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Numazu Fish Market INO is a specialized seafood complex located within Numazu Port in Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. Opened in 2007, the facility is designed not just as a functional market, but as a destination where tourists can feel closer to the bounty of the sea through its observation decks, viewing walkways, and diverse dining options. The facility serves as a major hub for distributing fresh seafood such as bonito, mackerel, and horse mackerel from the Izu coast and Suruga Bay to all of Japan. The greatest charm of this location is the ability to witness the high-energy atmosphere of the market while enjoying dishes prepared with ingredients caught that very morning.
Numazu Port has long been a thriving center for the fishing industry. To preserve this heritage while making the rich marine culture of Japan more accessible to the public, Numazu Fish Market INO was established in 2007. The facility seamlessly blends the practical functions of a wholesale market—such as fish sorting and unloading—with leisure and tourism. A key feature is the way the traditional Japanese "Seri" (fish auction) culture is presented; the design allows visitors to observe the fast-paced auctioning process safely and closely from a hygienic, elevated vantage point.
The highlight of the facility is the 2nd-floor viewing walkway and observation deck. From this elevated position, you can watch the energetic auction taking place on the 1st floor while remaining in a clean, controlled environment. Additionally, the complex features numerous restaurants centered on the theme of