Eco-tourism in Japan Page 12

• Age 3～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 13:30

Mangrove kayak and SUP exploration tour in the great outdoors! Entry fee includes 1,500 yen for interacting with squirrel monkeys! ◉You can take turns to experience both kayaking and SUP, which anyone can enjoy, at Yaima Village, a place you absolutely must visit when you come to Ishigaki Island! There are also many photogenic spots! ◉You can see Ishigaki Island's primeval forests and rare creatures at Nagra Ampar, a Ramsar Convention Protected Area. This point is limited. ◉Even during the drive, a guide who knows Ishigaki Island inside and out will show you tourist spots and secret information, so you won't get bored. ◉You can ride with your children in tandem (multiple people riding together). Kayaks are available for ages 3 and up, and SUP is available for ages 7 and up! Children 10 and up will be riding alone. (Regular price) ◉It's a leisurely ride through the mangroves, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength can do it. *Kayak and SUP time is about 1 hour, and it will only be held when the tide is high. *Kayak and SUP can be taken on the day of the tour! [4 people on SUP and 12 people on kayaks at once]

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 06:00 / 09:30 / 13:00

This is a guided kayak tour in the spectacular scenery of Lake Motosu, which boasts the highest transparency in Honshu. In addition to the guide's tour of the sights and nature commentary, in the summer you can play with water guns and jump out of the kayak! You will ride in a stable kayak, so even beginners can feel at ease! You can also enjoy it with small children and dogs. Even customers who are worried about whether they can paddle at first will be able to paddle smoothly in the second half. The water surface feels very close, so it is also suitable for taking photos. Let's make memories of your trip at the beautiful Lake Motosu! [The charm of Lake Motosu] 13 kilometers in circumference, a depth of 130 meters, and the highest transparency in Honshu! It is a very beautiful lake! If you want to see more than this, you will have to go to a lake in Hokkaido! ・The blue lake, "Motosu Blue" The color of the water changes as the depth changes, so pay attention to that too! ・Straight to the point! A view of Mt. Fuji! It is difficult in summer when it is hidden by clouds, but you can enjoy the "breathtaking view" in other seasons! If you want to see Mt. Fuji, we recommend October to May! - There are no motorboats, so there are no artificial waves and it is easy to row. [Characteristics by time of day] ☆From 6:00 ☆ Early mornings are often calm, making it very easy to row. When the conditions are good, you can see Mt. Fuji upside down! Highly recommended by guides! ☆From 9:30 ☆ This is a popular time. Although it is not as strong as early mornings, the wind is calm and it is easy to row. ☆From 13:00 ☆ The wind tends to blow in the afternoon. It is a popular time, but it is recommended for experienced people. For beginners and those with children, early morning and morning are recommended. [Characteristics by season] ☆Spring March to May ☆ It is a season when it gradually gets warmer, and it is easy to see the snow-covered Mt. Fuji, and you can enjoy the magnificent view. ☆Summer June to September ☆ This is the season when Mt. Fuji is easily hidden by clouds. The cold water temperature gradually warms up, and you can enjoy swimming in the lake from July. It is also fun to jump into the beautiful lake! ☆Autumn October to November ☆ The season when the bustling lakeside becomes quiet. The trees of Lake Motosu, surrounded by broadleaf trees, begin to turn red. The leaves turn red in early November. Also, during this season, Mt. Fuji, which is covered in clouds in summer, begins to become visible. Snow falls around October. ☆Winter from December to February☆ During the severe winter, the temperature drops below zero. It is a cold season, but you can see the beautiful Mt. Fuji. *Our company is a Lake Motosu tour operator certified by Fujikawaguchiko Town. *Photos taken by the guide during the tour will be given to you for free as digital files at a later date! *Tandem boats are the standard, but single kayaks are also available upon request. If you would like a single kayak, please specify "single preference."

