Why You Should Never Visit Tokyo Bay When Traveling to Japan
boat fishing fishing restaurant Sea to Table
A local sea-to-table experience most Tokyo travelers never expect.
Because once you catch your own fish and eat it the same day, ordinary sightseeing—and ordinary seafood—will never feel the same again.
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Why Visit Yokohama (Kanazawa-Hakkei) – A Famous Spot With a Local-Only Secret
- 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 Yokohama’s Kanazawa-Hakkei — not because it’s bad, but because it’s
too good. The kind of place where the city noise fades, gulls replace traffic, and the sea breeze smells like your next meal.
Once you taste a fish you caught yourself — plated the very same day near the harbor — “normal seafood” back home may never hit the same.
This isn’t a checklist-style trip. It’s a story you eat: catch → deliver → savor, all in one day.
Why Visit Yokohama (Kanazawa-Hakkei) – A Famous Spot With a Local-Only Secret
Yokohama is famous — but most visitors never come here. Kanazawa-Hakkei is a “locals’ seaside” area where
fishing culture is still everyday life, not a tourist show.
- ✅ Easy access from central Tokyo, yet it feels like a coastal getaway
- ✅ A working port atmosphere — real boats, real captains, real catches
- ✅ A rare Japan experience: you don’t just eat seafood — you eat your own seafood
Fishing Experience – Step by Step
This time, we introduce Yokohama’s renowned Kubo Hiro-maru.
- 🛠️ Preparation – We provide all gear and life jackets. Everything is arranged so beginners can feel at ease.
- 🎣 Cast Your Line – Drop your line into Tokyo Bay and wait for the thrill of your first fish taking the bait.
- ✨ The Rod Tip Shakes – Feel the excitement as a fish takes the bait, transmitted through the rod.
- 💪 Reeling in Your Catch – Savor the moment when you subdue a fiercely fighting fish on a single thin line.
- 🍽️ From Sea to Table – Unlike typical tours, I bridge fishing and dining. Your catch goes to partner restaurants.
✨ This isn’t just fishing.
It’s an experience where you can fully immerse yourself in discovery, learning, and Japanese tradition.
Eat Freshly Caught – From Sea to Table
This time, we introduce
the renowned restaurant Arakawaya Dining Bar SAND FISH, where top chefs prepare your freshly caught fish with exceptional freshness. .
- 👨🍳 From Sea to Kitchen – The chef inspects the fish and prepares it as sashimi, grilled dishes, or soup.
- 🍣 Japan-Style: From Sea to Table – Savor the freshest seafood within hours of being caught.
- 🥢 Cultural Experience – Enjoy Japanese food culture in a cozy local setting.
✨ 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 nervous — Tokyo Bay felt so “local” that I worried I’d be the only foreigner there.
But the moment we met, everything clicked: clear instructions, calm smiles, and that quiet confidence you only see in people who do this every day.
Then it happened — my rod tip started tapping like a heartbeat. I froze. Someone said “Now!” and I reeled.
When the fish surfaced, sunlight flashed on its scales and I actually laughed out loud.
At SAND FISH later, the first bite of sashimi tasted like the ocean… but clean, sweet, and impossibly fresh.
— Hannah (USA)
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We came as a family and expected “a fun boat ride.” We did not expect our kids to remember this as the highlight of Japan.
On the boat, our son kept whispering, “Please bite, please bite…” like he was making a wish.
When he finally hooked one, he yelled so loud two nearby boats turned their heads.
Hours later, at the restaurant, the staff placed the plate down and our daughter pointed at the fish and said, “That’s ours.”
Watching them taste something they earned — with chopsticks, eyes wide — was pure magic.
— Daniel & Mia (Canada)
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I’ve eaten great sushi in Tokyo — but this was different. This had a pulse to it, a storyline.
The sea was calm, the skyline distant, and for a while it felt like the whole city disappeared.
When the meal came, I realized why locals guard places like Kanazawa-Hakkei: it’s not “tourist seafood,” it’s a living food culture.
If you want a Japan memory that feels personal — like it belongs only to you — do this.
— Oliver (UK)
Reservation, Access, and Pricing
Link ✨
The official website for the fishing boat and restaurant featured
---Kubo Hiro-maru---
---Arakawaya Dining Bar SAND FISH---
Warning!
Read this all the way through before making your reservation! Otherwise, you'll mess it up!
Budget Guide 💴
✅ $165–230 per person (includes fishing & fresh seafood meal)
✅ 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 near the port / final briefing, board the boat
Late morning–Noon: Fishing experience in Tokyo Bay
Afternoon: Enjoy your catch at a carefully selected partner restaurant near the harbor
End: Tour concludes with satisfied smiles
*Exact departure/return times vary by season and target species. I confirm the final schedule when booking.
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 Kanazawa-Hakkei Station (approx. 1–1.5 hours)
- 🚅 From Osaka: Shinkansen + local transfer to Kanazawa-Hakkei Station (approx. 3 hours)
- 🚖 From Kanazawa-Hakkei Station: Free pick-up available (or local line / short taxi ride, depending on timing)
💴 Costs (approx.):
Tokyo→Kanazawa-Hakkei: around ¥800–¥3,000 (US$6–20)
Shin-Osaka→Kanazawa-Hakkei: around ¥13,860 (US$90+) for a typical route
Local transfer/taxi: varies by route and time
Summary
Japan travel offers countless unforgettable moments, but few experiences combine adventure, culture, and fresh seafood quite like this fishing-and-dining package in Yokohama’s Kanazawa-Hakkei.
From the moment you cast your line 🎣 to savoring your catch 🍣, this journey is uniquely mine.
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"I’ve traveled around Japan, but this was the only place where fishing and dining felt like one seamless story.
When I mentioned wanting to stay overnight, they even helped me discover a place where I could…
The hush of the waves, and a sky scattered with countless stars — that night is still vivid, etched as a treasured memory."
— Liam (USA)
Ready to plan your unique Japanese “from sea to table” adventure today?
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