Lake Kawaguchi Bass Fishing Charter & Guide Trip by Japan Bass Fishing Agent | Close to Tokyo

Bass Fishing at the behind of Mt. Fuji – Lake Kawaguchi
Enjoy bass fishing with the breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji!
Experience an unforgettable trip to Lake Kawaguchi, not far from Tokyo, with an expert guide.

The service includes transportation to and from the hotel and rental of fishing gears and life vests,
so you can enjoy fishing with ease and peace of mind.

Three attraction of Lake Kawaguchi

1、The attraction of Lake Kawaguchi is that you can enjoy bass fishing while viewing Mt Fuji.

2、The water quality of Lake Kawaguchi is crystal clear, and sometimes sight-fishing is used to catch fish that can be seen below the surface of the water.

3、It is a rare lake in Japan where farmed bass are released. The lake is rich in fish, and depending on the time of year, bass can be easily caught.
It is an enjoyable enough lake to visit on a trip and stop by on a whim.

You can enjoy bass fishing right next to the hotel where you are staying around Lake Kawaguchi.
Transportation to and from the hotel and rental of all fishing equipment used is free of charge.

Four reasons to choose our service

1、Bass Fishing Guide trip for beginners and experienced anglers

・Rental tackle and lectures for beginners
・Experienced professional guides will take you to the best fishing spots
・Comfortable fishing trips on the largest bass boats

You can enjoy bass fishing to the fullest amidst magnificent scenery.
The spectacular view of Lake Kawaguchi, especially when Mt. Fuji is seen beautifully, is certainly the best in Japan.

The average size of largemouth in Lake Kawaguchi is 1 to 2 pounds, but it is possible to target fish over 60cm, especially in spring and winter.

While fishing with us, you can learn about and use the latest cutting edge Japanese fishing techniques.
From finesse fishing to swimbaits you can learn about how Japanese anglers utilize these techniques.
※Since the use of plastic worms is prohibited on Lake Kawaguchi, hard baits or pork baits are used.

1、Bass Fishing Guide trip for beginners and experienced anglers

・Rental tackle and lectures for beginners
・Experienced professional guides will take you to the best fishing spots
・Comfortable fishing trips on the largest bass boats

You can enjoy bass fishing to the fullest amidst magnificent scenery.
The spectacular view of Lake Kawaguchi, especially when Mt. Fuji is seen beautifully, is certainly the best in Japan.

The average size of largemouth in Lake Kawaguchi is 1 to 2 pounds, but it is possible to target fish over 60cm, especially in spring and winter.

While fishing with us, you can learn about and use the latest cutting edge Japanese fishing techniques.
From finesse fishing to swimbaits you can learn about how Japanese anglers utilize these techniques.
※Since the use of plastic worms is prohibited on Lake Kawaguchi, hard baits or pork baits are used.

2、Simple Online Booking System

・Reservations are made by simply filling out a form, and international credit card payment is accepted
・Simple pricing

2、Simple Online Booking System

・Reservations are made by simply filling out a form, and international credit card payment is accepted
・Simple pricing

3、Enjoy your favorite fishing at the foot of the best scenery in Japan, Lake Kawaguchi

・Enjoy bass fishing in a magnificent scenery
・Enjoy fishing in places that can only be reached by charter boat

This trip is a completely private tour, so you can go wherever you want and not only fishing but also cruising, photography, etc.

3、Enjoy your favorite fishing at the foot of the best scenery in Japan, Lake Kawaguchi

Enjoy bass fishing in a magnificent scenery
・Enjoy fishing in places that can only be reached by charter boat

This trip is a completely private tour, so you can go wherever you want and not only fishing but also cruising, photography, etc.

4、Close to Tokyo Area & Including Transportation

・It takes about 1.5 hour from Kyoto to the starting spot, you can enjoy a day trip
・Guide fee includes transportation to hotel or train station around Lake Kawaguchi area

・Optional transportation to and from Tokyo area is available upon request

4、Close to Tokyo Area & Including Transportation

・It takes about 1.5 hour from Kyoto to the starting spot, you can enjoy a day trip
・Guide fee includes transportation to hotel or train station around Lake Kawaguchi area

・Optional transportation to and from Tokyo area is available upon request

Guide Price

Fishing times are usually the times listed above, but can be adjusted flexibly according to guest requests.
Please consider with us in advance if you would like transportation to and from the Tokyo area.

