Tokoname-City Clamming with the Tokoname Fisheries Cooperative
Date: Apr 2,2026(Thu) ～ May 6(Wed)
Total vacation mode with planes flying to and fro during a relaxing dig for clams
Enjoy leisurely digging up clams at a stunning location as you gaze upon the opposite shore with international airport Centrair. The shallow beach makes it perfect for families with small children.
Notes:
• Cancellation may occur depending on conditions surrounding clams. Check local information before heading out.
• Clamming during times other than the event period is prohibited and considered illegal fishing.
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Event info
| Date | Designated days throughout Thu, Apr 2–Mon, Jun 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | See schedule (Japanese) |
| Days closed | See schedule (Japanese) |
| Location | Tarumi Coast, Nishi-Ano Coast, and Koba Coast Note: • Details available on the official site (Japanese). |
| Location | 〒479-0813 1 Shiota-cho, Tokoname-shi, Aichi (Tarumi Coast) 〒479-0815 2 Karasaki-cho, Tokoname-shi, Aichi (Nishi-Ano Coast) 〒479-0819 1 Kariya-cho, Tokoname-shi, Aichi (Koba Coast) Note: The Access Map shows the location of Tarumi Coast. |
| Price | • Littleneck clams: JPY 1,000/bag (maximum of 2 bags/person at JPY 2,000) • Regular clams: JPY, 200/bag (maximum of 1 bag/person) Note: • Prices are subject to change. Check the official site, etc. for the most up-to-date information. |
| Parking | Available |
| Inquiries | 0569-35-2159 (Tokoname Fisheries Cooperative) |
| Notes | • Reservations unavailable. Come to the venue at the times described on the schedule (Japanese). • Buckets, gloves, and other gear unavailable for rent. • No shovels allowed. • Enjoy clamming upon confirmation of tidal schedule. • Event details subject to change depending on ocean conditions and shortneck clam availability. • Oyster harvesting prohibited. |
Note: This page may not be current due to update time differences between site databases.
Should accuracy be critical, please verify this information using a direct source, whenever possible.
DIRECTIONS
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- By public transportation
- Tarumi Coast
Approx. 5-min. walk from Tarumi Bus Stop on the Grüün Community Bus's Tokoname Nambu Line after a change to the bus from Tokoname Station on the Meitetsu Line, reachable from Meitetsu Nagoya Station.
Nishi-Ano Coast
Approx. 5-min. walk from Ano Bus Stop on the Grüün Community Bus's Tokoname Nambu Line after a change to the bus from Tokoname Station on the Meitetsu Line, reachable from Meitetsu Nagoya Station.
Koba Coast
Approx. 5-min. walk from Koba Bus Stop on the Grüün Community Bus's Tokoname Nambu Line after a change to the bus from Tokoname Station on the Meitetsu Line, reachable from Meitetsu Nagoya Station.
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- By car
- Approx. 10–20 min. from Tokoname Interchange on the Chitahanto Road.
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