Mojiko Retro District

A beautifully preserved Meiji-era port town at the northern tip of Kyushu. European-style brick buildings, a pedestrian waterfront, and Japan's best grilled curry.

Location

Why Visit

• 1

  Yakicurry (grilled curry rice with melted cheese) — try it at Door or Retro Curry

• 2

  The old Moji Port Building now houses exhibits on the port's trading history

• 3

  Cross to Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi by ferry for ¥400 — one of Japan's shortest international crossings

Local Tips

Moji Port was Meiji Japan's most important coal export gateway — the surviving brick customs house, railway station, and warehouses form a cohesive retro streetscape. The Mojiko焼きカレー (grilled curry) is the local food specialty — dozens of restaurants compete for the best version. Walk across the Kanmon Strait to Shimonoseki on the pedestrian undersea tunnel (¥20) for a Korea-Japan historical perspective.