This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- 10:30 Meet at Shimizu Port Hinode Wharf
- 11:00 Hike from the base of Kunozan to Toshogu Shrine, 20-minute climb of 1159 steps, tour of Toshogu Shrine
- 12:00 Nihondaira Yume Terrace
- 12:20 Hotel Garden
- 13:10 Meal at Hotel
- 14:40 Chopstick-making experience at Suruga Kobo Takumi Juku
- 16:30 End at Hinode Wharf
What Is a Private Family Day Tour of Shizuoka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kunozan Toshogu and Nihondaira
The guests were a family visiting from North America. The group traveled by a taxi they had hired. The weather was fine, so the group decided to climb the 1,159 stone steps up to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine on foot. They enjoyed the hike, working up a good sweat along the way. At the Nihondaira Yume Terrace, Mount Fuji was mostly hidden by clouds, but the top of its shoulder could be seen a little. The meal at The Terrace of the Nihondaira Hotel was very satisfying thanks to the wonderful view. At the Takumi-juku workshop, the group experienced making chopsticks. They spent more than an hour completing their own original chopsticks, which they could also take home as a souvenir, and they were very pleased. The chopstick material can be chosen from cherry, walnut, or maple. They chose cherry.
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My name is Terry Hirao, Shizuoka’s local tour guide. You can call me Terry, as in Teriyaki. I love Japan and Japanese culture and can show you the best of Japan, its history, breathtaking beauty, delicious foods, Japanese Tea. Shizoka is located in the middle of Tokyo and Kyoto/Osaka, two largest metropolitan cities and famous for Mt. Fuji, Japanese Tea and a lot more. The most popular destinations in Shizuoka are Nihon Daira Plateau, Kunozan Toshogu Shrines (National Treasure), Miho Pine Tree Grove (World Cultural Heritage). I hope I can help you enjoy your trip!!
Nov 6, 2024
andrew h
Very knowledgeable tour guide of the area
Tripadvisor review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
Very…
Nov 6, 2024
andrew h
Very knowledgeable tour guide of the area
Tripadvisor review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
Very nice tour, Terri san also very knowledgeable about the history of Japan and also of the area. Pick us up direct from cruise port and dropped us back – so no worries about getting to and from boat.
Will recommend to others.
Oct 21, 2024
Adventurer_from_Cda
We had a great time – we enjoyed having Terry H as our guide for Shizuoka/Shimizu! Thank you!
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Oct 21, 2024
Adventurer_from_Cda
We had a great time – we enjoyed having Terry H as our guide for Shizuoka/Shimizu! Thank you!
Tripadvisor review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
We had booked a 6hr guided tour at Shizuoka/Shimizu. Terry H was our guide- He was very easy to find, with his orange bandana and jacket! Our adventure for the day included: Nihondaira Ropeway/ Kunozan Toshogu Shrine; Yume Terrace Observatory, Sumpu Castle Park (incl green tea tasting) and Shizuoka city tour. Terry then brought us back to the cruise port. We enjoyed our time with Terry- he was well prepared and even had some hand drawn pages to help explain some of the relevant history throughout the day’s tour stops. Thank you!
Sep 16, 2024
Jane_R
Great experience on this Mt Fuji private tour
Viator review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
Terry…
Sep 16, 2024
Jane_R
Great experience on this Mt Fuji private tour
Viator review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
Terry was a most amazing guide. He explained the history and culture of Japan so well and was so flexible in where we wanted to go on the day . The driver he engaged for us kept us safe and came with a very comfortable car for 6 . Even though Mt Fuji was shy on the day we had a most memorable experience . Thank you Terry – we can highly recommend you
Aug 21, 2024
Go02797182361
Too cloudy for Mt Fuji but still a great tour with Terry
Tripadvisor review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private…
Aug 21, 2024
Go02797182361
Too cloudy for Mt Fuji but still a great tour with Terry
Tripadvisor review: Shizuoka/Shimizu Mt Fuji View 6 hr Private Tour: Guide Only
Terry was a fantastic tour guide! He had a binder full of photos and images to help us understand Japanese culture , language, and history. He was able to accommodate our request for a specific Japanese meal and secured a local restaurant. Our kids had a lovely time.