Hinode Pier → S-Pulse Dream Plaza
Walk from Hinode Pier to the waterfront where Dream Plaza is located.
Cruise port in Japan
Shimizu
Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 10 hours. 36 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 14 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 203 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 10 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 828
Photo: Image by Little MiMi from Pixabay
After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Shimizu cruise terminals. Explore on foot directly from the pier.
- 2 cruise terminals
The assigned dock is one of Okitsu Pier, Hinode Pier and varies by sailing.
About 10 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- ShimizuAt the pierTime at destinationAbout 10 hr
- FujinomiyaAbout 1 hr 10 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 7 hr 30 min
- Mount FujiAbout 2 hr each wayTime at destinationAbout 6 hr
Return travel Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Hinode Pier → Kashi no Ichi
Walk from Hinode Pier to the Kashi-no-Ichi (河岸の市) seafood market.
JR Shimizu Station → Hinode Pier
At the west exit of JR Shimizu Station (JR清水駅), take a Miho Yamanote Line (三保山手線) bus and get off at Hatoba / Verkehr Museum stop (波止場フェルケール博物館), then walk 3 minutes to the Hinode boarding point (日の出のりば).
Hinode Pier → Nihondaira
Take a taxi from the pier to the Nihondaira (日本平) lookout area. The listed fare is approximate.
Hinode Pier → Miho Pier
Take the Miho Hagoromo water bus from Hinode. The outbound trip stops at Ejiri first, and the adult fare is one way.
Shimizu places to explore
Explore 29 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.
Kunozan Toshogu Shrine
This shrine enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu and is known for its ornate shrine buildings and views of Suruga Bay and Mount Fuji.
- Admission
- JPY 700
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–17:00
Even with the ropeway, about 140 steps remain in the grounds at Kunozan Toshogu, so consider this if walking is difficult and wear comfortable shoes.
Satta Pass
From this pass, visitors can see Mount Fuji across Suruga Bay from the observation deck.
- Hours
- Daily 24 hours
If driving to Satta Pass, check the route in advance because it is steep and there are sections where cars cannot easily pass each other.
Miho Shrine
This shrine is associated with the legend of the celestial maiden Hagoromo at Miho-no-Matsubara.
- Hours
- Daily 24 hours
Verkehr Museum
This museum exhibits historical materials about Shimizu Port, tea and canned-food labels for export, and models of Japanese-style ships.
- Admission
- JPY 400
Nihondaira Yume Terrace
The observation floor offers views of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay, and Miho-no-Matsubara. Indoors, there are historical exhibits and a café.
- Admission
- JPY 100
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00
Sat 09:00–21:00
Sun 09:00–17:00
There is an uphill path from the parking lot to the observatory, so consider using the round-trip cart for ¥100 if walking is difficult.
Chibi Maruko-chan Land
This venue recreates the house and classroom from a manga set in Shimizu and exhibits original drawings by its creator.
- Admission
- JPY 1,000
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–20:00
Nearby and longer trips
Compare nearby destinations with full-day trips requiring four or more hours of return travel, allowing for the ship’s time in port.
Fujinomiya
About 1 hr 10 min each wayTime at destination About 7 hr 30 min
SightsShiraito FallsThis waterfall outside Fujinomiya is fed by spring water from Mount Fuji.
Reaching the bottom of Shiraito Falls requires descending about 100 steps, so view it from the upper lookout if stairs are difficult.
SightsFujisan Hongu Sengen TaishaFujinomiya developed as the shrine town of this shrine, which is the traditional starting point for climbing Mount Fuji.
SightsMt. Fuji World Heritage Centre, ShizuokaThis Fujinomiya museum is dedicated to Mount Fuji.
There is no dedicated parking at the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Centre, so find nearby paid parking in advance if driving.
ShoppingOmiya YokochoThis is a collection of shops south of Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha.
Reviews say waits for yakisoba reached 40 minutes during holiday periods, so prepare another dining option if your lunch break is short.
