Tours/Shizuoka/Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus
Viator · Private tour

Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

5.0(18)Shizuoka1 hour
VIATOR5.0(6)TRIPADVISOR5.0(12)

Description

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).

Tour Options

Private Sightseeing Tour from Shimizu Port /Small Bus

Itinerary

30 min

Car transportation from Shimizu Port to Nihondaira

Admission not included20 min

This ropeway connects Nihondaira and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine in 5 minutes. We use round trip ropeway. Please enjoy beautiful view of Suruga Bay. (waiting time and riding time for round trip : about 20 minutes.)

Admission not included60 min

Brilliant shrine which is registered as a national treasure. This shrine is concerned with the most famous Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. There is mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu.

20 min

New observatory which opened In November 2018. You can enjoy spectacular view of Mt. Fuji, Shimizu Port, Izu Peninsula, Southern Alps

20 min

This is a Japanese tea shop and they have also green tea field. If the weather condition is fine, you can take photos of Mt. Fuji over this green tea field.

30 min

Car transportation from Nihondaira to Miho Pine Tree Grove

40 min

A part of Mt. Fuji World Heritage. The view of Mt. Fuji from there is very special! Green pine Tree grove, black sand beach, white wave, blue sky... This is a wonderful view that represents Japan.

20 min

New opened center in March 2019. You can learn history of Miho, Hagoromo legend, also can enjoy short movie about Miho no Matsubara. Even if the weather is not good and you can not view Mt. Fuji from Miho beach, you can enjoy here.

30 min

Car transportation from Miho Beach to Shimizu Port

Highlights

A chartered small bus with a professional, licensed driver
a government-certified English speaking guide

What's included

Included
A chartered small bus with a professional, licensed driver
a government-certified English speaking guide
Not included
lunch time is not included in this tour
set ticket: Nihondaira Ropeway+Admission fee to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • To get to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, you need to climb up stone steps after getting off the ropeway.

Reviews(18)

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laujacobe
June 14, 2026
A Wonderful Day in Shimizu with Miyuki

We had a wonderful day with Miyuki in Shimizu! From the beautiful Nihondaira Ropeway and the stunning Kunozan Toshogu Shrine to the breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji from Nihondaira and Miho no Matsubara, every stop was memorable. Miyuki was an amazing guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the history and beauty of the area. She made the day enjoyable for everyone and went above and beyond by taking more than 70 photos of our family throughout the tour. Thanks to her, we have so many wonderful memories captured that we will cherish for years to come. We especially appreciated her kindness, patience, and attention to detail. She made sure everyone in our group was comfortable and enjoying the experience. A special thank you as well to our excellent driver, who got us everywhere safely and comfortably. Thank you, Miyuki, for creating such a memorable experience for our family. You truly made our day in Shimizu special, and we highly recommend you to anyone visiting Japan.

Operator response

Hello Laureen-San, Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us great reviews both on TripAdvisor and Viator! It is our great pleasure to hear that the tour with Miyuki became one of your wonderful memories for you and your family. I will share your review with her. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Thank you very much! Best regards, Hirokane

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Laureen_J
June 11, 2026
A Wonderful Day Exploring Shimizu with Miyuki

What a wonderful day we had with Miyuki! Our family of 11 spent the day exploring the beautiful Shimizu area, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Miyuki was kind, knowledgeable, organized, and a joy to spend the day with. She shared so much information about the history, culture, and beauty of the area while making sure everyone in our group was comfortable and enjoying themselves. Our tour included the Nihondaira Ropeway, where we enjoyed breathtaking views of Suruga Bay, followed by a visit to the magnificent Kunozan Toshogu Shrine. We also stopped at the Nihondaira Observatory for spectacular panoramic views and visited Nihondaira Ochakaikan, where we learned about Japanese tea and enjoyed the beautiful tea fields. One of the most memorable parts of the day was visiting Miho no Matsubara Beach. The combination of the pine grove, black sand beach, ocean waves, and views of Mount Fuji created a truly unforgettable experience and one of the most beautiful scenes we saw in Japan. Throughout the day, Miyuki made everything easy and enjoyable. She was patient, attentive, and genuinely cared about creating a memorable experience for our family. Her warm personality and local knowledge made the tour even more special. If you are visiting Shimizu and looking for an exceptional guide, Miyuki is the person to request. She helped make our day unforgettable, and we are so grateful for the wonderful memories she helped create. Thank you, Miyuki, for making our day so memorable. Our family will always remember this special experience.

