Eco-tourism in Japan Page 9

• Age 5～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A great value tour that lets you enjoy Amami's classic spots, Kinsakubaru National Forest and mangrove virgin forest, in one day! This is a private tour for your group only, so you can enjoy it at your own pace. Even families with children and those who are not confident in their physical strength can participate with peace of mind, as a dedicated guide will carefully support you. ★Kinsakubaru National Forest Walking Kinsakubaru is a treasure trove of ferns and is famous for photos of giant staghorn fern trees. Enjoy nature observation in the Kinsakubaru National Forest, a World Heritage Site. The round trip is a flat 2-kilometer walk, so it is safe for children. At the turnaround point, you can descend about 30 steps to see the large trees, but those who are not confident in their physical strength can choose whether to descend or not. ★Mangrove Virgin Forest Canoe Tour This is the most popular activity in Amami. You can choose between high tide, when you go through the mangrove tunnel, and low tide, when you can observe crabs and other creatures. (You can paddle the canoe in either case) You can choose between a single-seater canoe and a double-seater canoe. If you have a preference for high tide and low tide in the mangroves, please let us know when making your reservation. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request depending on the reservation situation and the tide level of the day. We will let you know which option is available when you complete your reservation. ★Lunch included During lunch time, we will take you to a restaurant recommended by the guide!

• For Rainy Days
• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 5～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 13:00

Amami Oshima was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2021. As the reason for its registration is ``biodiversity,'' this island has many unique flora and fauna. Yuwandake is the most important place where many endemic species live. There are two routes to climb Mt. Yuwandake, but on this tour, you will walk up the wooden stairs from the 9th parking lot to the observation deck and shrine near the top. It's not a mountain trail, so it's easy to walk, and you can observe plants unique to Mt. Yuwandake along the way. (Anyone who has no problem walking or going up and down stairs in daily life can participate. The walk will take about 30 minutes each way.) On a clear day, you can see a wide view of Amami Oshima from the observation deck. However, as the name ``cloud forest'' suggests, Mt. Yuwandake has a unique environment where clouds and fog gather throughout the year, and there is a lot of rain. Therefore, if you're lucky you can see the view from the observation deck, but for me (the guide), the real view is on rainy days. We want you to enjoy this natural environment! After Mt. Yuwandake, we will stop at Materia Falls to take commemorative photos and have tea time. Date: Meet at Naze Sports Park in Amami City or pick up at hotel ↓ Transfer to Mt. Yuwandake (travel time varies depending on the pick-up location) Arrival at Mt. Yuwandake parking lot ↓ Arrive at Nature Walk Observation Deck/Shrine while observing flora and fauna ↓ Arrival at Shimoyama parking lot ↓ Transfer 15 minutes Materia Falls ↓ Arrive at hotel on the way back

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a tour that takes you around the highlights of Amami Oshima such as the sea, forests, and rivers in one day! Participation is possible for 1 to 6 people, and since it is a group price, the more participants, the better the price per person! While guiding you to spots with beautiful nature and hidden spots recommended by your guide, you can also request places you want to visit that you found on SNS or in a guidebook. Basically, we will guide you to spots that you can explore by simply walking after getting off the car. Therefore, people who are not confident in their physical strength, young children, and the elderly can also enjoy it. Of course, transportation is included, so there's no need to rent a car! Let's leave the transportation to the guide and enjoy the nature of Amami Oshima to the fullest! What kind of places can you go to? - A cape covered with bamboo shrubs - A forest of endemic species registered as a World Natural Heritage Site - A beautiful mountain stream that is home to an endangered species called Ryukyu Ayu - A place where you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea. For those who are interested in the history of Amami's dazzling blue white sand beaches, we will guide you through tropical Japanese gardens, Amami Oshima's traditional houses, local shrines, and more, depending on your interests! Mangrove canoeing is also available with a guide as an option!

