EXPERIENCE
Yura Fishing Port Auction Private Traditional Fish Auction Tour & Special Lunch
Yura Fishing Port, historically renowned as a supplier of premium seafood to the Imperial Court, offers a rare glimpse into Japan's rich maritime heritage. Join a private tour led by a professional wholesaler for Michelin-starred restaurants and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling port. Witness the unique, fast-paced seafood auction where freshly caught marine products are bid on in traditional style.
Choose your preferred ingredients, and enjoy a personalized "Sea to Table" gastronomic experience, with a meal prepared just for you by a skilled chef using the finest local seafood.
Highlights
1. 10:30 – Meet at Yura Fishing Port and Port Tour (30 minutes): Explore Yura Fishing Port with a wholesaler guide, learning about its history, the life of local fishermen, and the landing of premium fish.
2. 11:00 – Seafood Selection Experience (30 minutes): Learn how to select the best ingredients and the best cooking methods with the guidance of a professional wholesaler. Choose among the fresh seasonal catch.
3. 11:30 – Auction Tour (30 minutes): Experience the traditional auction at Yura Fishery Cooperative, featuring wooden auction tags unique to this port.
– Travel to Hotel New Awaji by car (10 minutes) –
4. 12:10 – Break at Hotel New Awaji Lounge (20 minutes): Enjoy a welcome drink at the stunning "Heavenly Balcony" lounge, offering panoramic views of Awaji Island. (Non-alcoholic drinks only)
5. 12:30 – Special Lunch (90 minutes): Relish a kaiseki course featuring the seafood you selected, prepared in your preferred style (boiled, grilled, fried, or sashimi), along with an array of local Awaji ingredients.
Beauty of Japan is a bespoke luxury DMC based in Tokyo specialized in tailor-made travel curation and all land arrangements with a focus on unique experiences to match with each client’s interests.