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[Ehime Prefecture ]8 recommended spots for family fishing

[Ehime Prefecture ]8 recommended spots for family fishing

2024-06-27

Ehime Prefecture is a region facing the Seto Inland Sea, where seafood is delicious.
However, catching fish by yourself is quite a hurdle.
I want to try fishing with my kids, but I don't know where to start because I've never done it before and I don't know where to go to catch fish...
If so, please refer to this article.
We introduce 8 recommended family fishing spots in Ehime Prefecture.

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Okaga Fishing Park (Matsuyama City)



Okawaga Fishing Park in Matsuyama City is a popular fishing spot because it is easily accessible from the center of Matsuyama City.
As the name suggests, it is a park, well maintained for fishing and fenced to prevent falls, making it an ideal place for family fishing.
If children get bored, there is a large plaza next to the fishing park where they can play.
Free 24-hour parking and restrooms are available for nighttime fishing.

Many people fish for horse mackerels and sardines, and depending on the tide and time of year, bluefish such as yellowtail can also be caught, so why not try long cast cage fishing or shore jigging?

"Basic Information "
Facility name: Okaga Fishing Park
Address: 3 Ohkaga, Matsuyama, Ehime 791-8057
Access: 8 minutes by car from Matsuyama Airport
Parking: Available
Hours of operation: 24 hours

Iyo Port (Iyo City)



Iyo Port is the port near Iyo Fishery Cooperative Association.
It is located just off Shiofu Street and can be accessed by car.
The well-maintained and clean harbor attracts many fishermen, and there are many cars coming and going, so be careful if you are bringing children.
Horse mackerel and sardines can be caught by sabiki fishing, and root fish such as flounder and sea bass can also be caught at this spot.

Depending on the season and tide, squid, yellowtail, and chinook can also be caught.
This is a spot where you might catch an unexpected big fish.
Incidentally, there is a park and a swimming pool nearby, so you can enjoy other activities besides fishing.
Please visit with the whole family.


"Basic Information "
Facility name: Iyo Port
Address: 357 Nada-machi, Iyo-shi, Ehime 799-3114 (Iyo Fishery Cooperative Association)
Access: 1 minute drive from FamilyMart Iyonadanamachi store.
Parking: No fixed parking lot as it is a port.
Hours of operation: 24 hours

Mori Fishing Port (Iyo City)



"Mori Fishing Port, a hole-in-the-wall spot near Iyo Port ", has a parking lot and restrooms, and you can get out of your car and start fishing right away.
Migratory fish such as horse mackerels and sardines can be caught in the bay by sabiki fishing, while bluefish and squid can be caught on the outer bank.
If you want to catch a variety of fish, check it out.

Located in Matsuyama City and Matsumae Town, "Fishing Gear Friend "has the most recent fishing reports and other information.
It is recommended to check it out while buying fishing bait and other items.
Incidentally, there is a large park called "Shiosai Park "near Mori Fishing Port, so it is recommended to enjoy the park with your family along with fishing.

"Basic Information "
Facility Name: Mori Fishing Port
Address: 121 Mori, Iyo-shi, Ehime 799-3125
Access: 2 minutes by car from Shiosai Park
Parking: Available
Hours of operation: 24 hours

Osakana Ranch Sea Road Yawatahama (Yawatahama City)



Osakana Ranch Sea Road Yawatahama can be reached by walking on the sea at a pier about 200 meters away.
Therefore, the most attractive point is that two types of fishing can be enjoyed: teakettle fishing and outside fishing.
Since all equipment can be rented for kayak fishing, even beginners who do not have their own equipment can enjoy fishing easily and comfortably.
By the way, fish caught in the fish ponds are bought back, so be careful not to catch too many.

Compared to kesu fishing, outside fishing allows anglers to target a wider variety of fish.
Both beginners who have never fished before and experienced fishermen can enjoy fishing, making it ideal for family fishing.
For those who want to be sure of catching fish, we recommend kesu fishing.
(*Closed as of February 2023 due to lack of caretaker)

"Basic Information "
Facility Name: Osakana Ranch "Sea Road Yawatahama "
Address: 2944 Mukonada, Yawatahama, Ehime 796-0001
Access: 30 minutes by car from Matsuyama Expressway "Ozu IC "
Parking: Available
Phone number: 0894245111
Business hours: 8:00 - 16:00 (closed Mondays and Thursdays)

Akehama Seaside Sun Park (Seiyo City)



Meihama is known as one of the best fishing spots in Shikoku, and the crystal clear waters are home to so many fish that you can see them swimming from above.
"Akehama Seaside Sun Park "is a tourist facility that integrates lodging and camping facilities.
The nearby fishing pier has a fence attached to it, making it a popular and safe spot for fishing.
The well-maintained fishing area has benches, and families can enjoy fishing at their leisure.
Incidentally, the fishing spot is also beginner-friendly, offering equipment rentals so that visitors can enjoy fishing even if they come empty-handed.