• Pickup Service
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

・Walk and play in the forest at the foot of Mt. Daisen in Tottori Prefecture, which is famous for Hoshitori Prefecture, and the dark night of the plateau.・Experience sharpening the five senses in the starlight and moonlight without using lights as much as possible.・Remove mobile phones, watches, and electronic devices, and move from a bright night life with electricity to a night forest without man-made objects. Let's enjoy digital detox, space time.・You can find traces and figures of creatures that are active at night, and if the time is right, you can also observe Himebotaru and Earthworm.・If the weather is good, you can also enjoy stargazing, moon viewing, and meteor shower viewing. In summer, you can also appreciate fishing lights from fishing boats off the Sea of ​​Japan.・Unlike hiking and trekking, we don't do strenuous walking or up-and-down walks in order to experience the darkness of the night. Anyone who can walk is welcome to participate. (If you use a wheelchair or have difficulty walking, please contact us. We will select a field and implement it.) ・This is a program for Japanese people, but we can also accommodate foreign tourists by hiring an interpreter. An interpreter will be charged separately. (Additional 10,000 yen required for interpreter)

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 120
• Within 1 hour
• 00:00 / 01:00 / 02:00 / 03:00 / 04:00 / 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00 / 22:00 / 23:00

A starry sky photo tour by a photographer from Miyakojima! How about taking starry sky photos as a memento of your trip to Miyakojima and its magnificent starry sky? We will discuss your image of the photo shoot and the location in advance while being considerate of each customer, and we will take photos safely even for those with small children, providing you with smiles and excitement through photos. Customers' photos are posted on our Instagram account → @masasuke_photograph ☺︎ Same-day reservations are possible.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

The tour starts with a canoe ride through the mangroves as the sun sets and the sky turns red! The sky gradually darkens, and you can explore the mangroves in a canoe as they become pitch black. If you're lucky, you can enjoy a completely different atmosphere from daytime, such as the starry sky, the moon, bioluminescent plants, and the cries of owls. If you enter the mangroves with just a headlamp, you can enjoy a different atmosphere from daytime. On rainy or cloudy days... you may not be able to see the sunset or stars, but you can put on a headlamp and explore the mangroves! Enjoy a dim and thrilling jungle cruise! Schedule ① Meet at the Mangrove Park Roadside Station ② Arrive at the kayak launch point and receive a preparation lecture. We will explain how to row and what to be careful of. ③ Kayak tour Let's row a kayak and explore the mangroves! The mangroves illuminated by the setting sun, the tree tunnel, and the starry sky are all extraordinary experiences. ⑤ Disbandment * Regarding the safety of the tour, the tour will be held after thoroughly checking the weather forecast, tide levels, and field conditions in advance. Headlamps will be provided for each person, and the tour will be led by a guide. In addition, we will provide appropriate kayaking lectures and advice to customers, and the tour will be conducted in accordance with safety standards. *The only option for the start time when applying is 6:00 p.m., but the meeting time varies depending on the time of sunset, and the guideline is to meet approximately 45 minutes before sunset. We will inform you of the time again after your reservation is confirmed. *If you select [I would like] for a private tour in the question section, you will be guided by only one group. If you select [I don't care], you may be grouped with another customer. The price will not change.

• For Rainy Days
• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 18～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

The "waist" of Ishigaki Island is a wonderful place where you can see the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean at the same time. You can enjoy an adventure while touring the waist area in a buggy and enjoying the beauty and scenery of nature. Guided by the guide staff, you can enjoy a break and take photos at a scenic spot while feeling the breeze on the buggy. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 (13:00) Please speak to the staff at the meeting reception (inside Logasis Terrace). Please fill out the application form, consent form, etc. ★Those participating in the afternoon can have lunch from 12:00 before the meeting starts. 9:15 (13:15) Explanation The guide staff will explain how to ride the buggy and precautions. 9:30 (13:00) Departure It's finally time to depart! Enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island while feeling the breeze. 11:30 (15:30) End of the tour The tour ends when you return to the terrace. Please be careful not to leave anything behind. ★Those participating in the morning can have lunch from 12:00. ★Great perks included★ ・Lunch (Yaeyama soba) ・Photo data ・Mineral water

• Age 12～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

An original tour combining a mangrove canoe and a hiking to the unexplored waterfall that is not on the map! Let's enjoy plenty of natural water from Amami Oshima with waterfalls - forests - rivers - and the sea! ! ~ Flow of the day ~ ● Total travel time: 8 hours ● Experience time: 7 hours ① Move to the airport or hotel ~ Mangrove: 60 minutes ② Mangrove canoe: 90 minutes ③ Move to lunch place: 30 minutes ④ Lunch: 60 minutes ⑤ Move to waterfall: 45 minutes ⑥ Hiking to the waterfall: 90 minutes ⑦ Move to airport or hotel while walking down: 90 minutes

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Touch the mystery of the evolution of the flora and fauna of Ogasawara! The course can be set according to the customer's request. Recommended for those who want to take a leisurely mountain walk!

