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Tour Itinerary
- 10:30 Stroll around Karato Pier
- 11:05 Depart from Karato Pier
- 11:15 Ganryujima Island
- 12:05 Mojiko Pier
- 13:00 Lunch
- 13:45 Kanmon Tunnel Pedestrian Walkway
- 14:20 Akama Shrine
- 15:00 Chofu Mori Residence
- 15:30 Shimonoseki Station
Tour Itinerary in Detail
From there the group visited Stroll around Karato Pier at 10:30, Ganryujima Island at 11:15, Mojiko Pier at 12:05, Kanmon Tunnel Pedestrian Walkway at 13:45, Akama Shrine at 14:20, Chofu Mori Residence at 15:00 and Shimonoseki Station at 15:30.
Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Shimonoseki and Moji Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The tour started at 9:30 at the request of the guests.
We had planned to meet at Shimonoseki Station, but there was a mix-up with JR Shin-Shimonoseki Station, so the start was slightly delayed.
After the tour began, I adjusted the plan according to the guests' wishes, skipping the Kaikyo Yume Tower and instead guiding them through the Kanmon Tunnel pedestrian walkway and the Chofu Mori Residence.
At Moji Port, the guests shopped at a flea market and enjoyed the local specialty, baked curry. At the Chofu Mori Residence, they had a matcha set. One of the guests mentioned being very fond of matcha.
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Hello, I’m Suzy!
I am a National Government Licensed Interpreter Guide and a Yamaguchi Yume Kairo Area Licensed Interpreter Guide. I have experience working as a tour guide in various locations throughout Yamaguchi Prefecture.
I was born and raised in Yamaguchi Prefecture and love Japanese history, so I would like to introduce the rich natural beauty and history of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Additionally, Yamaguchi is surrounded by the sea on three sides and is a place known for its delicious food.
I look forward to meeting you in Yamaguchi.
Apr 24, 2026
Jose_S
Viator review: Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Experience Japanese traditions and culture
If you want to…
Apr 24, 2026
Jose_S
Viator review: Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Experience Japanese traditions and culture
If you want to experience traditional Japanese culture and ambience, take this tour! Visited cultural gems, experienced a traditional Japanese lunch, visited the interior of a grand mansion and gardens, and then sat in the serenity of that garden with marcha. Our guide Suzy was well versed and gracious. It was a relaxing way to experience Japanese culture.