Operator response

Hello Laureen-San, Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us such a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that you and your family enjoyed Shimizu with Miyuki. I will share your great review with her. We look forward to welcoming you and your family in the future again. Thank you very much! Best regards, Hirokane

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14leannk
June 5, 2026
Ropeway tramway with views!

Excellent tour! Very informative, beautiful and fun tour!

Operator response

Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that you enjoyed our tour with our guide. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan. Thank you very much! Best regards, Hirokane

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rakkiatp2016
April 20, 2026
Great Company

Highly recommend this company! From the moment I reached out to inquire about a tour, Hirokane was incredibly responsive and helpful. He took the time to suggest an itinerary that fit our interests perfectly, while also accommodating our elderly family members. Communication throughout the entire process was excellent. Everything was clearly explained, from pricing and payment to meeting points and timing. It was all very well organized, which made the experience completely stress-free. We were traveling on Ovation of the Seas, and the pickup/meet-up process couldn’t have been smoother or more convenient. On top of that, the value was outstanding. We booked a 20-person bus, which was very comfortable for our group, and the cost per person was about one-third of what Royal Caribbean was charging. Overall, a fantastic experience. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again!

Operator response

Hello Rakkiat-San, Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us such a great review with a nice photo! It is our great pleasure to hear that you enjoyed our tour from Shimizu Port. We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Thank you very much! Hirokane

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1958Sharon
April 19, 2026
A must do from Shimizu Port.

We had a wonderful day with Miyuki, of Local Travel Partners. We were met at the port in a comfortable mini-bus and enjoyed stops at the Miho no Matsubara Pine Tree Grove and beach, Nihondaira Ropeway, Mt Fuji Observatory, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine and a tea plantation. We learned so much about the shogun period and the legends of the area. Miyuki was kind, funny, knowledgeable and most of all, made you feel taken care of. She took terrific photos of our group of 8, which we will always treasure. I highly recommend this tour.

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Operator response

Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us such a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that you and your members enjoyed Shimizu area with Miyuki. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Thank you very much! Hirokane

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Cynthia_D
October 19, 2025
Small bus tour Shimizu

Beautiful day with an amazing guide Kiyo. The trip was flawless from the great communication ahead of time until they dropped off back at the ship.

Operator response

Cynthia-San, Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us such a great review! It is our great pleassure to hear that you enjoyed the tour with kiyo. I will share your review with her. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Thanks and best regards, Hirokane

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jacquiwinn62
October 8, 2025
A great trip sightseeing around Mount Fuji!

We had a great day with our guide Michiko on the Mount Fuji trip. Michiko made the trip very interesting and ensured that we got some great photos. We had the weather on our side and were thrilled to get various photos of Mount Fuji from various view points. We also saw a beautiful shrine and a tea plantation. Well organised and informative!

Operator response

Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that you enjoyed Shimizu area tour with Michiko. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Thank you very much! Hirokane

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leronp2022
August 18, 2025
Family Trip in Shimizu

What an amazing tour of Shimizu. Our tour guide , Miyuki was perfect. We were a big group, ages ranging from 2 - 86, and she was patient and flexible and was able to show us all of the great sites. Miyuki was also very funny which made the tour super entertaining.

Operator response

Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us such a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that everyone enjoyed the tour with Miyuki. I will share your review with Miyuki. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Thank you very much! Hirokane

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Agab1
August 17, 2025
Exceptional family tour in Shimizu

We are a family of 20 in various ages. Our tour with Miyuki was excellent!. The tour was organised exceptionally well. We visited Nihondaira Ropeway, Kunozan Toshogu shrine, Nihondaira Observatory, Ochakaikan Tea Fields, and Miho no Matsubara Beach. Miyuki was an amazing guide, knowledgeable, accommodating and incredibly helpful. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you Hirokane from Local Travel Partners for helping us organise this tour 🙏

Operator response

Thank you very much for joining our tour the other day. And thank you very much for leaving us 2 reviews! It is our great pleasure to hear that your family enjoyed Shimizu with Miyuki. I will share your review with her. Also thank you for your kind message for me. 🙏 Enjoy your cruise! We look forward to meeting you and your family in the future. Thanks and best regards, Hirokane

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Armand_D
August 7, 2025
Mount Fuji

Beautiful visit with a great guide Robert in French visit of a samurai sanctuary and tea culture with tasting and especially to make the fish market

Operator response

Armand-San, Thank you very much for joining our tour and leaving us a great review! It is our great pleasure to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Robert. Enjoy your cruise! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Thank you very much! Hirokane

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