A Port City with A Colorful History
Given its location at the end of the island of Honshu (the mainland of Japan), Shimonoseki has prospered as a gateway to Eurasia as well as a strategic stop for land and maritime transport in the area. The city has some historical significance as a result of its geographic location, and it's a destination well worth exploring for daring foodies, too. With a wealth of historical sites, ethnic atmosphere, beautiful scenery and Japanese cuisine, Shimonoseki is a city that will capture your heart.
Shimonoseki is surrounded on three sides by ocean, the Seto Inland Sea, the Hibikinada Sea and the Sea of Japan, so it goes without saying that the seafood here is bar none. Shimonoseki is your best bet for trying seafood tourists may consider “exotic.” Be sure stop by Karato Market or any one of many restaurants to sample the seafood. You're spoiled for choice at the enormous Karato Ichiba fish market. Take your pick of the tantalizing sushi and other delicacies on display.
Boasting attractive scenery along the Kanmon Straits, the city witnessed so many important events in Japanese history. There are many sights and places of historical and cultural interest in the city, such as ancient samurai residences and clay walls.
Shimonoseki is surrounded on three sides by ocean, the Seto Inland Sea, the Hibikinada Sea and the Sea of Japan, so it goes without saying that the seafood here is bar none. Shimonoseki is your best bet for trying seafood tourists may consider “exotic.” Be sure stop by Karato Market or any one of many restaurants to sample the seafood. You're spoiled for choice at the enormous Karato Ichiba fish market. Take your pick of the tantalizing sushi and other delicacies on display.
Boasting attractive scenery along the Kanmon Straits, the city witnessed so many important events in Japanese history. There are many sights and places of historical and cultural interest in the city, such as ancient samurai residences and clay walls.