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 65
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 08:30

At Naughty Boys, our motto is "More fun! More intense!!" and we run tours with the perspective of customers who want an active tour. In order for adults to enjoy themselves to the fullest, participants are limited to junior high school students and above... but due to strong customer requests, we have also prepared a family plan for elementary school students and above! Please come and visit Rafting Naughty Boys, which was founded by guides who have been involved in rafting on the Kuma River since its inception and have over 15 years of experience. - Schedule for the day - 8:30 Meet → Check-in/Payment → Change of clothes → Move/Explanation 9:00 Depart 11:00 Goal → Move 12:00 Disband "Diving" experience point available

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 15:30

Popular No1 half-day Rafting When, BBQ It is a super advantageous plan including rental of equipment! BBQ Please prepare all ingredients for yourself! Elementary school students Rafting of Basic charge only! BBQ Is free ☆ Let's enjoy the best refreshing feeling in Minakami Town full of nature with mountains and rivers! [Freestyle BBQ details of】 ・ All ingredients are prepared by the customer. ・ BBQ The place of DEEP NATURE is surrounded by 360 ℃ mountains! (Not along the river) ・ Rental equipment is stove, charcoal, tongs, dishes, cups, refrigerators, etc. BBQ The minimum required for ・ The facility is available from 8:00 to 18:00. (※ If you are going for an afternoon tour, BBQ Then you can relax! ) ・ Within the group Rafting Customers who do not participate in the service will also be charged an additional 500 per person yen Facilities available at! [Freestyle BBQ Notes] ・ Since the facility is only for location and equipment rental, you are requested to do everything from preparation to tidying up. ・ Please take your garbage home. ・ Rafting Never drink before your tour.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Kumejima Firefly Museum, we will move by car and walk in the darkness like an underground expedition. We will show you the traces of old people's customs and the wonders of creatures that are connected to the global environment. Time required will take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 08:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The first diving experience in the clear and beautiful sea of Yakushima. The clear blue sea of Yakushima nurtures a rich ecosystem and creates a rich paradise where various creatures live in peace. Let's take a peek at the beautiful sea of Yakushima! If you are lucky, you may meet sea turtles. This is a basic 1 dive course. * I really want to see sea turtles! Please consider participating in the "Special 1 Dive Course". The sea turtle encounter rate will increase dramatically because you can go offshore more by diving for a longer time.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 14:00

The Shiretoko Five Lakes are a scenic spot that represents Shiretoko. Surrounded by virgin forest, you can walk around all five of the mystical lakes on the ground walkway and the elevated boardwalk. Walk through the forest where many wild animals and plants live and experience the majestic nature of Shiretoko up close.

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• Age 5～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 17:45 / 18:00 / 18:15 / 18:30 / 18:45 / 19:00 / 19:15

As the sun sets in the west, we set off from the mouth of the river and kayak into the mangrove-covered river. It starts to get dark, the creatures of the day go to sleep, and the creatures of the night appear. Large bats fly overhead, and nocturnal crabs and hermit crabs make their appearance. Starry sky full of marks by the time you return. Occasionally, fantastic lights such as noctilucent insects and fireflies that cannot be seen in the city create the darkness of the night. There is a data sending service for photos taken by the staff during the tour!

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 14:00

This is a popular tour with a high chance of encountering wild animals. You can walk through the animal trails of a special virgin forest area that you cannot walk on without a guide, and enjoy the majestic scenery of cliffs with a drop of over 100m and the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. This is a recommended tour where you can experience the overwhelming natural beauty that is unique to Shiretoko.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:40 / 13:30

Arrival and departure at Kohamajima Snorkeling You can land on "Island of Illusion"half-day It is a plan of The travel time to the point is short, so there is less concern for small children and seasickness, so it's easy to enjoy! Experience colorful tropical fish and Churaumi Snorkeling"Experience! You can also land on the" phantom island "in the best location where you can hardly find it all over the world! It is a special tour that can be enjoyed with us who are the pioneers of the phantom island tour ♪ ♪

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:30

Shiretoko is a treasure trove of wildlife. On this tour, you will travel by car into the national park at night, and after a lecture, you will search for wildlife while riding in the car. The excitement of spotting the glowing eyes of an animal hiding in the darkness at the end of your light will surely become an irreplaceable memory. Enjoy the rich nature of Shiretoko through this tour, which has the highest rate of wildlife encounters of any of our tours. *There will be no walking tours.

