Hitachi Fish Market and Farm Shop

Northern Ibaraki

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Hitachi Fish Market sells fresh seafood caught at the neighboring Kuji Fishing Port. Spring is synonymous with yellowtail, tuna in autumn, and anglerfish and crab during the winter months.
In addition to selling fish, the market offers seafood cooking lessons.
On the market's second floor is where Hamazen Seafood Restaurant is located. Visitors will find a range of seasonal dishes featuring local fish from the market.

Information

Address: 5779-24 Minatocho , Hitachi City
Access: By public transport: From Omika Station, board a Hitachi Dentetsu Bus bound for Kuji Community Center and get off at Kuji Community Center. The bus takes around 10 minutes.
Website: https://hitachi-osakana-center.com/
Contact: TEL: 0294-54-0833
Parking: 300 parking spots

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