Local rice wrapped in mustard greens,
with Katsuura tuna on the same table.
Mehari Sushi Nidaime
Mehari Sushi & Katsuura Tuna
● Nachikatsuura, Wakayama
A casual place near Kii-Katsuura Station for Kumano-style mehari sushi and local tuna.
Katsuura
Local Table
A mountain-born staple meets the tuna port.
KATSUURA LOCAL FOOD
One bite of mehari sushi,
one bite of tuna—this feels like Katsuura.
Taste a regional staple and the port town’s fish in one easy stop near the station.
Mehari Sushi Nidaime is a few minutes on foot from Kii-Katsuura Station. The restaurant serves mehari sushi—rice wrapped in pickled mustard greens, a traditional food of the Kumano region—alongside tuna associated with Katsuura’s fishing port. The Nidaime set is the straightforward choice when you want both.
Kumano comfort food and Katsuura tuna on one tray.
Five moments at Mehari Sushi NidaimeFive ways to taste Katsuura5 Ways to Enjoy
Start with mehari sushi
Rice wrapped in pickled mustard-green leaves is a Kumano regional food. Notice the balance of salty leaves and plain rice.
Choose the Nidaime set
The set combines mehari sushi and a small tuna bowl with fried skewers—a simple way to try both local flavours.
Make tuna the main event
Choose the tuna set when the port town’s fish is your priority. The catch and presentation may vary, so check the day’s menu.
Take it away for the journey
Takeout is available. Confirm collection time and safe carrying time when planning around trains and sightseeing.
Connect the station with Kumano
The restaurant is close to Kii-Katsuura Station, making it useful before or after a trip toward Nachisan.
About three minutes from Kii-Katsuura Station.
Add one local meal before the next train.
Fit a Katsuura meal into the day without reshaping the itinerary
The station and port are close, so it is easy to stop before or after visiting Nachi Falls and Kumano Nachi Taisha. The restaurant may close early if ingredients sell out, so call ahead for a late visit.
MEHARI × TUNA
A preserved mountain food meets the fresh taste of a port town
Mehari sushi developed in the Kumano region as rice wrapped in seasoned mustard-green leaves. Pairing its simple savoury flavour with Katsuura tuna brings the mountains and sea of the area together on one table. The Nidaime set is made for travellers who do not want to choose between them.
Katsuura Local Table
Practical information Information
Name
Mehari Sushi Nidaime
Address
2-2-6 Tsukiji, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama
Hours
11:00–20:00
Closed
Irregular days
Access
About 3 minutes on foot from JR Kii-Katsuura Station
Parking
3 spaces
Services
English menu / Takeout / Non-smoking
Contact
0735-52-1670
Information checked on 20 September 2026. Hours, days off, prices and sell-out times can change. Check the latest Nachikatsuura tourism information or call the restaurant before travelling.
Frequently asked questions FAQ
What is mehari sushi?
It is a Kumano regional food made by wrapping rice in pickled mustard-green leaves, eaten with the flavour and aroma of the leaves.
Can I try both mehari sushi and tuna?
Yes. The Nidaime set is introduced as a meal combining mehari sushi, a tuna bowl and fried skewers.
Can I walk from Kii-Katsuura Station?
Yes. The walk is about three minutes. Check the map for the exact route.
Is takeout available?
Takeout is listed as available. Ask about the day’s items, collection time and how long they can be carried.
Is parking available?
Three spaces are listed. Because capacity is limited, public transport or nearby parking may be easier at busy times.
What are the hours and closing days?
Public tourism information lists 11:00–20:00 with irregular closing days. Call ahead because hours and sell-out times can change.
From Katsuura food to Kumano scenery.
Use the Japan map to connect the station, port and sacred sites of Nachisan.
