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Extended Old Navy Route | This route tours all major spots associated with the former Navy.

This route tours all major spots associated with the former Navy.

The route touring Akarenga Park and the port associated with the former Navy is exclusively available on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.

This route tours Akarenga Park and the port associated with the former Navy. It is exclusively available on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. Embark on a pleasure boat that conveniently operates four times a day on Saturday, Sunday and special holidays. Following your stroll through Akarenga Park, continue to the pier of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and the Navy Memorial Museum, which are open on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.

Extended Old Navy Route

Sightseeing Spots

Maizuru Bay Tour aboard a Pleasure Boat

Maizuru Bay Tour aboard a Pleasure Boat

Observe an escort vessel and the shipyard related to the former Navy from close range. Enjoy a fresh sea breeze as you relax by Maizuru's bay.

Tel 0773-77-5400
Operation Saturdays, Sundays & holidays during April through November and Golden Week holidays
Fare Adults: ¥1300, Children: ¥700
Note Pay the fare at the pier; no reservation for individuals is accepted.

World Brick Museum (Akarenga Building No.1)

World Brick Museum (Akarenga Building No.1)

The World Brick Museum was originally built for torpedo storage in 1903. It is one of the oldest existing steel-framed brick buildings in Japan, and is designated as a national important cultural property. The museum celebrates the brick's surprisingly diverse history; many bricks from around the world are also on display.

Address 2011, Hama, Maizuru
Tel 0773-66-1095
Hours 9:00 - 17:00 (No admission after 16:30)
Closed Year-end and NewYear holidays
Admission ¥300, Students: ¥150
(tickets combined with admission to Repatriation Memorial Museum available)
Access 15 minutes walk from Higashi-Maizuru Station

Maizuru City Commemoration Hall (Akarenga Building No.2)

Maizuru City Commemoration Hall (Akarenga Building No.2)

This old warehouse has the distinction of being designated as a national important cultural property. It used to be one of the arsenals in 1902, but has now been remodeled into a place for communication and interaction with exhibition space, a hall, and a cafe.

Address 1039-2, Kitasui, Maizuru
Tel 0773-66-1096
Hours 9:00 - 17:00
Closed Year-end and NewYear holidays
Access 15 minutes walk from Higashi-Maizuru Station
Admission Free

Maizuru Chiegura (Wisdom Warehouse) (Akarenga Building No.3)

Maizuru Chiegura (Wisdom Warehouse) (Akarenga Building No.3)

Maizuru Chiegura (Wisdom Warehouse) is a treasure house that reproduces the atmosphere of the late Meiji Period. The exhibition space retains the former structure of the warehouse built in 1902. The roofing tiles and wooden window frames are faithful restorations based on the original design.

Address 1039-12, Kitasui, Maizuru
Tel 0773-66-1035
Hours 9:00 - 17:00
Closed Year-end and NewYear holidays
Access 15 minutes walk from Higashi-Maizuru Station
Admission Free

The Pier of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF)

The Pier of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF)

A Maizuru must-see, this pier holds powerful JMSDF vessels. State-of-the-art escort vessels are anchored here, allowing you to admire their powerful appearance at close range. (Exclusively available on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays; tour may not be allowed due to training.)

Address 1190, Amarubeshimo, Maizuru
Tel 0773-62-2250
(JMSDF, Maizuru District Headquarters Public Relations)
Hours 10:00 - 15:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays (Reservation required for groups)
Admission Free

Navy Memorial Museum

Navy Memorial Museum

This museum exhibits over two hundred items related to the former Navy. It was once used as an educational institute for the JMSDF members. However, it is now open to the public where everyone can learn about the Navy's rich history.

Address 1190, Amarubeshimo, Maizuru
Tel 0773-62-2250
(JMSDF, Maizuru District Headquarters Public Relations)
Hours 10:00 - 15:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays (Reservation required for groups)
Admission Free

Kitasui Tunnel

Kitasui Tunnel

Kitasui tunnel was built of brick on the sidetrack to the Navy port in 1904. The sidetrack was removed and changed into a road for pedestrians and cyclists. Enter a nostalgic world once you walk through the beautifully arched tunnel.

Other Recommended Routes

Yusai's Castle Town Route

Yusai's Castle Town Route

Maizuru's ancient castle town atmosphere is still present in her old-fashioned houses.

Old Navy Port Town Route

Old Navy Port Town Route

The route starts at Higashi-Maizuru Station, passes through the Kitasui brick tunnel, and winds around Akarenga (Red Brick) Park.

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213-8, Isazu, Maizuru, Kyoto, 624-0816 Japan (Nishi-Maizuru Station Exchange Center)
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