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• Age 0～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

=Fully private tour=Choose intuitively from the four plans! Enjoy a wonderful trip surrounded by the beauty of nature, with captivating views, sounds and breezes. Experience the island's charms to the fullest. Tours available from 9:00 to 16:00! 1. Spectacular photo tour of northern Amami Oshima 2. Mangrove canoe & spectacular photo tour 3. Mangrove canoe & trekking tour to a waterfall in the primeval forest (trekking or trekking & waterfall exposure) 4. Spectacular photo tour & trekking tour to a waterfall in the primeval forest (trekking or trekking & waterfall exposure)

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• Age 0～Age 90
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00

Ishigaki island Arrival and departure at Ishigaki port remote island terminal Snorkeling You can land on "Island of Illusion"half-day It is a plan of Experience colorful tropical fish and Churaumi Snorkeling"Experience! You will be able to land on the" phantom island "in the best location that you will rarely find in the world! It is a special tour that can be enjoyed with us who are the pioneers of the phantom island tour ♪ ♪

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 5～Age 60
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Half the day is a sea turtle snorkeling tour in the ocean! The remaining half day is a choice of three land-based nature tours in Amami! *Which tour will be done first will be decided by the shop the day before after checking the forecast. [Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour] A guided snorkeling tour that you can enjoy with peace of mind by entering from the beach. First-timers are welcome, and anyone aged 5 to 60 can participate. Even in winter, when you are worried about the cold, enjoy the winter sea, which has more beautiful days than summer, with a waterproof suit that won't get wet, a "dry suit"! I want to take a peek into the beautiful blue sea of Amami! I want to meet sea turtles! If you are such a person, please join us. ・From mid-June to early October, when the water temperature is high, wear a life jacket over your swimsuit. You can enter the sea comfortably! ・In the spring, April to early June, autumn, and mid-October to November, you can wear a wetsuit for comfort! ・In the winter (December to March), when the cold is a concern, wear a waterproof suit that won't get cold. Go into the sea in a dry suit! *During peak seasons, other guests may join the snorkel tour. [Choose from 3 sightseeing nature tours] This tour is completely private, and you can choose from popular and highly satisfying tours! 1. "Northern Amami Spectacular Photo Tour" A tour of hidden scenic spots in the northern part of Amami Oshima, including beaches and highlands. 2. "Mangrove Canoe Tour" A soothing canoe experience tour in the uncharted world of mangrove virgin forests. 3. "Trekking tour to virgin forest waterfalls" Soak up negative ions in a mysterious virgin forest where you rarely meet other people! ・Walking course: Walk along an easy forest path to the waterfall. ・Active course: Walk through clear streams and sometimes climb rocks. ・Course where you are hit by waterfalls: Unimare's top recommendation! Choose with your intuition (^^♪

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• Age 7～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

When you search Amami Oshima, you will come across the famous "Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest." However, on the other hand, the forest is becoming constantly filled with cars and people during the day. The Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest is wonderful, but our tours offer a unique, slightly different kind of primeval forest tour! 1. Trekking course to the virgin forest waterfall: A nature exploration that tickles your sense of adventure 2. Trekking to the virgin forest waterfall & being hit by the waterfall course: Experience the power of nature with your whole body Each course allows you to enjoy Amami's rich nature from a different angle. Please choose intuitively!

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• Age 0～Age 90
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00

It is a plan to enjoy the sea by experiencing "snorkeling", "phantom island" and "boat fishing" from Ishigaki Port remote island terminal on Ishigaki Island ♪ "Snorkeling" experience to experience colorful tropical fish and Churaumi! You can even land on the "phantom island" in the best location you can rarely meet even if you look around the world! !! It is a special tour that you can enjoy with us who are pioneers of the phantom island tour ♪♪ All plans are for beginners, so even children can participate with confidence!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 06:30

☆Why not spend a luxurious morning in the tropical sea? ☆The sea is often calm in the early morning, so SUP is recommended! ☆Beginners are also welcome! ☆One drink service ☆There is also a cafe so you can take a break after the experience!

