Port of Hitakatsu

Overview

Port of Hitakatsu is a regional port in Kamitsushima, Tsushima City, Nagasaki Prefecture, subject to the Port Regulations Act and designated as a quarantine port. It is managed by Nagasaki Prefecture and is known as the closest Japanese port to Busan, South Korea.

Highlights

• ●A historic port that has operated since 1907
• ●The closest Japanese port to Busan, roughly 58 km away by sea
• ●Designated both as a Port Regulations Act port and a quarantine port
• ●A gateway used by well over 280,000 international passengers a year

History

The port opened in 1907 and has long served as a link between Tsushima, mainland Japan, and South Korea across the strait. In recent years it has become an increasingly important international gateway; in 2015 alone, statistics recorded 13,775 vessel calls and roughly 653,633 tons of cargo handled.

Map

34.6552, 129.4736 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Arrive at Port of Hitakatsu and take in the coastal scenery of northern Tsushima
2. 2Walk around the port facilities to see international ferry arrivals and departures
3. 3Head into the town center of Kamitsushima for local shops and eateries
4. 4Check the latest sailing schedule before moving on to other parts of Tsushima

Did you know?

💡 In 2015, the port recorded 294,125 passengers in total, of whom 281,576 traveled on international routes -- and about 97% of those international travelers were reported to have come from South Korea, reflecting the close ties between Tsushima and its neighbor across the strait.

Nearby spots