Motonosumi Shrine, Market and Distillery
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Port
Shimonoseki, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$270
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Begin your day with a photo stop at Karato Market. Karato Market is bustling with locals and tourists seeking fresh seafood. Although the weekdays are quiet, weekends are very crowded by the tourists there to buy seafood. You will quickly see the market, which delivers fish to all over Japan.
Continue to Akama Distillery where there persists a dedication to the art of miso and soy sauce making. The natural brewing process at Akama Distillery involves using spring water from an on-site well. This method, considered "old-fashioned" by some, is a testament to their commitment to tradition. For instance, their soy sauce spends two years maturing in 155-year-old cedar barrels, from fermentation to the first pressing. While these methods require painstaking effort, attention to detail, and considerable time, they aim to extract the fullest flavor potential from the microbes involved. Akama Distillery persists with these techniques to further refine the taste of tradition, valuing the unique flavors that only human skill and time can coax from the ingredients. You will have a chance to taste miso soup there and you will find out what makes it special.
Then, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
Next, set off on an approximately 90-minute scenic drive to the beautiful Motonosumi Inari Shrine. Legend has it that a god posing as a white fox appeared in the dream of a local fisherman, telling him to build a shrine here. The most impressive part of the shrine is the 123 red Torii gates that stand in a row stretching for 100 yards. People visiting the shrine make wishes for a good catch of fish, success in business and a safe voyage. Walking through the shrine gates is like walking through a tunnel of good luck. Take photos of the impressive view of red shrine gates stretching out in a row with the brilliant blue ocean and lush greenery in the background.
At the completion of this beautiful and timeless day, relax on a 1¾-hour scenic drive to the pier.
Please note:
There are 200 steps to enter Motonosumi Inari Shrine. The view at the Motonosumi Inari Shrine depends on the weather conditions. This tour is not recommended for guests who require a wheelchair or have walking difficulties and mobility limitations. Wear low heeled, comfortable walking shoes. Please bring local currency (yen) for additional purchases with local vendors. Traffic can be unpredictable. The driver will do their best to keep moving safely. Your patience is greatly appreciated. Delays occasionally extend tour duration. Akama Distillery is a factory, therefore the space is limited. Clothing that sheds fibres is prohibited. Photography, food and beverages are also not allowed. Tour order may vary.