Cruise terminal → Train station
Walk from the terminal toward the train station. The stated travel time is about 20 minutes; check the actual route and walking conditions.
Cruise port in Japan
Shimonoseki
Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 8.8 hours. 16 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 3 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 9 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 8.8 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 1,534
Photo: Ikarovski
After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Kanmon kisen Shimonoseki Passenger Terminal. Explore on foot directly from the pier.
- Where the ship docks
Cruise ships dock at Kanmon kisen Shimonoseki Passenger Terminal.
- Getting from the Port to the Train Station
The port is listed as about a 20-minute walk from the train station, so allow enough time to travel after disembarking.
- Local Transport
Taxis are available at the cruise pier and major transport hubs, and Sanden Bus operates several local routes.
About 9 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Cruise terminal → Major city attractions
Take an available taxi at the pier and show the driver your destination. The fare and travel time vary by destination and traffic.
Cruise terminal → Shimonoseki city
Take a Sanden Bus route to the city. Confirm the stop location and route for your destination locally.
Shimonoseki places to explore
Explore 16 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.
Akama Shrine
This historic Shimonoseki shrine is a place to look around the grounds and take in its architecture and atmosphere.
- Visit
- about 45 min
- Admission
- Free
Follow local etiquette in the worship area.
Tsunoshima Bridge
This is a place to enjoy views of Tsunoshima Bridge stretching out over the sea and the coastline.
- Visit
- about 45 min
- Admission
- Free
It is away from the city center, so allow plenty of time for the round trip.
Shimonoseki City Aquarium Kaikyokan
This aquarium in Shimonoseki has exhibits of marine life.
- Visit
- about 2 hr
- Admission
- Free
Check admission fees and visiting hours in the official information.
Hinoyama Park
This is a park on Hinoyama, where visitors can stroll while looking out over the Kanmon Strait and surrounding scenery.
- Visit
- about 1 hr
- Admission
- Free
It is on a hill, so check the route and transportation in advance.
Mimosusogawa Park
This park is on the shore of the Kanmon Strait and is a pleasant place for a short walk with views of the strait.
- Visit
- about 30 min
- Admission
- Free
Shimonoseki City History Museum
This municipal museum offers an overview of the local history of Shimonoseki.
- Visit
- about 1 hr 15 min
- Admission
- Free
Check closing days and exhibition details before visiting.
Cruises calling at Shimonoseki
Sailings on the same ship and route are grouped together.
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2027.03Asia cruises · 9 nights · Mid-length cruise
Asia: Osaka, Kochi, Jeju & Nagoya
Incheon → Yokohama
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,390
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Sailing 2027.11Asia cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Japan: Osaka, Kochi, Nagoya & Busan
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 3,498
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Sailing 2027.11Asia cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Asia: Kochi, Osaka, Jeju & Nagoya
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,376
Emerald CruisesSailing 2028.05Asia cruises · 24 nights · Long cruise
Discover East Asia: Osaka to Hong Kong
Osaka departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 21,895
Princess CruisesSailing 2028.06Asia cruises · 17 nights · Long cruise
Grand Circle Japan
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,596
Emerald CruisesSailing 2028.06Asia cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Temples and Treasures: Busan to Hong Kong
Busan → Osaka
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 12,021
Emerald CruisesSailing 2028.06Asia cruises · 24 nights · Long cruise
Discover Coastal Treasures: Korea to Vietnam
Busan → Ho Chi Minh City
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 20,148
Princess CruisesSailing 2028.06Asia cruises · 9 nights · Mid-length cruise
Japan Explorer
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,534
Princess CruisesBook now
Sailing 2028.06Asia cruises · 18 nights · Long cruise
Grand Japan with Okinawa & Taiwan
Tokyo departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,813
9 cruises call at this port.
Ships calling at Shimonoseki
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Emerald Cruises · 3 sailings
Emerald Xara
6 cabin types · 2 dining venues · 10 entertainment options · 6 decks
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Norwegian Cruise Line · 3 sailings
Norwegian Jade
29 cabin types · 15 dining venues · 35 entertainment options · 12 decks
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Princess Cruises · 3 sailings
Diamond Princess
7 cabin types · 17 dining venues · 27 entertainment options · 13 decks
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About Shimonoseki
Emerald Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line call at Shimonoseki. The average port stay is about 8 hours, and it is included on an itinerary continuing to Beppu, Oita, and Hiroshima.
Cruise lines calling here: 3 places
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