Includes pick up and drop off to your hotels and train stations around Lake Kawaguchi

You can pay by credit card only. (Brand:VISA、Master Card、JCB、American Express)

The guide fee includes the following
・Fishing guide service
・Transportation from the hotel (designated location) to the boatyard
・Gasoline for the boat
・Insurance
・Tackle rental (including reel, rod and lure)
・Life vests

Not included in the guide fee
・Accommodation
・Meals
・Fishing License

Fishing licenses must be purchased on the day of the event with the guide person. Payment is cash only.

Detailed requests can be accept, so please inquire at the time of reservation.
Reservations for 4 or more persons are available.
It is necessary to prepare more than two boats, so please contact us.

Terms of Use

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Please note that a cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made by the guest.
As a general rule, no cancellation fee will be charged up to four days prior to the reserved date.
Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to make it.
In the event of a schedule change, as a rule, no cancellation fee will be charged.
We ask for your cooperation in rescheduling as much as possible.

・2 or 3 days before the reserved date: 50% of the guide fee

・1 day before the reserved date: 75% of the guide fee

・Cancellation on the reserved day or no-show: 100% of the guide fee


Cancellation due to bad weather
Guided trip may be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
In such cases, we will consult with you in advance.
Also, please understand that we may have to cancel the tour in the middle of the trip if the lake conditions worsen after the boat has departed.

If the tour is cancelled after departure, the following fees will apply.

・Within 2 hours after departure: 30% of the guide fee

・Within 2-4 hours after departure: 50% of the guide fee

・Within 4 to 6 hours after departure: 75% of the guide’s fee

・After 6 hours after departure: 100% of the guide fee


Fishing Results
The guide will do us best to catch the fish, but please understand that the guides may not be able to meet your expectations due to the nature of the sport.
Please understand that we will not refund or reduce the fee due to fishing results.

Compensation for accidents during guiding
We take all possible precautions in our work, but in the event of an accident, we will respond within the scope of the pleasure boat insurance stipulated in the Law Concerning the Proper Operation of Pleasure Fishing Boats.
We will not compensate for any injury or accident caused by your own carelessness, or for any damage, theft, loss, or submergence of your property.

We ask for your understanding and cooperation so that we can continue to provide guide services for many years to come.

Guide Price

Fishing times are usually the times listed above, but can be adjusted flexibly according to guest requests.
Please consider with us in advance if you would like transportation to and from the Tokyo area.

Includes pick up and drop off to your hotels and train stations around Lake Kawaguchi

You can pay by credit card only. (Brand:VISA、Master Card、JCB、American Express)

The guide fee includes the following
・Fishing guide service
・Transportation from the hotel (designated location) to the boatyard
・Gasoline for the boat
・Insurance
・Tackle rental (including reel, rod and lure)
・Life vests

Not included in the guide fee
・Accommodation
・Meals
・Fishing License

Fishing licenses must be purchased on the day of the event with the guide person. Payment is cash only.

Detailed requests can be accept, so please inquire at the time of reservation.
Reservations for 4 or more persons are available.
It is necessary to prepare more than two boats, so please contact us.

Terms of Use

Show more details

Please note that a cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made by the guest.
As a general rule, no cancellation fee will be charged up to four days prior to the reserved date.
Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to make it.
In the event of a schedule change, as a rule, no cancellation fee will be charged.
We ask for your cooperation in rescheduling as much as possible.

・2 or 3 days before the reserved date: 50% of the guide fee

・1 day before the reserved date: 75% of the guide fee

・Cancellation on the reserved day or no-show: 100% of the guide fee


Cancellation due to bad weather
Guided trip may be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
In such cases, we will consult with you in advance.
Also, please understand that we may have to cancel the tour in the middle of the trip if the lake conditions worsen after the boat has departed.

If the tour is cancelled after departure, the following fees will apply.

