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Oyster season at Itoshima’s fishing ports

From autumn through spring, oyster huts, or kakigoya, open at fishing ports around the Itoshima Peninsula. Run by local fishers and fishing cooperatives, they offer a simple seasonal pleasure: order your oysters, gather around a charcoal or gas grill, and cook them at your table.

There’s plenty to enjoy alongside the grilled oysters, from sashimi made with the fishers’ catch to squid, oyster rice, and fried oysters. Each hut has its own menu and services. Some offer outdoor seating where pets are welcome, dishes for children, or help with ordering in other languages.

This guide covers 25 huts across five fishing ports in Itoshima City and Karatomari in Fukuoka City’s Nishi Ward. Fukuoka Now has checked directly with each one to confirm opening details, prices, reservations, ordering methods, and what you can bring. Browse by port, menu, or the services that matter to you to find a hut that suits your visit.

Opening days, prices, and menus may change. Check the hut’s latest information before visiting.

Oyster huts by fishing port

The 25 huts in this guide are grouped by port. Use the locations and access details below to choose where to go.
Walking times are approximate and refer to the oyster hut area. If you’re taking a bus, check the return timetable before setting out.

Kishi Fishing Port: 11 huts

Kishi has Itoshima’s largest concentration of oyster huts, with a row of buildings renovated in 2019. There’s plenty of choice, from huts serving their own oyster brands to oyster courses and a wide range of toppings. Some have children’s menus or outdoor seating where pets are welcome, so you can choose according to what you want to eat and who’s coming along.

• Location: Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
• By bus: From the north exit of Chikuzen-Maebaru Station on the JR Chikuhi Line, take the Keya route to Kishi, then walk about 4 minutes.
• By taxi: About 20 minutes from Chikuzen-Maebaru Station.

Huts | Kishi Fishing Port

• Mirukugaki Toyohisa-maru (from Oct 10) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Noburin (from Oct 1) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Ebisu (from Oct 17) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Nisshin-maru (from Oct 24) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Fuji-maru (from Oct 10)
• Nakamiya-maru (mid-Oct, planned)
• Daiei-maru (from Oct 17)
• Tokuei-maru (from Oct 17)
• Daikoku-maru (late Oct, planned)
• Kouei-maru (from Nov 1)
• Kyokusei (from Nov 1)

Funakoshi Fishing Port: 7 huts

The oyster huts at Funakoshi were rebuilt in 2022, and many seat around 200 people. There’s room for a meal with family and friends as well as larger groups. Alongside oysters, menus feature the fishers’ catch as sashimi or ikizukuri, sashimi prepared from live seafood. Rice dishes include sea bream ochazuke, served with tea or broth poured over the rice, and seafood kamameshi, rice cooked in an individual pot. Some huts also make their own custard pudding or seasonal desserts.

• Location: Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
• By bus: From the north exit of Chikuzen-Maebaru Station on the JR Chikuhi Line, take the Funakoshi route to Funakoshi, then walk about 6 minutes.
• By taxi: About 20 minutes from Chikuzen-Maebaru Station.

Huts | Funakoshi Fishing Port

• Kaki House Mokkun (from Oct 10) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Senryu-maru (from Oct 11) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Kaki House Shoei (from Oct 3)
• Maruhachi (from Oct 10)
• Ken-chan Kaki (from Oct 10)
• Horyo-maru (from Oct 3)
• Hattoriya (from Oct 3)

Kafuri Fishing Port: 2 huts

Kafuri is known for wild hamaguri clams as well as oysters. The huts overlook the bay and serve shellfish, sashimi, and kamameshi alongside grilled oysters. Cooked seafood dishes include oyster tempura, fried fish cakes, and wild abalone grilled in the shell. With options such as a 9:00 opening time or seating for guests with small dogs, each hut offers a different way to enjoy a visit.

• Location: Kafuri, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
• By bus: From the north exit of Chikuzen-Maebaru Station on the JR Chikuhi Line, take the Keya route to Kafuri, then walk about 3 minutes.
• By taxi: About 12 minutes from Chikuzen-Maebaru Station.

