Fishing Spots ＞ East Asia (CN/KR)
Yellowtail amberjack/Amberjack/metal jigJigging（青島・大連）
1 captains listed · sea category. A spot in Qingdao/Dalian (East Asia (CN/KR)) targeting Yellowtail amberjack/Amberjack/metal jigJigging. Check the tide, captains and recent catches, then contact them directly via public social accounts. Access, climate and lodging are in the details below.
The gateway to Qingdao is Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO), located about 39 km northwest of the city center. International routes such as Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore and Frankfurt operate here, and with a “zero-transfer” design that integrates Metro Line 8 and a high-speed rail station directly beneath the terminal, you can reach the city and port areas in a short time.
| From | Route | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo (Narita/Haneda) | Direct flight to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) | About 3 hours | From TAO to the city, take Metro Line 8 then transfer to Line 1/3, or a taxi takes about 40–50 min (¥100–120 as a guide). |
| Seoul (Incheon) | Direct flight to TAO | About 1.5 hours | With many flights from Korea, it is convenient as a transit hub. Travel from the airport to the city center and coastal ports by metro/taxi. |
| Major mainland Chinese cities (Beijing, Shanghai, etc.) | Domestic flight or high-speed rail toward TAO/Qingdao Station | About 1–2 hours by air | TAO also has many domestic flights. The high-speed rail directly beneath the terminal connects to the city and nearby cities. |
| TAO (airport) → Qingdao city/port | Metro Line 8 to Qingdao North Station → transfer to Line 1/3, or taxi | About 37 min by metro to Qingdao North Station | To the coastal ports that serve as boarding bases for inshore fishing, a city transfer or taxi is convenient. |
Coordinates: 36.07, 120.38（Open in Google Maps）
Yellowtail amberjack/Amberjack/metal jigJigging
The best season for inshore fishing around Qingdao (inshore/bottom fish/largehead hairtail/flounder, etc.) is autumn. Local sources say late autumn (roughly the September–November autumn run season) is the year’s best sea-fishing season, when Spanish mackerel and other migratory fish move north along the coast and become targets. Early spring (mid-March to mid-May) is also a good spring window, with the period around the Qingming Festival being prime for sea bass. Flounder (left-eye flounder/righteye flounder) is caught in large numbers along the coast such as the eastern tip of Xuejiadao in autumn.
○ in season: Sep–Nov
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For Yellowtail amberjack Amberjack Topwater casting and jigging are the mainstays.
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Qingdao has a mild continental climate with distinct four seasons: winters are cold and dry (mornings and nights below freezing in January–February), and summers are hot and humid. Due to the marine influence, summers are relatively milder than inland. As a guide, wear a thick coat and winter gear in winter, layers or a light jacket in spring and autumn, and breathable clothing in summer.
| Month | Avg ℃ | High ℃ | Low ℃ | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1 | 3 | -4 | Deep winter. Thick coat, winter gear, hat and gloves. | |
| 1 | 4 | -3 | Still cold. Heavy winter clothing. | |
| 5 | 9 | 1 | Chilly early spring. A coat or thick jacket. | |
| 11 | 15 | 7 | Comfortable. Layers or a light jacket. | |
| 17 | 21 | 13 | Pleasant. Long sleeves plus a light layer. | |
| 21 | 24 | 17 | Mild. Mainly short sleeves, with a light jacket morning and night. | |
| 25 | 27 | 22 | Hot and humid. Short sleeves and breathable clothing. | |
| 26 | 29 | 23 | Hottest. Short sleeves, sun protection, stay hydrated. | |
| 22 | 25 | 18 | Lingering heat to comfortable. Short sleeves plus a light layer. | |
| 16 | 20 | 12 | Crisp autumn. Long sleeves or a light jacket. | |
| 9 | 13 | 5 | Getting cold. A coat or thick jacket. | |
| 2 | 5 | -1 | Full winter. Thick coat and winter gear. |
