Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town
You can explore Shiogama City, boasting one of Japan's largest catches of fresh tuna, as well as its rich traditional culture as a gateway town to Shiogama Shrine. This is the walking tour and you can wander around Shiogama City on foot and by bus, enjoying various local delicacies. In Shiogama Fish Market, Japan's top port for fresh tuna catches, you'll enjoy a seafood bowl with your favorite ingredients, be sure to skip your breakfast to enjoy. We'll stroll through the traditional streets of Shiogama, savoring delicious Japanese sweets and side dishes. Also we explore shrines include Shiogama Shrine, said to be the oldest in the Tohoku region. Enjoy sake tasting at Urakasumi Sake Brewery, renowned for its classic and elegant brews.
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Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town
What's included in Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Stroll around Shiogama Fish Market, Japan Top Tuna market. If you're lucky, you might witness the dismantling of a large tuna at the market. Then, get your favorite seafood and make your own Sushi Bowl.
Shiogama Shrine
Walk to Shiogama Shrine, the oldest temple in Tohoku region. Learn the proper way to worship at Shiogama Shrine and Shiwahiko Shrine, and pray for happiness. You'll stroll through the traditional streets of Shiogama, savoring delicious Japanese sweets and side dishes.
Shiogama
On the main street of Shiogama, you'll find a variety of shops lining up, ranging from traditional Japanese sweet shops to liquor shops where you can enjoy some fine Japanese sake, and even miso and soy sauce stores. We'll tailor our visit to your preferences and interests, so let's explore some of these shops together!
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Sake tasting experience for adults aged 18 and above.
- Transfers between your hotel to meet-up and drop-off points
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet up in front of "the Signboard with a Picture of Tuna". Note: Higashi-Shiogama Station is located on the JR Senseki Line, and it is different from "Shiogama Station" and "Hon-Shiogama Station".
