Shizuoka
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Days
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Activities
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Location
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Meals out
08:00
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Luxury Highlights of Shizuoka and Mt. Fuji Views

A five-day itinerary in Shizuoka featuring tea estates, historic shrine complexes, coastal viewpoints, seafood markets, and panoramas of Mt. Fuji.

  • 10Food stops
  • 7Outdoors
  • 5Stays
  • 3Parks
  • 3Museums
  • 3Temples & shrines
  • couples
  • solo
  • friends
  • culture
  • nature
  • gastronomy

Day by day

Day 1

Central Shizuoka History and Tea Culture8 Activities

Explore the central parks, museums, and historic shrines of Shizuoka City before heading out for a green tea experience and evening market visit.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Fugetsu-do

    08:00 – 09:00

    Start the day with coffee and fresh pastries at a renowned local bakery in central Shizuoka.

  2. 09:1510:30
    Sightseeing

    Sunpu Castle Park

    09:15 – 10:30

    Walk through the park surrounding the reconstructed gates and moats of Tokugawa Ieyasu's former castle citadel.

    • entryFree
  3. 10:4512:00
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka City Museum of Art

    10:45 – 12:00

    View modern and contemporary art exhibitions located inside the city centre complex.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Kashiwa-no-ki

    12:30 – 13:30

    Dine on seasonal Japanese cuisine prepared with local Shizuoka produce.

  5. 14:0015:15
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

    14:00 – 15:15

    Visit the painted shrine buildings nestled at the base of Mt. Shizuhata.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:3017:00
    Outdoor

    Green Tea Picking Experience

    15:30 – 17:00

    Pick fresh green tea leaves on a scenic hillside plantation overlooking the region.

  7. 17:3018:45
    Shopping

    Shimizu Fish Market

    17:30 – 18:45

    Browse seafood stalls selling tuna, sakura shrimp, and dried fish near the harbour.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Tempura Naruse

    19:30 – 21:00

    Enjoy an upscale tempura meal highlighting fresh local vegetables and seafood.

Day 2

Coastal Views and Plateau Landscapes8 Activities

Take in coastal viewpoints at Miho no Matsubara and Nihondaira Plateau before shopping at Shimizu Port.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Bakery & Cafe Aoi

    08:00 – 09:00

    Have a relaxed morning breakfast with warm coffee and fresh sandwiches.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Sightseeing

    Nihondaira Plateau

    09:30 – 10:45

    Observe panoramic views of Suruga Bay, tea fields, and Mt. Fuji from the high observation deck.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:0012:15
    Sightseeing

    Miho no Matsubara

    11:00 – 12:15

    Walk along the black sand beach and pine grove made famous by traditional art.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Shimizu Minato Kashiwagashi

    12:30 – 13:30

    Eat freshly cut seafood bowls and local sashimi near the water.

  5. 14:0015:15
    Shopping

    Shimizu Fish Market

    14:00 – 15:15

    Shop for specialty marine goods and gourmet gifts inside the market complex.

  6. 15:3017:00
    Outdoor

    Green Tea Picking Experience

    15:30 – 17:00

    Participate in a guided harvesting session and tea leaf processing workshop.

  7. 17:3018:45
    Sightseeing

    Sunpu Castle Park

    17:30 – 18:45

    Stroll through Momijiyama Garden inside the castle park grounds during late afternoon.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Ukai Toriyama Shizuoka

    19:30 – 21:00

    Sample grilled chicken and charcoal dishes in a traditional architectural setting.

Day 3

Mishima Excursion and Historical Streets8 Activities

Experience suspension bridge views and outdoors near Mt. Fuji, followed by a stroll along historic streets.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Cafe de L'Ambre Shizuoka

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy hand-drip coffee and artisanal toast options.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Outdoor

    Mishima Skywalk

    09:30 – 11:00

    Cross Japan's longest pedestrian suspension bridge for unobstructed views of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay.

  3. 11:1512:15
    Outdoor

    Mt. Fuji Adventure

    11:15 – 12:15

    Trek along foothill nature paths with views of Mt. Fuji's southern slopes.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Unagi Sakuraya

    12:30 – 13:30

    Try grilled freshwater eel, a famous regional delicacy in Mishima.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Sightseeing

    Fujieda Historical Street

    14:00 – 15:30

    Walk along old post-town streets featuring preserved Edo-period storehouses.

    • entryFree
  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

    16:00 – 17:15

    Explore the seven inner shrines and climb the stone stairs for a high viewpoint.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:3018:45
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka City Museum of Art

    17:30 – 18:45

    Visit the late afternoon gallery collection showcasing Japanese and international artists.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Kappo Koide

    19:30 – 21:00

    Dine on multi-course kaiseki meals highlighting local seasonal ingredients.

Day 4

Tea Heritage and Coastal Charm8 Activities

Revisit countryside tea fields and historical sites before spending late afternoon on the coast.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Chagasira Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy breakfast paired with premium Japanese green tea blends.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Outdoor

    Green Tea Picking Experience

    09:30 – 10:45

    Learn about different tea cultivars and harvesting techniques in the farm field.

  3. 11:0012:15
    Sightseeing

    Fujieda Historical Street

    11:00 – 12:15

    Tour historical tea merchant shops and heritage architecture in Fujieda.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Soba Yabuta

    12:30 – 13:30

    Eat handmade buckwheat noodles served cold with dashi dipping sauce.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Sightseeing

    Nihondaira Plateau

    14:00 – 15:30

    Take the Nihondaira Ropeway down towards Kunozan Toshogu Shrine for scenic forest views.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:4517:00
    Sightseeing

    Miho no Matsubara

    15:45 – 17:00

    Stroll the shoreline trail to photograph Mt. Fuji across Suruga Bay.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:1518:30
    Shopping

    Shimizu Fish Market

    17:15 – 18:30

    Select packaged green tea snacks and dried seafood gifts before dinner.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Sushi Yachiyo

    19:30 – 21:00

    Enjoy chef's choice omakase sushi featuring catch from Suruga Bay.

Day 5

Alpine Adventure and Grand Finale8 Activities

Conclude the journey with outdoor pursuits near Mt. Fuji and a final sweep of central city sights.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Hotel Associa Shizuoka Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat a high-end buffet breakfast featuring regional and international fare.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Outdoor

    Mt. Fuji Adventure

    09:30 – 11:00

    Walk mountain trails with guides explaining local geology and ecosystem details.

  3. 11:1512:15
    Outdoor

    Mishima Skywalk

    11:15 – 12:15

    Walk across the bridge deck to enjoy mid-day light over the mountain range.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Sugimoto Honten

    12:30 – 13:30

    Savour local Shizuoka beef cooked hot on iron griddles.

  5. 14:0015:15
    Sightseeing

    Sunpu Castle Park

    14:00 – 15:15

    Revisit castle grounds to see the Hitsuji-tatsumi Yagura turret exhibition.

    • entryFree
  6. 15:3016:45
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

    15:30 – 16:45

    Inspect the intricate lacquered wood carvings on the shrine's main pavilion.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:0018:30
    Sightseeing

    Shizuoka City Museum of Art

    17:00 – 18:30

    Browse the museum gift shop for artistic prints, books, and crafted souvenirs.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Wadairo Shizuoka

    19:30 – 21:00

    Finish the trip with a fine dining meal featuring local seafood and sake pairings.

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