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Kunozan Toshogu Shrine
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From the pier
Taxi to Nihondaira + 12 min ropeway
Cost
Ropeway + shrine set ~¥1,950
Hours
9:00–17:00 (season varies)
Closed
Open daily
English
English leaflet at entrance
Reservation
Not needed

The original resting place of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu — a National Treasure in lacquer and gold, clinging to a cliff over the Pacific. Reached by a spectacular ropeway from Nihondaira. Inside the grounds there are ~250 stone steps; magnificent, but plan around mobility.

Where it is & how to get there

From Hinode Pier: Taxi to Nihondaira + 12 min ropeway. Tap the map to open live directions on your phone.

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Questions about Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

How do I get to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine from Shimizu cruise port?

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine is Taxi to Nihondaira + 12 min ropeway from Hinode Pier, where most cruise ships dock. Leave enough margin to be back on board at least 60 minutes before your ship departs.

How much does Kunozan Toshogu Shrine cost?

Ropeway + shrine set ~¥1,950. Prices can change — reconfirm on the day.

Is Kunozan Toshogu Shrine a good rainy-day option in Shimizu?

Yes — Kunozan Toshogu Shrine works even in poor weather, which matters here because Mt. Fuji is only clearly visible about 3–4 days out of 10.

The one rule

Be back on board at least 60 minutes before departure. Every itinerary on this site is designed around your all-aboard time, not around opening hours.

Will you see Fuji?

Mt. Fuji is clearly visible roughly 3–4 days out of 10, best in early morning. Check the official live camera before you commit to a view-based plan — and see our Plan B.

Ship schedule

See which cruises call at Shimizu in 2026, and when — times verified against the official port schedule. Note: if your ship docks at Okitsu Pier, walking out is not permitted — plan transport ahead.