Whole-TunaCuttingTour
A one-of-a-kind adventure — only in Nachikatsuura!
7:00 AMMeeting time
2+ guestsMinimum to run the tour
Year-roundClosed Tuesdays & market holidays
What You’ll Do
Join the Tuna Auction Guided Tour and watch the bidding-style tuna auction. Then, at the harbor, try filleting a freshly landed whole tuna yourself. Finish with a breakfast made from the tuna you cut.
No experience needed — our staff guide you step by step. Children can join when accompanied by an adult.
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1Watch the auctionSee the bidding-style tuna auction with the Tuna Auction Guided Tour. -
2Cut a whole tunaTry filleting a freshly landed tuna at the harbor, with staff beside you. -
3Enjoy breakfastEat a breakfast made from the tuna you cut.
Watch It in Action
Filleting a freshly landed tuna at the harbor.
Moments from the Tour



Tour Schedule
- Runs
- Year-round
- Not held on
- Tuesdays, market holidays, and the “Full Holidays (red)” and “Large Fish Holidays (blue)” in the Katsuura Fish Market Calendar
Meeting Point & Time
- Time
- 7:00 AM
- Place
- Ashiyu “Umi-no-Yu” footbath area, in front of the Katsuura Fish Market “Nigiwai Ichiba” building
Important Notes
Please read the Tour Terms & Safety Information before booking. Completing a reservation means you agree to these terms.
Booking Information
- Minimum
- 2 participants
- System fee
- A 1.5% system usage fee is charged at the time of booking.
For Travel Agencies and Group Bookings
Please apply with the group application form.