Huts | Kafuri Fishing Port

• Sumiyoshi-maru (from Oct 10) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Hiro-chan Kaki (from Oct 11)

Fukuyoshi Fishing Port: 3 huts

About a 12-minute walk from JR Fukuyoshi Station, this port is an easy choice for a trip by train. There’s plenty to put on the grill alongside your oysters, including whole octopus prepared that morning, squid, house-dried fish, and live shellfish. Some huts offer weekday extras for JR passengers or specials on particular days. The walk from the station followed by a seaside meal makes for a relaxed day out.

• Location: Fukuyoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
• Access: About a 12-minute walk from Fukuyoshi Station on the JR Chikuhi Line.

Huts | Fukuyoshi Fishing Port

• Kaki no Masuda (Zenko-maru) (from Oct 28) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Shinei-maru (Kaki no Sasaki) (from Oct 31) *Fukuoka Now reader offer
• Hiryu-maru (Kaki no Abe) (from Nov 1)

Fukae Fishing Port: 1 hut

A single oyster hut with a view of the sea.

• Location: Nijo-Masue, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
• Access: About a 17-minute walk from Chikuzen-Fukae Station on the JR Chikuhi Line.

Hut | Fukae Fishing Port

• Kaisen Nikomaru (from Nov 1)

Karatomari: 1 hut

Oysters grown in Karatomari, in Fukuoka City’s Nishi Ward, are served at a hut run directly by the Karatomari branch of the Fukuoka City Fisheries Cooperative. The hut is next to Umizuri Park, not at Karatomari Fishing Port. With space for around 320 people, it serves charcoal-grilled oysters and oyster rice. Direct buses from Hakata and Tenjin make it a convenient option for a seaside outing from the city.

• Location: Kota, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, next to Umizuri Park.
• Direct bus: Take Showa Bus’s West Coast Liner from Hakata or Tenjin to Umizuri-koen-mae. The hut is right by the stop.
• Train and bus: From Kyudai-Gakkentoshi Station on the JR Chikuhi Line, take a Showa Bus on the Nishinoura route to Umizuri-koen-mae.

Hut | Karatomari

• Karatomari Ebisu (from Oct 24)

 

Before you go

Oysters and the grill are usually charged separately. Grill charges may be per person, per grill, or per table. Oysters may be sold by weight or by the portion, and a portion is not necessarily 1 kg. Check each listing for prices and sales units.

Ordering methods vary. Some huts use QR codes; others take orders through LINE. Each listing also covers foreign-language menus and the language support available when ordering.

Check exactly what you can bring. Bringing your favorite drinks or food can be part of the fun, but rules for alcohol, rice dishes, and seasonings differ from hut to hut. Some prohibit outside meat, seafood, or anything intended for the grill. Follow the hut’s rules for disposing of any rubbish from items you bring, too.

Check reservation conditions, especially for weekends. Some huts limit booking times or the number of reservations they accept. Opening days, prices, and menus may change, so check the hut’s website or social media for the latest information before visiting.

Dress in layers and travel light. It gets warm beside the grill, so wear clothes you can adjust easily. Many huts lend protective jackets to keep your clothes clean. Keep bags to a minimum and bring a pack of wet wipes.

Ask the staff for grilling advice if it’s your first visit. An open shell alone does not mean an oyster is ready to eat. Follow the hut’s instructions and cook oysters thoroughly.

About Itoshima’s oysters and oyster huts

How did the oyster huts begin?

Oyster farming began in Itoshima in the late 1980s as a way for fishers to earn income during winter. They began grilling their oysters and serving them outside their premises. During the 2000s, rows of oyster huts became a familiar sight at the fishing ports, establishing a tradition that is now part of autumn and winter in Itoshima.

Different oysters, different huts

The oysters themselves are another reason to try different huts. Some serve their own brands, raised using distinctive cultivation techniques. Look out for the ways each producer grows its oysters and what is available when you visit.

Some huts offer triploid oysters, which have reduced spawning activity and are less prone to losing condition during the summer spawning season. This helps them stay plump at the start of the oyster hut season. Availability may be limited to certain periods or quantities, so check each listing and the hut’s latest updates.

Kishi

Mirukugaki Toyohisa-maru / みるくがき豊久丸

Toyohisa-maru’s specialty is Mirukugaki, its own brand of oysters raised using a distinctive cultivation method. Itoshima salt and locally made soy sauce are chosen to complement the oysters. Beyond the grill, the menu includes extra-large fried oysters, oyster ajillo, and oyster cheese risotto, with tuna steak among the other dishes on offer.

