Location
Spring (March-May)
Highlights: Cherry blossoms, mild weather, spring festivals
- Temperature: 10-20°C (50-68°F)

Crowds: High during cherry blossom season (late March-early April)
What to Wear: Light jacket, layers
Special Events: Hanami parties, spring festivals
Boat fishing: ¥8,000-15,000 (half-day)
Shore fishing: ¥3,000-6,000 (2-3 hours)
Market tours: ¥4,000-7,000 (early morning)
Sushi making: ¥10,000-18,000 (3-4 hours)
Best value: Shore fishing for families
Introduction: Understanding Fishing Experience Costs


Fishing experiences in Miura Peninsula range from budget-friendly shore fishing to premium boat charters. This guide breaks down all costs, helps you compare options, and shows you how to get the best value for your budget.
Price Overview:
- Budget: ¥2,000-5,000 (net mending, basic shore fishing)
- Mid-range: ¥5,000-10,000 (shore fishing, market tours)
- Premium: ¥10,000-20,000 (boat fishing, sushi making)
- Luxury: ¥20,000+ (private charters, full-day experiences) Updated: March 2026
Boat Fishing Prices
Shared Boat (Group Tour)
Price: ¥8,000-12,000 per person
Duration: 3-4 hours (half-day)
Group size: 4-8 people
Includes:
- Boat ride
- Fishing equipment
- Bait
- Safety equipment
- Fresh catch (to keep)
- Sometimes: Breakfast Best Value:
- Weekday tours (cheaper)
- Morning departure (more fish)
- Off-season (November-February)
- Group bookings (discounts) Book: 1-2 weeks aheadPrivate Boat Charter
Price: ¥30,000-60,000 per boat (not per person)
Duration: 4-6 hours
Capacity: 2-6 people
Includes:
- Private boat
- Captain/guide
- All equipment
- Flexible schedule
- Fresh catch
- Sometimes: Lunch preparation Best Value:
- Split among 4-6 people
- Full-day charter (better rate)
- Off-season negotiation
- Multi-day booking Book: 2-4 weeks aheadShore Fishing Prices
Guided Shore Fishing
Price: ¥3,000-6,000 per person
Duration: 2-3 hours
Group size: 1-10 people
Includes:
- Fishing rod and tackle
- Bait
- Instruction
- Bucket for catch
- Sometimes: Cooler box Best Value:
- Morning sessions
- Weekday bookings
- Family packages (children discount)
- Multi-session bookings Book: 2-3 days aheadSelf-Guided Shore Fishing
Price: ¥1,000-2,000 (equipment rental only)
Duration: Flexible
Group size: Any
Includes:
- Rod rental
- Basic tackle
- Bait
- Bucket Best Value:
- Bring own equipment (free)
- Full-day rental (better rate)
- Multi-day rental discounts
- Local shop membership Book: Walk-in OKMarket Tour Prices
Standard Market Tour
Price: ¥4,000-6,000 per person
Duration: 2-3 hours (early morning)
Group size: 2-10 people
Includes:
- Market entrance
- Guide (fisherman)
- Sashimi tasting
- Market tour
- Shopping assistance Best Value:
- Combine with other activities
- Group bookings
- Hotel package deals
- Off-season visits Book: 1 week aheadPremium Market + Breakfast
Price: ¥7,000-10,000 per person
Duration: 3-4 hours
Group size: 2-8 people
Includes:
- Everything in standard tour
- Fresh breakfast at market
- Sake tasting (optional)
- Cooking demonstration
- Recipe booklet Best Value:
- Special occasions
- Food enthusiasts
- Small groups
- Cultural experience seekers Book: 2 weeks aheadSushi Making Prices
Standard Sushi Class
Price: ¥10,000-14,000 per person
Duration: 3-4 hours
Group size: 2-8 people
Includes:
- Market tour (morning)
- All ingredients
- Sushi chef instruction
- Meal (your sushi)
- Recipe booklet
- Apron (souvenir) Best Value:
- Morning classes (fresher fish)
- Weekday classes
- Group bookings
- Multi-class packages Book: 2-3 weeks aheadPremium Sushi Experience
Price: ¥15,000-20,000 per person
Duration: 4-5 hours
Group size: 2-6 people
Includes:
- Everything in standard
- Premium ingredients (otoro, uni)
- Sake pairing
- Private chef
- Certificate of completion
- Professional photos Best Value:
- Special occasions
- Serious foodies
- Small groups
- Unique experience seekers Book: 3-4 weeks aheadIndoor Activities Prices
Net Mending Experience
Price: ¥2,000-3,500 per person
Duration: 1-2 hours
