Maizuru

Maizuru is a city in Kyoto Prefecture on the Sea of Japan, stretching along a deep inlet and home to around 77,000 people. Mountains form a natural boundary around the bay, while the harbor defines the center of urban life.

The Hosokawa clan established a fortified base here during the Muromachi period to control the strategic maritime position. The Japanese Navy built a military installation in the early 20th century, transforming the city into a major naval port.

The Toretore Fish Markets present local seafood specialties, particularly crabs, which hold deep connections to Japanese maritime traditions and cuisine.

The Japan Rail West line connects the city to larger transport hubs across the region. Ferries depart regularly from the harbor, crossing the Sea of Japan to other coastal cities.

A museum inside a former naval warehouse holds a collection of bricks from around the world. The building walls themselves date from the period when the city served as a naval base.

Location: Kyoto Prefecture

Inception: May 27, 1943

Shares border with: Ayabe, Miyazu, Fukuchiyama, Takahama

Website: https://city.maizuru.kyoto.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.47475,135.38597

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:01