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Bar district・Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi

Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori)

Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori) (Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi) is a Bar district. A drinking district east of JR Shimonoseki Station, regarded as the largest in Yamaguchi Prefecture, with bars and restaurants around Buzenda shopping street (Shinsaku-dori).

Bar district
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Street scene of Buzenda, Shimonoseki

Buzenda (Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi)

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Basics

Location
Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi
Type
Bar district
Address
山口県下関市豊前田町2丁目

Good to know before you go

  • The street is named after the Bakumatsu-era figure Takasugi Shinsaku; his statue stands in Hiyoriyama Park beyond it.

The position is approximate.

Breweries and distilleries nearby

Beer
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Shimonoseki Craft Beer (COME ON INN)

Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi

A brewpub run by the brewery, serving its own craft beer.

Booking: Check the official site
Beer
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Mojiko Beer (MOJIKO BEER HOUSE)

Kitakyushu, Fukuoka

A restaurant run by the brewery where its local beer is served.

Booking: Check the official site
Beer
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Kokura Brewing (Brasserie SOMA)

Kitakyushu, Fukuoka

A brewpub run by the brewery, serving its own craft beer.

Booking: Check the official site
Beer
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VACAN CRAFT (Utsui Brewery Taproom)

Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi

A taproom at the brewery serving its house-brewed craft beer.

Booking: Check the official site
Wine
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Yamaguchi Winery (Nagayama Shuzo)

Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi

The winery of Nagayama Shuzo, which also makes sake and shochu. Visitors tour the vineyard and cellar and taste wine.

Booking: Reservation required

Photos

Buzenda-cho, Shimonoseki

Buzenda (Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi)

Photo: Li04ig27 / Public domain ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

Frequently asked questions

What is Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori)?

Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori) (Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi) is a Bar district. A drinking district east of JR Shimonoseki Station, regarded as the largest in Yamaguchi Prefecture, with bars and restaurants around Buzenda shopping street (Shinsaku-dori).

Where is Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori)?

It is in Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi. The address is 山口県下関市豊前田町2丁目.

What should I know before visiting Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori)?

The street is named after the Bakumatsu-era figure Takasugi Shinsaku; his statue stands in Hiyoriyama Park beyond it.

Are there breweries or distilleries to visit near Buzenda (Shinsaku-dori)?

Within about 30 km: Shimonoseki Craft Beer (COME ON INN) (about 2 km), Mojiko Beer (MOJIKO BEER HOUSE) (about 3 km), Kokura Brewing (Brasserie SOMA) (about 9 km), VACAN CRAFT (Utsui Brewery Taproom) (about 17 km), Yamaguchi Winery (Nagayama Shuzo) (about 25 km).

What should I keep in mind before drinking?

The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. Do not drink if you are driving. Many small bars charge a seat fee (otoshi or charge) or take cash only, so check the menu or the sign at the door before you go in.

Information sources

From an article or booking site and not confirmed with the facility. Please check the official site for the latest details before you go.

Checked 2026-10-27

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