Embark on a maritime adventure in the charming port town of Ainan Town in Ehime, where the bounty of the Seto Inland Sea awaits! You’ll visit Fukaura Fishing Port, watch a bonito fish landing and auction, learn how to select a premium bonito fish, and then expertly cut the fish you selected under the guidance of a professional chef. Following this, compare fresh and regular bonito fish with a tasting experience.

Ainan Town is a charming port town that boasts Shikoku's largest bonito fish landings. The area is home to a special type of bonito known as “Biya Biya Katsuo”, killed directly on the boat to maintain quality and freshness.

Fukaura Fishing Port, a busy hub of marine activity, sets the stage for an interactive bonito fish experience in Ainan. Begin your journey surrounded by the salty breeze, where you’ll witness a bonito fish landing and auction.

After this, you’ll learn how a premium bonito fish is selected under the guidance of a professional, who will then guide you through selecting one of your own.

Once you’ve secured your premium bonito fish, get down to business! Roll up your sleeves for an expert fish-cutting lesson with a skilled instructor, where you’ll learn the precise techniques required to handle your prized catch.

The journey continues with a tasting experience, comparing two types of bonito fish.