• Pickup Service
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 19:00

Night tour going to see rare wild animals unique to Amami night! Many rare animals such as amamino rabbit, Amami Ishiaka frog, Amamiyamashigi live. Doki Doki, let's go to the exciting Night tour ! ~ Tour steps ~ ● Total required time (including change of clothes, movement, including experience time) 　4 hours ● Experience time 　2 hours ① Move from accommodation to Amami Oshima Chubu: Approximately 60 minutes ② Night tour: about 100 minutes ③ While staying on the way to the accommodation: About 90 minutes

• Pickup Service
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

This is TokonatsuBase. We are conducting a sap tour using the surface of a dam lake in northern Okinawa prefecture, completely reserved for one group. Surrounding the dam lake is the Yanbar Forest, which is registered as a World Natural Heritage Site. You can hear birds chirping, the wind blowing, and the sounds of nature. Since it's on the surface of the lake, there are no waves and you don't have to worry about being washed away. Let's have a great adventure in Yanbaru Forest.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 75
• 2～3 hours

Enjoy a trekking tour and river fun while soothing yourself in nature at Yanbaru National Park, a World Heritage Site. Free transportation to and from the site. Free photography with an insta360 (underwater photography possible). Video editing is also available for an additional fee. Tour times: Morning session 8:00-11:30 Afternoon session 11:00-16:30 Free life jacket and shoe rental. Toilets and showers available. *Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet. Please bring a change of clothes.

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

The mangrove of the Oura River, which pours into Oura Bay, is one of the largest in Okinawa and is said to be in the best preserved condition in Okinawa. It is said that the richness of Oura Bay is due to the nutrients in the Yanbaru Forest slowly permeating the sea through the mud. We will guide you not only about the ecology of plants and small animals with mangroves, but also about the relationship between the Yanbaru forest and the sea ♪ Please enjoy the blissful time surrounded by the greenery of the mangroves and Yanbaru forest. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① We will meet at the parking lot on the promenade side of Wansaka Oura Park. Please contact the guide. 5 minutes ② Listen to a brief explanation about mangroves and enter the promenade. 5 minutes ③ Listen to explanations from the guide about small animals such as crabs and plants such as mangroves in various places. 50 minutes ④ At the final point of the promenade, take a break and tour the subsidence bridge. 10 minutes ⑤ Go back to Wansaka Oura Park through the promenade or Oura village, and you're done. Thank you for your hard work. 20 min

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Touch the mystery of the evolution of the flora and fauna of Ogasawara! The course can be set according to the customer's request. half-day tour, so you're free to spend the rest of your time.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 5～Age 75
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

It is a tour where you can walk and see the natural coral! There are tide pools on the beach rocks all over Japan, where there are small fish and crabs. Such a tide pool is called "Inno" in the Okinawan dialect. In addition, the rocky area is also a [coral reef topography] formed by stacking coral and shells. Surrounded by coral reefs, Ino offers natural coral and colorful tropical fish. ★ Approximately 30 minutes by car to the airport and Naha city ★ The beach where you can experience is about 30 minutes by car from the airport and Naha city. You can enjoy it in your spare time on the day you arrive in Okinawa, or just before you board the return flight. You can also come by local bus. * The name of the beach is hidden to prevent congestion on the beach. ★ Safe on rainy days ★ If the event is difficult due to bad weather, you can transfer to the “indoor experience” conducted by the Nature Experience School. * Indoor experience: Shisa painting, glitter ball strap making, mars amulet making, kaleidoscope making A new way to enjoy the sea of Okinawa while walking along the coral reef with a guide. Please try it once!

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

・ Untouched forest. Guided tour where you can feel the nature of Okinawa!・ 100 kinds of animals and plants have been confirmed on the course of about 600m.・ It is safe and secure as you walk along the maintained promenade. Once you step into the forest, you'll see a tropical jungle view that you can't see on the mainland. Approximately 100 species of flora and fauna have been identified in the untouched Forest of Horohoro, including large banyan trees, tropical plants, endangered species and natural monuments. ★ Recommended for the day you arrive in Okinawa or the day you depart from Okinawa ★ The Forest of Horohoro is about 30 minutes by car from the airport and downtown Naha. It is the closest place to the city and is a spot where you can enjoy the tropical nature. The atmosphere of the forest arouses an adventurous spirit. ★ Safe on rainy days ★ If the event is difficult due to bad weather, you can transfer to the “indoor experience” conducted by the Nature Experience School. * Indoor experience: Shisa painting, glitter ball strap making, mars amulet making, kaleidoscope making We may be able to respond to inquiries on the day. Please feel free to contact us!