• Season: Oct 10, 2026 to around April 2027
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (last orders 16:00; Fridays 15:00). Closes earlier if sold out.
• Closed: Irregular days, plus Dec 31, 2026 and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 160 people (20 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu and translation apps; English-speaking staff available on some days.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,320 per portion.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥660 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and transit IC cards.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order; English is available.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Seasoned oysters ¥660; extra-large fried oysters (3 pieces) ¥898; Mirukugaki ajillo (oysters in garlic oil, served with baguette) ¥968; tuna steak ¥858; Mirukugaki cheese risotto ¥528; all-you-can-drink options from ¥550.

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Mirukugaki Toyohisa-maru
778-5 Shima-kishi, Itoshima, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-1975-2915
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Noburin / のぶりん

Look for Noburin’s yellow entrance. Its revamped menu includes courses and sashimi, with plenty for groups to share. From April 2027, the hut plans to switch to year-round operation, with a summer oyster hut season following the winter season. Free Wi-Fi and phone chargers are available.

• Season: Oct 1, 2026 to late March 2027, with summer operation from April to August 2027.
• Hours: 9:00–15:00.
• Closed: Fridays, Dec 31, 2026, and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 80 people (20 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English-speaking staff, translation apps, and photo menus in English, Chinese, and Korean.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Charcoal, ¥660 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted online or by phone.
• Payment: Cash and PayPay.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights
Courses ¥2,200–¥9,900; three-kind sashimi platter ¥1,320.

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Noburin
778-5 Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-7383-9558
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Ebisu / えびす

The former Ebisu-maru has a new owner and opens as Kakigoya Ebisu in 2026. Its young manager has reworked the side dishes and portion sizes, with oyster ajillo, oyster fried rice, and seafood rice bowls among the choices. There’s something for oyster lovers and for anyone who would rather try other seafood.

• Season: Oct 17, 2026 to late March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–16:00.
• Closed: Irregular days, Dec 31, 2026 (sales only in the morning), and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 100 people (25 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and an English menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, and other foods are allowed, provided nothing brought from outside is cooked on the grill. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥250 per person.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone; weekend reservations are limited.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, PayPay, transit IC cards, and other options. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights
Set menu ¥1,500 per person; oyster ajillo ¥980; seafood rice bowl ¥980; oyster fried rice ¥550; kuruma prawns ¥1,600; turban shells ¥1,200; fried oysters ¥850.

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Ebisu
778-6 Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-1157-8586
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Fuji-maru / 冨士丸

Fuji-maru gives oysters plenty of room on the menu, with a wide choice of courses and dishes such as cheese fondue, gratin, and pizza. French fries and corn dogs provide options for children, too. This season, limited quantities of triploid oysters will also be available.

• Season: Oct 10, 2026 to the end of March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–16:30 (last orders 16:00).
• Closed: Irregular days, Dec 31, 2026, and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: Around 100 people (20 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu.
• Children’s menu options: French fries and corn dogs.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,200 per kg or ¥600 per 500 g.
• Triploid oysters: ¥1,500 per kg, in limited quantities.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥550 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone. On weekends and public holidays, bookings are for arrival by 11:00 only.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, PayPay, au PAY, Smart Code, iD, and transit IC cards. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Oyster cheese fondue ¥350; oyster gratin ¥480; oyster pizza ¥980; oyster risotto ¥580; seafood jjigae hot pot ¥980; oyster gyoza (4 pieces) ¥600; oyster and moromi rice balls (2 pieces) ¥600; oyster peperoncino pasta ¥900; French fries ¥450; corn dog ¥300; butter-grilled asari clams ¥800.

Fuji-maru
778-5 Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-5249-3824
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Nakamiya-maru / 中宮丸

The sign for the house specialty, garlic-scented oyster fried rice, marks the spot at Nakamiya-maru. Ten toppings give you plenty of ways to vary your grilled oysters. The menu also includes oyster rice soup, fried dishes, seafood rice bowls, and warming kimchi, seafood, and crab hot pots.

