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Sunpu Castle Park

A historic site where Tokugawa Ieyasu built his estate and spent his retirement

This park is located on the site of "Sunpu Castle," where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent his later years as the "Ōgosho" after stepping down from the position of shogun.

Protected by double moats and stone walls, the park serves as a place of relaxation for citizens while conveying the historical significance cherished by the ruler of the land.

The restored "Higashi-gomon Gate and Tatsumi Yagura" are a must-see.

It has been renovated into an exhibition facility where visitors can delve deeply into the castle’s history based on the latest research.

At the "Hitsujisaru Yagura," which has also been restored using traditional construction methods, you can view the intricate tower structure up close and be awed by the architectural techniques of the time.

Another highlight is the site of the castle keep foundation, one of the largest in Japan, where excavation work is still ongoing.

The massive stone walls evoke the majestic presence of the great castle that once stood here.

After your stroll, head to the "Momijiyama Garden," which displays different charms throughout the seasons.

Savoring tea and traditional sweets in the tea house allows you to spend an elegant moment feeling like a feudal lord.

It is also a central tourist spot in Shizuoka, bustling as a venue for events such as the “Shizuoka Festival” and the “World Street Performance Cup.”

Themes

History

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The Tatsumi Watchtower and the Higashi Gate

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Aoi Fune

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Statue of Yaji and Kita

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Basic Information

Address

1-1 Sunpu Castle Park, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 420-0855

Telephone Number

054-251-0016（Sunpu Castle Park Ninomaru Facility Management Office）

Fax number

054-251-0056

Open

9:00 AM–4:30 PM (Last admission at 4:00 PM)

Closures

Mondays (Open as usual even if Monday is a national holiday; no make-up closure)
Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29–January 3)

Price

[Combined Ticket for 3 Facilities (Higashi-no-Mon & Tatsumi-yagura, Kon-yagura, Momijiyama Garden)]
Adults: 360 yen (Groups: 280 yen)
Elementary and Junior High School Students: 120 yen (Groups: 90 yen)

[Admission Tickets for Individual Facilities]
・Higashi-no-Mon & Tatsumi-yagura
Adults: 200 yen (Groups: 160 yen)
・Kon-yagura
Adults: 100 yen (Groups: 80 yen)
・Momijiyama Garden
Adults: 150 yen (Groups: 120 yen)
Elementary and Junior High School Students: 50 yen (Groups: 40 yen)

Access

[Car]
Approximately 17 minutes from the Shizuoka Interchange on the Tomei Expressway
Approximately 18 minutes from the Shin-Shizuoka Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway

[Public Transportation]
About a 15-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station
About a 12-minute walk from Shin-Shizuoka Station
Take the Shizutetsu Just Line bus and get off at the "Prefectural Government Building/Shizuoka City Hall/Aoi Ward Office" stop; it is about a 3- to 5-minute walk from there

Car Park