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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, and local flavors.
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.
Nihondaira Yume Terrace
A stunning observation deck with panoramic views of Mt. Fuji, Suruga Bay, and Shimizu Port. Perfect for unforgettable photos.
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.
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.
Shimizu Fish Market “Kashi no Ichi"
A bustling local fish market filled with fresh seafood and lively energy. A great place for sightseeing and souvenirs.
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 Nissan Cube
-Gasoline, Toll Fees
-Entrance Fees: (both guests and the guide):
Shimizu Port Terminal Museum JPY 400 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. It can seat up to 4 passengers, but 3 passengers will be more comfortable.
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
Tom B.
“Shimizu port / Shizuoka city with Take”
We had the best day with Take! We would HIGHLY recommend doing his tour. He’s so knowledgeable and friendly, and lived in Shizuoka City his whole life so he knew all the best places. We went to the Miho no matsubara pine grove where we saw the trees from the legend of Hagoromo and amazing views of Mt. Fuji. It was beautiful and we learned so much about the history of the site as well. We also went to the Nihondaira yume terrace where we had incredible views of the city, the bay, and Mt Fuji. After that we went to our favorite part of the day, a private visit to a tea room with an actual tea master, Mr. Kato. We got to watch him prepare matcha for us and we shared the tea and some traditional Japanese sweets together with him and his wife. Then he let us try making it ourselves. It was both intimate and authentic and we will never forget the experience. Take is an extremely well prepared and thoughtful tour guide. He provided us with a bag of some Japanese sweet and salty snacks along the way and then surprised us with a very meaningful gesture of a handwritten post card with our names written in Kanji. Thanks for the wonderful day that we’ll never forget Take! Tom and Chelsea from Denver
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Take K.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a kind review during your busy trip to Tokyo. Tom san and Chelsea san, I hope your stay in Shimizu, the time we spent together, and your great experience will remain a wonderful memory for you forever—even if Mt. Fuji becomes invisible in your mind someday. Enjoy your work! Take from Shimizu
Jude T.
“Mt Fuji and Shogun Tour”
Take was well prepared and conscientious. He covered off all the highlights while allowing sufficient time at each location. Take was on time and always going the extra mile! He made the tour enjoyable and easy.
Take K.
Hi Jude san and Lisa san, Thank you so much for your kind words. Hearing that you enjoyed the tour brings me the greatest joy as a guide. You were truly lucky to see Mount Fuji, even if it wasn't perfectly clear! I hope this tour becomes a cherished memory of your time in Japan. Take
Kathleen D.
“I can’t say enough about my morning with Take”
It was the last day of a 17 day solo tour of Japan and the last thing I wanted to do when I woke up this morningwas visit more crowded shrines and temples especially since the cherry blossoms were mostly gone. Take knew that I wanted to focus on photography and he research the best spots for me to efficiently photograph the highlights of our tour. Not only did he research where and what to shoot but also how best to shoot it. The weather cooperated and we had a lovely day for photographs of Mount Fuji. The cherry blossoms were gone, but he found azaleas. He also found quiet, beautiful neighborhood shrines that were visually and spiritually appealing. Did I mention that his English was excellent. You could not go wrong hiring Take as a guide.
Take K.
Hi Kathleen, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Even if you’re just being kind, it really made my day. I truly enjoyed spending such a beautiful day with you. I had been looking forward to our photography tour for a long time, and I had just as much fun as you did! It was truly my pleasure. I hope you have a safe journey back home! Best regards, Take in Shimizu
$220/ per group
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