• Season: Mid-October 2026 to mid-March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–16:00.
• Closed: Tuesdays.
• Capacity: 160 people (27 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Charcoal, ¥550 per grill.
• Toppings: 10 varieties, ¥150 each.
• Reservations: Accepted on weekdays only.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Oyster fried rice ¥550; overnight-dried horse mackerel ¥630; oyster rice soup ¥550; hamaguri clam ¥130; salmon ¥420; butter-grilled hamaguri clams ¥1,100; fried prawns (2 pieces) ¥600; fried oysters ¥600; fried horse mackerel ¥420; kimchi or seafood hot pot ¥1,500 each; crab hot pot ¥2,000; seafood rice bowl with oyster soup ¥1,000.

Nakamiya-maru
778-6 Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-7450-6009
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Daiei-maru / 大栄丸

Run by a squid fisher, Daiei-maru is a good place to enjoy fresh squid alongside your oysters, from spear squid sashimi to squid skewers. Photo menus make choosing easy, and ponzu and other condiments are free. Oyster hot pot joins the side menu this season.

• Season: Oct 17, 2026 to the end of March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–16:00.
• Closed: Thursdays, Dec 31, 2026, and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 130 people (28 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Menu: Photo menu available.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and toppings are allowed. Rice dishes and other food are not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill. If you bring your own items, seating is limited to 75 minutes.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,200–¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥300 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, QR-code payments, PayPay, Rakuten Pay, and au PAY.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Oyster rice ¥300; oyster rice bowl ¥500; oysters with miso mayonnaise (3 pieces) ¥300; oyster hot pot ¥550 (new); fried oysters (6–7 pieces) ¥700; oyster gratin ¥450; spear squid sashimi ¥450; barracuda with sesame soy sauce ¥300; squid skewer ¥200; fried squid skewer ¥250; mushroom and oyster ajillo with baguette ¥750; fried oyster gyoza (6 pieces) ¥600. Ponzu and other condiments are free.

Daiei-maru
Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-4588-7068
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Tokuei-maru / 徳栄丸

Featured in a food manga from Fukuoka, Tokuei-maru is known for gangan-yaki, oysters and other seafood steam-roasted in a metal can. Its menu also includes a generous seafood set, seafood rice bowls, and oyster pasta, with photos to help you choose. Triploid oysters will be available early in the season while supplies last.

• Season: Oct 17, 2026 to late March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 9:30–16:00 (last orders 15:30). Closes earlier if sold out.
• Closed: Irregular days and over the New Year period.
• Capacity: Around 100 people (28 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu and translation apps; English-speaking staff available on some days.
• Bring your own: Drinks, seasonings, rice dishes, and other foods are allowed, except raw foods and anything intended for the grill. Rice balls may be brought only if they will not be grilled.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: From ¥1,200 per kg.
• Grill: Charcoal or gas, ¥550 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted. Saturday and Sunday reservations are for arrival by 11:00 only.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, PayPay, and transit IC cards. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Gangan-yaki includes 2 kg of oysters, 2 prawns, 2 scallops, 2 hamaguri clams, and more. The Yokubari Set includes 2 kg of oysters, 2 turban shells, 2 sausages, a mackerel with spicy cod roe, 2 servings of oyster rice, and more. Other choices include oyster potage, fried oysters, oyster spaghetti, dashi-flavored ajillo, seafood rice bowls, and salt-grilled sea bream.

Tokuei-maru
778-6 Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-4355-5634
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Daikoku-maru / 大黒丸

Run directly by free-diving fishers, Daikoku-maru serves fresh seafood, including kuruma prawns, along with oyster rice soup and sea bream ochazuke. Abalone and limited servings of foil-grilled spear squid offer more to try alongside the oysters.

• Season: Expected to open in late October 2026
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027. May also close depending on seafood supplies.
• Capacity: 120 people (28 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and an English menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted, and nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: From ¥1,200 per kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥440 per table.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone. Enquire about availability on weekends and public holidays.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, PayPay, and QUICPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Abalone from ¥1,320 (market price); grilled rice ball ¥220; oyster rice (1 pack) ¥350; oyster rice soup ¥770; sea bream ochazuke ¥980; seafood ochazuke ¥770; foil-grilled spear squid ¥980 (limited quantities). Prices may change depending on supplies.

Daikoku-maru
Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-5931-9893
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Nisshin-maru / 日進丸

On fine days, Nisshin-maru’s outdoor seating is a pleasant place to grill oysters, and pets are welcome outside. Indoor seating with pets may also be possible by arrangement. A children’s garden, flush toilets, and a nappy-changing area make this a practical choice for families. The menu includes grilled Itoshima squid skewers, kuruma prawns, and a cheese fondue set.

