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Shimizu Highlights Half-Day Tour
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Joined 2025
Discover the essence of Shimizu in just half a day! From historical exhibits to breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, this tour combines culture, nature.
We’ll stop at a Japanese convenience store or a light meal shop to taste unique Japanese foods.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shimizu Port
- In front of Tour Booth at the Hinode Pier. Please let me know your arrival time to the port (flexible meeting time).
Shimizu Port Terminal Museum
Explore the history and development of Shimizu Port through interactive displays. A fascinating introduction to the port town’s culture.
Miho no Matsubara (Pine Grove)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its legendary pine forest and magnificent views of Mt. Fuji. Also the setting of the Hagoromo legend.
Haguruma Shrine
A serene shrine along the pine grove path, known as a place for safe journeys and blessings.
Japanese Convenience Store or Light Meal Shop
A quick but memorable stop to experience Japanese daily life and try local favorites such as onigiri (rice balls), noodles, or seasonal sweets.
Nihondaira Yume Terrace
A stunning observation deck with panoramic views of Mt. Fuji, Suruga Bay, and Shimizu Port. Perfect for unforgettable photos.
Ending Point
Hinode Pier
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
-Private Transportation by Toyota Sienta
-Entrance Fees: (both guests and the guide):
Shimizu Port Terminal Museum JPY 400 per person
Nihondaira Yume Terrace JPY 100 per person
-Parking(Kashi no Ichi)
-Light Meal (for guests only):
approximately JPY500～800 per person
Tour Important Information
-Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as we will walk on the beach.
-This tour can be customized to your needs and preferences. Feel free to let us know.
-The private car is a compact vehicle.
Important message from the supplier
Starting August 1, 2025, I plan to offer guided tours based on cruise ship arrival times at Shimizu Port.
The exact tour dates may vary, but I’ll do my best to schedule them on days when cruise ships are in port.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Take K.
Hello! I'm a local tour guide based in Shimizu, Shizuoka.
I was born and raised in Shimizu, so I know the area very well and enjoy sharing its charm with visitors.
Before becoming a guide, I worked as a teacher, which helped me develop clear communication and a passion for helping others learn.
I look forward to showing you around and helping you create wonderful memories of your time here.
Reviews
Clg C.
“Great time very knowledgable on the area”
The day was the stormy we could not see the Fuji because it was very misty and rainy but we had a great time he is very informed on the area knows a Lot of history and loves his hometown
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Take K.
Thank you for your warm review, Claudia, Ramon, and Nieves! I hope you enjoyed the view in Shimizu, even without Mt. Fuji. You were my very first guests that I guided in Shimizu even in the rain! I think you are all lucky and special people, like the auspicious pine, bamboo, and plum trees of Japan. Enjoy your work, everyone! I hope to see you back in Shimizu again. Best, Take
Rodney G.
“Half day tour Shimizu”
We spent a lovely morning with Take K. While he showed us around his lovely city. We found him to be professional, very knowledgeable, very passionate and a lovely person. The personalised gifts he gave us was a special touch and has pride of place in our holiday memory cabinet.
Take K.
Thank you for your lovely review! I’m so glad you enjoyed the small gift. It was wonderful learning about the Sunshine Coast from Rodney and Rachel—I'm definitely becoming a big fan of it myself! Enjoy your next cruise, and I hope you'll visit Shimizu again someday! Take
Beth W.
“The best tour we have ever taken.”
Take met us at the port and we connected super easy. He had listened to our travel desires and planned an amazing 4 hour tour for the 3 of us. He was so knowledgeable and easy to converse with. He had a print off for each of us with important information for our day, along with snacks mid tour and a sweet hand written gift at the end. He had tons of facts along the way about the history around us and also took pictures for us at some of the spots he took us to. We hope to visit again and would 100% book with Take again!
Take K.
Thank you for your kind review! You were all so friendly and kind, and I truly enjoyed spending time with you and chatting with you. It was so funny that Rick tried to sit in the front right seat (the driver's seat) shortly after I suggested that one of you could sit there for a more comfortable ride. I also thought it was lovely and funny that Sarah brought a photo of her husband, who couldn't join us on this cruise. I'm so glad you enjoyed your visit to Shimizu during your cruise. Thank you so so so much for choosing my tour!
$222/ per group
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