・Within 2 hours after departure: 30% of the guide fee

・Within 2-4 hours after departure: 50% of the guide fee

・Within 4 to 6 hours after departure: 75% of the guide’s fee

・After 6 hours after departure: 100% of the guide fee


Fishing Results
The guide will do us best to catch the fish, but please understand that the guides may not be able to meet your expectations due to the nature of the sport.
Please understand that we will not refund or reduce the fee due to fishing results.

Compensation for accidents during guiding
We take all possible precautions in our work, but in the event of an accident, we will respond within the scope of the pleasure boat insurance stipulated in the Law Concerning the Proper Operation of Pleasure Fishing Boats.
We will not compensate for any injury or accident caused by your own carelessness, or for any damage, theft, loss, or submergence of your property.

We ask for your understanding and cooperation so that we can continue to provide guide services for many years to come.

Guide Person

Kazuma Sassa

Profile

Kazuma Sassa is an active tournament maker who participates in Japan’s premier tournament, the JB TOP50.
And he has won many tournaments around Japan, including the JB TOP50.

Kazuma Sassa’s specialty is offshore fishing utilizing Garmin Live Scope.

Sponsor

List of companies that sponsor Kazuma Sassa.

multibook

multibook provides system support for companies expanding from Japan to overseas.

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have difficulty implementing overseas systems on their own, we provide our self-developed ERP system “multibook” as a low-cost cloud computing service. Overseas offices are located in the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. Its catchphrase is “No Borders, One Earth.

SHIMANO

A long-established fishing tackle brand that no angler should be unfamiliar with.

Shimano has supported him with rods and reels. Shimano’s top-of-the-line tackle has saved his life many times in the tournament scene.
In field conditions and mental states that are far from normal, the tackle covers more than you can imagine.

GARMIN

He has been using GARMIN fishfinders since his qualifying to the JB TOP 50.

GARMIN is a fishfinder brand that has taken the fishfinding industry by storm in recent years with its QUICKDRAW CONTOURS, which allows contour plotting, and LiveScope, its one and only state-of-the-art technology.

CENTER FIELD

CENTER FIELD was the first sponsor to support him when he was still competing in local series before he was promoted to TOP50.

CENTER FIELD, which runs a fishing tackle store on Lake Yamanaka, sells and maintains boats and boat equipment as well as fishing tackle.
They also handle the maintenance of his boat, and he always enters tournaments in perfect condition.

Hayabusa

Hayabusa hook brand supported since 2018.

Hooks are the point of contact with fish. It’s a very important piece of equipment in fishing. They deal not only hooks but also rigs, accessories and wear (FREE KNOT).

Guide Person

Kazuma Sassa

Profile

Kazuma Sassa is an active tournament maker who participates in Japan’s premier tournament, the JB TOP50.
And he has won many tournaments around Japan, including the JB TOP50.

Kazuma Sassa’s specialty is offshore fishing utilizing Garmin Live Scope.

Sponsor

List of companies that sponsor Kazuma Sassa.

SHIMANO

Shimano has supported him with rods and reels. Shimano’s top-of-the-line tackle has saved his life many times in the tournament scene.
In field conditions and mental states that are far from normal, the tackle covers more than you can imagine.

A long-established fishing tackle brand that no angler should be unfamiliar with.

GARMIN

GARMIN is a fishfinder brand that has taken the fishfinding industry by storm in recent years with its QUICKDRAW CONTOURS, which allows contour plotting, and LiveScope, its one and only state-of-the-art technology.

He has been using GARMIN fishfinders since his qualifying to the JB TOP 50.

Show more sponsor

multibook

multibook provides system support for companies expanding from Japan to overseas.

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have difficulty implementing overseas systems on their own, we provide our self-developed ERP system “multibook” as a low-cost cloud computing service. Overseas offices are located in the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. Its catchphrase is “No Borders, One Earth.

CENTER FIELD

CENTER FIELD was the first sponsor to support him when he was still competing in local series before he was promoted to TOP50.

CENTER FIELD, which runs a fishing tackle store on Lake Yamanaka, sells and maintains boats and boat equipment as well as fishing tackle.
They also handle the maintenance of his boat, and he always enters tournaments in perfect condition.

Hayabusa

Hayabusa hook brand supported since 2018.

Hooks are the point of contact with fish. It’s a very important piece of equipment in fishing. They deal not only hooks but also rigs, accessories and wear (FREE KNOT).

