Begin your private coastal tour at the historic Sankyo Soko Warehouses, a testament to Sakata's past as a thriving rice-trading port. From there, move on to the Former Honma Residence and the Homma Museum of Art. Here, you'll uncover the legacy of the influential Honma family and delve into the city's cultural heritage.

Next, take a trip to Hiyoriyama Park, renowned for its ties to Sakata’s maritime history. Following this, journey along the coastline to the awe-inspiring Juroku Rakan Iwa. This site features Buddhist figures etched into rocks that gaze out over the Sea of Japan.

Conclude your excursion at Sakata Seafood Market. Take your time browsing fresh seafood and local delicacies before making your way back to Sakata Cruise Port.

Why you’ll love this…

Explore Sakata's history and culture on a private shore excursion
Visit the Sankyo Soko Warehouses and the Former Honma Residence
Discover the legacy of the Honma family at the Homma Museum of Art
Stroll through Hiyoriyama Park and see the Juroku Rakan Iwa
Browse fresh seafood and local specialities at Sakata Seafood Market

Important to know

Accessibility:

Not suitable for guests in wheelchairs

Not allowed:

This activity doesn't allow pets

Know in advance:

Car capacity: 4 participants / Van capacity: 9 participants
Before your tour, you'll receive an English audio guide and digital guidebook, downloadable to your own device, with information about the itinerary, sightseeing locations, local history, and points of interest
This is an outside tour and does not include any optional entrances to sites
The tour is conducted in a private vehicle with a professional driver
Your driver is speaking Japanese, so the communication with the driver will be assisted by a translation device
It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
A full refund will be provided if your cruise ship is unable to dock

Remember to bring:

Please bring a valid form of identification or a copy of your passport
Please have Japanese yen ready, as some shops do not accept credit cards

Cancellation policy

Receive a 20% refund if you cancel up to 20 days before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins., Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Audio guide
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour
Driver
Parking
Insurance

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tour guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

WRQ7+H3 Sakata, Yamagata, Japan

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up at the exit of Sakata Cruise Terminal, where your ship actually docks. The driver will be waiting for the guests with a name sign.