Suisan Fish Market

Fresh and frozen seafood, poke, and local specialties

On September 17, 1907, Torazuki Hayashi and Hitaro Egawa formed a cooperative named Sui San Kabushiki Kaisha. Kamezo Matsuno and other peddlers and fishermen became associates and purchased the entire business of R.A. Lucas, which included the unexpired lease of newly established Gehr Fish Market. After the end of World War II, and just as Japanese fishermen received permission from the military to resume fishing, the 1946 tsunami destroyed most of the Japanese fishing fleet. The destructive tsunami also claimed many homes and businesses along Hilo Bay and the Waiakea area, and Suisan was destroyed. In 1960 a large tsunami devastated the Hilo Bay area and Suisan Fish Market once again suffered much damage, but overcame yet another tragedy. Because of the wide-spread devastation, almost all of the surrounding homes and businesses were relocated to other parts of town outside of the tsunami zone. However, Suisan’s Fish Market Division remained at the mouth of the Wailoa River.

Robert S.
Manager
As the Retail Fish Market Manager, my desire is to honor our product with excellent customer service. Whether for personal consumption or an event, our expert team is here to provide guidance with seafood selection, preparation recommendations, and pairings.

I love all types of cuisine, with local fish being my favorite ingredient, and I’m excited to share my passion with you. Let’s make good food together!