Sakata Cruise Port Highlights: Japan's Lesser-Known Treasure
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Even with limited time ashore, Sakata's museums, lions, and history made the stop worthwhile.
We really enjoyed kind of doing the day on our own versus spending the entire time on a bus.
The house is really unique. It's part samurai guest house, part merchant home. It is the only residence in Japan to combine both styles.
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Welcome to the eighth episode in our CRUISE JAPAN PORT HIGHLIGHTS series Join us in Sakata, Japan, a historic port city on the Sea of Japan in Yamagata Prefecture. With only a short time ashore due to the cruise schedule, we set out on our own to explore three iconic sites that capture Sakata’s spirit. From the Homma Museum’s intricate woodblock printing plates to the sprawling Sankyo Rice Warehouses and the streets shaped by centuries of trade, Sakata offered us history, culture, and resilience in just a couple of kilometers. What to Expect: - Visit the Homma House - Visit the Homma/Farm Implement Museum - Walk with us to the Sankyo Rice Warehouses - A few street scenes on our 2 km walk back to the shuttle This episode is perfect for cruisers visiting Sakata or anyone curious about Japan’s lesser-known port gems LINK to Sakata City Map and Points of Interest: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ldy6HTwTU4c-pc69kKSHgM8Tw4FfGZbM/view?usp=sharing 0:20 – Introduction 1:40 – Homma House 2:47 – Homma/ Museum of Farm Implements 4:21 – Walk and Sankyo Warehouses 5:19 – Street Scenes back to Shuttle Bus Stop 6:05 – Wrap With only a few hours in Sakata, Japan, we decided to explore the city at our own pace, skipping the usual tours. This travel vlog captures our journey through this historic port city, offering a glimpse into its culture and resilience. Join us as we explore Japan and discover some off-the-beaten-track gems in Sakata Japan. #GoTravelLife #CruiseJapan #Sakata #SakataJapan #CruiseVlog #Westerdam #Japancircle