Katsuura Morning Market — Local services in Katsuura

Open from about 6:00-11:00, but depending on the weather conditions the number of vendors might change. It's a small market, so you will find the standard things such as fruits and vegetables, mochi, tamagoyaki, shaved ice, coffee, tsukemono and grilled fish: not much but each and every one very delicious. About twice a month they have the so-called "Marché" where there's extra stands doing art, and selling chiffon cake for instance. If you try and chat with the locals you'll definitely be greeted with a warm, honest smile that will definitely make your day 😉

The morning market was one of the things that made my stay in Katsuura so memorable. At first glance people seemed to be wary of me, but once I got to talk to them they opened up completely in the blink of an eye! This is THE place to encounter and chat with the locals, and before we knew it we'd already been offered free coffee, horse mackerel and kinako jelly xD I literally went here little every day of my stay in Katsuura, and Spaice Coffee became a must-buy for the early mornings.☕ I definitely recommend coming early for the full experience of local life here. I bought a big bag of pears with spots on them for only 300 yen, and they were de-li-cious! I'd also recommend trying the grilled fish for only 100 yen, and of course the coffee which is definitely Instagram-worthy ;) Along the street where the market or held there are also the standard shops, so I recommend popping in there too for a chat and some...

Katsuura Morning Market offers a charming, traditional atmosphere with a history spanning over 400 years. The market is best known for its local vegetables, dried fish, and specialties like warabimochi, which many visitors praise for its taste. While the market is lively on weekends and holidays, the number of stalls can be limited, especially on weekdays, and some visitors have found the selection smaller than expected. Fresh seafood is available but may sell out early, so arriving before 8 a.m. is recommended. Prices are not particularly cheap, but the quality of local products and the friendly interactions with vendors are highlights. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot for a stroll and sampling local flavors, though it may not meet high expectations for variety...

Great place to visit if you're looking for fun of sightseeing, observing remarkable local craftsmen growing roses in a rocks with moss and alike. For fresh fish and seafood you better come up earlier, literally, before 6:30am, things do run away fast. Veggies and fruits always freshest and taste like real thing if one would compare with supermarket ones. Rice connoisseurs could enjoy real koshi hikari people grew for themselves by themselves and now are selling some excess of it. For late comers there will be always a great food available till lunch time for sure made of fresh seafood and served in authentic, not posh but a...