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Himeji Port(area:KINKI/HYOGO)

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Himeji Port has played an important role as the marine gateway in the Harima district (Hyogo prefecture, western part of Japan) since the 8th century.
It is one of Japan's 18 international trade ports and is located in Himeji city, Hyogo prefecture, in the eastern part of the Seto Inland Sea. It extends 18㎞ from east to west and has an area of 7,700ha.
It contributes greatly to Japan's economic development as a core port of the Harima Industrial zone, through supporting the region's industries such as steel, and the chemical and energy industry, including electric power stations and natural gas stations.
60 years have passed since the port opened as a major international trade port in 1959, and Himeji Port is continuously developing and being promoted as a port which creates vitality, liveliness and better environment in the region.

Port Area Tourist Information

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Dining

Local Sake

There are eight sake breweries located in Himeji. Brewing has flourished in Himeji because this area has long been known...

Dining

Himeji Leatherwork

Beautifully printed leatherwork on unique white tanned leather. Soft and luxurious bags and purses are in great demand.

Main Attractions

Himeji Castle

In December 1993 for the first time in Japan, the National Treasure "Himeji Castle" along with Horyuji was named to the ...

Topics

Himeji Harbor Festival(Fireworks display)

One of the annual events is Himeji fireworks festival in summer. Many people enjoy the wide variety of fireworks from Himeji port. ...

Port Information

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Location 294,Shikamaku Suka,Himaji-city,Hyogo-prefecture,672-8063,Japan map
Nearest major airport Kansai International Airport ( Bus 160 minute ) map
Kobe Airport (Train 90 minute) map
Nearest major train station JR Himeji Station(Sanyo Main Line) ( Bus 25 minute ) map
Nearest major bus station Himejikou(Shinkibus) ( Foot  5 minute ) map
Berth Shikama Wharf map
Service Terminalmap
Port management Himeji Port Management Office,Hyogo prefecture  
TEL +81-79-235-0176  
E-MAIL himejikoukanri@pref.hyogo.lg.jp  
Related links https://himeji-port.com/en/index.html (Link to an external website)  

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