Kani Factory Koragumi Open Factory in Tsuruga, Japan — Reservations from June 16

Japan’s first crab-specialized open factory, Kani Factory Koragumi, is set to open in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture on July 16, 2026. Visitors can explore the factory, enjoy interactive crab-related experiences, dine on fresh crab dishes, and shop for unique crab goods—all with free admission.

This new facility offers a unique opportunity for travelers to discover the world of crab processing up close. It combines education, entertainment, dining, and shopping in one location, making it a must-visit destination for seafood lovers and families visiting Japan during the summer season.

About Kani Factory Koragumi

Operated by Denshoku Co., Ltd., a company specializing in seafood sales and processing, Kani Factory Koragumi is an innovative open factory dedicated entirely to crab. The facility features a factory tour area where visitors can watch live crab processing through glass windows, a kids’ play zone with a ball pool and large playground equipment, a restaurant serving premium crab dishes, a food court offering quick bites, and a retail section selling fresh crab products and exclusive crab-themed merchandise.

Highlights

• Reservations for hands-on experiences like the free “Crab Shelling Experience” and the premium “Cut Fresh Snow Crab Preparation” start June 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM on the official website.
• The restaurant offers luxurious dishes such as the “Special Deluxe Seafood Bowl” and the popular “Seafood Overflow Bowl.”
• The food court features quick eats like the fan-favorite “Crab Miso Butter French Bread,” soba, pasta, and rice balls.
• The spacious facility includes 114 restaurant seats and 125 food court seats, accommodating families, couples, and groups comfortably.
• Kids can enjoy the safe and fun Kani Kids Land with a ball pool and large athletic playground.
• The retail area offers fresh cut snow crab and original crab goods unique to the factory.

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