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Gomi no Ichi
A fish market where you can enjoy fresh oysters and seafood delivered directly from Hinase Port.
Gomi no Ichi is a fish market run by the Hinase Fisheries Cooperative in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. It sells fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, landed by local fishermen, directly to customers. You'll find a wide selection of fresh seafood, including sea bream, flounder, and shellfish. It's popular not only with locals for everyday shopping, but also with tourists.
The market's star attraction is oysters. From April to July, rock oysters are the main offering, and from November, Pacific oysters take center stage. After purchase, the rock oysters can be shucked on the spot so you can enjoy their fresh flavor right away. Pacific oysters can be brought to the adjacent barbecue facility, Umi no Eki Shioji, and grilled there. Hinase oysters are known for their exceptional quality and were even crowned the first champion of the National Oyster-1 Grand Prix. They are prized for their rich umami and sweetness, and for staying plump even after cooking. The local specialty Kaki Fry Soft, a bold treat featuring fried oysters stuck into soft-serve ice cream, is also popular.
The market is spacious and filled with lively energy. Nearby attractions such as Hinase Natural Hot Spring Hoshinoyu also make it easy to stop by while sightseeing in Okayama.
Highlights
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A fish market directly operated by a fisheries cooperative in Hinase, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture.
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Offers seasonal seafood such as rock oysters in spring and summer, and Pacific oysters in fall and winter.
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The oysters are known for their rich umami and sweetness, and they do not shrink easily even when cooked.
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The inventive sweet treat Kaki Fry Soft is also popular.
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There is an adjoining barbecue facility where you can enjoy the seafood you purchase on the spot.
Photos
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Hinase oysters, raised in rich waters, are packed with minerals. *Photo is for illustrative purposes.
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Freshly harvested Hinase oysters lined up for sale
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Creamy oysters filled with rich flavor. *Photo is for illustrative purposes.
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Oysters nurtured in the Seto Inland Sea during harvesting
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Inside the lively market, bustling with local fishermen and shoppers
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Seafood you buy can be grilled over charcoal at Umi no Eki Shioji
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can I make a reservation?
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No, reservations are not available.
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
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Hinase Natural Hot Spring Hoshinoyu is about an 8-minute walk away, and Minato no Mieru Oka Park is about 7 minutes away by car.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 五味の市
- Postal Code
- 701-3204
- Address
- 801-8 Hinase, Hinase-cho, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture
- Phone
- 0869-72-3655
- Hours
- 8:00am–4:00pm
- Closed on
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays from May to October, Wednesdays from November to April *If a holiday falls on that day, closed the following day.
- Price Range
- from 1,200 yen
- Access
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1) Approx. 10 minutes on foot from Hinase Station on the JR Ako Line
2) Approx. 20 minutes by car from Ako IC on the Sanyo Expressway, or Approx. 7 minutes by car from Bizen-Hinase IC on the Okayama Blue Line - Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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