• Season: Oct 24, 2026 to Mar 28, 2027.
• Hours: 10:00–17:00.
• Closed: Tuesdays and Dec 31, 2026 to Jan 5, 2027.
• Capacity: 40 indoor seats and 40 outdoor seats; outdoor seating is available in fine weather only.
• Pets: Welcome outdoors; enquire about indoor seating.
• Family facilities: Children’s garden, and nappy-changing area.
• Language support: English-speaking staff and an English menu.
• Bring your own: Seasonings only. Drinks, alcohol, rice dishes, and other food are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥550 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.

Menu highlights
Grilled Itoshima squid skewer ¥350 (limited quantities); abalone sashimi from ¥2,200; kuruma prawn ¥550; cheese fondue set ¥1,000; wakame stems ¥200.

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Nisshin-maru
Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-2757-0306
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Kouei-maru / 高栄丸

Kouei-maru is run by diving fishers. The aim is to offer seafood at affordable prices, and much of the rice and vegetables are locally grown, too. Photo menus in English, Chinese, and Korean, along with translation apps, help visitors from overseas feel at home.

• Season: Nov 1, 2026 to late March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00).
• Closed: Irregular days.
• Capacity: 100 seats.
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and photo menus in English, Chinese, and Korean.
• Bring your own: Drinks, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Charcoal or gas, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, QR-code payments, PayPay, and Alipay.

Kouei-maru
Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-6290-0817
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Kyokusei / 岡崎 旭星

On weekdays, the woman who runs Kyokusei takes care of the hut single-handedly. It’s a small, local place to enjoy oysters and seafood, with oyster rice and squid, prawns, and turban shells for the grill. If you bring rice, it must be in the form of plain rice balls.

• Season: Nov 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:30–16:00.
• Closed: Irregular days and over the New Year period.
• Capacity: 40 people (10 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and plain rice balls are allowed. Other rice dishes and other food are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Charcoal, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash and PayPay.

Menu highlights
Oyster rice and seafood for grilling, including squid, prawns, and turban shells.

Kyokusei
Shima-Kishi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-1734
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Funakoshi

Kaki House Shoei / かきハウス正栄

A parent-and-child fishing team raises the Funakoshi oysters served at Kaki House Shoei. Around 30 menu choices offer plenty to eat alongside them. The spacious hut seats 200 people, with gas grills at the tables.

• Season: From Oct 3, 2026
• Hours: Weekdays 9:30–17:00; weekends and public holidays 9:00–17:00 (last orders 16:30).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 200 people (40 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu and photo menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, are allowed. Seasonings, rice dishes, and other food are not permitted. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone. On weekends and public holidays, reservations are available for 9:00–11:00 only.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, and PayPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.
• Ordering: Via LINE or smartphone.

Menu highlights
Around 30 choices.

Kaki House Shoei
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-5724-1717
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Kaki House Mokkun / かきハウスもっくん

Mokkun serves oysters raised from seed in Itoshima, pot-caught octopus, and fresh fish. Alongside fried oysters and garlic oyster fried rice, try the omakase-zuke-don, a rice bowl topped with sashimi dressed in the house sesame sauce. There are plenty of dishes for children, who also receive a small sweet treat on weekdays.

• Season: Oct 10, 2026 to the end of March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: Weekdays 10:00–16:00 (last orders 15:30); Saturdays 9:30–16:30 (last orders 16:00); Sundays and public holidays 9:30–17:00 (last orders 16:30).
• Closed: Irregular days, often Thursdays; also expected to close on Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: Around 200 people.
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English and photo menus; English-speaking staff available on some days.
• For children: A complimentary sweet treat on weekdays.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, and seasonings are allowed. Rice dishes and other food are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per portion.
• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Weekdays only. Enquire for groups of 10 or more.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay.
• Ordering: Via LINE.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Fried oysters ¥650; garlic oyster fried rice ¥550; oyster ajillo ¥1,300; omakase-zuke-don ¥850. Daily and limited-quantity rice bowls are also available.

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Kaki House Mokkun
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-1773
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Senryu-maru / 千龍丸

Run by a fisher who specializes in sea bream, Senryu-maru uses charcoal grills and serves fresh sashimi alongside its oysters. The popular sea bream ochazuke is another reason to visit, offering a way to enjoy the catch over rice as well as from the grill.

