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Karakuwa Oyster Sailing Tour
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Duration
1.5 hours
Number of Guests
4 - 15 guests
Accessibility
Family-friendly
Language
Japanese, English
Other
Gluten-free, Halal, Pescetarian, Learn etiquette
Discover the secrets of momare-kaki (momare oysters) during this boat tour with a Karakuwa oyster tasting.
Highlights
Jump in a fishing boat and tour the waters of Karakuwa with a local fisherman
Discover the secrets to producing top-quality local Karakuwa oysters while taking in the beautiful ocean views and the rustic cliffs of the peninsula
Head back to a local oyster shack for an unforgettable oyster tasting
Experience Details
Miyagi Prefecture is one of Japan’s major oyster-producing regions, with plump “kaki” (oysters) harvested from the fertile waters along the Sanriku Coast. Grown slowly and gently, some of Miyagi’s most impressive oysters come from the northern area of Karakuwa.
These tasty local Karakuwa oysters are called momare oysters or momare-kaki. They take about 2.5 years to 3 years to produce, unlike the more standard oyster which takes about 18 months to 2 years. Protected by inlets and bays, the name “momare” oyster comes from the Japanese word meaning “to be tossed around.” This careful production process incorporates a combination of environmental conditions. The oysters are grown in secluded areas, massaged by the waves of the ocean, leading to optimum flavor and texture.
The local fishing industry was terribly damaged by the 2011 tsunami, yet since then the region has worked hard to flourish once more. During this tour, you’ll gain insight into the local oyster-producing culture and jump on a fishing boat to spend a morning with a local oyster farmer.
Join this Karakuwa Oyster Tour and use your five senses to learn about how these delicious local oysters are cultivated off the coast of the Karakuwa Peninsula. Along with local fishermen, you’ll board a boat and set sail toward the floating rafts of oysters, feeling the invigorating sea breeze. You’ll learn in-depth about how oysters are locally grown with care; then, back on land, you’ll also have the chance to taste some of the freshest oysters, rich with their signature umami flavor.
Book this Karakuwa Oyster Sailing Tour and show your support for the local oyster and fishing industry, and taste the freshest oysters imaginable!
Inclusions
1.5-hour oyster tour in Karakuwa
Fishing boat tour with a local fisherman
Oyster tasting
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting of this Karakuwa Oyster Tour is at Karakuwa Banya Oyster Shack
Remarks
Please be reminded to come to the experience on time
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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Experience Location
Kesennuma is a stunning city on the Sanriku Coast in Miyagi Prefecture with abundant fishing grounds. Visitors can appreciate its natural beauty and resources by indulging in fresh seafood, climbing Mt. Anba, or kayaking in the sea. One of the largest fishing ports in the Tohoku region, Kesennuma was hit hard by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, a disaster that devastated the local economy and forced many residents to leave and find job opportunities elsewhere. Now, Kesennuma has bounced back with a revitalized local economy and a mission to make the fishing industry more sustainable.
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Earliest available date: September 16, 2024
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