Culture · By trainSunpu Castle Park

Sunpu Castle Park
Photo: たくりん / Google
From the pier
~11 min train to Shizuoka + 15 min walk
Cost
Park free; turrets ~¥360
Hours
Turrets ~9:00–16:30
Closed
Turrets closed Mondays
English
Some English panels
Reservation
Not needed

The castle where shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu spent his childhood and his retirement. The moats, reconstructed turrets and East Gate sit in an open park in central Shizuoka City, an easy train hop from the port. Pair it with Sengen Shrine next door for a half-day of Ieyasu history.

Where it is & how to get there

From Hinode Pier: ~11 min train to Shizuoka + 15 min walk. Tap the map to open live directions on your phone.

Get directions in Google Maps →

⚓ 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

Arrival berths and times are published by the Shimizu Port Passenger Ship Committee. Note: if your ship docks at Okitsu Pier, walking out is not permitted — plan transport ahead.