Katsuura 勝浦市, Chiba Prefecture

Katsuura (Japanese: 勝浦市) is a city on the southeastern part of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. It is a coastal city facing the Pacific Ocean, and is famous for the Katsuura Fishing Port. The city covers 94 sq km (36 sq mi) and has a population of 20,000 people (2012 estimate).

Katsuura was founded as a village in 1889. It was given town status the following year. After annexing a number of neighboring towns in 1955, Katsuura was given city status on 1 October, 1958.

Katsuura has one of the top three largest morning markets (asa ichi) in Japan. The market is basically a fish market where various fish and shellfish are on sale from early morning until 11:00 am.

Kumano Shrine in Katsuura, Chiba Prefecture

Planning your trip to Katsuura

Katsuura is served by the Sotobo Line of the East Japan Railway. The train stops at the Katsuura, Ubara, Kazusa-Okitsu and Namegawa Island stations. You can also reach the city by road, taking Japan National Routes 128 or 297.

Shinkeidera Temple in Katsuura, Chiba Prefecture

Places of Interest in Katsuura

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