Depending on the season and tide, a wide variety of fish can be caught, including horse mackerels, mebaru, chinook, gray mullet, and bluefin squid.
Swim-fishing with live bait allows anglers to target big fish such as yellowtail and swordfish.
Beginners and experienced anglers alike can enjoy fishing, so check it out when you visit Seiyo City.
Incidentally, it is also a bathing beach in the summer and has a campground, so it is recommended that the whole family enjoy leisure activities together.
There is also a saltwater hot spring facility nearby, so it is recommended to relax after a long day of fishing.

"Basic Information "
Facility name: Akehama Seaside Sun Park Co.
Address: 298-1 Takayama, Meihama-cho, Seiyo-shi, Ehime 797-0201
Access: 90 minutes by car from Matsuyama Expressway "Seiyo-Uwa IC "
Parking: Available
Phone number: 0894641330
Hours of operation: 24 hours
Home Page :https://akehama.com/

Nagahama Minato Bay Green Space (Oshu City)

It is a large harbor and a popular spot for anglers with many points to rod out.
It is ideal for family fishing as it is clean and well maintained with handrails to prevent falls.
Benches and tables are available, and a ramp allows wheelchair users to enjoy fishing.



Depending on the season and tide, fish that can be caught here include horse mackerel, sardines, mebaru, white croaker, lingcod, bluefin tuna, bluefin tuna, and flounder.
In spring and fall, many people are seen egging for bluefin squid, which can be caught well.
The area is easily accessible by car, so if you are looking for a casual fishing experience, check it out.

"Basic Information "
Facility name: Nagahama Harbor Green Space
Address: 581 Nagahama, Ozu City, Ehime 795-0000
Access: 3 minutes by car from Lawson Nagahama Harumi Store
Approx. parking: Available
Hours of operation: 24 hours

Marine Park Niihama (Niihama City)



The general leisure facility "Marine Park Niihama "has some of its wharves open for fishing.
Fish that can be caught include horse mackerel, sardine, Japanese Spanish mackerel, and Chinu.
The parking lot and restrooms are well maintained, and the fishing area has handrails and other facilities, making it ideal for family fishing.
Some of the docks are also open to fishing, but be aware that some areas are off-limits.
At the stone-piled docks on the west side, chinook can be caught by hook-and-line fishing around June.

Since it is a popular spot, it is crowded with anglers on holidays when the tide is good.
Also, please note that the Marine Park is open from 8:30 to 21:30, and the parking lot closes after hours.
There is a large park and a campground for the whole family to enjoy the outdoors.

"Basic Information "
Facility Name: Marine Park Niihama Campground
Address: 3-324 B-324 Kakiu, Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture, 792-0872
Access: 17 minutes by car from Matsuyama Expressway "Niihama IC "
Parking: Available
Phone number: 0897464100
Business hours: 8:30~21:30 (parking lot hours)

Fishing Park Omishima (Imabari City)



Cross the Shimanami Kaido and you'll find the third one, Omishima. "Fishing Park Omishima "
Facing the Seto Inland Sea, visitors can enjoy fishing from a fishing pier on the sea.
In addition to the fishing pier, there is a fishing pond that is enclosed around it, so even children can enjoy fishing.
In addition, reefs have been set up on the seafloor to make it easier for fish to live, and fish fry are being released into the sea, so there are many fish.
You can also target big fish, so everyone from beginners to experienced fishermen can enjoy fishing.
The foothold is good, and the fishing pier is wide and fenced to prevent falls, so you can enjoy fishing safely.

Fish caught include horse mackerel, sardine, snapper, leatherfish, chinook, and flounder.
The fast tides are reputed to produce tasty fish with firm flesh.
Incidentally, fishing gear and life vests are available for rent, so you can fish without them.
You can have the fish you catch processed and barbecued, so don't worry if you have trouble cooking your catch....
Note that there are separate fees for the use of the fishing pier and for the fishing pond.
Please note that the number of fish you can take home from the fishing pond is also fixed.
For details, please visit our website for the latest information.

"Basic Information "
Facility name: Fishing Park Omishima
Address: Iguchi, Kamiura-cho, Imabari, Ehime 794-1402
Access: 5 minutes by car from Shimanami Kaido "Omishima IC "
Parking: Available
Phone number: 0897830136
Business hours: 8:30~16:30

summary

We have introduced some of the best spots for family fishing in Ehime Prefecture.
Even children who don't like fish will surely enjoy eating fish they caught themselves!
Even if you can't eat it, it will be a great food education and memory, so why don't you plan it with your family in the coming warm season?

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