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Osatsu

Osatsu

相差町

Mie · Kansai

A fishing hamlet on the Shima Peninsula with the highest concentration of active ama divers in Japan — visitors can eat fresh-caught seafood at working ama huts.

Why it's hidden

A living ama-diving village, not a staged tourist show.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.4· 141 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free to visit the village; Ishigami-san (Shinmei Shrine) worship is free and the Osatsu Ama Culture Museum is free entry. The ama-hut (海女小屋) meal experience is a paid, reservation-only activity.
Nearest station
Matsuo Station
Website
osatsu.org

Today

11:30–14:30Free

Stored weekly hours

Daily 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Tags

ama diversvillagefood

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