• Season: Oct 11, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027.
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (last orders 16:30).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 198 people (42 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English and photo menus; English-speaking staff available on some days.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, and rice balls are allowed. Seasonings, other rice dishes, and other food are not permitted. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,200 per kg.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted; morning bookings only on weekends and public holidays.
• Payment: Cash and PayPay.
• Ordering: Via LINE.

Menu highlights
Sashimi, sea bream ochazuke, and more.

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Senryu-maru
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-1812
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Maruhachi / マルハチ「引津丸」

Maruhachi offers a wide choice of rice bowls to enjoy with grilled oysters, plus seafood kamameshi on weekdays. Finish with a homemade custard pudding.

• Season: From Oct 10, 2026
• Hours: Weekdays 10:00–last orders 15:30; weekends and public holidays 10:00–17:00 (last orders 16:30).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 200 people (40 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and an English menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, rice balls, and other foods that will not be grilled are allowed. Seasonings and rice dishes other than rice balls are not permitted. Nothing brought from outside may be cooked on the grill. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Charcoal, ¥700 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone on weekdays only.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, and PayPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.

Menu highlights
Assorted rice bowls, seafood kamameshi (weekdays only), homemade custard pudding, and more.

Maruhachi
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-5249-7714
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Ken-chan Kaki / ケンちゃんカキ

Ken-chan Kaki’s menu ranges from red sea cucumber and Cajun-style crab to whole conger eel tempura and sesame mackerel rice bowls. There’s plenty to explore alongside the grilled oysters. Fried sea bream is new this season, and a wild-caught tuna promotion is planned around the October opening.

• Season: Oct 10, 2026 to early April 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–17:00.
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 230 people (37 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu and multilingual QR-code ordering.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and other foods are allowed. Rice dishes are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, and PayPay.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order; multiple languages are available.

Menu highlights
Red sea cucumber, Cajun-style crab, whole conger eel tempura, sesame mackerel rice bowl, fried sea bream, and more.

Ken-chan Kaki
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-1138
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Horyo-maru / 豊漁丸

Alongside its oysters, Horyo-maru is known for ikizukuri, sashimi prepared from live seafood. Horse mackerel ikizukuri and oyster rice offer alternatives to food from the grill. Credit card payments and photo menus in English, Chinese, and Korean make visiting straightforward for overseas guests.

• Season: From Oct 3, 2026
• Hours: 10:00–16:00 (last orders 15:30).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027 to Jan 3, 2027.
• Capacity: Around 200 people (34 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Photo menus in English, Chinese, and Korean.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, and rice balls are allowed. Seasonings and other rice dishes are not permitted. Take home any rubbish from items you bring.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Gas, ¥400 per grill.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Horse mackerel ikizukuri from ¥1,500; oyster rice ¥300.

Horyo-maru
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-0858
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Hattoriya / 服部屋

Look for Hattoriya’s large pink sign. 清さん and Rika serve Itoshima oysters and seafood, with oyster fried rice a house specialty. Seasonal and limited-quantity ikizukuri and oyster dishes add variety, while strawberry parfaits, smoothies, and Hattoriya custard pudding round off the meal.

• Season: Oct 3, 2026 to around April 2027.
• Hours: 10:00–15:00.
• Closed: Irregular days, announced monthly on Instagram. Check Instagram for New Year closures, too.
• Capacity: Around 220 people (34 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Menus in English, Chinese, and Korean.
• Bring your own: Drinks, seasonings, and foods intended as oyster toppings are allowed. Rice dishes and foods other than toppings are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: Pacific oysters from ¥1,300; sales unit not specified.
• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Enquire by phone.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay. Overseas-issued credit cards are accepted.

Menu highlights
Seasonal and limited-quantity ikizukuri; individual oysters for eating raw; rock oysters; oyster fried rice; garlic oyster fried rice; oyster tempura; oyster rice; strawberry parfait; strawberry smoothie; Hattoriya custard pudding; and more.

Hattoriya
415 Shima-Funakoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-328-1193
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Kafuri

Sumiyoshi-maru / 住吉丸

Sumiyoshi-maru opens at 9:00, with an airy dining room overlooking Kafuri Bay. Oyster tempura, oyster fish cakes, and fried oysters feature on the menu, while the ingredients in its popular kamameshi change with the season. Dried fish delivered each morning from a local processor is another longtime favorite.

