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Iriomote Culture Discovery. Indigenous culture on Iriomote Island
Iriomote-jima, Okinawa, Japan
Taketomi-jima, Okinawa, Japan
$57.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Iriomote Culture Discovery offers a unique perspective on the indigenous culture of Iriomote Island. This exceptional tour combines local customs and history, providing a perfect blend of exploration and relaxation.
- 🌳 Stroll through Sonai, one of the oldest villages, visiting a shrine, a traditional house, and significant historical sites.
- 📜 Discover the island's lesser-known history and religion while listening to local stories and folk tales during your walk.
- 🍵 After the walk, unwind at the beach with locally made tea and sugar snacks, perfect for asking questions about the culture.
- 🎶 Enhance your understanding of Okinawan culture through folk songs, photographs, and videos shared during the tour.
- 🏞️ Enjoy the opportunity to see an original shrine where locals still pray, while learning about indigenous religion and practices.
- 🏠 Visit two traditional houses, including a designated historical monument, and learn about local household customs and architecture.
- 🦁 Gain insights into Shisa lions, household gods, and the use of corals for typhoon protection during your visit to the traditional homes.
- 🌊 Relax by the beach with stunning ocean views after your cultural exploration, sharing experiences over a shaman-made tea.
- 🐾 Service animals are welcome, ensuring an inclusive experience for all participants.
- 💪 Suitable for all physical fitness levels, making this tour accessible to everyone.
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Iriomote Culture Discovery. Indigenous culture on Iriomote Island
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- After our walk we will rest at the meeting point by the beach with an amazing view on the ocean. We will chat over a tea made by a shaman (yuta) and Iriomote black sugar for a snack.
Meeting point
The meeting point is Marumabonsan monument in Sonai village.
Return details
The meeting point is Marumabonsan monument in Sonai village.
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We will see an original shrine where people still pray nowadays. I will describe the indigenous religion, religious practices of local people and how the typical shrine is built. Please mind, we cannot go inside due to respect to the locals.
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前泊御嶽Next, we will proceed to see two traditional houses. One is a designated historical monument that we can visit and explore. I will describe how the typical household used to look like, what are the materials used to build traditional houses and local customs of worship within a house. You can find out details about Shisa lions, the household gods or the use of corals and typhoon protection.
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Old well and old forest street
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Iriomote Culture Discovery. Indigenous culture on Iriomote Island
Iriomote-jima, Okinawa, Japan
Taketomi-jima, Okinawa, Japan
$57.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!