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Key points of Yawatahama Port
- This port is located in western Ehime Prefecture and serves as the western gateway connecting Shikoku and Kyushu.
- At the port, there is a roadside station called "Yawatahama Minatto" where you can buy local produce and fresh fish.
- Yawatahama Champon, with its golden broth made from chicken and bonito stock, is a local specialty.
Last verified: October 2, 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 Yawatahama Port?
Yawatahama Port is a natural harbor with calm waters. Behind the port, you can see the terraced fields of Mukainada, which have been selected as one of the 88 scenic spots of Shikoku.
Citrus fruits grown on terraced fields are a representative agricultural product of Yawatahama.
Docking location and access
| Address | Dejima, Yawatahama City |
|---|---|
| Yawatahama Station | Approximately 10 minutes by car |
| Matsuyama Airport | Approximately 90 minutes by car |
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クルーズ船に戻ります。
八幡浜港（道の駅 八幡浜みなっと）
(八幡浜港）までお願いします。
Your ship may use a different pier. Check the ship's daily program, and keep the ship's port agent number handy.
Port Day Weather (7-Day Forecast)
This is the Japan Meteorological Agency's weekly weather forecast for Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture. The names of cruise ships are listed for days when they are scheduled to call at port.
This is a regional forecast, so conditions at the port may differ slightly. It is updated several times a day; check the forecast the day before your call and the ship's daily program too. Source: Japan Meteorological Agency "Weather Forecast"
Once you arrive at the port, the first thing you should do is get a map from the tourist information center! Check your smartphone's clock (in Japan Standard Time) to confirm the all-aboard time.
Useful information about the port (tourist information, currency exchange, ATMs, Wi-Fi)
Here is some useful information for sightseeing around Yawatahama Port, where cruise ships dock (based on official sources).
| Roadside Station | Yawatahama Minatto: Minato Exchange Hall 9:00-21:30, Agora Marche (direct sales of produce and goods) 8:00-18:00, Doya Market (direct sales of fish) 8:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Port facilities | Passenger terminal, tourist information center |
To withdraw yen with a card issued overseas, use Seven Bank ATMs (at 7-Eleven stores and elsewhere) or Japan Post Bank ATMs. You can find ATMs on the map below.
Facilities and operating hours may vary depending on the port of call and time of year. (Date confirmed: October 2, 2026 Source: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Shikoku Regional Development Bureau, "Roadside Station Yawatahama Minatto")
Port Day Time Planner
Pick your ship (or enter your own times) to see when you can go ashore and when to head back.
⚠ These times are estimates only
All-aboard times differ by ship and can change on the day because of weather or operations. Always check the time in your ship's daily program or onboard announcements, and allow plenty of time to get back. cruisefun cannot accept responsibility if you miss your ship.
For ships on the list, the all-aboard time is set to 30 minutes before departure as a guide. Always use the time in your ship's daily program.
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
2-3 hours
- Yawatahama Minatto: A roadside station at the port, featuring the direct-from-the-farm market "Agora Marche" and the fish market "Doya Market".
- Terraced fields of Mukainada: Terraced citrus fields visible from the harbor.
Port-town food
- Yawatahama Champon: A champon noodle dish with plenty of vegetables in a golden broth made from chicken bones, bonito flakes, and kelp.
- Doya Shokudo: A restaurant using fish from Doya Market (7:00-14:00, 17:00-19:00)
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Map of shops around the port
This is a list of champon restaurants around Yawatahama 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 your visit.
Major cruise 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 October 2, 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.
What a port day costs
Reference: According to a national survey, the average amount spent per person at a port of call is approximately 22,000 yen.
From a survey of passengers on 18 cruise ships by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (August–December 2025). Each extra hour in port added about ¥900 in spending on average, and passengers on luxury and expedition ships joined more tours and tended to spend more.
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: "Making the economic effects of cruise ship port calls 'visible'"
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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
Q1 Can we eat near the harbor?
The portside roadside station "Yawatahama Minatto" has restaurants and other dining facilities, including Doya Shokudo.
Q2 What is Yawatahama Champon?
This champon features a light, golden broth made from chicken bones, bonito flakes, and kelp.
Source/Reference Information
- Japan Tourism Agency / Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "CRUISE PORT GUIDE OF JAPAN" Yawatahama Port
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Shikoku Regional Development Bureau, "Roadside Station Yawatahama Minatto"
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