Mitsubishi Logistics and 南国殖産 have been selected as the prospective project operators for the development of the North Wharf area in Kagoshima Port’s Honkō District, with construction scheduled to begin in fiscal 2027 and opening targeted for fiscal 2028. Across the approximately 300,000 sq. m. area, including approximately 110,000 sq. m. at North Wharf, the project will seek to attract commercial facilities, renovate terminals and create a more vibrant waterfront.
Mitsubishi Logistics Group and 南国殖産 have been selected as the prospective project operators for the North Wharf area and other areas utilization project in Kagoshima Port’s Honkō District. Going forward, the project will be advanced by drawing on their expertise in real estate development and operations and their knowledge of port districts.
The project area covers approximately 300,000 sq. m., including approximately 110,000 sq. m. at North Wharf in Kagoshima Port’s Honkō District and approximately 30,000 sq. m. around the Sakurajima Ferry Terminal. The project term is set at 30 years, with construction scheduled to begin in fiscal 2027 and opening in fiscal 2028.
The plan includes initiatives to enhance the appeal of, and create a more vibrant atmosphere in, the areas housing the North Wharf Passenger Terminal, Sakurajima Ferry Terminal and Kagoshima City Aquarium. Facility development, management and operations will include attracting supermarkets and cafés and renovating the terminal building.