Why Your Best Meal in Japan Shouldn’t Be at a Restaurant
boat fishing fishing restaurant Sea to Table
Because the most memorable meal is the one you catch yourself — a sea-to-table fishing experience near Tokyo that guidebooks ignore
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Why Visit Sajima (Yokosuka) – A Famous Area, but a “Pro-Level” Spot Most Tourists Never Touch
- 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 Sajima — not because it’s bad, but because it’s the kind of place that quietly ruins “normal” travel.
Before sunrise, you step off the bus with salt in the air, boots tapping on a sleepy port road, and the boat lights flicker like a small secret shared only by early risers.
Once you feel the first strike on your line — then eat that exact fish later the same day — ordinary dinners back home may never hit the same.
This isn’t “just fishing.” It’s a single, clean arc: catch → deliver → cook → savor.
And the best part? It’s shockingly close to Tokyo — yet it feels like a different Japan.
Why Visit Sajima (Yokosuka) – A Famous Area, but a “Pro-Level” Spot Most Tourists Never Touch
This is Kanagawa — the same coastline people associate with weekend drives and beach views — but Sajima is where locals go when they want the real thing.
- ✅ Close to Tokyo, yet it feels remote: early-morning port life + open Sagami Bay energy
- ✅ Easy public access: Train to Zushi, then a direct bus to the port area (no car required)
- ✅ Tsune-maru is known for welcoming beginners, women, and families — with friendly guidance and multiple boats ready for different styles
Fishing Experience – Step by Step
This time, we introduce Kanagawa’s renowned Tsune-maru.
- 🛠️ Preparation – We provide the essentials so beginners can feel at ease. The crew explains what to do, what to watch for, and how to react when the bite comes.
- 🎣 Cast Your Line – Drop your line into Sagami Bay and let the calm do its job. The sea is wide, but your world becomes the tiny tension in your line.
- ✨ The Rod Tip Shakes – That first “tap… tap…” is electric. Your brain says “Is it real?” and your hands answer before you even think.
- 💪 Reeling in Your Catch – The fish fights back. You feel it through a single thread of line, and suddenly you’re not watching Japan — you’re inside it.
- 🍽️ From Sea to Table – Unlike typical tours, I bridge fishing and dining. Your catch goes to a partner restaurant that can cook it into a real Japanese feast.
✨ This isn’t just fishing. It’s an experience where you can fully immerse yourself in discovery, learning, and a very “local” kind of Japan — the kind you can’t get from guidebooks.
Eat Freshly Caught – From Sea to Table
This time, we introduce the renowned restaurant Amato Ichiba (海人市場), where your freshly caught fish can be prepared with the kind of care locals brag about. .
- 👨🍳 From Sea to Kitchen – You arrive with a cooler that feels like a treasure chest. The staff checks your fish and suggests the best cooking styles.
- 🍣 Japan-Style: From Sea to Table – Sashimi that’s still “alive” in flavor, crispy fried bites, simmered dishes that turn the ocean into comfort — all from what you personally caught.
- 🥢 Cultural Experience – This is where the day lands. You’re not “a tourist eating seafood.” You’re a guest being welcomed into a local rhythm of food and story.
✨ Unforgettable Memories – Eat fish you caught yourself, fresh that very day. This “catch and savor” experience is truly special and impossible to find on regular tours.
🗣️ Participant Feedback – Why This Experience is Chosen
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I arrived before dawn and honestly felt nervous — I’d never fished in Japan, and I don’t speak Japanese.
But the moment we met at the port, everything clicked. The captain showed me how to hold the rod, how to feel the bite, and when to reel.
Then it happened: a sharp tremble, my hands froze, and everyone around me shouted the same thing — “NOW!”
When the fish finally surfaced, I actually laughed out loud. Later, at Amato Ichiba, the first slice of sashimi tasted like the ocean had turned into silk.
— Nina (USA)
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We came as a family thinking, “This will be cute for the kids.” It turned into the highlight of our entire Japan trip.
Our son kept staring at the rod tip like it was a video game boss fight. When it bent hard, he yelled, “I GOT ONE!” so loud other boats looked over.
At the restaurant, the staff turned our catch into multiple dishes — and our daughter whispered, “We made this… in Japan.”
That quiet sentence hit me harder than any famous sightseeing spot.
— Daniel & Priya (UK)
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I’ve eaten at great sushi counters — but this was different, because the meal had a heartbeat.
On the boat, the sea was calm, the sky slowly turned gold, and the crew kept teaching us small details: how to read the line, how to stay relaxed.
At dinner, the fried pieces arrived first — crisp and steaming — and then the sashimi came out like a “final scene.”
I remember thinking: this is the most Japanese thing I did in Japan, and it wasn’t even on my original itinerary.
— Marco (Canada)
Reservation, Access, and Pricing
Link ✨
The official website for the fishing boat and restaurant featured
---Tsune-maru (Tunemaru)---
---Amato Ichiba (海人市場)---
Warning!
Read this all the way through before making your reservation! Otherwise, you'll mess it up!
Budget Guide 💴
✅ $160–$210 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 🕘
Early morning: Meet at Sajima area, check-in & prep
Around 6:00: Depart and start fishing (varies by plan/day)
Late morning to early afternoon: Return to port (timing varies by target fish & sea conditions)
Lunch or evening: Enjoy your catch at Amato Ichiba (lunch/dinner hours available)
End: Tour concludes 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
- “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
- 🚄 From Tokyo: Train to Zushi Station (about 1h 8m, ¥900–1,300), then bus to “Sajima 1-chome” (about 29 min, ~¥490)
- 🚅 From Osaka/Kyoto: Shinkansen to the Tokyo/Yokohama area, then onward to Zushi + bus (total typically ~4–5 hours, cost varies by route)
- 🚌 Bus tip: From Zushi Station, take a Keikyu Bus bound for the Sajima area and get off at “Sajima 1-chome” (close to the port access)
💴 Costs (rough guide):
Tokyo→Zushi: ¥900–1,300 (US$6–9)
Zushi→Sajima 1-chome (bus): ~¥490 (US$3–4)
Osaka/Kyoto→Sajima area: typically ¥15,000–¥20,000+ (US$100–135+) depending on the route
Summary
Japan travel offers countless unforgettable moments, but few experiences combine adventure, culture, and fresh seafood quite like this fishing-and-dining package near Tokyo.
From the moment you cast your line 🎣 to savoring your catch 🍣, this journey is uniquely mine.
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"I traveled all over Japan — big cities, famous temples, the whole checklist — but this was the only day that felt like I truly earned my dinner.
When I mentioned I wanted to stay overnight, they even pointed me to a place where I could…The steady hush of the waves, and a sky crowded with stars — that night is still vivid, sealed into my memory like a scene from a film."
— Alex (USA)
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