Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Language
Japanese
Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
Best Time to Visit
Mar–Apr
Typical Duration
14-25 nights
Price Range
From $50 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Tokyo and Japan's cultural heartland, offering cruisers access to Mount Fuji, traditional temples, and modern Japanese cities on Asia-Pacific itineraries.
Cruises that visit Shimizu
- cruises to Shimizu
- Shimizu sailings
- Shimizu cruises
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 11-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 11-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 12-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Shimizu
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Gotemba Premium Outlets
There’s bottega, prada and gucci among a few more european brands.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Mishima Skywalk
There are zipline activities and a delicious sora (sky) ice cream.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Miho no Matsubara (Miho Pine Forest)
Highly recommended for a day trip or a quiet escape from the city!
Kunōzan Tōshōgū
Well worth the small extra fee if you have some time.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Kashi-no-Ichi Market
You Can also have a healthy breakfast, dinner or lunch.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
S-Pulse Dream Plaza
Food shops and restaurants downstairs and arts and crafts upstairs.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Sumpu Castle Park
A few nice castle structures and fish.
Nihondaira Yume Terrace
Absolute must do if youre in Shimizu or Shizuoka.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
SUN TO MOON Kakitagawa
Big mall with different buildings linked by a passerelle.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Nihondaira
I post here the cafe and museum opening times.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
NEOPASA Shimizu
Clean & well maintained but having very few shops.
Open 24 hours
MARK IS Shizuoka
... spacious mall with the essentials, food court, clothing, sport store.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Chibi Maruko Chan Land
We spent 2hours here to totally immerse in the space.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Bay Dream Shimizu
This mall offers an expansive array of shops on several levels.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Sakai Coffee Shimizu
Delicious breakfast, friendly staff and nice atmosphere
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Satta Pass
unseen place should check in
Shimizuko Minami
Low-key restaurant for tuna dishes
Closed · Opens 11 AM
イオン清水店
Variety of goods you can buy at reasonable prices
Closed · Opens 8 AM
ごはん屋さくら
Shrimps, fried fish & seafood bowls
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Totosuke
Portside seafood bar serving fried tuna
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Mihama Beach
Really nice beach with life guards.
Ose Beach
Various diving houses will rent changing and shower facilities.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Miho Shirube (Shizuoka City Miho no Matsubara Culture & Creativity Center)
A free entrance and interesting experience
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Miyamoto Shoten
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM
丼兵衛
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Suehiro-zushi
Cozy sushi bar specializing in tuna
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Frespo Shizuoka
Kid-friendly mall with shopping & dining
Closed · Opens 9 AM
まぐろ王国 大ちゃん
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
河岸の市 いちば館 おがわ
Fresh and good quality sashimi, big portions (for me) yet very affordable.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Shimizu Marine Terminal
Multi color building just down the main street.
Closed · Opens 8:45 AM
Road of God
Nice walking path
Shimizu Marine Park
There are many popular events that this venue caters too.
Shimizu Sushi Yokocho
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Shimizu Harbor Bay Cruise
Amazing experience 🤩
Closed · Opens 9 AM
うおかん
the tuna is so fresh and tender it nearly melts in your mouth.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Shimizu Port Uogashi Ryoushi-meshi Kishiya
The fish was delicious, nice selection.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
This Is Cafe Shimizu
Quite pricey but worth it!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Shimizu Lighthouse
Closed for public but nice fresh paint
かね田食堂
The food was delicious and the sashimi was very tasty.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Mitra Indian Nepali Restaurant & Bar
Food and drink is authentic and delicious.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Miho Masaki Beach
A local gem not to be missed.
Don Quijote Shimizu
Really well organized in comparisson to other Don Quijote's.
Closes soon · 3 AM
Kushitani Cafe
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM
炭焼きレストランさわやか
Some friends took me here for the burger.
Closed · Opens 10:45 AM
Suruga Souvenir Yokocho
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Shimizu Station Front Ginza Shopping Street
Most shops are over 70 years old, when the shōtengai was built.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Shimizu Miho Seaside Park
There is a public toilet, clean as expected.
Kominka Pause Cafe
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
海鮮丼専門五鉃清水店
Seafood was very fresh and portion generous.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
kicheka
We had the Caesar salad, fries, hamburger steak with demi and omurice.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Torapatan
Great for English speakers as there is an English menu!
Closed · Opens 8 AM
76COFFEE
Super nice staff, great food and everything is super new and super clean
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
鯨のひげ
The best tonkatsu curry I’ve ever had!!
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Garden Lounge
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
古民家カフェ いつつの森
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
RAINBOW
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Shimizu Sushi Museum
Very informative and the information is delivered in a cute way.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
鉄板焼 結久
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Hinode Pier
I didn’t want to leave.
多国籍食堂 キッチン5
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
麺屋かとむら 清水店
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
Bear's Kitchen
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Chikage Coffee Roastery
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Ejiri-juku
クレイファクトリー
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
soie espresso （ソワエスプレッソ）
Very good coffee made by a very nice elderly lady
Closed · Opens 11 AM
清水マリンパークイルミネーションパーク
NanaCAMi ナナカミカフェ
Dine-in·Curbside pickup
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Shimizu
Shimizu serves as a vibrant port of call on Japan's Pacific coast, welcoming passengers from ten major cruise lines including Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and Viking Ocean Cruises. With nearly 200 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of luxury operators like Seabourn and Silversea, this port has become increasingly popular for Asian itineraries. Most cruises calling here span 14 nights, offering passengers the chance to explore multiple destinations across Japan and beyond, with routes typically extending to Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and even Hong Kong.
As a port of call, Shimizu provides a convenient embarkation point for exploring Japan's rich cultural heritage and modern attractions. Passengers can venture to nearby Tokyo for world-class museums and bustling urban energy, or explore the region's traditional temples and gardens. The port experiences peak activity during spring and fall months—March, April, September, and October—making these ideal times to experience Shimizu's blend of accessibility and authentic Japanese charm.
As a port of call, Shimizu provides a convenient embarkation point for exploring Japan's rich cultural heritage and modern attractions. Passengers can venture to nearby Tokyo for world-class museums and bustling urban energy, or explore the region's traditional temples and gardens. The port experiences peak activity during spring and fall months—March, April, September, and October—making these ideal times to experience Shimizu's blend of accessibility and authentic Japanese charm.
Cruise Lines at Shimizu
- Viking Ocean Cruises (62 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (50 cruises)
- Seabourn (42 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (27 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (23 cruises)
- Holland America Line (21 cruises)
- Silversea (20 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (10 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (5 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (5 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (4 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (2 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Shimizu
Cruises Visiting Shimizu
Ship Schedule at Shimizu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I see at Shimizu Port?
Iconic Mount Fuji views, Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, a bustling fish market, and scenic bay panoramas.
How do I reach Kunozan Toshogu Shrine from the port?
Take the cable car from the port area to the shrine atop the hill for forested surroundings and golden architecture.
When is the best time to visit Shimizu Port?
Early morning or late afternoon for optimal light and fewer crowds.
Is Shimizu Port suitable for families?
Yes, with nearby temples, markets, and safe bay views suitable for all ages.