Mount Fuji
About 2 hr each wayTime at destination About 6 hrLong full-day trip · About 4 hr round trip · Check the time available to return to the ship
SightsLake KawaguchiThis lake offers views of Mount Fuji and has a lakeside walking path and several observation points.
SightsOishi ParkLocated on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi, this park offers seasonal flowers and views of Mount Fuji.
Oishi Park may be busy at certain times and on popular tourist days, so consider an early-morning visit to avoid crowds.
NeighborhoodsFuji Five LakesThis is a lake district at the northern foot of Mount Fuji.
Cruises calling at Shimizu
203 sailings are grouped into 143 cruises by ship and route.
Norwegian Cruise Line5 departure dates4 sailings available to book
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2028.03Asia cruises · 9 nights · Mid-length cruise
Asia: Osaka, Kochi, Jeju & Nagoya
Incheon → Yokohama
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,270
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2026.11Asia cruises · 9 nights · Mid-length cruise
Asia: Taipei, Osaka, Kochi & Okinawa
Yokohama → Hong Kong
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,079
Holland America LineSailing 2027.02Asia cruises · 28 nights · Long cruise
28-Day The Philippines, Taiwan & Southern Japan
Hong Kong → Tokyo
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Celebrity CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.02Asia cruises · 15 nights · Long cruise
15 Nt Best Of Japan, Vietnam & Hong Kong
Singapore → Yokohama
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Norwegian Cruise Line2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2027.02 ~ 2028.02Asia cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Asia: Taipei, Osaka, Kochi & Okinawa
Hong Kong → Tokyo
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,970
Holland America LineSailing 2027.02Asia cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
14-Day Southern Japan
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Celebrity Cruises11 departure dates8 sailings available to book
Sailing 2027.03 ~ 2027.09
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollectionSailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 12 nights · Long cruise
Hong Kong to Tokyo
Hong Kong → Tokyo
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 24,300
Princess CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 23 nights · Long cruise
Grand Japan Cherry Blossoms
Yokohama departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 4,669
Regent Seven Seas CruisesSailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 12 nights · Long cruise
Castles, Temples & Geishas
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 13,149
Princess CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 24 nights · Long cruise
Grand Circle Japan Cherry Blossoms
Yokohama departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 4,109
Princess CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 12 nights · Long cruise
Japan Explorer Cherry Blossoms
Yokohama departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,082
143 cruises call at this port.
Ships calling at Shimizu
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Princess Cruises · 49 sailings
Diamond Princess
7 cabin types · 17 dining venues · 27 entertainment options · 13 decks
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Princess Cruises · 28 sailings
Sapphire Princess
7 cabin types · 15 dining venues · 23 entertainment options · 13 decks
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Celebrity Cruises · 25 sailings
Celebrity Millennium
26 cabin types · 11 dining venues · 35 entertainment options · 12 decks
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Celebrity Solstice
33 cabin types · 13 dining venues · 43 entertainment options · 14 decks
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About Shimizu
The salt and pepper cone of Japan's most famous natural landmark won’t fail to take your breath away, as it soars into the sky in a vision of spectacular symmetry. Make sure your camera is fully prepared before you dock in Shimizu’s port, where unparalleled views of the extraordinary Mount Fuji’s dramatic peak await. Take your time to soak up one of Japan's most iconic views, before dipping your toes into the rest of what this destination of tranquil temples has to offer. While there’s a bustling fish market, and a charming amusement park waiting close to the port, most new arrivals immediately set off in pursuit of the best views of Mount Fuji, or to see the stunning panorama on offer from the heights of the Kunozan Toshogu Shrine. Take the cable car up to the top, to experience the tranquillity around the forested shrine, and to enjoy its stunning architecture of deep scarlets and gleaming golds. You can also enjoy heart-stopping views out over the Bay of Suruga, and the tea plantations below.
Cruise lines calling here: 8 places
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