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

About 74 species of butterflies have been confirmed in Okinoerabujima. Dragonfly has been 28 different confirmation. It will guide you through the observation location. 4 hour course and one day course will be selected. Content to enjoy, regardless of age from children to the elderly. Family and friends, please be widely utilized for travel of a couple.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00 / 19:00 / 20:00

Recommended course where you can enjoy a SUP experience and a mangrove viewing cruise all in one! Find creatures that you can't normally see and feel the thrill of navigating through the darkness on your own! Recommended for those who want to feel the nature of Okinawa at night and are looking for an extraordinary experience.

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Recommended courses SUP experience and mangrove forest viewing can enjoy at once! Slowly cruising through the forest of mysterious Mangurogu in SUP!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00

Okinawa Yanbaru River Trekking is a classic activity that can be enjoyed by parents and children! Let's feel refreshed by soaking in the water while feeling the greenery!

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Enjoy a sense of unity with nature with a mangrove kayak! The mangrove of the Oura River, which pours into Oura Bay, which is rich in biodiversity, is one of the largest in Okinawa and is said to be in the best preserved state in Okinawa. It is said that the richness of Oura Bay is due to the nutrients in the Yanbaru Forest slowly permeating the sea through the mud. We will guide you not only about the ecology of mangroves but also about the relationship between the forest of Yanbaru and the sea ♪ You can enjoy kayaking with peace of mind without waves, so it is perfect for families with young children. Please be healed while gazing at the mangrove forest in a relaxed flow ☆ 彡 ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gather at Wansaka Oura Park 5 minutes ② Check your clothes and belongings. Wear a life jacket and listen to instructions on how to row a kayak. 10 minutes ③ Finally board the kayak and depart. You can go well right away. 10 minutes ④ Go slowly through the mangrove. The guide will talk about mangroves. 40 minutes ⑤ Return to the starting point, change clothes, shower, etc. Thank you for your hard work. 25 minutes

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00

If you visit Amami Oshima, mangroves are a must-visit place. However, during the day the mangroves are crowded with people and have become a lively tourist destination. In the early morning, there are no people in the mangroves, so it is quiet and you can see the mangroves as they are. In the early morning, the mangroves are dimly lit and filled with morning mist, creating an indescribably beautiful sight. There are days when you see the sunrise, and there are days when it rains a lot, but all in all, this is the beauty of Amami Oshima. Sun, rain, fog, you can enjoy it all in the early morning mangroves! Schedule ① Hotel pick-up The approximate pick-up time is below. The sunrise time will vary slightly, so we will provide you with details after you make your reservation. [Naze 6:15, Sumiyo Town 6:30, Tatsugo Town 5:50, Kasari Town 5:30, Yamato Village 5:50, Setouchi Town 6:15, Uken Village 6:15] ② Arrive at kayaking pier We will explain how to row and precautions. ③ Kayak tour (120 minutes) Stroll through the mangroves by rowing a kayak. It is a special view that can only be seen in the morning. ④BreakfastEat breakfast in the midst of nature. ⑤ Drop off at your hotel and a certified eco-tour guide will guide you It's not just that the scenery is beautiful! Mangroves are very different from the places we live in everyday life and are truly extraordinary. Certified guides with extensive knowledge of nature will guide you thoroughly. * Regarding tour safety, the guide for this tour will be an instructor who has taken a kayak training program. We will provide appropriate lectures and advice to customers who are new to kayaking, and conduct tours in accordance with safety standards.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 59
• 3～4 hours
• 08:15 / 12:45

Anyone can easily enjoy the sea of ​​Ishigaki Island by snorkeling! This course is recommended for first-timers, those who are worried about not being able to swim, or those who are scared but still want to take a peek at the ocean. Why not spend a relaxing and luxurious time at Sandbar, a beautiful phantom island that will make you forget the time?