Group size: 2-8 people
Includes:
- Net mending tools
- Practice net
- Instruction
- Small souvenir net
- Tea and snacks Best Value:
- All weather activity
- Good for families
- Cultural experience
- Budget-friendly Book: 2-3 days aheadFishery Museum + Workshop
Price: ¥1,500-2,500 per person
Duration: 1-2 hours
Group size: Any
Includes:
- Museum entrance
- Workshop participation
- Small craft souvenir
- Educational materials Best Value:
- Rainy day activity
- Educational for children
- Combine with other activities
- School groups Book: Walk-in OKPeak Season Prices (April-May, October-November)
Price Increase: +10-20% from base price
Availability: Limited (book early)
Minimum Stay: Sometimes required
Cancellation: Stricter policies Example:
- Boat fishing: ¥10,000 → ¥12,000
- Sushi making: ¥12,000 → ¥14,400
- Market tour: ¥5,000 → ¥6,000 Tips:
- Book 3-4 weeks ahead
- Weekday visits (slightly cheaper)
- Avoid Golden Week (late April-early May)
- Consider shoulder seasonOff-Season Prices (December-February, June-September)
Price Decrease: -10-30% from base price
Availability: Good (flexible booking)
Discounts: Often available
Cancellation: More flexible Example:
- Boat fishing: ¥10,000 → ¥7,000-9,000
- Sushi making: ¥12,000 → ¥8,400-10,800
- Market tour: ¥5,000 → ¥3,500-4,500 Tips:
- Negotiate directly
- Last-minute bookings OK
- Weekday visits (best deals)
- Combine activities (package deals)Holiday Pricing
Golden Week (Late April-Early May):
- Price: +30-50%
- Availability: Very limited
- Booking: 2-3 months ahead
- Avoid if possible Obon (Mid-August):
- Price: +20-30%
- Availability: Limited
- Booking: 1-2 months ahead
- Very crowded New Year (January 1-3):
- Price: +20-40%
- Availability: Very limited
- Booking: 2-3 months ahead
- Cultural experience (worth it) National Holidays:
- Price: +10-20%
- Availability: Limited
- Booking: 2-4 weeks ahead
- Weekend + holiday = crowdedSolo Traveler
Best Options:
1. Join Group Tours - Cost: Standard per-person rate - Social: Meet other travelers - Availability: Regular departures 2. Self-Guided Activities - Cost: ¥1,000-3,000 - Flexibility: Complete freedom - Best: Shore fishing, market visits Avoid:
- Private charters (expensive for one)
- Premium experiences (better value in groups) Budget: ¥5,000-10,000 per dayCouple (2 People)
Best Options:
1. Shared Group Tours - Cost: Standard per-person rate - Experience: Romantic, shared - Best: Boat fishing, sushi making 2. Semi-Private Tours - Cost: Slightly higher than group - Experience: More personalized - Best: Market tours, shore fishing Good Value:
- Weekday bookings
- Off-season visits
- Package deals (2+ activities) Budget: ¥15,000-25,000 per day (total)Family (4 People: 2 Adults + 2 Children)
Best Options:
1. Family Packages - Cost: ¥20,000-35,000 (family rate) - Includes: All equipment, instruction - Best: Shore fishing, net mending 2. Private Boat (Split Cost) - Cost: ¥40,000 ÷ 4 = ¥10,000/person - Experience: Private, flexible - Best: Full-day experience Children Discounts:
- Under 6: Often free
- 6-12: 30-50% discount
- 12+: Adult price Budget: ¥25,000-45,000 per day (total)Group (6+ People)
Best Options:
1. Private Charter - Cost: ¥50,000-80,000 ÷ 6-8 people - Per person: ¥8,000-12,000 - Best: Full-day boat fishing 2. Group Package Deals - Cost: Negotiated rate - Discount: 10-20% off standard - Best: Multiple activities Group Discounts:
- 6-9 people: 10% discount
- 10-19 people: 15% discount
- 20+ people: 20% discount Budget: ¥50,000-100,000 per day (total)Transportation Costs
From Tokyo to Miura:
- Train: ¥1,640 (round trip)
- Bus: ¥1,200-2,400 (round trip)
- Car rental: ¥8,000-15,000/day + gas + parking
- Taxi: ¥20,000+ (one way, not recommended) Local Transportation:
- Bus: ¥380 per ride
- Taxi: ¥2,000-5,000 per trip
- Rental bicycle: ¥1,000-2,000/day Budget: ¥2,000-5,000 per person per dayEquipment Costs
Provided (Included):
- Fishing rods
- Tackle and bait
- Safety equipment
- Buckets/coolers Bring Yourself (Save Money):