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• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 08:40 / 13:30

Arrival and departure at Kohamajima, "experience"Diving"Can do half-day It is a plan of Experience the experience of weightlessness while experiencing colorful tropical fish and Churaumi Diving 30 on Kohama Island Year It is a special tour that can be enjoyed with us who are

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• Age 3～Age 59
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

★Total number of participants exceeded 300,000! Safe and secure tour! ★Activities recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data and equipment rental♪★Participant benefits (coupons that can be used at restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! ★Overwhelming satisfaction! [Half-day charter tour] We will conduct a half-day charter tour. I want to make precious memories in private! I want to rent it out and have fun! Choose the tour that suits you, such as beach SUP, canoeing, snorkeling, and pumpkin cave exploration! [Example schedule (morning/afternoon)] ① 09:30/13:30 Meet the guide at the local field (times are for reference only) ↓② 09:50/13:50 Private tour starts ↓③ 10:00/14:00 Activities Activities Experience ↓④ 11:30/15:30 Activity ends ↓⑤ 12:00/16:00 Dismissal *The schedule is subject to change as it is a private event. There may be times when the event cannot be held due to weather or tide levels. *The guide in charge will call you the day before your tour date. Please let us know your request at that time. We will do our best to accommodate your request. *Please note that the guide is reserved for private use and the field is not reserved for private use. *70,000 yen for up to 5 people, +12,000 yen per person for 6 to 9 people, please contact us separately for 10 or more people.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 13:40

This plan departs from Kohama Island and allows you to enjoy snorkeling at two locations, including the waters off the coast of Iriomote Island, a World Heritage Site. The captain, who knows the ocean inside and out, will choose the best snorkeling spot depending on the weather on the day! Since it is located close to Kohama Island, it is easy to access, so you can enjoy the magnificent nature up close. Depending on the weather, we may not be able to go to the waters off Iriomote Island, but in that case, we will take you to beautiful places such as Kuroshima Island, Aragusuku Island (Panari), Kohama Island, Kayama Island, Taketomi Island, etc. Kohama Island is located in the center of the other remote islands, so it is easy to go to any sea! There is a wide variety of snorkeling spots, from shallow to deep, so please request your favorite spot from the captain!

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 90
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 13:30 / 17:00

Enjoy with Kohamajima arrival and departure, It is plan of fishing to go by boat ♪ You can catch colorful tropical fish and experience! I can not meet in the ordinary sea! I might be able to catch fish! Since the use ship is equipped with a roof and chairs, Sun except, you can enjoy slowly. Therefore except for the rain!

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 65
• 4～5 hours
• 08:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

One dive is not enough! A 2-dive diving experience for those who want to dive a lot. It is a course to dive into the sea twice with a break by changing the point or course. Most people are full of tension when diving for the first time! Most people end up not being able to see the fish and the surrounding underwater landscape with plenty of time. I'm sure that in the second dive after getting used to it, you will be able to get to know what you did not notice in the first dive, and you will be deeply moved. * I really want to see sea turtles! Please consider participating in the "Special 1 Dive Course". By diving a single dive for a longer period of time, you can go further offshore and the sea turtle encounter rate will increase dramatically.

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• Age 20～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A jungle island with a virgin forest with a subtropical climate Ogasawara So you can enjoy the majestic nature of nature. The main courses are Heart Rock (Shirahiroiwa), Akagashirakarasubatto Sanctuary, Ulsan, Red Flag Mountain, Umbrella Mountain, Hatsuri, Mt. Crescent, Asahiyama, Chuoyama etc. The weather is cool and easy to walk in the best season Nov. It is ~ May. other Activity For those who want to experience or have plans for sightseeing half-day I recommend a course.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 3～4 hours

Departure and arrival places & You can play boats by choosing an island to arrive and depart! Ishigaki island If the Ishigaki Port remote island terminal, if the Kohamajima Obama Port, you can start such as from Taketomi Port if Taketomi. As you can rent a ship, you can create memories only with friends, couples, families, relatives and others limited! There are plenty of points on the unexplored ocean where you will not go on regular tours, so you can choose where and where to go. Captains familiar with the locals will respond, so if you let us know your wishes, you can move freely as you feel! Wedding photo shooting, Snorkeling experience, Remote islands tour and usage is up to you! !

