This article may be useful for visitors who are planning to visit Shizuoka or cruise into Shimizu Port! 🚢🗻
Here are some destinations are visitors chose to explore during their stay!!

Chureito Pagoda – Arakurayama Sengen Park and Lake Kawaguchiko

This lovely couple came off the cruise ship (Navigator of the seas), with ideas of visiting Arakurayama and Lake Kawaguchiko for the best views of Mt.Fuji. They also wanted to try Japanese soul food during their tour, and set off from the port bright and early around 8:00AM.

Attended by an English-speaking driver, they also made a quick stop at Seven Eleven also with a great view!!
At the end of the tour before returning to the port on time, our lovely guests tried “Hoto”, a famous local comfort food from Yamanashi Prefecture consisting of wide, flat wheat noodles simmered directly in a rich, miso-based broth with pumpkin, seasonal vegetables, and sometimes meat.

Miho no Matsubara, Nihondaira Yume Terrace, and Kashi-no-Ichi Fish Market

In the week prior to the cruise ship arrival, we received a pre-booking request including a visit to Miho no Mastubara- a famous scenic pine grove featuring over 30,000 green pine trees stretching along a black-sand coastline with iconic views of Mt. Fuji, and also a registered UNESCO World Heritage.

We were delighted to welcome a total number of 20 guests, with two English-speaking local guides accompanying them – Mickey and Yoko.

They also visited Nihondaira, cathing a glimpse of the peak of Mt. Fuji.
At Ocha Kaikan (Greentea Hall), stunning views of Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji unfold beyond Shizuoka’s iconic tea fields. Here, you can dress up as a traditional tea picker and capture the perfect memory of your journey! You also don’t want to miss the visit to Yume Terrace, a scenic observation facility at the 307-meter summit of Nihondaira!

Shiraito Falls, Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, and Omiyayokocho

We received a pre-booking from a lovely family travelling on Celebrity Millennium, making plans to visit Fujinomiya City – a scenic city in Shizuoka Prefecture on the southwestern slopes of Mt. Fuji.
First stop was Shiraito Falls – a 20-meter-high and 150-meter-wide curved waterfall fed by Mt. Fuji spring water, named for its hundreds of thin streams that resemble hanging white silk threads.
They were so lucky to capture the a rainbow in the mist of the waterfall!

After an hour driver from Shimizu Port to Fujinomiya and visiting each location, Omiyayokocho is a must-go-to place to savour Fujinomiya Yakisoba – a soul food known for its firm and chewy noodles! This food street offers variety of foods great for a quick stop when feeling peckish.
Also, don’t forget to visit Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, featuring displays on the mountain’s history, faith, art, and seismology, plus a high-resolution video theater.

We are truly delighted to offer seamless private tours for every single guest. Our dedicated team is fully committed to tailoring each experience to your unique preferences, ensuring you create unforgettable memories in Japan.

Whether you already have specific destinations in mind or are just beginning to explore your options, please feel free to reach out to us. Let’s plan the perfect Shizuoka journey together!