Oma

Oma is a fishing town at the northernmost tip of Honshu, situated along a coastal area where boats and fishing facilities define the landscape. The settlement spreads along paths leading to the harbor, where daily activity concentrates around the arrival and handling of catches.

The settlement formed from the merging of two hamlets in the late 1800s and underwent administrative restructuring in the mid-1900s. These changes reflected how Japan's coastal regions adapted to modern administrative systems.

The town centers on fishing as a way of life, with the harbor serving as the hub where boats arrive daily and locals gather to handle catches. This maritime rhythm shapes how people here spend their time and connect with one another.

The town is best reached by bus from nearby Mutsu Terminal, with a journey taking around 90 minutes. Visit when weather is calm, as this is when fishing boats operate regularly and the port feels most active.

The port gained international attention after a local catch of an exceptional bluefin tuna sold for a record price at a Tokyo auction. This event brought worldwide recognition to the town and highlighted the quality of fish from this region.

Location: Shimokita District

Inception: April 1, 1889

Reference: 024236

Shares border with: Mutsu, Kazamaura, Sai

Website: https://town.ooma.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 41.52236,140.90494

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:19