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Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Licensed Guide

A fully private, government-licensed guided journey spanning two iconic port cities — Shimonoseki and Moji — unlocking samurai history, retro Meiji-era architecture, and the thundering Kanmon Strait in one extraordinary day.

What to expect

Your private guide meets you at the pier and whisks you across the Kanmon Strait to Moji Port, a treasure trove of Meiji-era red-brick warehouses, colonnaded avenues, and harbour views. Back in Shimonoseki, the guide navigates you through the Akama Shrine — a vermilion jewel dedicated to the child emperor Antoku — and along the sweeping Kanmon Bridge overlook. The day moves at your pace, with insider commentary turning every site into a story. Lunch at a curated local restaurant is woven naturally into the schedule.

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Japan Shore Excursions
From USD 159 per person (private group pricing varies)
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Good to know

Book directly and confirm the all-aboard time with your guide at the start — 6-hour tours leave ample buffer. Comfortable walking shoes essential; some Moji sites involve cobbled streets.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Shimonoseki — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Princess · Diamond Princess
9 nights · calls at Shimonoseki
from $1,041
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