Toba Marché — Local services in Toba

You can buy the fish and ask them to cut it as sashimi for a 100 yen fee. Just take it to cashier and said ‘Sashimi please’ and they will understand. Chopsticks and soy sauce were provided here. Then, take it to the fishmongers and wait for it. I asked the fishmongers for help selecting the fish using google translate. They were more than willing to help me out.

There are many table outside for you to sit down with superb ocean view. Ise otoro is the best tuna I’d ever have. Plus the price is incredible. This peace costs only 1,600 yen!!!

I went there on weekday around 10 am. The place was a little busy. Locals, small restaurants (I guessed from the amount they buying) came to shop here. No...

Waiting time: 0min at lunch First dish: 3 min

The Utase Ebi Karaage and Deep-Fried Tuna Stomach were absolutely tremendous. The tuna stomach was a completely new experience for me—its nice chewy texture paired with deep, savory flavors made it truly unforgettable. As for the Utase Ebi, it’s not just any shrimp dish; these small shrimps are caught using the traditional Utase-ami dragnet fishing method in Mie Prefecture. Known as Utase-ebi, they include varieties such as Southern rough shrimp and greasyback shrimp, giving the karaage a uniquely rich, delicate flavor.

Both dishes are standout items, and I’d highly recommend trying them. Must-try...

Farmers Market with local produce and seafood on sale. There's a buffet restaurant that's supposed to be good too. I didn't get a chance to try it as there was a long queue at lunch time. The restaurant has a side stall/window next to it's main entrance that sells Mie udon and a few other specialities for take away. I bought some Mie udon here and brought it outside to enjoy on the benches next to the...