Why Does This Port Near Mt. Fuji Change How You Travel?
Because here, you don’t just eat Japan — you catch it, carry it, and taste the entire day from sea to table.
Because It’s Too Good: Japan’s Hidden Sea-to-Table Experience at Kaito (Tagonoura)
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Why Visit Tagonoura (Fuji City) – 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 Tagonoura — not because it’s bad, but because it’s
too good. You arrive while the harbor is still half-asleep, breath turning white in the sea air, and the silhouette of Mt. Fuji quietly watching from behind the masts.
Once you taste a fish you caught yourself — served the very same evening in a local izakaya near Fuji Station — ordinary meals back home will feel underwhelming.
This is a place where catch → deliver → savor happens in a single arc.
Not another “famous restaurant crawl” — it’s a journey where you eat your own story.
Why Visit Tagonoura (Fuji City) – Japan’s Hidden Gem
Why highlight Tagonoura? Because it’s a quiet, local port with a dramatic backdrop — Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay — and almost no tourist crowds.
- ✅ A peaceful harbor town where your morning begins under Mt. Fuji, not in a packed tourist queue
- ✅ A simple, honest fishing culture — you feel “real Japan” the moment you step onto the pier
- ✅ A true “from sea to table” pipeline: your catch goes straight to a partner restaurant for dinner
Fishing Experience – Step by Step
This time, we introduce Shizuoka’s renowned Kaito.
- 🛠️ Preparation – We provide all gear and life jackets. Everything is arranged so beginners can feel at ease.
- 🎣 Cast Your Line – Drop your line into Suruga 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 Izakaya ICHIGOU, 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 at the port before sunrise, honestly nervous — I’d never held a fishing rod in my life.
Then Mt. Fuji appeared in the pale light like a painting, and somehow my fear turned into excitement.
When my rod tip finally flickered… I froze. The captain gestured calmly, “Now—slowly.”
I reeled in my first fish with shaking hands, and I actually laughed out loud on the boat.
That night, the same fish came out as sashimi at ICHIGOU — I stared at the plate like, “Did I really do this?”
— Olivia (UK)
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We wanted something our teenagers would remember — not another temple photo.
On the boat, our son kept whispering, “I feel it… I feel it!” like it was a secret mission.
When he hooked one, the whole family yelled at once, and even the other guests clapped.
Later at the restaurant, the staff served the fish with a proud smile — and our daughter said,
“This tastes like… a trophy.” She took a bite, then quietly said, “I’ll never forget today.”
— Ethan & Mia (USA)
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I’ve eaten at great sushi counters in Tokyo — but this was different.
On deck, the wind smelled like salt and engine oil, and my gloves were wet from the sea.
The moment we returned to shore, it felt like the day clicked into the next chapter: dinner.
At ICHIGOU, the chef showed us our fish first — then turned it into sashimi, grilled pieces, and soup.
I realized I wasn’t just “eating fresh fish”… I was tasting the entire day, start to finish.
— Lucas (Canada)
Reservation, Access, and Pricing
Link ✨
The official website for the fishing boat and restaurant featured
---Kaito (Official Site)---
---Izakaya ICHIGOU (Tabelog)---
Warning!
Read this all the way through before making your reservation! Otherwise, you'll mess it up!
Budget Guide 💴
✅ $173–223 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 Tagonoura Port, board the boat
Morning: Fishing experience in Suruga Bay
Around Noon: Return to port (time varies by conditions)
Evening: Enjoy your catch at a carefully selected partner restaurant near Fuji Station
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: Tokaido Shinkansen → Shin-Fuji Station (approx. 1–1.5 hours) → Taxi to Tagonoura Port (approx. 15–25 min)
- 🚅 From Osaka/Kyoto: Tokaido Shinkansen → Shin-Fuji Station (approx. 2–2.5 hours) → Taxi to Tagonoura Port (approx. 15–25 min)
💴 Costs (approx.):
Tokyo→Shin-Fuji: ¥5,000–7,000 (US$34–47)
Osaka/Kyoto→Shin-Fuji: ¥10,000–13,000 (US$67–87)
Taxi (Station→Port): ¥2,500–4,000 (US$17–27)
Summary
Japan travel offers countless unforgettable moments, but few experiences combine adventure, culture, and fresh seafood quite like this fishing-and-dining package in Tagonoura.
From the moment you cast your line 🎣 to savoring your catch 🍣, this journey is uniquely mine.
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"I’ve traveled across Japan, but this was the only experience where fishing and dinner felt like one continuous story.
When I mentioned I wished the day could last longer, they even hinted at a way I could…
The soft rhythm of the waves and a sky scattered with glittering stars — that night is still vivid, sealed in my memory like a treasure."
— Daniel (USA)
Ready to plan your unique Japanese “from sea to table” adventure today?
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