Why You Should Never Visit Shonan When Traveling to Japan
boat fishing fishing restaurant Sea to Table
Because It’s Too Good: A Hidden Sea-to-Table Experience in Shonan Chigasaki with Kazutoshimaru
Because once you reel in your own fish and taste it that same night, every meal afterward will feel bland. This hidden sea-to-table journey ruins “normal travel” forever.
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Why Visit Shonan Chigasaki – Japan’s Hidden Gem
- 3 Fishing Experience – Step by Step
- 4 Eat Freshly Caught – From Sea to Table
- 5 🗣️ Participant Feedback – Why This Experience is Chosen
- 6 Reservation, Access, and Pricing
- 7 Why Leave Booking & Language Support to Me
- 8 Frequently Asked Questions
- 9 How to Access
- 10 Summary
Introduction
I almost hesitate to recommend Shonan Chigasaki — not because it’s bad, but because it’s
too good. At dawn, the port air mixes the salty smell of Sagami Bay with the soft rumble of boat engines, and your pulse quietly quickens.
Once you taste a fish you caught yourself — plated the very same evening at a local restaurant — ordinary meals back home may never feel exciting again.
This is a place where catch → deliver → savor all happen in a single arc.
Not another “famous restaurant crawl” — it’s a journey where you literally eat your own story.
Why Visit Shonan Chigasaki – Japan’s Hidden Gem
Why highlight Chigasaki? Because it blends an easy day trip from Tokyo with a real local seaside town — an under-the-radar sweet spot.
- ✅ About an hour by train from Tokyo, yet firmly a laid-back beach town
- ✅ Sagami Bay offers rich seasonal variety and strong fish stocks
- ✅ A true “from sea to table” pipeline with trusted partner restaurants like Gyoya
Fishing Experience – Step by Step
This time, we introduce
Shonan’s renowned Kazutoshimaru boat
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🛠️ Preparation – We provide all gear and life jackets.
The captain and crew walk you through everything so even first-timers can feel relaxed and confident. -
🎣 Cast Your Line – Drop your line into Sagami Bay and watch the shoreline slowly recede.
The gentle rise and fall of the boat and the sound of waves create a calm you rarely feel in big cities. -
✨ The Rod Tip Shakes – A tiny “tap” on the rod tip, then a stronger pull —
that moment when you realize a fish is on the other end sends a jolt of excitement up your arm. -
💪 Reeling in Your Catch – Feel the fish fighting on a thin line as you reel it in.
When the silver body breaks the surface and flashes in the sunlight, everyone around you can’t help but cheer. -
🍽️ From Sea to Table – Unlike typical tours, I bridge fishing and dining.
Your catch is delivered the same day to our partner restaurant Gyoya, where it’s transformed into a memorable meal.
✨ This isn’t just fishing.
It’s an experience where you fully immerse yourself in discovery, learning, and Japanese coastal tradition.
Eat Freshly Caught – From Sea to Table
This time, we introduce
the local favorite restaurant Gyoya, where skilled chefs prepare your freshly caught fish at peak freshness.
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👨🍳 From Sea to Kitchen – The chef inspects each fish and decides how to bring out its best:
as sashimi, grilled dishes, or hearty soup. -
🍣 Japan-Style: From Sea to Table – You’ll savor seafood caught only hours earlier.
The flesh is clear, the texture is delicate, and the flavor is pure and clean. -
🥢 Cultural Experience – You dine shoulder-to-shoulder with locals in a cozy setting,
learning how Japanese people truly enjoy fish in their daily lives.
✨ Unforgettable Memories – Eating fish you caught yourself, on the very same day, in a local restaurant —
this “catch and savor” experience is rare even for Japanese people, and almost impossible to find on regular tours.
🗣️ Participant Feedback – Why This Experience is Chosen
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I was nervous because it was my first time fishing, and I don’t speak Japanese.
But from the moment we met at the station to boarding the boat, the support was so clear and kind that I stopped worrying and started getting excited.
When I finally hooked my first fish, my hands were shaking so much I almost dropped the rod — everyone on the boat cheered for me like we were a team.
That night at Gyoya, tasting “my” fish as sashimi was like biting into a piece of the ocean itself. I honestly got a little emotional.
— Natalie (USA)
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Our son was grumpy for the first hour because nothing was biting.
Then suddenly his rod bent hard and he shouted, “Dad, look!” — the whole deck turned to watch him battle his first real fish.
