Japanese Cuisine and Bamboo Craft Experience at Sunpu Takumishuku

Enjoy Gourmet Cuisine and Traditional Crafts inMariko-Shuku, a Tokaido Post Station

11:00am
Depart from the Port of Shimizu by bus

12:00pm
Arrive at Sunpu Takumishuku

12:15pm – 1:15pm
Lunch at Japanese Restaurant Wakamatsu

Savor a thoughtful and healthy Japanese lunch made with locally sourced, pesticide-free vegetables. Step back in time and imagine yourself as an Edo-period traveler as you experience a peaceful restaurant in the mountains, renovated from a traditional home.

1:30pm – 3:00pm
Small item case workshop using Suruga Takesensuji Zaiku techniques

Create a small item case using techniques of Suruga Takesensuji Zaiku, a traditional art practiced in the Suruga region of Shizuoka. Listen to the stories of an artisan while you enjoy the traditional craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations. *Takesensuji Zaiku is a traditional craft created by weaving together thin bamboo strips.

3:00pm – 3:50pm
Free time

You will receive a 1,000-yen voucher that can be used at stores and cafes so you can enjoy your free time at Takumishuku. The facility is an example of Japanese architecture, featuring a gallery and a cafe. Immerse yourself in the history and traditional Japanese ambiance during your visit.

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, Japanese Cuisine,
Tea and Zen Meditation at a Ichijoji Temple

Explore the Sacred Kunozan, Stunning Scenery, and Tea Culture via Ropeway

11:00am
Depart from the Port of Shimizu by bus

11:45am
Travel to Kunozan Station by ropeway

12:00pm – 1:15pm
Special visit to the main shrine of Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine is dedicated to the first shogun of the Edo Shogunate. The shrine building showcases the craftsmanship and artistry of the time and was designated a National Treasure in December 2010. *The tour route includes stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

1:15pm
Travel to Nihondaira Station by ropeway

2:00pm
Traditional Edokoma lunch at Ichijoji Temple

Buddhist architecture and seasonal flowers welcome you as you pass through the gate.
Enjoy a healthy, traditional shojin ryori lunch in a historic location dating back around 600 years to before the Muromachi period.

2:45pm–4:45pm
Zen meditation, Shizuoka matcha
in oversized tea bowls, and a Japanese sweets-making experience

Enjoy Zen meditation amidst fresh air, savor the deep aroma of Shizuoka matcha served in oversized tea bowls, and relax as you indulge in the gentle sweetness of Japanese sweets. Engage all your senses in this traditional experience.

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine and Momijiyama Garden,
Shimizu Geigi Entertainment Experience

Visit Shizuoka’s Sacred Sites to Experience Traditional Japanese Cuisine and Culture

8:30am
Depart from the Port of Shimizu by bus

9:15am
Travel to Kunozan Station by ropeway

9:30am – 10:45am
Special visit to the main shrine of Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine is dedicated to the first shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Tokugawa Ieyasu. The shrine building, designated as a National Treasure, showcases beautiful and vibrant colors that exude Japanese tradition. The contrast with the seasonal scenery evokes the aesthetic of its 400-year history. *The tour route includes stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

10:45am
Travel to Nihondaira Station by ropeway

12:00pm –
Enjoy sushi and a Japanese garden at Momijiyama Garden in Sumpu Castle Park

Enjoy sushi at the local-favorite Momijiyama Park in Sumpu Castle Park as you take in the beautiful surroundings of a traditional Japanese garden. Immerse yourself in the spirit of wabi-sabi and Japanese culture while you spend your time at this relaxing gem, still largely undiscovered by tourists.

– 2:45pm
Ozashiki Asobi by Shimizu Geigi

Experience entertainment known as Ozashiki Asobi by Shimizu Geigi while you savor matcha and traditional Japanese sweets. Ozashiki Asobi is a cultural tradition dating back to the Edo period, in which guests enjoy dances, songs, and games by geigi.

Sumpu Castle Park and Momijiyama Garden,
Kimono, Flower Ohagi, and Tea Experience

Experience Japanese Daily Life Through Traditional Sweets, Tea, and Kimonos

8:30am
Depart from the Port of Shimizu by bus

9:40am – 10:40am
Kimono experience at Momijiyama Garden in Sumpu Castle Park

Stroll through the garden in a beautiful kimono with beautiful Japanese patterns. Spend time in the quaint Japanese garden and immerse yourself in the history and scenery of Japan.

1:00pm – 2:20pm
Japanese tea experience with a tea farmer

Enjoy a Japanese tea experience with a farming family that has grown tea in Shizuoka for seven generations. The flavor of Japanese tea can change dramatically depending on the brewing techniques used. Spend time soothing your body and soul through the rich aroma and taste of quality Japanese tea.

Sumpu Castle Park and Momijiyama Garden,
Japanese-French Cuisine, Shinobue Flute Performance,
and Kimono Experience

Quality Time in a Japanese Garden, Kimonos, Gourmet Cuisine, and Live Music

8:10am
Depart from the Port of Shimizu by bus

9:20am – 10:15am
Kimono experience at Momijiyama Garden in Sumpu Castle Park

Kimonos offer an opportunity to experience traditional Japanese beauty up close. Spend a tranquil moment in a kimono while you take in the beauty of Momijiyama Garden.

10:15am – 11:15am
Matcha experience

The Japanese spirit comes to life in the tea room, a simple yet deeply beautiful space. Enjoy the careful process of savoring a single bowl of matcha.

11:30am – 1:00pm
Japanese-French cuisine with seasonal ingredients and a shinobue flute performance

Japanese-French cuisine is a blend of French and Japanese flavors. Indulge in the carefully crafted dishes made with quality ingredients and flavors by Monsieur MOIZUMI, a renowned local establishment, while you enjoy a live performance by a professional flutist featuring the shinobue,
a Japanese woodwind instrument.