Key points of Hachinohe Port
- The passenger ship will dock at Hattaro Pier No. 4. It's about a 20-minute drive to JR Hon-Hachinohe Station and about 40 minutes to Misawa Airport.
- The Tatenohana Wharf Morning Market, held every Sunday, is the largest morning market in Japan (when ships are docked on Sundays).
- Hachinohe Senbei-jiru, a local dish that has been loved for over 200 years, is a local specialty.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of port is Hachinohe Port?
Hachinohe Port is located in Hachinohe City, in the southeastern part of Aomori Prefecture, and serves as the gateway to one of Japan's leading fishing towns.
Docking location and access
| Main docking locations | Hattaro Pier No. 4 |
|---|---|
| JR Hon-Hachinohe Station | Approximately 20 minutes by car |
| Misawa Airport | Approximately 40 minutes by car |
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
half day
- Tatehana Wharf Morning Market: A large-scale morning market that appears every Sunday at Tatehana Fishing Port.
- Hachinohe city center: An area where many restaurants are located in alleyways.
Port town cuisine
- Hachinohe Senbei-jiru: A local dish in which Nanbu senbei crackers are added to a pot.
- Ichigo-ni: A soup dish made with sea urchin and abalone.
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Map of shops around the port
These are restaurants around Hachinohe 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.
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
Q1When is the Tatehana Wharf Morning Market held?
It's every Sunday morning. If your ship is docked on a Sunday, please visit.
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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