Tagonoura

What it is

• A coastal area along western Suruga Bay historically known as a poetic utamakura.
• The site is famously associated with the Manyoshu poet Yamabe no Akahito.
• A modern port in Fuji City formerly known as Yoshiwara Port.
• Wakanomiya Shrine in Shimizu Ward enshrines the poet Yamabe no Akahito.

What to see

• Scenic views of Mount Fuji from the coastal area and port.
• Wakanomiya Shrine dedicated to the famous Manyoshu poet.
• The industrial port area formerly known for its historical sludge pollution.
• Higashi-Tagonoura Station which carries the historic name of the region.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.