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| Special handicraft products |
| Akamagaseki Suzuri [Ink stones made especially for calligraphy]. |
| A long time ago, Shimonoseki was called Akamagaseki. Akamagaseki Suzuri are handcrafted reddish-brown ink stones known for their beautiful carvings. Akamagaseki Suzuri has been synonymous with superior quality for hundreds of years. |
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| Jourou Ningyo [Noblewoman doll] |
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Jourou Ningyos were made to emphasize a noblewoman’s astonishing beauty. Jourou Ningyo dolls are examples of very old traditions continuing in present day Japan. |
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| Fuku Chouchin [Blowfish lantern] |
| Shimonoseki is the Fuku capital of Japan. Fuku Chouchin [Blowfish lantern] is made from real Blowfish. |
| Representative cakes and breads of Shimonoseki |
| These treats are named after natural features in Shimonoseki and important historical events. Come and try some with tea. |
Kamenokou Senbei [Turtle shell shaped rice cracker]
The turtle shell is a symbol of good luck |
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Ume Monaka
[Plum Wafer]
A wafer filled with sweet bean paste shaped like plum blossoms. |
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Awa Yuki
[Light snowfall]
A delicate cake reminding us of ‘a light snowfall in springtime.’ |
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Osoizo Musashi
[Musashi, you are late!]
Named after a famous historical duel in which the great swordsman, Musashi Miyamoto, fought on Shimonoseki’s Ganryujima Island in the 17th century. |
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Manju Kanju
Named after a famous historical event passed down through the centuries. |
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| Marine Processed Products |
| Enjoy the ocean taste with such dishes as Fuku no Ichiya Boshi [Dried Blowfish], Karaage [Deep fried Blowfish] and so on. Also pickled Sea Urchin in alcohol was first invented in Shimonoseki. |
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| Blowfish goods |
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| For some great souvenirs to remind you about your trip to Shimonoseki you can purchase items based on the Blowfish, such as a Fuku lantern, a Fuku cry bell, a stuffed Fuku, a Fuku charm and much, much more. |
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| Chofu Tourist Hall |
| Located near Chofu’s Castle Town, there are restaurants and souvenir shops in the hall, and free parking. Conveniently located to offer you a pleasant stroll in Chofu. |
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