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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Go beyond sightseeing as you meet local people and discover how Kii-Katsuura has evolved from a town once thriving through tuna fishing and tourism, and what future it is creating. End your journey with a picnic-style lunch featuring local specialties.
HIGHLIHTS
- Discover how Kii-Katsuura has evolved from a town once thriving through tuna fishing and tourism—and the future its people are creating today.
- Go beyond the guidebooks with stories and insights shared by Stella, a bilingual guide deeply connected to the local community.
- Meet and connect with the people who have long supported Kii-Katsuura, as well as those creating its next chapter.
- End your journey with a picnic-style lunch featuring fresh tuna and other local specialties.
- Leave with a deeper connection to Kii-Katsuura—one that stays with you long after your trip.
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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① Meet at the Tourist Pier Begin your journey by discovering why Kii-Katsuura is far more than a quiet port town. ② Walk Through the Streets Where Past and Present Meet Walk through areas that once flourished with the tuna industry and tourism, and discover traces of Kii-Katsuura’s vibrant past through old photos, local stories, and everyday life.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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③ Relax at a Local Footbath and Discover Kii-Katsuura’s Turning Point After seeing the town’s former prosperity, take a moment to reflect on a question many visitors ask: “Why did this town change?” Discover the reasons behind Kii-Katsuura’s transformation and the turning point in its story.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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④ Meet the People Behind the Town Visit long-established local businesses and newer shops, and connect with the people who have supported Kii-Katsuura for generations as well as those creating its next chapter.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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⑤ Picnic Lunch with Local Flavours End your journey with a picnic-style lunch featuring fresh tuna and other local specialties. Relax and enjoy meaningful conversations with Stella about Kii-Katsuura, Japanese culture, and the values behind everyday life in Japan.
30 minutes • 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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