West Kyushu Journeys 西九州の旅
Enjoy a special lunch experience at the famous restaurant Kiraku, featured on Japanese television, where you can compare freshly fried aji fry made from freshly caught and aged horse mackerel.
After enjoying the delicious meal, head out to sea with the restaurant owner aboard a local fishing boat and try traditional single-line fishing for aji in the waters of Matsuura.
Fish, fry, and taste your way through the ultimate aji fry experience!
Participants who complete the experience will receive an official “Aji Fry Master Certificate.”
To finish the day, relax with a cute Japanese sweet inspired by aji fry.
Don’t miss a visit to Imafuku Shrine, home to the playful “God of Aji Fry,” and enjoy the unique charm of Matsuura.
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[Afternoon Cruise] Aji Fishing Experience in Matsuura – Catch Your Own Fish & Enjoy Fresh Aji Fry with Certificate
The Highlight
・Enjoy traditional single-line fishing together with the owner ・Enjoy a special lunch comparing freshly caught and aged aji fry ・Receive an official “Aji Fry Master Certificate” after completing the experience ・Includes a cute Japanese sweet inspired by aji fry—perfect for photos ・Barrier-free accessible experience (wheelchair friendly) ・Up to two wheelchair spaces are available if bringing your own wheelchair ・Restroom available on board (multi-purpose restroom available at the port) ・After the fishing experience, you may change clothes at Kiraku
The Experience
Featured on popular Japanese television programs, Kiraku is one of Matsuura’s most famous restaurants known for its aji fry (fried horse mackerel).
Join the restaurant owner and local chef for a unique experience centered around Matsuura’s beloved aji culture.
Freshly prepared at the restaurant, you will enjoy crispy aji fry along with a special tasting experience comparing freshly caught aji and aji aged for one day—an experience unique to Matsuura.
After enjoying the delicious lunch, head out to sea with the owner aboard a local fishing boat and try traditional single-line fishing for aji in the waters of Matsuura.
Fish, taste, and master the art of aji fry!
Participants who complete the experience will receive an official “Aji Fry Master Certificate.”
To finish the day, relax with a cute Japanese sweet inspired by aji fry.
Before ending your journey, don’t miss a visit to Imafuku Shrine, home to the playful “God of Aji Fry (!?)”.
Enjoy a truly unforgettable day dedicated entirely to Matsuura’s famous aji fry culture.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Language in Printed Materials (Booklet)
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 11:55・Please come directly to Kiraku
- ・Enjoy Kiraku’s famous freshly fried aji fry set meal!
- ・After lunch, it’s time for aji fishing!
- ・Looking for the perfect spot to catch aji
- ・Prepare the bait and enjoy the aji fishing experience
- ・Enjoy the aji fishing experience!
- ・Success! We caught an aji!
- ・Success! We caught an aji!
- ・Relax at Kiraku after fishing and enjoy the end of the experience
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
・For safety reasons, please wear a life jacket at all times while on board. Please follow the staff’s instructions for proper use. Life jackets are provided free of charge ・You may get wet during the fishing experience. Please bring towels and a change of clothes ・After fishing, you may relax at Kiraku until lunchtime ・If the tour is canceled due to operational reasons, a full refund will be provided ・The duration of the boat experience may change depending on weather conditions ・Please note that fishing conditions may vary depending on the weather, and aji may not always be caught ・If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend bringing motion sickness medication. Please prepare it in advance ・We recommend bringing a towel, a change of clothes, and items for sun and heat protection ・Meal contents may change depending on availability and conditions ・Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies
Important Booking Information
・Our staff will be waiting for you at the meeting point ・For safety reasons, please wear a life jacket at all times while on board. Please follow the staff’s instructions for proper use. Life jackets are provided free of charge ・If the tour is canceled due to operational reasons, a full refund will be provided ・The duration of the boat experience may change depending on weather conditions ・Please note that fishing conditions may vary depending on the weather, and aji may not always be caught
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 8 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 1 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 10%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)