クルーズ振興・port_information　​Port of Shimonoseki

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Arcaport

Honko Area

Choshu Dejima

The Shimonoseki Port faces the Kanmon Straits and is located on the westernmost end of Honshu Island. Since times of old, it has served as a gateway to the mainland. Its selling points include its history as a strait city and the food (globefish, sea urchin, whale, angler, etc.) it has to offer, while the beautiful scenery of the Kanmon Straits has a soothing effect on all who visit.
The Arcaport area has a quay for passenger ships, and nearby there is an aquarium, the Karato Market and an amusement facility that includes a Ferris Wheel. Being able to enjoy sightseeing, gourmet food and shopping while walking around these facilities and gazing out at the Kanmon Straits is another thing that draws people to the Shimonoseki Port.

Overview of Port Facilities

Port Area Information

Port Area Tourist Information

Main Attractions

Akama Shrine

Emperor Antoku, defeated in the Battle of Dan-no-ura and drowned in the Kanmon Straits at the young age of 8, is enshrined here. On the grounds of the temple, you will find the Houichi Hall from Lafcadio Hearn’s famous Hoichi the Earless.

• Access：　12 min on foot from Arcaport wharf of Shimonoseki port
• Season：　Year-round
• Location：　4 Amidaiji-cho,Shimonoseki City
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• Parking：　Cars:Yes / Buses:Yes
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Karato Market

As the top handler of pufferfish in Japan, Yamaguchi prides itself on its many local foods. On weekends, the Karato Market is packed as many people come to buy fresh sushi.

• Access：　5 min on foot from Arcaport wharf of Shimonoseki port
• Season：　Year-round
• Location：　5-50 Karato-cho, Shimonoseki City
• Hours：　5:00-15:00　Sundays, holidays 8:00-15:00
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• Parking：　Cars: Yes　Buses: Yes
• Remarks：　Ikiiki Bakangai(Eating): Fridays, Saturdays 10:00～15:00　Sundays, holidays 8:00～15:00

Castle Town Chofu

According to Nihon-shoki, the oldest chronicle of Japan, this town became known as Chofu because it was the site of the Nagato-no-kuni (Choshu) and Kokufu domains. In the Edo Period, it prospered as a castle town of 50,000 koku of rice under the Chofu Mori clan, and during the last days of the shogunate, it became the stage for the revolution that became the Meiji Restoration. Walk along historical streets with names from ages past such as Furue-koji, Yokomakura-koji, and Dangukawa, and enjoy the slow passage of time and the rustling of leaves. The surrounding area includes Kozan-ji Temple (a designated National Treasure), Chofu Museum, and the Mori Residence, as well as many fashionable cafés.

• Access：　15 min by car
• Season：　Year-round
• Location：　Chofu, Shimonoseki City
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• Parking：　Cars: Yes / Buses: Yes
• Remarks：　Buses should use the Chofu Kanko Kaikan(Souvenir Shop).

Tsunoshima Island / Tsunoshima Bridge

At 1,780m, Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge is one of the longest bridges in Japan that does not charge a toll. After a crossing that feels like sliding across the distinctive cobalt blue waters of this area, visitors reach the pristine nature of Kita-Nagato Kaigan Quasi-National Park. This is a place where you can enjoy the feel of an ocean breeze and feel the harmony of humans and nature that has continued since time immemorial.

• Access：　90 min by car
• Season：　Year-round
• Location：　Tsunoshima, Houhoku-cho, Shimonoseki City
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• Parking：　Cars: Yes / Buses: Yes
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Events

Shimonoseki Kaikyo Festival

This festival is rich with historical ambience and is based on actual historical events that took place in the Shimonoseki Strait. On May 3, a variety of events are held to commemorate the war between the Genji and Heike clans. The events include the extravagant and gorgeous Sentei-sai Festival that recalls the fallen Heike Clan following its defeat at the Battle of Dan-no-Ura, the ”Genpei Naval Battle” sea parade of more than 80 ships festooned with the red and white flags of the two armies, and a heroic warrior parade.

• Access：　12 min on foot from Arcaport wharf of Shimonoseki port
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• Location：　Shimonoseki City, Karato area
• Date：　May 3 every year