Karato Market area

唐戸市場エリア

4.1Est. 120Shimonoseki, Chugoku

Overview

The Karato Market area sits on the Shimonoseki waterfront facing the Kanmon Strait, where the morning fish market draws weekend crowds for fresh fugu (pufferfish) sashimi sold directly from stalls. The adjacent Kaikyokan aquarium and maritime museum round out a half-day port visit.

Practical info

Japanese name: 唐戸市場エリア
Nearest station: Shimonoseki Station (10 min bus)

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