Oyster Island Katsurajima: Oyster harvest & seaside BBQ
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Possible number of bookings1~6
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Participating age2Age ~
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Duration5~6 hours
Matsushima Bay is famous for its picturesque views of tiny islands dotted across calm blue waters, but many do not realise that the group of larger islands-the Urato Islands-are actually home to many of Shiogama City's townspeople, including local fishermen and oyster farmers. The waters of Matsushima Bay are some of the worlds most fertile for cultivating oysters.So fertile, in fact, that many of Japan's (and even overseas) oyster farms source their oyster 'seeds' from these very waters.In many ways, Matsushima Bay and the Urato Islands are the birthplace of the oysters that end up on our plates all around the world.On this tour, you can experience the life of an oyster farmer by jumping aboard a local fishing boat and watching the harvest process right in front of your eyes! You'll also have the chance to try some huge, juicy oysters straight from the water-they don't get much fresher than this !! Take the rest of the harvest back to shore and enjoy a seafood BBQ as you take in views over the water.Before and after your oyster experience you'll also have time to explore the island itself, learning more about the history and lifestyle of the people who live there and discovering hidden views of one.
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Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 7 days before the event date. |
About cancellation | Up to one week prior, no cancellation fee. Two days prior: 20% Day before: 30% On the day: 100% |
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Detailed information of this plan
Required minimum number of participants | 2 Person(s) |
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Possible number of bookings | 1~6 |
Operating period | 2020/10/01〜2021/4/30 Fresh oysters are only available in season, Oct-May |
Assembly time | 09: 00 |
Booking deadline | until 23:59 15 days before |
Changing room | Toilet | ||
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Shower | Parking | ||
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Dress code - Must bring items | Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind potentially getting slightly wet.The fishing boat is an open boat-please bring rain-jackets etc. in the case of unfavorable weather. |
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Matters require attention | Please be sure to inform us of any food allergies or dietary requirements prior to the tour. |
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Plan attractions

Oyster harvesting experience Take a local fishing boat out to the oyster farms and learn more about oyster cultivation in Matsushima Bay

Try fresh oysters straight from the water Sample oysters as fresh as they come-straight from the water !! (if in season, Oct-May)

Local seafood BBQ lunch Take the freshly harvested oysters back to shore and enjoy them grilled alongside other local seafood for lunch!

Take a guided walk around Katsurajima Discover hidden views of Matsushima Bay from the lesser known Urato islands
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JR Hon-Shiogama Station