Why You Should Visit
A fisherman's market starring the local fishermen of Komagabayashi, Kobe. Buy fresh fish directly from the people who caught them, enjoy fish dishes made by fishermen and local restaurants, and listen to live brass band music. A ticket is required for the fresh fish sales area. Held rain or shine (canceled in severe weather).
Essentials
- location
- Around Komagabayashi Fish Market (3-1 Komagabayashi-cho, Nagata-ku, Kobe)
- period
- April 19, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 11:00〜14:00
- cost
- Free admission (ticket required for fresh fish purchase)
- access
- 5 min walk from Komagabayashi Station (Subway Kaigan Line) / 5 min walk from Komagabayashi-cho Higashi bus stop (City Bus 10/17)
- NOTE
- 【Fresh Fish Tickets】
A ticket is required to enter the fresh fish sales area.
・9:30–10:50: Available at Agro Garden Kobe Komagabayashi store & Agro Garden Plaza
・From 11:00: Available at the venue
※Fresh fish sales end when sold out
【Parking】
No parking at the venue. Please use public transportation.
Agro Garden Kobe Komagabayashi (1 hour free after entry) is available for drivers.
【Vendors】
Fresh Fish: Iwamatsu Suisan, Komahama Gyoshigumi (fish lottery available)
Food: Jiriike Suisan (seafood ramen), Miyazaki Suisan (seafood fry), Kobe City Fisheries Cooperative (shirasu don), Kirakugyosho Shimamoto, IL NESSO, Kuwahara Keiran (dashi maki tamago), Komagabayashi Neighborhood Women's Association (cotton candy & coffee)
Drinks: Komagabayashi Ura Suisan Kenkyukai
【Contact】
Kobe City Inquiry Center: 0570-083-330 / 078-333-3330 (Open year-round, 8:00–21:00)
Instagram: @komahamaryoshigumi
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get a ticket for the fresh fish sales?
Is there parking available?
Will it be held in rainy weather?
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