Key points of Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port
- The passenger ship will dock at Harumi Piers 3 and 4. It's about a 20-minute walk to JR Tokuyama Station.
- On Oki-Otsushima Island, there is the site of a training ground for the Kaiten human torpedoes used at the end of the Pacific War, as well as the Kaiten Memorial Museum.
- Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport is about a 60-minute drive away.
Last verified: September 29, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of port is Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port?
Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port is a port that spans Shunan City and Kudamatsu City in Yamaguchi Prefecture, and is known as a port for the Shunan industrial complex.
Docking location and access
| Main docking locations | Harumi Piers 3 and 4 |
|---|---|
| JR Tokuyama Station | Approximately 20 minutes on foot |
| Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport | Approximately 60 minutes by car |
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
half day
- Kaiten Memorial Museum and Training Ground Site: A facility located on Otsushima Island that tells the history of the human torpedo "Kaiten".
Port town cuisine
- Pufferfish: Yamaguchi Prefecture is the home of pufferfish.
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Map of shops around the port
These are pufferfish restaurants around Tokuyama-Kudamatsu Port. Clicking on a restaurant on the map will show you their opening hours and customer reviews (Google Maps). Please check in advance whether they are open on the day of the port call.
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 to Otsushima Island?
We will cross by boat from Tokuyama Port.
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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