Jangsahang Port (장사항)

Explanation

Jangsahang Port is one of the representative ports of Sokcho. Visitors can experience boat fishing and visit various seafood restaurants to enjoy freshly caught raw fish and other sea food. Each summer, the Jangsa Fishing Experience Village hosts the Squid Catching Festival, attracting many visitors to this place. During the festival, visitors can experience the fun of squid catching with their bare hands and participate in various squid-themed experiences such as squid tasting, squid ink calligraphy, and squid storytelling.

Homepage

www.sokchotour.com

Information Use

Years experience : Open to visitors of all ages

Experience Guide : Squid catching with bare hands, squid story telling

Contact and Information : +82-33-635-2003

Parking facilities : Available (Free)

Day off : N/A (Open all year round)

More information

Restrooms
Available

Admission Fees
Free

Location

58 Jangsahanghaean-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

Directions

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