• Season: From Oct 10, 2026
• Hours: 9:00–17:00.
• Closed: Irregular days, Dec 31, 2026, and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 120 people (35 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Photo menu and QR-code ordering in English, Korean, and traditional and simplified Chinese.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, vegetables, and other foods are allowed. Meat and seafood are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per 800 g portion.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥220 per person. Students in junior high school or above pay no grill charge when they show student ID.
• Reservations: Same-day bookings via Google Maps; bookings through Tabelog must be made by the previous day. On weekends and public holidays, only priority-seating reservations are available.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order in English, Korean, or traditional or simplified Chinese.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Oyster tempura ¥700; oyster satsuma-age fish cakes (3) ¥450; fried oysters (4–5 pieces) ¥700; sashimi platter for 2–3 people ¥2,800; sesame amberjack ¥1,500; turban shell, abalone, and other sashimi from ¥450; kamameshi from ¥1,000, with seasonal ingredients such as Spanish mackerel, conger eel, or crab.

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Sumiyoshi-maru
5-36-10 Kafuri, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-8554-2444
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Hiro-chan Kaki / ひろちゃんカキ

Run by fishers, Hiro-chan Kaki has counter seats looking straight out over the sea. Grill oysters raised by local fishers at your table, along with turban shells, scallops, and red shrimp. Wild hamaguri clams, wild abalone grilled in the shell, and crab soup offer more to try, while the new building also serves sashimi and seafood rice bowls.

The resident dog, Choco, welcomes visitors, and seating is available for guests with small dogs that do not bark. Since 2026, guests have also been able to bring bento lunches and prepared dishes into the annex, subject to the restrictions below.

 

• Season: Oct 11, 2026 through Golden Week 2027.
• Hours: Weekdays 10:00–17:00 (last orders 16:00); weekends and public holidays 10:00–18:00 (last orders 17:00).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027. Additional closures are announced on Instagram.
• Capacity: 100 people (28 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Pets: Small dogs that do not bark are welcome inside.
• Language support: Translation apps and an English menu.
• Bring your own, new building: Outside meat and seafood are not permitted.
• Bring your own, new building: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, and rice dishes are allowed. Other food is not permitted.
• Bring your own, annex: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, vegetables, bento lunches, and prepared dishes are allowed.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: Medium ¥1,500/kg; large ¥1,700/kg; extra-large ¥1,900/kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥220 per person; no charge for children in junior high school or younger.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone and Google Maps. On weekends and public holidays, bookings are limited to the first 10 groups.

• Outside regular hours and private bookings: Enquire about meals outside regular hours for groups of 10 or more, or exclusive use for groups of 40 or more.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, and PayPay.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Wild hamaguri clams, turban shells, hamaguri clams, scallops on the half shell, red shrimp, squid, fried oysters, ajillo, oyster rice, sashimi, seafood rice bowls, and more.

Hiro-chan Kaki
5-36-14 Kafuri, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-5295-3020
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Fukuyoshi

Kaki no Masuda (Zenko-maru) / カキのますだ・善幸丸

Alongside oysters, Kaki no Masuda is known for whole grilled octopus prepared that morning. Live scallops and colorful hiogi scallops from Hirado are also available for the grill. On weekdays, visitors arriving by JR each receive a complimentary drink and an extra item chosen by the hut.

• Season: Oct 28, 2026 to the end of March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 9:00–17:00; oyster grilling starts at 10:00.
• Closed: Irregular days and Dec 29, 2026 to Jan 4, 2027. Additional closures are announced on Instagram.
• Capacity: 160 people (40 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: English menu and photo menu.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, vegetables, and other foods are allowed. Meat and seafood are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Gas or charcoal, ¥500 per grill; ¥300 for a solo diner. Charcoal is available on weekends and public holidays only.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone. On weekends and public holidays, bookings are for arrival by 11:30 only.
• Payment: Cash, QR-code payments, and PayPay.
• Ordering: Scan a QR code to order.

Menu highlights (tax included)
Live scallop from ¥400 each; Hirado hiogi scallop from ¥250 each; oyster rice ¥350; oyster ajillo ¥800; hamaguri clams from ¥200; whole grilled octopus from ¥1,000.

