Nakaminato Fish Market

Hitachinaka City

Central Ibaraki

Shopping Spots

Popular among locals and visitors alike, this fish market is known for its affordable prices and restaurants serving up local seafood. Take in the market scenes before sitting down at one of the market’s restaurants. Dining options include conveyor-belt sushi, sashimi, sea urchin, and seafood rice bowls. Many restaurants can also be reserved for group bookings.
The fish market is accessible by a short drive or a 15-minute walk from Aqua World Oarai aquarium. It is also a short train ride from Hitachi Seaside Park, making it an ideal sightseeing spot in central Ibaraki.

Information

Address: 19-8 Minatohoncho, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki
Access: By public transport: 10-minute walk from Nakaminato Station on the Hitachinaka Seaside Railway
By car: 10-minute drive from the Hitachinaka IC on the Kita-Kanto Higashi-Mito Expressway
Business Hours: Opening times vary for each market stall and restaurant.
Closed: Holidays vary for each market stall and restaurant. However, the market is partially open at all times.
Website: http://www.nakaminato-osakanaichiba.jp/
Contact: 029-263-6779

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