Experience the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea on a fishing trip guided by a local fisherman. Cast your lines from a traditional fishing boat and enjoy the thrill of catching fresh fish amidst stunning island-studded waters. Then hand your catch to a seasoned chef who will turn it into a luxurious multi-course dinner, featuring sashimi, sushi, grilled dishes, and more—all paired with premium local sake. A unique blend of fishing, gastronomy, and culture awaits!

This tour operates seasonally (April to June and September to November) and offers a rare opportunity to connect with Japan’s rich fishing and culinary traditions.

Tour information

■ Number of Participants (Min.- Max.)

2-5 participants (Private Tour)

■ Reservation 

By request

■ Deadline for Reservations

7 days before the participation date

■ Tour Schedule/Time

April to June, September to November, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Dates outside of this range can be arranged upon request.

■ Meeting point and address

Kotsubo Port

Price

￥120,000 per person (2 participants)
￥85,000 per person (3 participants)
￥68,000 per person (4 participants)
￥58,000 per person (5 participants)
*including tax

■ Included
– Guide (within the itinerary time)
– Fishing boat charter
– Fishing equipment
– Live fish preparation demonstration by a chef
– Shower and rest facility
– Full-course meal featuring Seto Inland Sea fish at a traditional eatery
– Beverages

■ Not included
– Hire car (pick-up and drop-off at the meeting location)

Feature

Experience fishing with a pro

Board a fishing boat with a skilled captain and enjoy a 5-hour fishing trip in the scenic Seto Inland Sea. All equipment is provided, so no need to bring anything!

Freshly prepared cuisine

Watch as a local chef expertly prepares your catch using traditional techniques, from filleting to creating delicious dishes such as sashimi, grilled fish, and sushi.

Sake pairing

Enjoy your meal with a curated selection of five local sakes, offering a perfect complement to your fresh seafood dishes.

Exclusive seasonal activities

Depending on the season, enjoy additional activities like harvesting wakame seaweed or learning about sea urchin farming.

Cultural immersion

Relax in a traditional Japanese setting with the option to shower and change at a nearby historic house.

Photo gallery

Video

Time

Morning

Departure 9:00 a.m.   

① Meet your guide at the Kotsubo Port in Hirokotsubo, Kure City.

*Please buy lunch before the tour starts. There is a convenience store near Hiro Station.

② Start the fishing tour with Captain Yamamoto aboard the Shuhomaru.

*Before departure, you will receive a safety briefing and pre-trip orientation.

Afternoon

③ Return to Kotsubo Port.

*If no fish are caught, the captain will have pre-stocked fish in the live tank, which the chef will use to prepare your meal.

④ At Kotsubo Port, observe a skilled chef from Restaurant Takahashi dispatch and fillet the fish for maximum freshness.

⑤ Take a break for a shower, change of clothes, and relaxation at a nearby traditional house within walking distance.

*Seasonally, you can also enjoy observing wakame seaweed harvesting, sea urchin farming, and even feeding the sea urchins.

⑥ Transport to Takahashi by taxi.

⑦ Enjoy the ultimate gastronomic dinner at Takahashi, where you can savor the fish you caught, paired with premium ginjo sake.

End of the tour 7:00 p.m.

Remarks

• Reservations will be automatically cancelled if you are 15 minutes late for the meeting time.
• If you behave in a way that disturbs or is offensive to others or the guide, the tour will be interrupted.
• Please check the terms and conditions of the trip before applying.

Cancel policy

• 10 to 8 days prior to the start of the tour: 20% of the tour fee.
• 7 to 2 days prior to the start of the tour: 30% of the tour fee.
• One day prior to the start of the tour: 40% of the tour fee.
• On the day of the tour: 50% of the trip fee.
• Cancellation or no-show after the start of the trip: 100% of the trip fee.