TABIKURU
Experience authentic fishing in Tachiura, located on Ikitsuki Island in Hirado City.
※ Meeting time is between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM. ※ The exact meeting time will be confirmed and provided after booking.
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Fisherman Experience: Discover the Sea of Tachiura, Hirado
The Highlight
- Board a fishing boat with local fishermen and experience authentic fishing activities up close!
- Pull up fixed fishing nets by hand, scoop up fish with landing nets, and enjoy catching a variety of seasonal fish.
- Admire the magnificent Ikitsuki Bridge while discovering the rich marine environment and fishing culture of Ikitsuki Island.
The Experience
Board a fishing boat operated by the Tachiura Fisheries Cooperative on Ikitsuki Island, Hirado City, and enjoy an authentic fishing experience while admiring the view of Ikitsuki Bridge.
Experience real fishing activities, including pulling up fixed fishing nets by hand and catching seasonal fish using landing nets.
＜Tour Schedule (Tentative)＞
5:30 AM – Meet at Tachiura Fisheries Cooperative (6:30 AM in February only) 5:30–6:00 AM – Put on rain gear and life jackets, followed by a safety briefing from local staff 6:00–7:30 AM – Board the fishing boat and experience authentic fishing 7:30 AM – End of experience
※ Meeting time is between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM. ※ The exact meeting time will be confirmed and provided after booking.
＜Important Notes＞ ・Departure times may change depending on sea conditions. ・In February only, the entire schedule starts and ends one hour later (meeting time: 6:30 AM). ・If the fish catch is low, the boat may visit two fixed-net fishing locations. In this case, the experience may finish one hour later than scheduled.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Language in Printed Materials (Booklet)
- English
Itinerary
- Please meet at the Tachiura Fisheries Cooperative. Change into appropriate gear and attend a safety briefing before the experience.
- Board the fishing boat!
- Head to the fixed-net fishing area.
- Head to the fixed-net fishing area.
- Pull up the fixed fishing nets used by local fishermen!
- Catch a big fish with a landing net! *The types of fish caught may vary.*
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- The deck can be slippery, so please wear non-slip shoes. Boarding may be refused depending on your footwear.
- If you are prone to seasickness, please bring your own motion sickness medication.
- As this experience takes place on an actual fishing boat, please arrive at the meeting point on time. If you miss the boat, it will be treated as a same-day cancellation, and a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
- Participants must be elementary school age or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- If you have any injuries or pre-existing medical conditions, please consult us in advance.
- Minimum number of participants: 1 person.
- Language: Japanese only.
- If the experience is canceled by the organizer, a full refund will be issued.
- The meeting time will be between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM. The exact meeting time will be confirmed and provided after booking.
Important Booking Information
For your safety, wearing a life jacket is mandatory when boarding the boat. Please follow the staff's instructions and wear it correctly. Life jackets are provided free of charge.
If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend bringing motion sickness medication. Please prepare your own medication in advance.
The meeting time will be between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM. The exact meeting time will be confirmed and provided after booking.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 4 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 2 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)