[A classic Kesennuma morning activity] Let's take a walk! Morning ☀ Fish Market (guided tour)

A classic Kesennuma tourist activity: why not get up a little early and walk around the fish market with a guide?
Kesennuma is one of the leading fishing ports in Japan, and fresh fish are landed every day. The lively market is full of things to see! We will also show you the Fisheries Information Center, which is full of unique exhibits such as impressive footage and a Fisherman's World Map!
This is a tour you can't miss when visiting Kesennuma! On mornings between mid-October and December, when the temperature drops significantly, you might be able to see Kesennuma's signature winter phenomenon, "Ki-arashi."

*The amount of catch is usually smaller from winter to spring. There may be days in winter when no catch is caught, and in those cases, the information will be mainly based on photos.

The morning in the port town starts at the fish market.

The sights you can see and experience at the market, such as fishermen unloading their catch and buyers bidding, are refreshing!

The species of fish caught and the location they are caught will change depending on the day. If you want to make sure you see all the highlights, we recommend this guided tour.

We are also preparing some rare experiences, such as bonito line fishing and swordfish horns (officially called dung)! *Please note that depending on the situation on the day, it may not be possible to participate.

After the tour, you will be issued a participation certificate with the date of participation stamped on it. It will definitely become a memorable memory of your trip!!

Since it is an early morning program, you may be able to see a ki-arashi at the same time on cold days from mid-October onwards (please check the link in the image for more information about the ki-arashi)!!

Just walking is a waste! The appeal of guided tours

Each guide member who will be showing you around has their own personality. Through conversation with your guide, you can ask them about sightseeing points in Kesennuma, recommended restaurants, and souvenir shops. Since it is an early morning program, you can enjoy sightseeing in Kesennuma even after the guided tour (^^♪

If you want to know in advance what the guided tour is like, please check out the experience report and video.

Program overview

Itinerary

6:40 set
6:45 Guided tour begins ~ Visit to the old fish market (from the observation deck)
7:15 Visit to the new fish market
7:55: End and disband at the meeting point

Date

Held throughout the year (Kesennuma City Fish Market opening days: Calendar pdf）

Time

6:45～7:55

Prices

Adult 2,300 Yen
Junior high school students and younger 700 yen
Free for preschoolers
*An English guide will cost an additional 6,000 yen (per group)

Meeting Place

Kesennuma "Umi no Ichi" bus parking lot side, under the outside stairs [The location in the photo below]
(988-0037, Kesennuma City, Fish Market, 7-13)

Capacity

20 people (minimum 1 people required for tour to run)

Application deadline

Until 3:18 three days before the desired date

Application form

Let's walk! Morning fish market

Points to note

• If you are an elementary school student or younger, please apply with a parent or guardian.
• If we are unable to arrange a guide, your request may be cancelled.
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing.
• If it's cold, please bring warm clothing and a jacket.
• Depending on the application situation, you may be accommodated in the same group as other groups.
• Please bring an umbrella or other rain gear in case of rain.
• The event will coincide with the opening day of Kesennuma Fish Market.
• Depending on the catch situation, you may not be able to see any fish.The amount of catch is usually small, especially from winter to spring. There may be days in winter when no catch is made, and in those cases, the information will be mainly based on photos.
• If a natural disaster or other risk is expected, the tour will be cancelled. You will be notified by phone or email.

Cancellation Policy

Please be sure to contact us if you wish to cancel or change the number of people after your reservation has been confirmed. Please note that if you cancel for personal reasons, you will be responsible for the cancellation fee.

• 4 to 5 days before the scheduled date [Depends on current preparation status]
• 3 days before the scheduled date [50%]
• The day before the scheduled date [80%]
• On the day of [100%]

Application/Inquiry

Contact Us

KESENNUMA BASE CAMP
(Kesennuma Base Camp)
TEL: 090-6243-7246
MAIL: k-paseo@k-macs.ne.jp
Business hours: 10:00-18:00 (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
*If we are unable to answer the phone due to reasons such as receiving a call, we will call you back.