Sunpu Castle Park & Shizuoka Sengen Shrine

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Shimizu (Mount Fuji), Japan
Moderate Activity Level
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3.0 hours
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Sunpu Castle Park: Begin your journey with a scenic ride to Sunpu Castle Park, where the lush gardens envelop the historic ruins of Sunpu Castle, built by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1585. Explore the impressive stone walls and restored gate and visit the library with documents on the castle's history. Don't miss the bronze statue of Ieyasu with a falcon and the mandarin orange tree he allegedly planted. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and the traditional teahouse offering a ceremonial tea experience.

Shizuoka Sengen Shrine: Discover the beauty of Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, a complex featuring seven shrines with three main ones remodeled between 1804 and 1864. This site houses 26 Important Cultural Assets and an impressive collection of Tokugawa shogunate artifacts, including armor and artwork. Marvel at the shrine's remarkable architecture with gold leaf and wood carvings and enjoy stunning views of Mt. Fuji from the spacious two-story worship hall.