| Class | Property | Price (approx) | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-end | 青島涵碧楼酒店 (The Lalu Qingdao) | — | Mainland China’s first super five-star luxury resort. A secluded seaside location with minimalist, upscale rooms and private villas. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | 青島海尔洲際酒店 (InterContinental Qingdao) | — | A seaside five-star within Shinan District’s Olympic Sailing Center. Over 400 rooms, most with sea views. Close to May Fourth Square and the metro, convenient for sightseeing. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | 青島威斯汀酒店 (The Westin Qingdao) | — | In Shinan District’s downtown, right by the May Fourth Square metro station. A Marriott-affiliated five-star within walking distance of the Olympic Sailing Center. Well located for both business and sightseeing. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 青島香格里拉大酒店 (Shangri-La Hotel Qingdao) | — | Opened in 1997, an established five-star on Hong Kong Road in Shinan District. With the calm interior typical of Shangri-La, it is a trusted standby well regarded by locals. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 青島海景花園大酒店 (Qingdao Sea View Garden Hotel) | — | A European-garden-style five-star on Donghai Road in Shinan District. One road from the sea, with an outdoor garden of about 3,000 m² and a large banquet hall, a seaside hotel. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | 青島八大関宾馆 (Badaguan Hotel) | — | An establishment opened in 1988, located on Shanhaiguan Road in Badaguan. Within a lush villa area, with good access to the No.1 Bathing Beach and nearby scenery. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 全季酒店 青島 (Ji Hotel / 五四広場・奥帆中心周辺) | — | A popular value-focused chain. Highly rated locally for location, facilities and safety management. Around May Fourth Square, the metro and gourmet streets are within walking distance. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 桔子水晶酒店 青島 (Crystal Orange Hotel) | — | A well-designed mid-range chain. Highly rated for room facilities and service, offering a comfortable stay at a more affordable price than five-star hotels. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | 漢庭酒店 青島太平角店 (Hanting Hotel) | — | An economy chain on Hong Kong West Road in Shinan District. Close to Badaguan and Taipingjiao, suited to those wanting to keep costs down as a base for seaside strolls. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Name | Cuisine | Budget | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 船歌魚水饺 (闽江路店ほか) | Jiaodong cuisine / seafood dumplings | About 80–100 yuan per person | A famous chain for Qingdao’s signature handmade fish dumplings. Spanish mackerel, cuttlefish and yellow croaker dumplings are the specialties. Clean and popular with tourists too. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 兄弟焼烤・海鮮大咖 (青島ビール博物館店) | Seafood / grilled (barbecue) | About 60–100 yuan per person (Haixian Daka around 150 yuan/4–5 people) | On Dengzhou Road beer street, across from the Beer Museum. The heaping seafood platter “Haixian Daka” is the specialty, and you can drink unfiltered fresh draft beer delivered straight from the brewery. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 永紅源 啤酒・焼烤・海鮮・大排档 (台柳路店) | Seafood / grilled / popular tavern | About 60–100 yuan per person | An open-air eatery across from the Tsingtao brewery. Known for grilled turbot and fresh draft beer, a lively spot with strong local color. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 老地方海鮮啤酒屋 (総店・台東歩行街) | Seafood / local-beer tavern | About 60–90 yuan per person | A seafood-and-beer house in the bustling Taidong area. The combo of fresh draft beer and spicy stir-fried clams is the standard, a locally popular spot. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 王姐焼烤 (浙江路・曲阜路交差点付近) | Grilled / street food | About 20–50 yuan per person | An established grilled-skewer stand reputed for variety and good cheap eats. Grilled squid is the specialty, perfect for snacking while strolling the old town. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| 登州路啤酒街 (ビールストリート) | Gourmet street / seafood-grill open-air eateries | About 60–120 yuan per person | A drinking street where open-air eateries large and small gather around the Beer Museum. In summer it bustles all day, offering seafood, grilled dishes and fresh draft beer. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
Nearby spots easy to combine into one trip (straight-line distance). See the map above for locations.