Guide Boat

SKEETER ZX250 + YAMAHA SHO275

21 feet Skeeter Boat’s.
Largest bass boat for comfortable and safe fishing.

This skeeter boat is provided by “Biwako-bito” .

GARMIN LIVE SCOPE SYSTEM

The Garmin LiveScope is equipped with a Garmin LiveScope, which allows anglers to assess conditions and select lures based on the real-time images projected on the screen, leading to better fishing results.

Guide Boat

SKEETER ZX250 + YAMAHA SHO275

21 feet Skeeter Boat’s.
Largest bass boat for comfortable and safe fishing.

This skeeter boat is provided by “Biwako-bito” .

GARMIN LIVE SCOPE SYSTEM

The Garmin LiveScope is equipped with a Garmin LiveScope, which allows anglers to assess conditions and select lures based on the real-time images projected on the screen, leading to better fishing results.

How to make a reservation

Tap on the “Book Now” button to make your reservation.

STEP1

Booking

Contact us through the reservation form by clicking on the Book button on the right side of the screen.
If you have any requests, please fill out the form.

STEP2

Online Payment

We will reply with the availability of your preferred date.
Please click on the URL in the e-mail to make a payment and confirm your reservation.

STEP3

Meeting on E-mail

We will discuss your preferred meeting time at that day and any other requests you may have.

STEP4

Go Fishing

Pick you up at the meeting point and let’s go fishing.

※Please read the Terms of use carefully before making a reservation.

FAQ

1、Do you have rental tackles?

Yes, we have rental tackles with free.

2、Could you pick up and drop off hotel or train station?

Of course.
All service charges are included in the price.

3、Can a beginner who has never fished for bass enjoy it?

Absolutely.
Especially from May to November, it is easy to catch fish and even first-time fisherman can enjoy fishing.

4、Can I make a last minute reservation?

Of course it is possible.
We have many affiliated guides, so we will do our best to accommodate even last-minute reservations.

5、Do you have any recommendations for accommodations?

Yes.
I will teach the best accommodations for you.
Please ask me on e-mail.

6、How do I make a reservation?

1、Fill in the required information on Make a reservation page and send it.

2、And then, make payment from the payment link in the reply e-mail.

3、After the payment is completed, you will receive a receipt and your reservation will be confirmed.

7、How many people can you guide us?

The maximum number of guests allowed on one boat at a time is 3, but we can guide as many people as you wish if we arrange additional boats.

Departure Point

Lake Kawaguchi / Kazu Marine

How to make a reservation

Tap on the “Book Now” button to make your reservation.

STEP1

Booking

Contact us through the reservation form by clicking on the Book button on the right side of the screen.
If you have any requests, please fill out the form.

STEP2

Online Payment

We will reply with the availability of your preferred date.
Please click on the URL in the e-mail to make a payment and confirm your reservation.

You can pay by credit card online before your trip.

STEP3

Meeting on E-mail

We will discuss your preferred meeting time at that day and any other requests you may have.

STEP4

Go Fishing

Pick you up at the meeting point and let’s go fishing.

※Please read the Terms of use carefully before making a reservation.

FAQ

1、Do you have rental tackles?

Yes, we have rental tackles with free.

2、Could you pick up and drop off hotel or train station?

Of course.
All service charges are included in the price.

3、Can a beginner who has never fished for bass enjoy it?

Absolutely.
Especially from May to November, it is easy to catch fish and even first-time fisherman can enjoy fishing.

4、Can I make a last minute reservation?

Of course it is possible.
We have many affiliated guides, so we will do our best to accommodate even last-minute reservations.

5、Do you have any recommendations for accommodations?

Yes.
I will teach the best accommodations for you.
Please ask me on e-mail.

6、How do I make a reservation?

1、Fill in the required information on Make a reservation page and send it.

2、And then, make payment from the payment link in the reply e-mail.

3、After the payment is completed, you will receive a receipt and your reservation will be confirmed.

7、How many people can you guide us?

The maximum number of guests allowed on one boat at a time is 3, but we can guide as many people as you wish if we arrange additional boats.

Departure Point

Lake Kawaguchi / Kazu Marine