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Wakayama: Learn & Taste Japan Tuna Culture in Nachikatsuura

By DeepExperience
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The previous price was $215 and current price is $150 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

Explore the deep connection between the Japanese people and their ocean through the lens of tuna in Nachikatsuura, Japan’s premier tuna port. This tour, guided by a local expert, unveils the evolution of tuna fishing and its cultural significance in Japanese cuisine. Start at the Tuna Museum’s observation deck with views of fishing boats, then delve into exhibits showcasing the biology of tuna. Experience the Katsuura Fish Market and savor a freshly prepared donburi bowl, immersing yourself in the culinary philosophy that celebrates the bond between food and culture.

  • Discover the rich history of tuna fishing in Japan
  • Visit the Tuna Museum and learn about sustainable practices
  • Select and enjoy fresh tuna at Katsuura Fish Market
  • Experience the connection between culture, cuisine, and the sea

Activity location

  • マグロ資料館 展望スペース TSUNAGOOD（つなぐ）
    • 12
    • 649-5335, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lawson Nachi-Katsuura Tsukiji
    • 2 ５
    • 649-5335, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan

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Wakayama: Learn & Taste Japan Tuna Culture in Nachikatsuura
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$214.15
$149.91 x 1 Adult$149.91
Total
The previous price was $214.15 and current price is $149.91
30% off
Until Fri, Nov 7

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Nachikatsuura
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tuna tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Observation from Tsunagood deck
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to Nachikatsuura
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

マグロ資料館 展望スペース TSUNAGOOD（つなぐ）
  • 50m
Overlooking the peaceful bay of Nachikatsuura, the Tsunagood Observation Space at the Tuna Museum introduces visitors to Japan’s deep bond with the sea. From this spot, you can watch fishing boats that have shaped the town’s life for generations. Exhibits link marine science with local tradition, explaining how tuna became a symbol of skill and sustainability in Japanese fishing culture. Through displays and short films, you’ll learn about tuna’s incredible speed, migration, and the responsible methods used to catch them. The space also tells how Nachikatsuura rose to become Japan’s leading tuna port. Tsunagood is not just an observation deck—it’s a window into the harmony between the sea’s energy and human craftsmanship
Katsuura Gyoko Nigiwai-Ichiba
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Just steps from the harbor, the Katsuura Fish Market Nigiwai Ichiba is the lively heart of Nachikatsuura. Each morning, the air fills with the scent of the sea as fresh tuna is unloaded and sliced by expert fishmongers. Visitors can taste local culture through maguro-don, a tuna rice bowl that captures the town’s pride. Small stalls sell regional delicacies and handmade goods, reflecting the warmth of coastal life. More than a marketplace, Nigiwai Ichiba celebrates the cycle of sea and community—a place where the story of tuna continues from ocean to table, inviting travelers to savor the authentic flavor of Wakayama’s maritime heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    マグロ資料館 展望スペース TSUNAGOOD（つなぐ）
    • 12
    • 649-5335, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Lawson Nachi-Katsuura Tsukiji
    • 2 ５
    • 649-5335, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan

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