International fishing charter guided in English, providing tourists with a catch-and-cook experience on Awaji Island, JAPAN. All fishing tackle is provided, guests can join the trip without bringing anything. The location is easily accessible from Kobe.

Fishing Charter

23ft. bay boat accommodates up to 3 passengers.

Sushi Lunch

Make some Sushi with what we caught on the trip.

Lodge

Your Fishing Guide

Captain Daiki Tonda, fluent in both Japanese and English, has lived in Toronto for several years. In his twenties, he traveled worldwide as a professional musician. Later, He taught English vocals at a music college, then established his own English pronunciation school which now accommodates 1,000 students and has thrived for over a decade.

In 2020, after obtaining a boat license, he found himself drawn to boat and kayak fishing around Awaji Island. Then, in 2023, after acquiring his own 23 ft. fishing boat, he commenced guiding guests on fishing trips.

On his boat, you can fish for a variety of species available each season and enjoy seasonal fish dishes.

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Private Fishing Charter and Sushi Lunch in AWAJI ISLAND, JAPAN. Captain's personal account here @dog_angler
  • Early March trip. Ran into a school of red snapper. #fishingjapan #redsnapper #sabiki
  • Black Croaker Fishing #fishingjapan #deepfishing
  • On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
  • #docking
  • #Ikejime
  • On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
  • On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
  • On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
  • Tachiuo the belt fish fishing with my lovely dog Nana. #sushi #beltfish #labrador #fishingcharterjapan
Early March trip. Ran into a school of red snapper. #fishingjapan #redsnapper #sabiki
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Black Croaker Fishing #fishingjapan #deepfishing
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On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
On our midwinter trip, the water temp is 8℃. Still some fish are available. Black croaker and Mebaru. #fishingjapan #awajishima #awajiisland #croakerfish
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#docking
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#Ikejime
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On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
On our late Jan trip in Osaka bay. Black mouth croaker. #osakabay #fishingjapan
2 months ago
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On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
On our new year trip, got some red snapper and yellowtail. #fishingjapan
3 months ago
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On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
On our early Dec trip with our Canadian guest. Good conditions but tough situations. Struggled much to get those two fish only today. But enjoyed making sushi out of our catch. #fishingjapan #tilefish #robinfish
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Tachiuo the belt fish fishing with my lovely dog Nana. #sushi #beltfish #labrador #fishingcharterjapan
Tachiuo the belt fish fishing with my lovely dog Nana. #sushi #beltfish #labrador #fishingcharterjapan
Tachiuo the belt fish fishing with my lovely dog Nana. #sushi #beltfish #labrador #fishingcharterjapan
Tachiuo the belt fish fishing with my lovely dog Nana. #sushi #beltfish #labrador #fishingcharterjapan
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For Tourists to

Plan Your Trip

Stay in Kobe (Recommended)

If you are a foreign tourist without a car, this would be your best choice.

Upon booking – You should book both a main and an alternative day for your fishing trip, as fishing is weather-dependent. Stay in Kobe (Sannomiya area) during this period. The captain will confirm your departure 3 days in advance or, if the weather does not permit, suggest an alternative date. If all days are canceled due to rough conditions, you can still enjoy sightseeing in Kobe.

Access to the port – Take an express bus from Mint Kobe Bus Terminal (departing at 6:25 AM) to Sumoto Bus Center (arriving at 7:42 AM). The captain will pick you up at Sumoto Bus Center.

Lunch(Option) – If you catch enough fish for lunch, the captain will cook them and provide lunch for everyone at the lodge. Afterward, you can take an express bus (a minute’s walk from our lodge) back to Kobe (Sannomiya Bus Terminal), departing at 2:41 PM.

Stay at the lodge on Awaji island

If you drive, staying at our lodge would be a great choice, as you can enjoy various locations on Awaji Island besides your fishing trip. But there’s no stores within walking distance only except a cafe.

Upon booking – Book your fishing trip, and you can self-check-in to the lodge starting the day before (after 4 PM). You will receive the password for the key box once your departure is confirmed. If your fishing trip is canceled due to bad weather, you can still enjoy various locations on Awaji Island.

Access to the port – The lodge is a 30-minute drive from Takenokuchi Port, where we depart. Please arrive at the parking lot by 8:00 AM

Lunch(Option) – If you catch enough fish for lunch, the captain will cook them and provide lunch for everyone at our lodge.

Stay at other hotels on Awaji Island

If you are staying within Awaji-shi or Sumoto-shi, the captain can provide pickup and drop-off at your hotel for an additional 11,000 yen.

Directly come to the port

If you are able to come directly to Takenokuchi port, we will meet at 8:00 AM at the parking lot.

Fishing

Tour Details

The following schedule can be flexible depending on the season and guests.

Departure8:00 AM
Back to the port1:00 PM
Lunch (option)1:30 PM

Fishing Boat

23ft. Bay Boat with Yamaha 60hp Outboard

・Accommodates up to 3 passengers.
All fishing tackle(rod, reel, lures and rigs) is provided.
・Cooler box with ice is on the boat.
・Fishing lecture for beginners is provided.
No marine toilet installed on the boat.
・Taking seasickness pills recommended.
・Wear an extra layer of clothing as you might feel colder offshore.

Rental Tackle

Tackle for bottom fishing

・Rods (6~7ft)
・Bait Reels (16lb~30lb)
・Rubber jigs (80g~100g)
・Metal jigs (80g~200g)
・Sabiki rigs
・Weight (120g~)

Fishing spots

All spots are within 20 minutes

A: Sumoto area (5 min)
B: Yura area (15 min)
C: Kada area (20 min)

Lunch (option)

Sushi Lunch

After fishing, the captain can provide a sushi lunch at the lodge, using our catch. (No catch, no lunch)

・Sashimi
・Nigiri
・Rolls
・Tempra
・Sake steamed fish
・Other local dishes

Services1 gutst2 guests3 guests
Charter (5h)55,000JPY66,000JPY77,000JPY
Lunch11,000JPY11,000JPY22,000JPY
Lodging22,000JPY33,000JPY44,000JPY
Pickup/Drop-off*11,000JPY11,000JPY11,000JPY
*Pickup/Drop-off service is available within Kobe, Awaji, Sumoto areas

Takenokuchi Fishing Port

Takenokuchi, Sumoto, Hyogo, 656-0011, JAPAN

Bus: 75 min from Mint Kobe Bus Terminal
Car: 60 min from Sannomiya Kobe

Dr. D Private Lodge

46-38 Osaki, Awaji, Hyogo, 656-1501, JAPAN

Bus: 60 min from Sannomiya Kobe
Car: 40 min from Sannomiya Kobe

Kobe → Sumoto

Mint KobeSumoto Bus Center
6:25 AM7:42 AM
6:50 AM8:07 AM
7:05 AM8:22 AM
7:15 AM8:32 AM

🔗Time table

Notice: No departures in winds over 6 m/s, high swell or rain. The captain will message you to confirm your departure 3 days in advance. In case of bad conditions, an alternative day will be suggested.

From April to June

  • Available on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
  • Fishing Hours: 8:00AM to 1:00PM (Flex)
  • Charter(5h): 55,000JPY (+11,000 per person)
  • Main targets: Red snapper(Sabiki), Yellowtail(Jigging)

Message to the captain

Please mention the following upon your booking.
1.) Name
2.) Country
3.) Number of Guests
4.) Booking date(s)

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