Culture
Tomonoura 鞆の浦
A fishing town so scenic and quaint it was the inspiration for a number of major films
Once a popular stop-off for sailors and merchants waiting for calmer seas, Tomonoura is a relaxed fishing town that welcomes tourists all year round.
Don't Miss
- Joyato Lighthouse, the symbol of the town
- The Ota family residence which is now open to the public
- The pier located at the eastern point of the bay
How to Get There
The best way to access Fukuyama Station is by one of the local buses which run every 20 minutes.
From Tokyo, Shin-Yokohama, Kyoto, Shin-Osaka and Shin-Kobe Stations you can catch the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Fukuyama Station and then catch a local bus. Board the bus that departs stop number five heading to Tomo Port.
Quick Facts
Tomonoura was featured in the Marvel film "Wolverine"
It was once a popular destination for merchant ships traveling along the Seto Inland Sea
The town produces homeishu, its own type of medicinal shochu
A town with a view
The sea-facing section of town is beautiful, with small boats bobbing up and down in the docks. The old town center has fairly narrow traditional streets, that are so well kept they are reminiscent of times long passed. It is a truly relaxing little town, with a wide variety of shrines and temples, and very friendly locals.
Straight from the silver screen
The town's scenery has inspired plenty of filmmakers over the years. It was featured in Studio Ghibli's "Ponyo" and was a location in Marvel's blockbuster "Wolverine."
Homeishu, a medicinal specialty
The town is the home of homeishu, a distinctively sweet liquor originally crafted in the 1600s. The secretive brew is infused with 16 types of herbs, and is said to help with longevity. If you feel so inclined, the town also has homeishu baths.
* The information on this page may be subject to change due to COVID-19.
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