Key points about Oga and Funakawa Ports
- The passenger ship will dock at Funakawa Port on the Oga Peninsula (15,000-ton berth and 7,000-ton berth). It is approximately a 5-minute drive to JR Oga Line's Oga Station.
- There is the Namahage Museum and Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum, which introduce the "Namahage of Oga," a well-known folk custom.
- The local specialty is stone-grilled seafood, a traditional fisherman's dish where seafood is cooked in a pot with heated stones.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of port is Oga-Funakawa Port?
Funakawa Port is a port located on the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture.
Docking location and access
| Main docking locations | Funakawa Port (15,000-ton berth and 7,000-ton berth) |
|---|---|
| JR Oga Station | Approximately 5 minutes by car |
| Akita Airport | Approximately 90 minutes by car |
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
half day
- Namahage Museum/Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum: Exhibits on materials related to the Namahage of Oga and reenactments of traditional rituals.
Port town cuisine
- Stone-grilled cuisine: A local dish from Oga where seafood is quickly cooked in a pot on a heated stone.
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Map of shops around the port
This is a list of restaurants around Oga and Funakawa Port. Clicking on a restaurant on the map will show you its opening hours and customer reviews (Google Maps). Please check in advance whether the restaurant is open on the day of your visit.
Major passenger ships that call at this port
The number of port calls was compiled based on scheduled arrivals from July 2026 to October 2026 (as of September 29, 2026). You can view the ship's introduction page by clicking on the ship name link. Source:WEB CRUISE "Cruise Ship Port Arrival Calendar"Please note that schedules are subject to change, so check the port's official website for the latest information.
From July to October, typhoons can cause skipped port calls or changed port times. See our typhoon and cruise guide for refunds and how to prepare.
FAQ
Q1Can you see Namahage all year round?
You can see historical materials and reenactments of the rituals at the Namahage Museum and the Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum.
Source/Reference Information
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Ports and Harbors Bureau, "Ports Nationwide"
- Japan Tourism Agency / Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "CRUISE PORT GUIDE OF JAPAN"
Last updated: September 29, 2026. Information is subject to change. Please let us know of any inaccuracies or issues you notice through reviews or inquiries.
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