Wakayama Tuna Auction Market Private Guided Tour and Breakfast
Wakayama Tuna Auction Market Private Guided Tour and Breakfast
10 meals
Experience the tuna auction up close and learn about the town’s history and local lifestyle before enjoying a delicious tuna sashimi breakfast on the shores of Nachi-katsuura in Wakayama Prefecture.
Highlights
See Japan’s Top Tuna Auction Up Close
Discover the People Behind the Tuna Industry
Explore Sustainability in Tuna Fishing
Enjoy a fresh tuna sashimi breakfast while overlooking the bay
10 meals
Experience Details
Join a private morning tour to witness the lively tuna auction in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture. A friendly local guide will either pick you up at your accommodation or meet you directly at the JF Katsuura Seafood Market to begin the experience.
This tour provides a unique glimpse into the tuna auction and the intimate connection between the sea and the local community. Visit the JF Katsuura Seafood Market and oversee as seasoned professionals inspect each tuna before it is auctioned.
The pace is fast, and the atmosphere is intense, reflecting a tradition that plays a vital role in the town’s daily life and economy. Throughout the tour, your guide shares stories about Nachikatsuura’s history and the people whose lives are shaped by the ocean.
The tour typically runs from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. If you prefer a slightly later start, please let us know your preferred time when booking.
After the auction, enjoy a classic Katsuura breakfast. The meal includes three types of sashimi, featuring two kinds of fresh tuna, served with rice, seasonal side dishes made with local vegetables, and a warm bowl of miso soup.
Guests are warmly welcomed to the coastal town of Nachikatsuura for a memorable morning shaped by tradition, craftsmanship, and local flavors.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please wear warm clothing and non-slip shoes for early morning tours
- This tour does not include access to the second-floor viewing area of the first saling area
- In Nachi-Katsuura, many family-run restaurants may close unexpectedly, even with reservations. As a result, the breakfast location and menu may occasionally change
- Transfers to and from your local accommodation on foot. If needed, a taxi can be arranged. The fare is metered and payable directly to the driver
- If you use a wheelchair or require mobility assistance, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a safe and enjoyable tour for you
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Your guide will meet you at your accommodation in Nachi-Katsuura or directly at the JF Katsuura Seafood Market. After booking, your host will contact you to arrange the meeting point details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Nachi-Katsuura is a small port town on the southeast tip of Wakayama Prefecture. It’s known for relaxing hot springs and fresh tuna auctions at the local fish market. Get up early to see the tuna auctions live, or take your time and sample deliciously fresh tuna at one of the town’s many sushi and kaisendon restaurants. Located just 40 minutes from Nachi-Katsuura by bus is Seigantoji, a famous Buddhist temple. The temple boasts beautiful views of its three-story pagoda with the thundering Nachi Waterfall, Japan’s tallest waterfall, as the backdrop.
Great informative tour. Guide was very helpful and responsive with my pre tour questions. Also enjoyed the opportunity to “taste test” the different kinds of tuna sashimi.
Thank you for your kind feedback. It was a pleasure assisting with your preparations and sharing the distinct flavours of our local tuna with you. I am delighted that the tasting offered a meaningf...read more
An informative tour on the heart of the tuna industry in Japan. Stella is a great guide, so much sharing about tuna and the auction system, the breakfast adds a super nice context to all we learnt...read more
Thank you for joining the Tuna Auction Market Guided Tour with Breakfast! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed learning about the tuna industry and the auction system. It was a pleasure guiding you...read more
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