we refund you 100% of the price. Note: If you have wheelchairs or strollers, please let us know with 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).

$910.28
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5/5
4 h 30 mins

Step-Free easy going tour from Shimizu Port / Small bus

This tour take you 3 popular spots around Shimizu. Nihondaira Plateau (Green tea field and Mt.Fuji view at Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan, Nihondaira Yume Terrace Observatory, Ryugeji-Temple, a beautiful small temple with its famous Cycas revoluta. Miho Beach (Miho Pine Tree Grove, a part of Mt.Fuji World Heritage, Miho no Matsugara Culture & Creativity Center) Our licensed English 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 small bus. 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. We can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers per tour. If you have some wheelchairs or baby cars, 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).

$1,053.32
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5/5
6 h

Hakone in 1 Day by Private Car with Licensed Guide

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.

$380.17
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5/5
4 h 30 mins

Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

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. Starting time: We recommend starting at 8:30 AM to avoid long lines for the ropeway, if your ship docks at 8:00 AM or earlier. 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).

$1,053.32
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5/5
6 h

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

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!

$949.29
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5/5
4 h

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

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).

$702.22
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6 h

Shizuoka Green Tea Farm Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

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.

$467.17
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5/5
4 h

Private Shizuoka Tour from Shizuoka Station / Van Taxi

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.

$624.19
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5/5
5 h 30 mins

Mt.Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

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).

$1,300.40
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5/5
5 h

First Seakayak Tour

Tour on a kayak and discover the unique and beautiful scenic coastline of Izu from the sea. The beautiful caves to the deserted coves, the veteran of the Izu sea will guide you according to the weather of the day. Enjoy snorkeling underwater from July to September.

$104.03
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Shizuoka: Kliff Canyoning near Mt. Fuji

Hotel pickup service is not included in this tour. Need hotel pickup service? You can choose our private tour option directly on our website. For large group bookings or special requests, more options available on our official website 'Fujiyama Canyoning Japan' Our Story We’re an adventure-loving couple who enjoy hiking, canyoning, skiing, and camping together. After working as canyoning guides in Tokyo, we founded Fujiyama Canyoning Japan near Mt. Fuji. ‍Yuki (husband) – Born in Kochi Prefecture, Yuki has years of experience in canyoning, rock climbing, skiing and playing piano. A certified SIA ski and snowboard instructor for over 10 years. Misa (wife)– Misa brings warmth and friendly energy to every tour. Her passion for nature and people makes each trip fun, safe, and unforgettable. She loves snowboarding, cooking, eating and mountaineering. Original T-shirts (¥4,000, S–XXL, charcoal) are available at the canyon. Pre-order by letting us know your preferred size and quantity.

$146.30
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4.9/5

Full Day Tour to Mount Fuji in Spanish

It is not just a Tourist Guide, it is an excursion among friends, knowing, laughing, enjoying the places in the Mt. Fuji area, getting closer to history through its inhabitants.

$94.28
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4.9/5
4 h

Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port / Sedan Taxi

We 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) Starting time: We recommend starting at 8:30 AM to avoid long lines for the ropeway, if your ship docks at 8:00 AM or earlier. 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).

$520.16
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5/5
3 h

Kawazu Seven Falls Guided Tour

Kawazu Seven Falls, a renowned scenic spot with a prestigious two-star rating in the Michelin Green Guide Japan, offers a beautifully maintained walking path, making it easy to explore. Along the way, enjoy charming stops where you can make a wish by tossing a stone or follow a route through statues of the Seven Lucky Gods. Join a local guide on a completely private tour for an exclusive experience. We carefully select the best course to suit your age and fitness level, ensuring a comfortable and memorable journey.

$78.02
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5/5
2 h

Shimoda Local Guide

The Izu Peninsula is dotted with beautiful beaches featuring clear waters and white sand, attracting many visitors during the summer. With personalized small-group tours led by local guides. #you can enjoy activities such as surfing and snorkeling at recommended spots in Izu. #Flexibility to customize the itinerary to your interests

$97.53
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4.9/5
4 h

Guided Bike Tour to a Green Tea Farm in Shizuoka (not e-bikes)

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.

$175.55
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5/5
5 h 30 mins

Mt. Fuji area Tour from Shimizu Port / Medium Bus

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.

$1,560.48
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