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Ofunato（Iwate） Port（area:TOHOKU／IWATE)
The port of Ofunato is in the southeast end of Iwate Prefecture facing the North Pacific Ocean. It has a typical ria coastline and is a linear layout, running north to south for 6 km. This is a natural port surrounded by hills, which protect it from wind and waves. The port became to be widely recognized for the battleship Raiden, which entered the port in 1887. The coastline has scenic landscapes like Goishi Kaigan Beach (designated a national park). Ofunato used to be a vibrant port with the aquaculture of oysters and scallops, a route for container ships, a cement-related-business, and visiting passenger ships. However, the port suffered enormous damage from the Great East Japan Earthquake. In order to recover as a place where each of the citizens is proud of, people are currently committed to focusing on industrial development through fisheries, port, and sightseeing initiatives by taking advantage of the capabilities of the port.
Port Area Tourist Information
Ofunato Kaisen-don: Seafood Rice-bowl
Many fish are caught and unloaded throughout the year at Ofunato Port. This is because Ofunato is part of the Sanriku coast, ...
Central Downtown Area (Kyassen Ofunato, and more)
The central shopping area of Ofunato is located right next to the port. The shops are brought together by the concept of the sea,...
Goishi Coast
This mystical coastline, which stretches on for 6 kilometers in the south of Ofunato, is designated as a national place of scenic ...
Ofunato Port Welcoming Ceremonies for Cruise Ships
At the port, there will be many booths featuring goods and treats from Ofunato. The Ryori Daigongen, which is the largest automated dancing...
Port Information
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| Location | Nonoda,Ofunato-cho,Ofunato-city,Iwate 022-0002 Japan |  |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest major airport | Iwate Hanamaki Airport（90 minute drive) | |
| Nearest major train station | JR Ofunato Stasion（BRT） (3 minute drive,12 minute walk) | |
| Nearest major bus station | Iwatekenkoutsu Itinoseki-Ofunato Line Akinndobashi Stasion (3 minute drive,13 minute walk) | |
| Berth | Nonoda Wharf | |
| Port management | Ports and Harbors Division, Department of Land Development, Iwate | |
| TEL | 019-629-5913 | |
| AG0010@pref.iwate.jp | ||
| Related links | Iwate Prefecture Oofunato (Link to an external website) |
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