■Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya

🌈 Spot Overview

Shiraito Falls is one of Japan’s most beautiful waterfalls, famous for its wide curtain‑like flow created by hundreds of thin streams of spring water from Mt. Fuji. The water gently cascades over a 150‑meter‑wide cliff, creating a soft, misty atmosphere that feels almost otherworldly. The walking paths offer excellent viewpoints, and the lush greenery makes the area enjoyable in every season. You can appreciate the natural beauty, peaceful soundscape, and dramatic scenery. Shiraito Falls is a must‑visit spot for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a relaxing outdoor experience near Mt. Fuji.

💡 Useful Tips for Visitors

  • Best seasons: spring–autumn for greenery; winter for clear air and fewer crowds.
  • The paths are easy, but some areas can be wet or slippery—wear good shoes.
  • Early morning offers the best lighting for photography.
  • No admission fee.
  • Limited shops near the entrance—bring water or snacks.
  • Combine with Otodome Falls, located just a few minutes away.

⭐ Highlights – Shiraito Falls

  • 150‑meter‑wide “silk thread” waterfall fed by Mt. Fuji spring water
  • Soft, misty atmosphere ideal for photography
  • Easy walking paths suitable for all visitors
  • UNESCO World Heritage–listed natural site
  • Nearby Otodome Falls for a quick additional stop
  • Beautiful seasonal scenery from fresh green to autumn colors

🚐 Access from Shimizu Port (Hinode Pier)

1. Taxi / Private Transfer – Fastest & Most Convenient

  • Travel time: approx. 60–70 minutes
  • Direct and comfortable; ideal for cruise passengers with limited time.

2. Shuttle Bus → JR Shimizu Station → Train → Fujinomiya → Local Bus → Walk

Shuttle Bus

  • Hinode Pier → JR Shimizu Station（10 min）

JR Train

  • Shimizu → Fuji Station（approx. 20 min）
  • Fuji → Fujinomiya Station（approx. 12 min）

Local Bus

  • Fujinomiya Station → Shiraito Falls（approx. 30–35 min）

Walk

  • Bus stop → Falls viewing area（approx. 5 min）

Total travel time: approx. 1 hr 30–40 min
※Local buses do not run frequently, so they are not recommended for cruise passengers with limited time ashore.

📍 Location

Shiraito Falls
Kamiide, Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
Located northwest of Fujinomiya City, near the foothills of Mt. Fuji.

Sights and Experience from Shimizu Port

■Shimizu Area
S-Pulse Dream Plaza (Shimizu Port), Shimizu　　Ryugeji Temple, Shimizu　　Seishintei Tea House, Shimizu Funakoshi Tsutsumi Park, Shizuoka, Shimizu　　Shimizu Ekimae Ginza Shopping Street, Shimizu　　Shimizu Fish Market, Riverside Market, Shimizu　　Shimizu Port Seamen’s Inn Museum”SUEHIRO”, Shimizu　　Minowa Inari Shrine, Shimizu　　Shimizuminato Jirocho Seika (Jirocho’s Birthplace), Shimizu　　Miho no Matsubara　　Nihondaira ( Yume-Terrace)　　Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan　　Nihondaira Ropeway　　Nippondaira Hotel　　Kunozan Toshogu Shrine　　Satta Pass　　Jiji-in Temple, Shizuoka　　▲Shizuoka City Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art 【Long-Term Closure】
■Shizuoka Area
Oden Yokocho ( Aoba Yokocho), Shizuoka　　Shizuoka City Museum of History　　Shizuoka Gofuku-cho Shopping Street　　Shizuoka Hobby Square　　Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, Shizuoka　　Sumpu Castle Park, Shizuoka
■Eastern Shizuoka Area
Lake Ashi (Ashinoko)　　Hakone Area　　Owakudani Valley, Hakone　　Mishima Sky Walk　　Fuji Safari Park　　Fuji Bussharito Heiwa Park, Gotemba　　Gotemba Premium Outlets, Gotemba　　Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, Shizuoka　　Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, Fuji-City　　Jinba Falls, Fujinomiya　　Lake Tanuki　　Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya　　Taiseki-Ji Temple, Fujinomiya　　Obuchi-sasaba, Fuji-City
■Close to Mt.Fuji
Oshino Hakkai　　Lake Kawaguchi　　Lake Motosu　　Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba　　Arakurayama Sengen Park, Fujiyoshida　　Kitaguchihongu Fuji Sengenjinja, Fujiyoshida　　Narusawa Ice Cave　　Yurari Hot Springs （Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari）