Johoku Park
This park, a symbol of Shizuoka City, is situated on the site of Sunpu Castle—built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Shogunate, and where he spent his retirement years. Enclosed by double moats and stone walls, the park serves as a place of relaxation for residents while also evoking a sense of its historical significance.
The Higashi-mon Gate and Tatsumi Yagura have been renovated to feature exhibits on “The Life of Sunpu Castle,” incorporating the latest research findings. Additionally, at the Hitsujisaru Yagura—restored using traditional construction methods—visitors can view the three-story, two-tiered yagura structure up close from an open-air atrium.Other must-see spots include the site of the castle keep foundation—one of the largest in Japan, where excavation work is currently underway—and the beautiful Kōyōyama Garden, which offers stunning seasonal foliage. Furthermore,
- Johoku Park
Basic Information
- Address
- 29 Oiwa-Honcho, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 420-0884
- Telephone Number
- 054-221-1121
- Access
[Car]
About a 20-minute drive from the Shizuoka Interchange on the Tomei Expressway[Public Transportation]
Shizutetsu Just Line Bus, Nakahara-Ikegaya Line: Take the bus bound for "Karase Branch Office" (12-minute ride) and get off at the "Rinzai-ji" bus stop.- Website
*Please note that business hours, holidays, and prices are subject to change, so please check with the contact information provided before visiting.
