Overview
The Port of Shiogama is a harbor located within Matsushima Bay, centered on the city of Shiogama in Miyagi Prefecture. It is designated an international hub port under Japan's Port and Harbor Act and forms one section of the Port of Sendai-Shiogama. It faces the inner waters of Matsushima Bay.
Highlights
- ●A harbor opening onto Matsushima Bay
- ●Designation as an international hub port under the Port and Harbor Act
- ●One section forming the Port of Sendai-Shiogama
- ●A harbor setting tied to the scenery of the bay
History
Under the Port and Harbor Act, the Port of Shiogama refers to the Shiogama port district within the Port of Sendai-Shiogama, and under the Harbor Act it refers to the Shiogama zone of the same port. It is designated an international hub port under the Port and Harbor Act.
Access
The port lies within Matsushima Bay, centered on the city of Shiogama in Miyagi Prefecture. The harbor area can be reached from the surrounding urban district.
Best season
As a harbor facing Matsushima Bay, times when the calm seascape can be viewed are well suited to a visit. The scenery of the bay can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to the Port of Shiogama from central Shiogama
- 2View the scenery of the harbor opening onto Matsushima Bay
- 3Stroll around the port and take in the seaside atmosphere
- 4Combine the visit with nearby facilities of the urban district
Did you know?
💡 The Port of Shiogama is designated an international hub port under Japan's Port and Harbor Act.
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