Key points of Hagi Port
- The passenger ship will dock at Hagi Port, Pier A. JR Koshigahama Station is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
- The Hagi castle town, systematically built by Mori Terumoto, is one of the constituent assets of the World Heritage site "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution."
- After the Meiji Restoration, a local specialty is a confection made with summer oranges grown in samurai residences to provide relief for the samurai class.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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Landing permits, all-aboard time, cash and cards, getting around, tax-free shopping and what to do in an emergency: see our Port Day Guide for cruise passengers. Working on board? See the Crew Guide (shore leave, sign-on, shopping near the terminal).
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What kind of port is Hagi Port?
Hagi Port is the port of Hagi City, a castle town in northern Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Docking location and access
| Main docking locations | Hagi Port, Lagoon Port (A) Wharf |
|---|---|
| JR Koshigahama Station | Approximately 10 minutes on foot |
| airport | Approximately 70 minutes by car to Yamaguchi Ube Airport and Hagi-Iwami Airport. |
Useful information about the port (tourist information, currency exchange, ATMs, Wi-Fi)
This is useful tourist information for the area around Pier (A) where cruise ships dock (based on official information).
| Tourist Information Center | Higashi-Hagi Station Tourist Information Center: Located inside JR Higashi-Hagi Station. Open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, year-round. Free wheelchair rental and a hands-free sightseeing service (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) are available. Tel: 0838-25-3145 |
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| From the port | It's about a 10-minute walk to JR Koshigahama Station. |
If you want to withdraw Japanese yen using a card issued overseas,Seven Bank ATM(Seven-Eleven, etc.)Japan Post Bank ATMIt's convenient. You can find ATMs on the map below.
To Crew Members (Shopping during short shore leave)
Since there are few shops around the port, it is convenient to shop in the city center of Hagi, such as around Higashi-Hagi Station. You can find nearby supermarkets and drugstores on the map below. For information on landing procedures, tax exemption, and ATMs, please see below.Guide for Crew StaffPlease take a look.
Facilities and operating hours may vary depending on the port of call and time of year. (Date confirmed: October 1, 2026 Source:Welcome to Yamaguchi! "Higashi-Hagi Station Tourist Information Center"）
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
half day
- Hagi Castle Town: A component of a World Heritage Site. A townscape of samurai residences.
- Roadside Station "Hagi Sea Mart": A roadside station where seasonal ingredients from Hagi are gathered.
Port town cuisine
- Summer orange confectionery: Confectionery made with summer oranges from Hagi.
- Hagi ware: Traditional pottery from Hagi. A great souvenir.
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Map of shops around the port
These are seafood restaurants around Hagi Port. Clicking on a restaurant on the map will allow you to check its opening hours and customer reviews (Google Maps). Please check in advance whether the restaurant is open on the day of the port call.
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
Q1How do I get from Hagi Port to the castle town?
We will go by car or bus.
Q2Is there a tourist information center near Hagi Port?
The Higashi-Hagi Station Tourist Information Center is located inside JR Higashi-Hagi Station (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, open all year round). Free wheelchair rentals and a hands-free sightseeing service are also available.
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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