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First-Time Visitor Info
Sightseeing
Eat & Drink
The Island Trip × Beach Cleanup
Ecotourism is a form of travel that aims to deepen your understanding of local nature and culture while being mindful of the environment. The beaches of the Oki Islands, surrounded by the sea, are…
Oki Islands Folk Dance: Shigesa Dance Experience (max 9 participants)
In the Edo period (1603–1868), the Oki Islands were a port of call on the kitamaebune trading ship route. These ships traveled between Hokkaido and Osaka, stopping in many regions along their way and…
Iwagaki Oyster Shell Craft
If you are interested in art, why not try making your own craft using rock oyster shells? You can decorate the shell with paint, sea glass, sand and other small shells. The final product can be used …
Mini Jā-maki Straw Snake Weaving Experience
Jā-maki is a Shinto ritual held on 28 November every year in all seven districts of Chibu Village. The local residents weave a “snake god” from straw to pray for various things, such as to ward off e…
Oki Mōmō Dome, Bull Sumo Demonstration
Oki Ushi-zuki Bull Sumo is a traditional culture said to be the oldest bullfighting tradition in Japan. Even the sightseeing demonstrations are intensely powerful! Bullfighting traditions exist in…
Nature Arts & Crafts
Take a walk to scavenge for sea glass, driftwood, and other treasures to use in making accessories, candle holders, a drinking glass, driftwood art, and more. Try your hand at making houosehold tools…
Sea Jewelry
Bring your own sea glass or use the sea glass prepared by the organizer to make your own accessory (earrings, hair clip, etc). This indoor activity can be enjoyed even on rainy days.
Fabric Dyeing (using local Oki clay)
Try your hand at fabric dyeing using mud from Nishinoshima Island! You will first design your own unique pattern, pick a colour and then you will dye the tenugui towel using mud collected on the isla…
Pottery Making
Enjoy making cups, plates and other items of your choice with the local pottery expert! Your items will be dried, fired and sent to you, at an additional cost within Japan only, 1–2 months after your…
Shichimi Seasoning Making Experience
Make your own blend of this Japanese spice! Shichimi is a seasoning blend of seven ingredients, traditionally including two types of peppers and five other seasoning ingredients. When it was first so…
Special Activity Menu for Guests at Minshuku Nakahama
There is a variety of activities waiting for those who stay at Minshuku Nakahama. Try your hand at those activities and experience Japanese culture and the slow life of rural Japan! *The activities …