- Sunscreen: ¥500-1,500
- Sun hat: ¥1,000-3,000
- Sunglasses: ¥2,000-10,000
- Rain jacket: ¥3,000-10,000
- Motion sickness medicine: ¥500-1,000 Rent On-Site:
- Additional equipment: ¥500-2,000
- Cooler box: ¥500-1,000
- Waterproof bag: ¥500-1,000 Budget: ¥0-5,000 (depending on what you bring)Food & Drink Costs
Included in Experience:
- Some tours include meals
- Fresh catch to take home
- Snacks and drinks (some) Not Included:
- Lunch (if not specified): ¥1,000-3,000
- Dinner: ¥2,000-5,000
- Drinks: ¥300-1,000
- Souvenirs: ¥1,000-10,000 Budget: ¥3,000-10,000 per dayAccommodation Costs
Budget Options:
- Guesthouse: ¥3,000-6,000/night
- Business hotel: ¥6,000-10,000/night
- Minshuku (family inn): ¥8,000-12,000/night (with meals) Mid-Range Options:
- Hotel: ¥10,000-20,000/night
- Ryokan: ¥15,000-30,000/night (with meals) Luxury Options:
- Resort hotel: ¥25,000-50,000/night
- Premium ryokan: ¥40,000-80,000/night Budget: ¥6,000-30,000 per nightBudget Day (¥10,000)
Morning:
- Self-guided shore fishing: ¥2,000 (equipment rental)
- Convenience store lunch: ¥500 Afternoon:
- Net mending experience: ¥3,000
- Local cafe: ¥500 Evening:
- Cook your catch: ¥1,000 (ingredients)
- Local beer: ¥500 Transportation:
- Train from Tokyo: ¥1,640
- Local bus: ¥760 Total: ¥9,900 Tips:
- Bring own equipment (save ¥2,000)
- Pack lunch (save ¥500)
- Stay with friends/family (save accommodation)Mid-Range Day (¥25,000)
Morning:
- Shared boat fishing: ¥10,000
- Breakfast included Afternoon:
- Market tour: ¥5,000
- Seafood lunch: ¥3,000 Evening:
- Sushi dinner (your catch): ¥5,000
- Drinks: ¥1,000 Transportation:
- Train from Tokyo: ¥1,640
- Local taxi: ¥2,000 Total: ¥27,640 Tips:
- Book package deal (save ¥3,000-5,000)
- Weekday visit (save 10%)
- Share taxi (save ¥1,000)Premium Day (¥50,000+)
Morning:
- Private boat charter (4 people): ¥50,000 ÷ 4 = ¥12,500/person
- Breakfast on boat: Included Afternoon:
- Premium sushi class: ¥18,000
- Sake pairing: ¥3,000 Evening:
- Kaiseki dinner: ¥15,000
- Premium sake: ¥5,000 Transportation:
- Private transfer from Tokyo: ¥25,000 ÷ 4 = ¥6,250/person
- Local transport: ¥1,000 Accommodation:
- Ryokan with dinner/breakfast: ¥25,000 Total per person: ¥85,750 Tips:
- Split private charter (better value)
- Book ryokan package (includes activities)
- Off-season visit (save 20-30%)Booking Strategies
1. Book Directly - Avoid third-party fees (10-20%) - Call or email providers directly - Sometimes get better deals 2. Weekday Visits - 10-20% cheaper than weekends - Less crowded - More flexible scheduling 3. Off-Season Visits - 20-30% discounts common - Better availability - Negotiate directly 4. Package Deals - Combine 2+ activities - 10-15% discount typical - Ask providers directly 5. Group Bookings - 6+ people: Ask for group rate - 10+ people: Negotiate custom package - 20+ people: Significant discounts possiblePayment Tips
Cash is King:
- Most providers: Cash only
- Bring enough yen (¥10,000-20,000)
- ATMs at convenience stores Credit Cards:
- Some larger providers accept
- Online booking: Usually accept
- Inform bank (international use) IC Cards (Suica/Pasmo):
- Transportation: Yes
- Activities: Rarely
- Convenience stores: Yes Currency Exchange:
- Exchange before arrival (better rates)
- Airport: Convenient, okay rates
- Banks: Better rates, limited hours
- 7-Eleven ATMs: Good rates, 24/7Free & Low-Cost Alternatives
Free Activities:
- Watch fishermen at port (early morning)
- Visit fish market (exterior, free)
- Coastal walks (scenic, free)
- Beach combing (free, sometimes find shells) Low-Cost Activities:
- Self-guided shore fishing: ¥1,000-2,000
- Fishery museum: ¥500-1,000
- Net mending: ¥2,000-3,500
- Local temple visits: ¥300-500 Budget-Friendly Food:
- Convenience stores: ¥300-800 per meal
- Local ramen shops: ¥800-1,200
- Fish market stalls: ¥500-1,500
- Cook your catch: ¥1,000-2,000 (ingredients)Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the cheapest fishing experience?