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:45

Nokogiriyama is known as a lesser known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. With its jagged ridgeline resembling the teeth of a saw, and the remains of the quarry where Boso stone was quarried by the stone-cutting industry until the Showa era, it looks like an abandoned building, and this otherworldly space that appears in the middle of nature has become popular. On this tour, you will pass through the streets of Kanaya, which once flourished as a stone-cutting industry, and climb the "Sharikko Road," a road that once transported quarried stone, with a guide. While enjoying the climb, which is low above sea level but has a large elevation difference, you will feel the breath of the craftsmen of the time, and trace the history of how Boso stone supported Japan's modernization and declined over time.

• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:50

Nokogiriyama is known as a low-profile mountain on the Boso Peninsula. On its southern side is the grounds of Nippon-ji Temple, the imperial temple of Emperor Shomu, which will celebrate its 1,300th anniversary in 2025. This plan is a half-day tour to experience the charms of Nokogiriyama Nippon-ji Temple, starting from JR Yasuda Station, walking along the main approach to the temple and climbing Nokogiriyama from the mountain gate. Once inside the Nippon-ji Temple grounds, you can enjoy the mystical atmosphere of the tallest Buddha statue in Japan (as a seated statue and rock-carved Buddha), as well as the 1,500 arhat statues arranged on the mountainside. Climb the stairs to the top of the mountain, pass by the famous photo spots "Hell Peek" and "Hyakushaku Kannon", and then use the ropeway to return down the mountain.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 4～5 hours
• 09:45

A private trekking tour with a guide around the sights of Mt. Nokogiri, a lesser-known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. This is a special tour that allows you to enjoy the sights of Mt. Nokogiri, a unique mountain where the remains of the stone-cutting industry that supported the region and the Buddhist world of Nihon-ji Temple are back to back, all in one day! We start by walking through the streets of Kanaya, which flourished as a stone-cutting industry from the Edo period to the Showa period, and then head to the Nokogiriyama Ropeway Station. After entering the grounds of Nihon-ji Temple and worshiping the "Hyakushaku Kannon," we trace the scenery and history of the remains of the quarry, which once flourished as a stone-cutting industry and now stands like an ancient ruin. After that, we proceed while listening to the guide's explanations about the sights such as the famous photo spots "Peeking into Hell" and "1,500 Arhats," and the tallest "Great Buddha" in Japan (as a seated statue and rock-carved Buddha), and finally descend the mountain by ropeway and disband. *There will be a lunch break along the way.

• Age 1～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

[Highlights of the plan] We start from the beach near Logasis and head for the mysterious mangroves. You can see various kinds of creatures on the beach and mangroves, and if you're lucky, you might encounter sea turtles and sawtooth spiders. Please also pay attention to the "Challenge Tree" recommended by the guide staff! [About the guide staff] On the tour, the main guide will be an islander (Shimanchu) staff who is familiar with Ishigaki Island. We will arrange the tour content according to the weather, sea and river conditions, number of customers, etc., so please feel free to come with children or beginners. [Experience flow] 9:00 (13:00) Please call the staff at the meeting reception (inside Logasis Terrace). Please fill out the application form, consent form, etc. ⚪︎ Afternoon participants can have lunch from 12:00 before the meeting starts. 9:15 (13:15) Explanation, preparation of tools The guide staff will explain the precautions for the tour. Customers will also choose life jackets and marine boots for rental. 9:30 (13:00) Departure It's finally time to depart! Feel the breeze and enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island. 11:30 (15:30) End of tour The tour ends when you return to the terrace. Please be careful not to leave anything behind on the way home. ○Those who join in the morning can enjoy lunch from 12:00. [Great benefits included] Lunch (Yaeyama soba) Photo data Mineral water

• Age 6～
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

Wazuka-cho, Kyoto Prefecture, is the main producing area of Uji tea, and it is also known as the "chagenkyo" because of the beauty of its tea plantations. In Wazuka Town, a guided tea plantation walk for about 1 hour. The scenery that you can see while walking is definitely on Instagram ☆ After having enjoyed the story about tea with such scenery, we will carefully brew the Uji tea produced in Wazuka, which is recommended at that time. You'll be amazed at the scent and taste. Please enjoy it with a Japanese-style confectionery shop made in Wazuka Town.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

"Wild Bird Forest Nature Watching" is Picchio's signature tour. While walking through "Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest", you can observe seasonal creatures. The walking distance is just under 2 kilometers. Anyone can enjoy it, from small children to the elderly.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

We will walk lightly through the forest while Explanations vegetation such as shrub forests and coastal forests. It is recommended for those who want to enjoy watching nature while relaxing.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups