A taste of the port town,
just beyond the station.
bodai
Fresh tuna and creative Japanese cooking in Nachikatsuura
● Tsukiji, Nachikatsuura · Wakayama
bodai is a Japanese restaurant about a minute’s walk from JR Kii-Katsuura Station. Its signature chutoro katsu pairs the town’s fresh tuna with a lightly cooked center and a crisp coating. Consider it for lunch or an evening meal as you explore the Kumano coast.
Tuna & Seasonal Food
Nachikatsuura
Leave room in your journey for a meal in the port town.
NACHIKATSUURA × TUNA × SEASONAL FOOD
Start your station-area food stop at bodai
A convenient place to discover another side of tuna.
bodai sits close to JR Kii-Katsuura Station, making it a practical candidate for a meal before or after exploring Nachikatsuura. The restaurant introduces fresh tuna from Kishu Katsuura alongside vegetables sourced directly from farmers and other seasonal ingredients. First, decide whether you want to focus on tuna or try a wider selection of Japanese dishes. Sashimi and creative preparations offer different starting points, while the menu changes with the ingredients available. The station-side location is useful, but it does not guarantee a quick meal during a short transfer. Allow time to be seated, order and eat. If you have a train or bus to catch, tell the staff before ordering. A little flexibility makes a station-area lunch easier to enjoy.
Photo source: bodai official restaurant website.
Enjoy bodai5 tips for your visitNachikatsuura, Wakayama
Use the station as your landmark
The official page gives a walk of about one minute from JR Kii-Katsuura Station. Check the route to 5-1-3 Tsukiji before setting out.
Consider the chutoro katsu
The signature tuna cutlet has a partly rare center. Ask about the preparation and choose a dish that suits how you like your fish cooked.
Explore seasonal choices
Fresh tuna and vegetables sourced directly from farmers are part of the restaurant’s approach. Ask what is available on the day.
Leave time around your train
A nearby station does not remove the time needed for seating and cooking. Tell the staff if you have a departure to catch.
Check evening and parking details
Published sources differ on dinner hours and parking access. Confirm your intended time and the correct spaces with the restaurant.
The next stop can wait
while lunch gets its moment.
Plan a relaxed visit to bodai near the station
The official restaurant page places bodai about one minute on foot from JR Kii-Katsuura Station. Use the address, 5-1-3 Tsukiji, when checking your route. This is a restaurant in Nachikatsuura, so build the journey around your own starting point and onward transport. Lunch and dinner have separate service periods, with a break between them. As a result, arriving in mid-afternoon may not fit the restaurant’s schedule. Check the latest official updates before you travel. Parking information also differs between published sources, including which spaces are available at lunch or in the evening. If you drive, contact the restaurant about the correct parking area and its conditions rather than assuming every nearby space is available.
CHUTORO KATSU × FRESH TUNA
Look beyond sashimi with the signature chutoro katsu
bodai describes its signature dish as fresh tuna chutoro katsu: moderately fatty tuna coated and briefly deep-fried, leaving the center partly rare. The restaurant serves it with grated daikon and ponzu. This preparation gives you a different way to approach the town’s tuna culture, alongside the sashimi dishes on the menu. However, the rare center matters when choosing your meal. If you prefer fully cooked fish, ask the staff about suitable options before ordering. Also, check current portions, prices and set-meal choices on the day rather than relying on an old photograph. Seasonal vegetables and other Japanese dishes provide more possibilities for the table. Choose according to your appetite, and ask directly about allergens or dietary needs.
A meal between the station and the sea
bodai visitor information
Name
bodai
Address
5-1-3 Tsukiji, Nachikatsuura, Higashimuro District, Wakayama 649-5335
Phone
0735-52-0039
Access
About 1 minute on foot from JR Kii-Katsuura Station
Opening hours
Lunch 11:00–14:00 (last order 13:30); official page lists dinner 17:30–21:30 (last order 21:00). Confirm current hours.
Closing days
Tuesday; additional irregular closures may apply. Check Monday evening service directly.
Parking
Parking conditions vary by time and source; confirm the designated spaces before driving
Reservations
Call for seating, group arrangements and current opening information
Information checked September 28, 2026. The official restaurant page and local tourism listings differ on some evening hours and parking conditions. Confirm these directly for your visit. Menus and prices may change. Official restaurant website / Official Instagram / Nachikatsuura tourism dining guide
bodai: frequently asked questions
Where is bodai?
bodai is at 5-1-3 Tsukiji in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama. Its official restaurant page places it about one minute on foot from JR Kii-Katsuura Station.
What is chutoro katsu?
It is the restaurant’s signature cutlet made with moderately fatty fresh tuna. The official description says it is briefly deep-fried with a partly rare center, served with grated daikon and ponzu.
When is lunch served?
The official page lists lunch from 11:00 to 14:00, with last orders at 13:30. Check the current opening arrangements before visiting, especially around holidays or a tight travel schedule.
Is the restaurant open every evening?
No. Tuesday is listed as the regular closing day, and other irregular closures may occur. Check Monday evening service and the current dinner hours directly before making plans.
Can I park nearby?
The official page lists shared parking, but availability and conditions depend on the time of your visit. Tourism listings give different details, so ask the restaurant where to park.
Is an English menu available?
The official restaurant page lists an English menu. Confirm current availability, and ask staff directly about ingredients and any dietary requirements.
Add a tuna lunch to your Kumano coast journey.
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