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Meet Your Guide at Sakata Port
Meet your licensed English-speaking guide at Sakata Port and begin your private shore excursion by chartered car or coach. Travel through the scenic Shonai region toward Mt. Haguro and Tsuruoka.
Hagurosan Five-Story Pagoda
Walk through the peaceful cedar forest of Mt. Haguro to visit the historic Hagurosan Five-Story Pagoda, one of the most recognizable spiritual landmarks in the region.
The pagoda is approximately a 15-minute walk from the entrance, with stone steps and uneven pathways along the way.
Matsugaoka Silk Farms Memorial Hall
Continue to Matsugaoka Silk Farms Memorial Hall, where former samurai helped establish the region’s silk industry during the Meiji period.
Discover traditional silk farming heritage and learn more about the unique history of Shonai’s “Samurai Silk.”
Tsurugaoka Castle Ruins Park
Visit Tsurugaoka Castle Ruins Park, once the heart of the former Shonai domain.
Take a relaxing walk through the historic grounds while learning about Tsuruoka’s samurai heritage and former castle town.
Sankyo Warehouses
Return to Sakata to visit the iconic Sankyo Warehouses, built in the late 19th century for rice storage.
Stroll along the traditional warehouses and tree-lined paths while discovering Sakata’s history as an important rice trading port.
Return to Sakata Port
After the sightseeing tour, return comfortably to Sakata Port with ample time before your ship’s departure. Thank you for exploring with Shore Excursions Asia!
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