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Journey Tracing Tokugawa Ieyasu the Key Figure in Shizuoka’s Rise

"Shizuoka City History Museum," a new landmark in Shizuoka City, stands approximately a 15-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station. Exhibits explore the history of Shizuoka from multiple perspectives, including Sunpu and Tokugawa Ieyasu, whose leadership brought political, economic, and cultural prosperity; the Imagawa clan, who raised Ieyasu during childhood; and the Tokaido road system established under his rule. Highlights include remains of a late Sengoku-period road and stone walls displayed in their excavated state, along with displays depicting Sunpu about 400 years ago during Ieyasu’s governance and scenes of everyday life at the time. Located near the Higashigomon Gate of Sunpu Castle, the museum also serves as a key base for tracing Ieyasu's legacy, along with Sunpu Castle Park.

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Discover New Themes in the Quarterly Exhibition Series

Four special exhibitions are held each year, organized by theme and focusing on the history of Shizuoka City. Related events take place during each exhibition period, and exhibition catalogs may also be available at the museum shop. Details on upcoming exhibitions and programs are available on the official website and social media.

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"Observation Lounge" with Views of Mt Fuji

From the third-floor "Observation Lounge," views extend to Mount Fuji alongside the Higashigomon Gate and Tatsumi Yagura of Sunpu Castle Park. At dusk, the mountain may appear tinted crimson. The space also serves as a setting for commemorative photographs.

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Explore Rare Materials in the "Ieyasu Research Room"

Specialized books, journals, and other valuable materials related to research on Shizuoka City are available for reading, including publications presenting the work of museum curators. Materials can also be searched through the collection database. Reference services are available at the research room reception desk. User registration is required for access.

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Tracing the History of Tokugawa Ieyasu Finding Clues for the Future Through the Present

Exploring the history of Ieyasu, who rose from childhood through the Warring States period to become the ruler of the realm and later based his final years in Sunpu, fostering political, economic, and cultural prosperity, opens the door to the history of Japan.

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Rare Late Sengoku Period Ruins Preserved on Site

In the free area on the first floor, the authentic "late Sengoku-period road and stone wall remains," discovered across a length of approximately 33 meters, are permanently displayed in the same state as when excavated. The preserved remains offer a rare view of these historical structures.
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Weekend Events Designed for Hands On Learning

On the first floor, the “Learning Support and Community Activity Space” hosts weekly weekend events open to all, including curator talks and craft or hands-on activities led by staff and volunteers. Participation is free and no reservation is required, making the programs accessible to visitors as well.
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Step Back Into Sunpu as It Was Four Centuries Ago

The second and third floors present exhibits on Sunpu Castle town about 400 years ago, when Tokugawa Ieyasu, having become the ruler of the realm, spent his later years in Sunpu as the retired shogun and fostered political, economic, and cultural prosperity. Displays also cover the Imagawa clan, who raised Ieyasu during childhood, and the Tokaido road.
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Guided History Tour Through the Local Streets

The weekend town walk "Shizureki Guide Tour" explores the history of Shizuoka City along a roughly 2km route over about 90 minutes while listening to explanations from a guide. Advance registration is required, although same-day registration may be available at the information desk if space remains.
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Browse Books and Gifts Beside the Cafe Counter

The museum shop and café overlooks the Higashigomon Gate and "Tatsumi Yagura" of Sunpu Castle Park. Exhibition catalogs, original goods, and collaboration items are available, along with a menu featuring coffee and light meals.
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Shizuoka City Museum of History

Address

4-16 Otemachi, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka

Access

[Car] 20-minute drive from Shizuoka IC on the Tomei Expressway; [Train] 5-minute walk from Shin-Shizuoka Station on the Shizuoka Railway Shizuoka-Shimizu Line and 15-minute walk from Shizuoka Station on the JR Lines; [Bus] 3-minute walk from the "Prefectural Office / Shizuoka City Hall Aoi Ward Office" bus stop on the Shizutetsu Justline bus lines

Official Website

https://scmh.jp/

TEL

+81-54-204-1005Please inform the staff that you found us through "Tabiiro."

FAX

+81-54-204-7373

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Business hours

9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Exhibition room last entry 5:30 P.M.)

Regular Holiday

Mondays and the New Year holidays *If Monday is a public holiday, closed on the next weekday; may be temporarily closed due to exhibition changes, or temporarily open for events.

Fee

[1F] Free / [2F & 3F Permanent Exhibition] General: 600 yen / High School Students, University Students, and Shizuoka City Residents aged 70 and older: 420 yen / Elementary and Junior High School Students: 150 yen (Free for those living or attending school in Shizuoka City) / Preschool Children: Free *Special exhibitions require a separate fee; please check the official website for details.

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