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Kaki no Masuda (Zenko-maru)
1-13-2 Fukuyoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-9249-4592
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Shinei-maru (Kaki no Sasaki) / 伸栄丸 カキの佐々木

The sea is right in front of Shinei-maru, making it an inviting place to linger over grilled oysters. This season, the hut plans to sell its own oyster brand, Chiko no Ashi. Weekday specials vary by day, with offers including waived table charges and half-price draft beer.

• Season: Oct 31, 2026 to late March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–17:00.
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027.
• Capacity: 150 people (30 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and menus in English, Chinese, and Korean.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, rice dishes, and other foods are allowed. Meat incurs a ¥500 bring-in charge. Seasonings and seafood are not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per table.
• Weekday specials: Mondays, no table charge or meat bring-in charge; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, ladies’ days; Thursdays, half-price draft beer; Fridays, half-price draft beer and no table charge.
• Reservations: Accepted; morning bookings only on weekends and public holidays.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, PayPay, and transit IC cards.

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Shinei-maru (Kaki no Sasaki)
1-13-15 Fukuyoshi, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 092-326-6697
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Hiryu-maru (Kaki no Abe) / 飛龍丸・カキの阿部

Hiryu-maru’s specialties include squid that you cut to your preferred size with scissors, plus house-dried horse mackerel. Live kuruma prawns, large clams, and yellowtail collars give you more seafood to put on the grill, with oyster rice to eat alongside.

 

• Season: Nov 1, 2026 to mid-March 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00).
• Closed: Irregular days and Jan 1, 2027 to Jan 4, 2027.
• Capacity: 120 people (23 tables).
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow.
• Language support: Translation apps and a photo menu; English-speaking staff available on some days.
• Bring your own: Drinks, including alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, and other foods are allowed. Meat incurs a ¥500 bring-in charge. Seafood is not permitted.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥1,300 per kg.
• Grill: Gas, ¥220 per person.
• Reservations: Accepted by phone.
• Payment: Cash, d Barai, and PayPay.

Menu highlights
Oyster rice, yellowtail collars, large clams, split and dried horse mackerel, live kuruma prawns, Asahi draft beer, and more.

Hiryu-maru (Kaki no Abe)
5490-13 Nijo-Fukui, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 090-1923-2548
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Fukae

Kaisen Nikomaru / 海鮮ニコ丸

Facing west over the sea, Kaisen Nikomaru offers sunset views along with oyster rice cooked to order and homemade almond pudding. Oysters are also available to take home.

 

• Season: From Nov 1, 2026
• Hours: 10:00–17:00.
• Closed: Mon–Fri (open on Sat, Sun, and hol)
• Capacity: Around 30 people.
• Protective jackets: Available to borrow (previous-season information).
• Bring your own: No outside drinks, alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, or other food (previous-season information).

Prices and reservations

• Grill: Gas, ¥500 per table.
• Reservations: Accepted.
• Payment: Cash, credit cards, QR-code payments, and PayPay; overseas-issued credit cards accepted (previous-season information).

Menu highlights
Oyster rice; shrimp; squid; scallops; surf clams; conger eel; ajillo; miso soup; rice balls; oyster okonomiyaki; and more.

Kaisen Nikomaru
1844-6 Nijo-Masue, Itoshima City, Fukuoka
Tel: 080-3973-4671
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Karatomari

Karatomari Ebisu / 唐泊恵比須カキ小屋

Run directly by the Karatomari branch of the Fukuoka City Fisheries Cooperative, this seaside hut is one of the largest on the Itoshima Peninsula, with room for around 320 people. Charcoal-grilled oysters and oyster rice are the specialties, with plenty of space for larger groups.

• Season: Oct 24, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027 (planned).
• Hours: 11:00–15:00.
• Closed: Tuesdays, except public holidays. New Year closures are planned; enquire for dates.
• Capacity: 320 people (around 80 tables).
• Protective jackets: Not available.
• Language support: English menu and photo menu.
• Bring your own: No outside drinks, alcohol, seasonings, rice dishes, or other food.

Prices and reservations

• Oysters: ¥2,000 per kg.
• Grill: Charcoal, ¥500 per grill.
• Reservations: Not accepted.
• Payment: Cash.

Karatomari Ebisu
Kota, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City
Tel: 092-809-1047
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