Seeing that same fish come out later on a plate, and watching him proudly tell the staff, “I caught this one!”, was worth the entire trip by itself.
— Chris & Amira (Canada)
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We chose this as a “one special day” on our honeymoon.
At one point, both our rods bent at the same time and we were laughing, shouting, and trying not to tangle our lines — it felt like a scene from a movie.
That evening, over our shared catch at Gyoya, we talked about the day from sunrise to sunset and agreed:
this was the moment we’d remember most from our Japan trip.
— Thomas & Erika (UK)
Reservation, Access, and Pricing
Link ✨
The official websites for the fishing boat and restaurant featured:
---Kazutoshimaru---
---Gyoya (Fujisawa/Tsujido)---
Warning!
Read this all the way through before making your reservation! Otherwise, you might miss something important!
Budget Guide 💴
✅ Approx. $230–280 per person (fishing + meal included)
✅ Discounts for women & children
1 USD ≈ 150 JPY
Fishing Difficulty 🎯
Easy · Beginner-friendly · Perfect for families
No experience needed
Note: Catch depends on nature. Success is not guaranteed!
Schedule 🕘
Morning: Meet at Chigasaki Port and board Kazutoshimaru
Midday: Fishing experience on Sagami Bay (roughly 4–5 hours)
Afternoon: Return to port and move to Gyoya in the Tsujido/Fujisawa area (about 20–30 minutes by train or taxi)
Evening: Enjoy your “sea to table” dinner and wrap up the day with satisfied smiles
What to Bring 🎒
☀️ In summer, it is very hot, so be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and a hat. For more details, see this link.
Spring/Summer
❄️ In winter, it is even colder than on land, so please bring warmer clothes than usual. For more details, see this link.
Autumn/Winter!
🚚 For busy travelers: We can arrange delivery to your accommodation.
Why Leave Booking & Language Support to Me
Most Japanese fishing boats accept reservations only in Japanese.
Partner restaurants typically do not list “cook-your-catch” courses on public menus.
That’s why I handle direct negotiations and arrangements for a seamless experience.
- I contact the captain directly in Japanese to secure your spot.
- Before departure, we will carefully explain the detailed procedures for the day, so you can set off without any worries.
- This isn't just booking. I know the captains, safe boats, and restaurants that genuinely welcome international guests.
- If weather cancels fishing, I'll suggest alternative sightseeing options in the area so you don't waste your day.
- And most importantly: I’m the only guide in Japan specializing in fishing + dining packages for foreign tourists.
Frequently Asked Questions
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“I want to fish in Japan but don't know where to start.”
👉 Don’t worry — guiding foreign tourists is my specialty. -
“I'm staying in the ___ area. Are there nearby fishing spots?”
👉 Yes! Share your dates and I’ll propose the best options. -
“Is there a safe boat for kids?”
👉 Absolutely. I’ll recommend boats with friendly captains and family-ready facilities. -
“I don't understand Japanese. Can I still enjoy it?”
👉 Of course! I’ll brief you in advance and coordinate with the captain.
How to Access
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🚄 From Tokyo:
JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki Station (about 1 hour),
then about 5–10 minutes to the port -
🚅 From Osaka/Kyoto:
Shinkansen to Shin-Yokohama, then JR lines to Chigasaki
(about 3.5–4 hours in total) -
🚖 From Chigasaki Station:
Taxi or local transfer to the port (about 5–10 minutes)
💴 Approximate costs:
Tokyo → Chigasaki: around ¥1,500 (about US$10)
Osaka/Kyoto → Chigasaki: around ¥17,000 (about US$115)
Taxi (station → port): around ¥1,000–1,500 (about US$7–10)
Summary
Japan travel offers countless unforgettable moments, but few experiences combine adventure, culture, and fresh seafood quite like this fishing-and-dining package in Shonan Chigasaki.
From the moment you cast your line 🎣 to savoring your catch 🍣, this journey feels uniquely your own.
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“I’ve traveled all over Japan, but this was the only place where fishing and dining were seamlessly combined into one story.
The scent of the sea at the port, the quiet sound of waves out on the bay, and the sweetness of the fish we ate that night —
each detail is still so vivid in my mind.
Watching the Shonan sunset melt into the horizon while we said, ‘Today was truly special,’ is a memory I’ll carry for the rest of my life.”
— Daniel (Australia)
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