Sumpu Castle

Sumpu Castle (駿府城), built by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1586, was once his retirement home. Located in the heart of Shizuoka City, a 10-minute walk from JR Shizuoka Station, the castle grounds now mostly consist of a park. Although the original buildings were destroyed, the grounds are still surrounded by a moat.
Efforts to restore the castle have brought back parts of its former glory, like the reconstructed East Gate and guard tower, which include exhibits. Sumpu Park, home to the beautiful Momijiyama Japanese Garden, offers visitors a tranquil space with a pond, walking trails, and a teahouse serving local tea.