Shizuoka City Museum of History
From the Imagawa to Ieyasu: Experience the History of Sunpu Castle Town
A new hub of learning in Shizuoka City that blends historical exploration with hands-on experiences and cultural exchange.
The permanent exhibition centers on Tokugawa Ieyasu, introducing the region’s rich historical narrative—from the splendid culture of the Imagawa clan, the Sengoku-period daimyo who raised Ieyasu, to the bustling life of the Sunpu castle town.
The highlight of this facility is the “Remains of Roads and Stone Walls from the Late Warring States Period,” which spans the free area on the first floor.
An authentic “road” miraculously discovered during pre-construction excavations is displayed in its original exposed state.
Gazing up close at the very soil that Tokugawa Ieyasu may have walked upon offers a special experience that allows you to feel the atmosphere of that era firsthand.
This facility also serves as a gateway for historical sightseeing.
With a full lineup of guided historical tours of the city on weekends and assistance from concierges, it is the perfect base for deepening your travel experience.
Image courtesy of Shizuoka City History Museum
Themes
- Shizuoka City Museum of History
- Remains of roads and stone walls from the late Warring States period
- Gallery
- Exhibition Room: The Life of Ieyasu
- Exhibition Hall: The Imagawa Clan Area
- Observation Lounge
- Museum Shop & Café
- Historical Guided Tour
Basic Information
- Address
- 4-16 Ote-cho, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 420-0853
- Telephone Number
- 054-204-1005（Director, Shizuoka City Museum of History）
- Fax number
- 054-204-7373
- Open
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
*Last admission to the exhibition halls is 30 minutes before closing. - Closures
- Mondays (Open on Mondays that are national holidays; closed the following weekday), Year-end and New Year holidays
- Price
- [Permanent Exhibition]
General Admission: 600 yen (Groups: 480 yen)
Shizuoka City residents aged 70 and over: 420 yen (Groups: 330 yen)
High school and college students: 420 yen (Groups: 330 yen)
Elementary and junior high school students residing or attending school outside Shizuoka City: 150 yen (Groups: 120 yen)
*Free admission for elementary and junior high school students residing in or attending school in Shizuoka City, and for preschoolers.
*Separate admission fees apply for special exhibitions.
*Group rates apply to groups of 20 or more.
*Various other discount programs are available (please check the facility’s website for details).
*Admission to the first floor only is free. - Access
[Car]
About 20 minutes from the Shizuoka Interchange on the Tomei Expressway[Public Transportation]
About a 15-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station
About an 8-minute walk from Shin-Shizuoka Station
Take the Shizutetsu Just Line bus and get off at "Kencho/Shizuoka City Hall/Aoi Ward Office," then walk about 6 minutes- Car Park
[Standard-sized vehicle]
None
*Visitors to the exhibition hall are eligible for a discount at the adjacent paid parking lot.- Accessible
- Wheelchair accessible, wheelchair rental available, accessible restrooms, service animals (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs) permitted
*The multipurpose restroom on the first floor is ostomy-friendly - Website
*Please note that business hours, holidays, and prices are subject to change, so please check with the contact information provided before visiting.
