Stella Locals

Tour/Activity

5.00

Stella Locals

Tuna market auction

Friendly guide

Tuna market auction

Katsuura port at sunrise

Fish market

Community interaction

Local fruits

Katsuura port

Description

Exclusive Private Tours in Nachi-Katsuura

Deep dive the historic, scenic, and easygoing sea village of Katsuura with a knowledgeable and passionate local guide! Katsuura and its morning market are home to much of the most delicious tuna in all of Japan. Learn about its hardworking and dedicated people, understand the importance of a coastal village, and sample its tasty delicacies caught fresh from the sea. Stella Locals offers private guided tours that go beyond sightseeing, bringing you closer to the heart of Nachi-Katsuura—its history, culture, and people. We believe travel should be more than just passing through. It’s about meaningful connections, discovering hidden stories, and experiencing a place in a way that supports the local community. Sustainability is part of our journey. We support eco-friendly initiatives and small local businesses, helping to keep Nachi-Katsuura a thriving community for those who call it home. And we believe that by doing so, this town will remain a truly special place for visitors as well.

Keyword: 【Local Guides】

Full Name	Stella Locals ステラローカルズ
Area	Central Katsuura
Type	Experience, Local Guides

Rating & Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Date: Nov/2026

Canada (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: A Taste of Katsuura with Locals

Standout experience in Katsuura

Our time with Stella getting to know Katsuura, some of its history, and the vendors around town was the highlight of our trip to Japan! You can expect someone knowledgeable about the city and what it has to offer, but who can tailor the experience to what you’re looking for—customizing and enjoying our meal together felt like a meet up with an old friend. Highly recommended!

Date: Oct/2026

Australia (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: A Taste of Katsuura with Locals

Great tour!

My Friend and I booked a day with a local tour and we could not be happier with our tour. Stella's knowledge of the area and its history was 2nd to none. She took us to local stores where we got to meet the locals which was lots of fun and gave us an appreciation of the area. Most impressive to us was Stella's passion and love for the city and her desire to bring back its prosperity. I 100% recommend this tour!

Date: Oct/2026

United States (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: A Taste of Katsuura with Locals

A private tour with Stella that made the town feel like home

Stella put together a private tour for me in Katsuura that was one of the highlights of my trip through Japan. She’s warm, personable, and clearly passionate about the town she now calls home. She built the day around what I’d enjoy rather than running a standard script, and it was a wonderful way to meet and talk with locals instead of just looking at things from the outside. The tuna was incredible. Katsuura is the only place I know of that sells tuna this way, and tasting it where it’s landed was something I won’t forget. The sushi was excellent too. We finished with a picnic, which was a relaxed, memorable way to end the day. What really stood out was the history of the small town. Stella brought it to life with stories I never would have found on my own, and I was captivated the whole time. If you want to connect with local people and learn about the real Kumano region, I highly recommend booking Stella. Thank you for a great experience!

Date: Apr/2026

United States (Female, age 60-69)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: Tuna Auction Market Guided Tour

Tuna auction

This tour is is must. Stella is so knowledgeable, we learned so much about tuna fishing and the whole process from her. I would highly recommend this tour when you are in Kii Katsura.

Date: Mar/2026

Luxembourg (Male, age 60-69)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: Tuna Auction Market Guided Tour

Interesting insights on Tuna trade

Thank you Stella for this interesting excursion

Date: Mar/2026

Luxembourg (Male, age 60-69)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: Savoring Katsuura: A Walking Journey Through Time

Highlight of my stay

Sampling local food and meeting local business paired with the expertise of Stella Locals was a highlight of my trip to the Kulano Kodo area

Date: Nov/2025

United States (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: Tuna Auction Market Guided Tour

Wonderful Tour of the Nachikatsuura Tuna Auction

We had a wonderful Friday morning tour of the tuna auction with Stella. She was friendly and informative and we learned a lot about the culture and science of tuna fishing. I highly recommend!

Date: Oct/2025

United States (Female, age 50-59)

Overall:

5.00

Plan: Tuna Auction Market Guided Tour

Interesting and Fun!

Chizuko (Stella) is a wonderful liaison for learning about sustainable tuna harvesting and distribution. Our tour was informative and enjoyable. Wish we had more time to enjoy her cooking tour too. Don't miss this wonderful experience if you are in the area.