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Yamaguchi Prefecture, Shimonoseki City - Ganryu Island

Ganryu Island, officially named "Funashima," is a small island located in the Kanmon Strait of Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is widely known as the "Sacred Land of Swordsmanship" due to the famous duel between Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro during the Edo period. You can take a ferry from the "Karato Market Pier" in Shimonoseki City on the Honshu side or from "Mojiko Retro District" on the Kyushu side. 🕰️ Operating Hours: The island is open 24/7 (last ferry departs around 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM). Visitors typically stay for about 30 to 60 minutes. Admission to the island is free; only ferry tickets are required. 💰 Average Cost: From Karato Pier: About 10 minutes, approximately ¥800 (round trip). From Mojiko Pier: About 10 minutes, approximately ¥800 (round trip).
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Posted: Jun 29, 2025
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