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Shimonoseki Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency
Free cancellation available
Price is €616 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

This tour is designed for travellers who visit Shimonoseki by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Shimonoseki Port or hotels near the port. This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Shimonoseki.

Enjoy a 6-hour private tour with your own guide and vehicle, customised to your interests. From the bustling Karato Market famous for fugu and fresh sushi to the dramatic Kanmon Strait with its great bridge, the vermilion Akama Shrine, the historic castle town of Chofu, and the breathtaking views from Mount Hino, you will discover the very best of this storied port city at the western tip of Honshu.

You can choose 3-4 sites from the itinerary list, and your guide will tailor the route to make the most of your limited time in port. Sit back, relax, and let your private guide handle all the logistics for a stress-free and memorable day in Shimonoseki.

Activity location

  • Karato Sea Market
    • 5-50 Karato-cho,
    • 750-0005, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Shimonoseki Port
    • Japan

Check availability

Van (Up to 7 pax)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Van (Up to 7 pax)
Pickup included

Price details
€892.35 x 1 Adult€892.35
Total
Price is €892.35
Until Sun, 2 Aug

Regular Car (Up to 2 pax)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Regular Car (Up to 2 pax)
Pickup included

Price details
€616.20 x 1 Adult€616.20
Total
Price is €616.20
Until Sun, 2 Aug

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)
Pickup included

Price details
€792.26 x 1 Adult€792.26
Total
Price is €792.26
Until Sun, 2 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Customisable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'Itinerary' list
  • Inclusions
    Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Exclusions
    You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Exclusions
    Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under Itinerary
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Karato Sea Market

  • 45m
Karato Market is one of Shimonoseki's most famous fish markets, renowned for its incredibly fresh seafood and especially fugu (pufferfish). Stalls sell freshly made sushi and sashimi to enjoy on the spot, making it a paradise for food lovers right by the water.

Kanmon Bridge

  • 30m
The Kanmon Bridge spans the narrow Kanmon Strait connecting Honshu and Kyushu. Enjoy sweeping views of the strait where ships pass close to shore and historic Genpei battles were once fought, with the bridge arching gracefully overhead.

Akama Shrine

  • 30m
Akama Shrine is famous for its striking vermilion Suiten-mon gate, modelled on the legendary undersea palace. It enshrines the child-emperor Antoku, who perished in the nearby Genpei sea battle, and offers a serene, photogenic glimpse into Shimonoseki's history.

Jokamachi Chofu

  • 40m
Jokamachi Chofu is a beautifully preserved former castle town, lined with earthen walls, stone-paved lanes and samurai residences. Stroll through its tranquil historic streets and soak up the refined atmosphere of old Shimonoseki.

Hinoyama Observatory

  • 30m
From the Hinoyama Observatory atop Mount Hino, take in a breathtaking panorama of the Kanmon Strait, the graceful Kanmon Bridge and the cities of Shimonoseki and Kitakyushu spread out below - one of the best viewpoints in the region.

Tsunoshima Ohashi

  • 40m
The Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge stretches gracefully across emerald-green waters to Tsunoshima Island. One of Japan's most scenic coastal bridges, it offers postcard-perfect views and a refreshing seaside stop on your private tour.

Kozanji Temple

  • 30m
Kozanji Temple is a tranquil Zen temple set among lush greenery in the Chofu district. Admire its elegant Buddha Hall, a designated National Treasure and the oldest Zen-style building in Japan, in a peaceful, contemplative setting.

Kaikyo Yume Tower

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Kaikyo Yume Tower is Shimonoseki's tallest landmark, crowned by a distinctive spherical observation deck. It offers 360-degree views over the Kanmon Strait, the city and surrounding islands - a great spot to get your bearings on the region.

Location

Activity location

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    Karato Sea Market
    • 5-50 Karato-cho,
    • 750-0005, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Shimonoseki Port
    • Japan

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