Editorial photo #13815219 Economy, Business and Finance

Daily Life And Coastal Fishing Culture In Saikazaki

WAKAYAMA, JAPAN - JUNE 11: A local fisherman reaches down to secure styrofoam containers of fresh seafood on the deck of his commercial vessel at Saikazaki Fishing Harbor on June 11, 2026, in Wakayama City, Japan. Celebrated widely as 'The Amalfi of Japan' due to its tightly clustered houses cascading down steep coastal cliffs, the historic port serves as a focal point for a close-knit community highly regarded for its unique 'boat-to-table' direct sales, where local residents and travelers negotiate directly with captains to purchase fresh catches right off the decks when the fleet returns. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13815219
Date taken: 11 June 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category: Economy, Business and Finance

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