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History enthusiasts and as a convenient meeting point.
Statue of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu
JP
Sculpture·Urban, Historical, Accessible
Standing proudly in front of Shizuoka Station, the Statue of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu is a tribute to one of Japan's most significant historical figures. The sculpture depicts the shogun in his prime, projecting a majestic and well-built presence against the backdrop of the contemporary Aoi Tower. It is a popular spot for photography and serves as an easily identifiable meeting point for groups. Visitors can also find nearby statues of Imagawa Yoshimoto and Takechiyo (the young Ieyasu), making the station plaza a small open-air gallery of local history.
Standing proudly in front of Shizuoka Station, the Statue of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu is a tribute to one of Japan's most significant historical figures. The sculpture depicts the shogun in his prime, projecting a majestic and well-built presence against the backdrop of the contemporary Aoi Tower. It is a popular spot for photography and serves as an easily identifiable meeting point for groups. Visitors can also find nearby statues of Imagawa Yoshimoto and Takechiyo (the young Ieyasu), making the station plaza a small open-air gallery of local history.
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Highlights
Prominent statue of the first Shogun of Japan.
Conveniently located near Shizuoka Station's North Exit.
Features the modern Aoi Tower as a backdrop.
Part of a series of historical statues in the area.
Currency
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Time of Day
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Locals, Solo
Reviews
4.0
Great108 reviews
The Statue of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu is widely recognized as a convenient and iconic landmark in Shizuoka. Reviewers frequently mention its prime location just outside the North Exit of Shizuoka Station, making it an ideal and easy-to-find meeting spot. The statue itself is described as majestic and well-built, though some visitors humorously note that the head appears slightly large in proportion to the body. Many appreciate its historical significance, noting that it honors the first shogun who helped unify Japan. Its proximity to other historical statues, like those of Imagawa Yoshimoto and Takechiyo, adds value for those interested in local heritage. Overall, it is seen as a great piece of urban art that provides a sense of place to the station area.
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Location
Kuroganecho, Shizuoka, Japan
