Begin your journey at Nihondaira Yume Terrace, one of Shizuoka's most spectacular viewpoints. From its award-winning observation deck, enjoy sweeping views of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay, and the surrounding tea plantations that have made Shizuoka Japan's leading tea-producing region.
Continue to Yui Honjin Park, located in the historic post town of Yui along the famous Tokaido Road. This important route once connected Edo (Tokyo) and Kyoto, serving as Japan's main transport corridor during the Edo Period.
At the centre of the park stands Miyukitei, a beautifully restored guest house associated with Emperor Meiji. Here, enjoy an authentic Matcha Tea Experience in an elegant traditional setting. While savouring freshly prepared matcha, admire the peaceful gardens surrounding the building, including Shohien Garden, which is traditionally believed to have been designed by the renowned landscape architect and tea master Kobori Enshu.
The cultural experience continues with a hands-on Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Workshop. Guided by local instructors, learn about one of Japan's most iconic art forms and create your own print using traditional techniques that have been preserved for centuries.
For lunch, enjoy a meal featuring Sakura Shrimp, a local delicacy harvested almost exclusively from Suruga Bay and highly regarded throughout Japan.
After lunch, take a leisurely stroll through the historic streets of Yui, where traditional buildings and quiet lanes preserve the atmosphere of old Japan and offer a glimpse into life along the Tokaido Road centuries ago.
The tour concludes at Ekimae Ginza Shopping Arcade in central Shimizu. Browse local tea shops, traditional snacks, and unique souvenirs while experiencing the charm of a nostalgic Japanese shopping street and everyday local life.
This tour combines stunning Mt. Fuji scenery, traditional tea culture, Japanese history, local cuisine, and hands-on cultural activities, providing an authentic and memorable introduction to Shizuoka.