Overview
Katsuura is a coastal city in Chiba Prefecture offering a small-town atmosphere away from Tokyo's crowds. It's best known locally for its spicy tantanmen ramen that won first place at the 2015 B-1 Grand Prix food festival, and for its morning market selling freshly-caught fish and regional seafood specialties.
History
Before you go
Drink
Local sake brand Koshigoi is available.
Food
Katsuura tantanmen (spicy ramen) is the signature dish—look for it at local ramen shops.
Market
The morning market (asa ichi) operates near the shore until about 11:00, selling fresh fish and dried seafood.
Shopping
Morning market (asa ichi) near shore sells fresh seafood and regional specialties until about 11:00.