Why Akashi Might Ruin All Your Future Japan Travels
boat fishing fishing restaurant Sea to Table
This immersive experience is incomparable to ordinary sightseeing
At other destinations, you cannot hand the fish you caught to the chef and savor it as a special dinner.
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Why Visit Akashi & Awaji Island – 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 Akashi and Awaji Island — not because they’re bad, but because they’re
too good. Before sunrise, the silhouette of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge glows above the dark sea, and the low rumble of Retackle’s engine blends with seagulls’ calls.
The first time you taste a fish you fought up from the currents yourself — later that same evening in a seaside ryokan on Awaji — everyday dinners back home will feel painfully ordinary.
Here, cast → fight → land → cross the strait → savor all unfold in one continuous story.
This isn’t another checklist of famous restaurants — it’s a journey where you literally eat the story you created on the water.
Why Visit Akashi & Awaji Island – Japan’s Hidden Gem
Why highlight Akashi and Awaji Island? Because they quietly combine a historic castle town, the iconic Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and a true “from sea to table” route that most tourists never discover.
- ✅ Just a few hours from Tokyo/Osaka, yet far from the usual crowded sightseeing circuits
- ✅ Rich fishing grounds in the Akashi Strait, famous for strong tides and premium sea bream, octopus, and more
- ✅ A seamless connection: morning fishing in Akashi with Retackle, then hot springs and kaiseki dinner at Awajishima Kanko Hotel
Fishing Experience – Step by Step
This time, we introduce Akashi’s renowned shared charter boat Retackle.
- 🛠️ Preparation – All gear and life jackets are provided. You meet near JR/Sanyo Akashi Station and walk to the port; even first-time anglers are fully supported so they can relax.
- 🎣 Cast Your Line – Around 6:00 a.m., you drop your line into the fast, clear currents of the Akashi Strait and wait for that first sharp “tap” that says a fish has found your lure.
- ✨ The Rod Tip Shakes – The very first time the rod bends, you feel the fish pulling on the other end, the bridge towering in the corner of your eye — a surreal moment when Japan stops being a postcard and becomes real.
- 💪 Reeling in Your Catch – You fight on a single thin line against a sea bream or bluefish powered by the fierce tide. When the silver body finally breaks the surface, everyone on deck cheers as if they landed it too.
- 🍽️ From Sea to Table – Unlike typical tours that end at the dock, this experience continues across the water. Your carefully bled and iced catch travels with you toward Awaji Island, ready to become the star of your dinner.
✨ This isn’t just fishing. It’s an immersive experience of discovery, learning, and Japanese maritime tradition woven into one day.
Eat Freshly Caught – From Sea to Table
This time, we introduce the renowned seaside ryokan Awajishima Kanko Hotel, where top chefs prepare your freshly caught fish at a level of freshness you simply cannot buy.
- 👨🍳 From Sea to Kitchen – Staff carefully receive your catch, and the chef decides how to bring out its best — delicate sashimi, crisp tempura, or fragrant soup simmered with local vegetables.
- 🍣 Japan-Style: From Sea to Table – Just hours after you felt the bite, the same fish appears in lacquerware bowls and on elegant plates in front of you. Each bite connects the morning’s tug on the rod with the evening’s quiet satisfaction.
- 🥢 Cultural Experience – After soaking in an onsen and changing into a yukata, you sit down on tatami with family or friends. Conversation naturally drifts back to “that one big bite” as you taste Awaji’s famed seafood in a traditional kaiseki course.
✨ Unforgettable Memories – You’re not just eating “fresh fish”; you’re eating a story you helped create — from the cast in Akashi to the final bite in Awaji. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime connection between sea, table, and memory that standard tours simply can’t provide.
🗣️ Participant Feedback – Why This Experience is Chosen
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“I don’t speak Japanese at all, but from our first message to meeting under the station clock, everything was handled for me.
On the boat, the captain pointed to my bending rod and shouted something excited — everyone laughed and cheered.
That night, when the same fish appeared as sashimi in the ryokan, I realized: this is the kind of story I wanted from Japan.”
— Olivia (USA)
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“Our two kids kept repeating, ‘We’re really eating our own fish!’ on the ferry to Awaji.
At dinner, the chef quietly brought out a plate just for them — small fillets, no bones, beautifully arranged.
Watching them proudly tell the staff, ‘We caught this!’ in simple English was the moment my wife and I knew this trip was worth every mile.”
— Daniel & Mia (Australia)
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“I’ve eaten at famous sushi spots in Tokyo, but nothing compared to this.
The staff showed me photos of my fish as they prepared it, then served it three different ways — sashimi, grilled collar, and a light soup.
It felt less like ordering from a menu and more like the chef and I were finishing a story we started together that morning in the strait.”
— Noah (Germany)
Reservation, Access, and Pricing
Link ✨
The official websites for the featured fishing boat and ryokan:
---Retackle---
---Awajishima Kanko Hotel (Awakan)---
Warning!
Read this all the way through before making your reservation! Otherwise, you'll mess it up!
Budget Guide 💴
✅ Approx. US$140–190 per person (fishing + meal included)
✅ Discounts for women & children available
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 (around 5:30): Meet near Akashi Station and walk together to Retackle’s boat at the port
Morning: 5.5-hour fishing trip in the Akashi Strait, targeting sea bream, bluefish, and seasonal species
Early afternoon: Return to the port, short break, then move toward Awaji Island (ferry/highway bus + hotel shuttle)
Evening: Soak in the onsen and enjoy your own catch as part of a kaiseki dinner at Awajishima Kanko Hotel
Night: Fall asleep to the sound of the waves, with your rods and stories resting for the next day
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: Take the Shinkansen to Shin-Kobe (about 3 hours), then a local JR train to Akashi Station (about 20 minutes). Total travel time is roughly 3.5 hours.
- 🚅 From Osaka/Kyoto: Take JR rapid or limited express trains to Akashi Station (about 45–90 minutes, depending on departure station).
- 🚖 From Akashi to Awajishima Kanko Hotel: Walk about 10 minutes to Akashi Port, take a ferry across to Awaji Island (around 15 minutes), then use the hotel’s shuttle or local bus (about 30–40 minutes) to reach the ryokan.
💴 Costs (one-way, approximate):
Tokyo → Akashi: around ¥16,000 (about US$105)
Osaka/Kyoto → Akashi: around ¥1,500–2,500 (about US$10–17)
Akashi → Awaji Island (ferry + bus/shuttle): around ¥1,000–1,500 (about US$7–10; some hotel plans include shuttle service)
Summary
Japan travel offers countless unforgettable moments, but few experiences combine adventure, culture, and fresh seafood quite like this fishing-and-dining package in Akashi and Awaji Island.
From the moment you cast your line 🎣 to savoring your catch 🍣, this journey is uniquely mine.
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“I’ve traveled all over Japan, but this was the only place that truly combined fishing with a full course meal.
When I casually asked about staying overnight, they introduced a ryokan where I could fall asleep still tasting the sea.
The gentle rhythm of the waves and the countless stars above — that night remains vivid in my mind, a memory I’ll carry for the rest of my life.”
— Alex (UK)
Ready to plan your unique Japanese “from sea to table” adventure today?
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