Where to Stay

For convenience, we recommend staying at the Nippondaira Hotel, where the wedding ceremony and reception will be held. This stunning hotel overlooks Mt. Fuji and the Suruga Bay, offering both comfort and spectacular views—plus, you’ll be right at the heart of the festivities. If you’d prefer to stay elsewhere, there are many great hotels near Shizuoka Station, which is a central hub for the bullet train (Shinkansen) and local transit. Staying near the station is ideal if you're looking for easy access to restaurants, shops, or day trips in the area.

Hotel Suggestions near Shizuoka Station:

• Hotel Ole Inn

• Birupaku

• Hotel Celeste (this is an unmanned hotel)

• Hotel Grand Hills Shizuoka

• Hotel Associa Shizuoka

• Grand Hills Shizuoka

How to Get There:

We recommend flying into Tokyo and turning your trip into a little adventure! Here's the best route to get to Shizuoka for the wedding.

Step 1: Fly into Tokyo

Book your international flight into one of these airports:

• Haneda Airport (HND) – closer to central Tokyo (~30 minutes by train)

• Narita Airport (NRT) – about 1 to 1.5 hours train ride from the city

Both airports have convenient train or bus connections into Tokyo. Use google maps to view train route options from the airport.

Bus Option (to and from both Haneda & Narita airports): Airport Limousine Bus

Step 2: Explore Tokyo

Spend a few days enjoying Tokyo's neighborhoods, amazing food, and culture. From shopping in Shibuya to temples in Asakusa, there’s something for everyone.

Step 3: Take the Bullet Train to Shizuoka

From Tokyo Station, take the Tokaido Shinkansen to Shizuoka Station.
We recommend the following train types:

• Hikari – about 1 hour (faster, stops less often)

• Kodama – about 1 hour 20 minutes (slightly slower, more frequent stops)

Tip: No Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) needed — just purchase a ticket at the station or via machines (English available), or book online through services like SmartEX or JR Central. Bullet Train tickets are purchased separately from your IC card.

Once you arrive at Shizuoka Station, you can:

• Stay nearby for easy access to shops, food, and transport

• Or take the free Nippondaira Hotel shuttle (approx. 40 minutes) or a taxi to the wedding venue

Getting to the Venue (Nippondaira Hotel)

From Shizuoka Station, the Nippondaira Hotel is approximately 20 minutes away. The hotel offers a free shuttle service (~40 min) between the station and the hotel—perfect for a no-stress ride up the mountain. Refer to the link noted.

If you’re taking the Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo, Kyoto, or other cities, we recommend arriving at Shizuoka Station, then using the shuttle or a taxi to reach the hotel.

Additional information on how to get to the venue once you arrive at the JR Shizuoka Station: See here