Meet at Shimizu Port: Mt. Fuji Zen & Matcha Experience
The Experience
■Discover the spiritual heart of Shimizu on a Zen & culture experience. ・Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time in port ・Enjoy a relaxed guided tour with a local expert ・Step into the historic Tesshu-ji Temple, home to the Tokugawa family legacy ・Experience Zazen meditation and short sutra chanting before a 1,000-year-old Bodhisattva ・Savor matcha and traditional wagashi in a serene temple setting ・Ring a historic temple bell — a rare WWII survivor protected by Tokugawa heritage ・Receive a personalized hand-written Goshuin with your name written in original Japanese kanji ・Capture breathtaking views of Mount Fuji from Shimizu Marine Park ・Hassle-free experience with full guidance, cultural insights, and curated photo moments included ・Well-paced 2-hour itinerary blending spirituality, history, and iconic scenery
How to book
Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.
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5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation · 24h before
from₹13,631
Includes: Photo assistance by your guide (shared via Google Drive, not professional photography) · Admission fees for Tetsushuji Temple · Matcha & traditional wagashi experience · +4 more
Included
- Photo assistance by your guide (shared via Google Drive, not professional photography)
- Admission fees for Tetsushuji Temple
- Matcha & traditional wagashi experience
- Personalized Goshuin with original Japanese kanji name
- Ring a historic bell with Mount Fuji views
- English-speaking guide included
- Zen meditation & sutra chanting experience
Not included
- Taxi fares (approx. 1,500 JPY per vehicle each way) are not included and should be paid directly to the driver. Your guide provides full navigation and escort.
- Personal expenses (e.g. souvenirs, extra food, or drinks)
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Logistics & Transit
Difficulty & Fitness
Easy — suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed.
About the guide
Know before you go
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Booked on Viator
From ₹13,631
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