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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Step into the everyday life of Katsuura—a small port town known not for sightseeing spots, but for its people, flavours, and stories.
In this experience, your bilingual guide Stella, deeply connected to the community, will show you the town not as a tourist spot, but as a place of daily life. Stroll scenic seaside streets, visit shops locals use, meet the warm-hearted people behind them, and taste flavours rooted in local living.
Along the way, Stella shares the story of Katsuura’s transformation—from its golden age of tuna fishing and tourism to today’s quiet revival—woven into the townscape.
After the walk, enjoy a locally sourced lunch with fresh tuna and conversation with your guide. Through these exchanges, you’ll gain deeper insight into Japanese society and culture.
This isn’t a tour that just shows you sights—it’s a journey of real encounters, cultural understanding, and connection with the community. All in a way that supports the town sustainably and leaves lasting memories.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
5 minutes on foot from JR Kii-Katsuura Station.Your guide wearing a Stella Locals logo shirt will be waiting for you at the meeting point.
Tour ends according to your preference: If you choose the picnic option, we’ll finish at a scenic spot to enjoy your meal. If you prefer to take your lunch to go, the tour ends in fron of JR Kii-Katsuura Station.
Itinerary
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Explore the heart of Katsuura with a local guide. Stroll past the fishing port and “Glass Float Street,” soak your feet at a seaside footbath, and shop like a local in the town’s arcade. Along the way, connect with shopkeepers and hear stories behind the food and community. Through relaxed conversation with your guide, gain deeper cultural insights into everyday life in Japan.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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