[Wakayama Prefecture, Kushimoto Town] A learning trip to the sea to meet farmed tuna. A two- Tomari, one-night sea experience for the whole family

• Table of Contents
• An educational trip to the ocean to encounter farmed tuna. A two- Tomari, one-night ocean experience for the whole family
• Day 1: Enjoy Kushimoto with local cuisine and spectacular hot springs
• Day 2: See, learn, and experience tuna farming
• Accommodation: Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto
• Sample plan (1 Tomari, 2 days)
• Summary: An unforgettable educational trip to Kushimoto, a town that lives in harmony with the sea

An educational trip to the ocean to encounter farmed tuna. A two- Tomari, one-night ocean experience for the whole family

Kushimoto Town Wakayama Prefecture , Wakayama Prefecture, is a town surrounded by sea and mountains at the southernmost tip of Honshu. It is also known for the national natural monument "Hashiguiiwa" and the port town that successfully cultivated Japan's first fully-fledged tuna.

This time, I went on a two- Tomari, one-night family trip with my elementary school daughter to "learn about the bounty of the sea with all five senses." From tuna farming experiences and dried fish set meals to hot springs and spectacular hotel views, I'd like to introduce you to a trip where you can feel the warmth of nature and people.

Day 1: Enjoy Kushimoto with local cuisine and spectacular hot springs

◆ Hashiguiiwa: A natural work of art born from the sea of ​​Kushimoto

The symbol of Kushimoto, Hashikuiiwa, is a group of unusually shaped rocks that are rare in Japan, with over 40 large and small rocks lined up in a straight line from the sea. They can be viewed from the hotel windows and open-air baths, and show completely different faces in the morning, afternoon and evening.

◆ Ozaki Himono | Enjoy dried fish and seafood on the spot

For lunch, we went to a local dried fish specialty store called "Ozaki no Himono." They process fish caught in the sea right in front of the restaurant and serve it as a set meal.

The recommended dishes are the "Mackerel Mirin Set Meal" and the "Hiraki Set Meal." My daughter loves the "Tuna Bowl," and she even exclaimed, "Dried fish can be so delicious!?" If you like the dried fish, you can buy it on the spot and have it delivered.

📍1477, Wakayama Prefecture, Kushimoto Town gun, Wakayama Prefecture

◆ Hashikui Onsen | Enjoy a spectacular view of Hashikuiwa Rock from the open-air bath

After your meal, head to the hot springs near the hotel. Here, you can relax in an open-air bath overlooking Hashikuiiwa Rocks. If you visit at dusk, you can enjoy a relaxing time with the fantastic seascape as your backdrop.

Day 2: See, learn, and experience tuna farming

◆ Farmed tuna experience | Learning activity where you can interact with fishermen

The next morning, we headed to the "Bluefin Tuna Farming Experience" organized by the Nanki Kushimoto Tourism Association. We gathered at the fishing port accompanied by an instructor, and after a lecture, we boarded a fishing boat and set off to sea.

More than 200 tuna swim around in the 40m diameter tank. During the experience, you can throw 100kg of sardines into the tank and experience the powerful feeding action. My daughter was nervous at first, but she was excited to see the tuna jumping around!

📍Kushimoto Kushimoto Town Kushimoto 33 (Nanki Kushimoto Tourism Association)

📞 0735-62-3171

◆ Suimon Festival | The luxury of tasting farmed tuna "on the spot"

After the experience, we sampled some tuna at the nearby seaside restaurant "Suimon Matsuri." The sashimi was fatty and tender, and my daughter was impressed, saying, "This is the best tuna I've ever eaten."

The tuna you taste after learning about the efforts and passion of the fishermen that go into farming it becomes a special dish. It's also a recommended experience for food education.

Accommodation: Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto

We stayed at a hotel right next to Hashikuiiwa Rock. From the large windows we could see the ocean, watch the Asahi rise over the horizon in the morning, and be surrounded by the sound of the waves at night, relaxing both body and mind.

There are Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) and hot springs within walking distance, making it a perfect base for your trip.

⛵ Fully equipped with marine activities such as diving and canoeing🛌 All rooms are comfortable and modern. Children under elementary school age can sleep in the same bed for free.

Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto

649-3511 1579-1 Ushigoe, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Pref...

Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto is adjacent to the roadside station "Kushimoto Hashiguiiwa," which offers a view of Hashiguiiwa, a scenic spot and national natural monument. This simple and smart hotel in Kushimoto, Wakayama Prefecture, evokes the image of a beautiful and quiet rock tower (hashigui), and is perfect for both sightseeing and business. Kushimoto, located at the southernmost tip of Honshu and facing the Pacific Ocean, is blessed with magnificent nature and is a popular area where you can enjoy swimming, scuba diving, and walking along the Kumano Kodo and Ohechi trails, which are World Heritage sites. It is also attractive for its abundant seafood, such as kenken bonito, spiny lobster, and the world's first successfully farmed bluefin tuna, thanks to the Kuroshio Current. Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto promises a comfortable hotel stay with comfortable space and attentive service, during your trip to enjoy the charms of the sea.

Hotels near Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto

Mercure Wakayama Kushimoto Resort & Spa

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Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Nanki Kushimoto

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4.0 /5

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Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto

Wakayama Prefecture > Kushimoto

4.7 /5

Amazing

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Sample plan (1 Tomari, 2 days)

Time Content

10:00 Depart Osaka(approximately 3 hours by car)

13:00 Lunch with Ozaki dried fish

14:00 Walk around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy hot springs

17:00 Hotel check-in

Next day 9:00am: Farmed tuna experience

11:00 Tuna tasting at the Water Gate Festival

13:00 Walk Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) and surrounding area, then head home

Summary: An unforgettable educational trip to Kushimoto, a town that lives in harmony with the sea

Don't just see, but touch, learn and taste. On a trip to Kushimoto, you can experience the bounty of the sea and the lives of people with your whole body.

For children it's a learning experience, and for adults it's healing and discovery. Kushimoto is a seaside town that makes you want to visit again and again. Next time, I want to try snorkeling and canoeing.

Fairfield by Marriott Wakayama Kushimoto Official Website

Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project Official Website