A: Self-guided shore fishing (¥1,000-2,000 equipment rental) or net mending (¥2,000-3,500).
Q: Is boat fishing worth the extra cost?
A: Yes, for authentic experience and better catch. Best value: shared group tours (¥8,000-12,000).
Q: Can I negotiate prices?
A: Off-season, yes (10-20% possible). Peak season, rarely. Group bookings, always ask.
Q: Are children charged full price?
A: Usually discounted. Under 6: Often free. 6-12: 30-50% off. 12+: Adult price.
Q: What's included in the price?
A: Varies by provider. Always confirm: equipment, bait, instruction, catch handling, meals.
Last Updated: March 4, 2026 Written by: Anaba OffJapan Editorial Team Verified: All prices confirmed February-March 2026
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Miura Fishing Costs The waters surrounding the Miura Peninsula provide some of Japan's finest seafood. From traditional preparations to innovative cuisine, the fish of Kanagawa represent the best of coastal Japanese dining.
⏰ Best Time to Visit
Early morning (8-10 AM): Peaceful atmosphere, fewer crowds, perfect for photos Late afternoon (4-6 PM): beautiful lighting, local life, less crowded than midday
What I Recommend
- Don't rush: Take your time to explore the side streets and hidden spots
- Talk to locals: They often know the best hidden gems that aren't in guidebooks
- Try the local specialties: Each area has its own unique food and souvenirs
Things to Watch Out For
- Some shops close on weekdays or have irregular hours
- Parking can be challenging during peak seasons
- Cash is still king at many smaller establishments
Miura Peninsula
| Restaurant | Type | Official Website | Hours | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misaki Port Tuna Restaurants | Seafood | 🔗 Official Website | 10:00-18:00 | ¥1,500-5,000 |
Misaki Port Tuna Restaurants
- 🏷️ Type: Seafood
- 🌐 Official Website: https://www.city.miura.kanagawa.jp/suisan/
- 📞 Phone: Various
- ⏰ Hours: 10:00-18:00
- 💰 Price: ¥1,500-5,000
- 📍 Area: Misaki Port
- 📅 Reservation: Book a Table (recommended for weekends)
Best Times to Visit
- Lunch: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (busiest, make reservations)
- Cafe: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (relaxed atmosphere)
- Dinner: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (popular spots fill up quickly)
Payment Methods
- Credit Cards: Widely accepted at major restaurants
- Cash: Still preferred at smaller establishments and ramen shops
- IC Cards (Suica/Pasmo): Accepted at chain restaurants and cafes
Dietary Requirements
- Vegetarian options: Limited but available at larger restaurants
- Halal: Very limited, check in advance
- Allergies: Most restaurants can accommodate with advance notice
Useful Apps
- Tabelog: Japan's largest restaurant review site (English available)
- Google Maps: Check reviews and hours
- Omakase: Restaurant reservations
Conclusion
miura fishing costs offers a unique window into the diverse attractions of Kanagawa Prefecture. Whether you're drawn by history, nature, cuisine, or culture, this destination promises an authentic Japanese experience that will stay with you long after you've returned home.