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

From and to Kohamajima Snorkeling It is a plan to enjoy in two places ♪ The feature of this plan is to change the place depending on the weather of the day! ! On the day Best depending on the weather Snorkeling The captain chooses the point, knowing the sea! There are various points to go to, such as Kuroshima, Shinshirojima (Panari), Kohamajima, Kayamajima, Phantomjima, Iriomotejima, Hatomajima, Barasujima, Taketomijima, etc. Kohama Island is located in the center of each remote island, so you can easily go anywhere in the sea! There are a wide variety of waters from shallow water to deep sea, so please request a favorite point from the captain!

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Experience lake canoeing on a lake in the Okutone area of Minakami Town! Take a stroll on the lake in a stable, lightweight, folding canoe called a falt kayak. As soon as you start paddling, you'll be greeted by a 360-degree panoramic view, and spending time feeling one with nature is truly relaxing. You will be using a two-seater canoe. It is also recommended for couples, families, and women to join together. The lake you will experience will change depending on the season and the conditions on the day. We mainly use Lake Dogen, Lake Okutone, Lake Fujiwara, and Lake Akatani. For the 2025 season, we are running a campaign that allows junior high school students to participate at the child's rate!

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• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

Departure and arrival places & You can play boats by choosing an island to arrive and depart! Ishigaki island If the Ishigaki Port remote island terminal, if the Kohamajima Obama Port, you can start such as from Taketomi Port if Taketomi. As you can rent a ship, you can create memories only with friends, couples, families, relatives and others limited! There are plenty of secluded oceans where you can not go on regular tours, so you can choose where and where to go. Captains familiar with the locals will respond, so if you let us know your wishes, you can move freely as you feel! Wedding photo shooting, Snorkeling experience, Remote islands tour and usage is up to you! !

• Date Spot
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

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

This tour is only available during the time when you can go through the mangrove tunnel and take a jungle cruise! ★High tide is the most popular time in the mangroves! You often see this in guidebooks, on TV, and on social media, where you can canoe through a waterway that looks like a tree tunnel. In fact, this is not possible at any time, but only during high tide! Some days it will be held in the morning, and some in the afternoon, but no matter which time you choose, we will take you to the mangroves at high tide. ★Pickup and drop-off available anywhere on Amami Oshima! Free for those staying in the Naze area of Amami City. For those staying in other areas, we can pick you up and drop you off at a fuel cost of ¥30 per km from Naze. ★We will guide you on a private tour just for you! "Can I keep up with everyone...?" "It's awkward to be with strangers..." "What if I cause trouble to those around me..." Don't worry, there are no worries like these that are unique to group tours! ★People of all ages can participate! Infants can ride in a canoe with their parents, and children who are not confident in their physical strength and elderly people can ride in a canoe with an adult. The guide will provide you with solid support, so anyone can enjoy the tour! Schedule ① Meet at the Mangrove Park Roadside Station ② Arrive at the kayak launch point and receive a preparatory lecture (15 minutes) on how to paddle and important points. ③ Kayak tour (100 minutes) Paddle a kayak and explore the mangroves! The jungle, the tree tunnel, everything is an extraordinary experience. ⑤ Disband at the Mangrove Park We hope that this will be the best memory of your trip. *About the safety of the tour 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 the tour in accordance with safety standards. *If you select [I want] for a private tour in the question, 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.

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• Age 3～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

We will experience scavenging in a small river about 2km upstream from Akiya Coast, but it is shallow and has clean water. Since the rocks are exposed in places, it is slippery, so marine shoes are essential for this tour. (Free rental of idiot boots from autumn to spring) We plan to head upstream for about 1.5 hours in a swimsuit and marine shoes while being explained about the creatures. We plan to search for river crabs and mitten crabs, mainly scavenger goby, flat shrimp, and snake black dragonfly larvae in the rock river. The meeting place is Akiya bus stop, and there is a parking lot nearby, but it is expected to be crowded, so we recommend coming by train and bus. We look forward to your participation. What to bring: Marine shoes (from the end of March to October), swimsuit, rash guard, spats, drinks, hat, rucksack, plastic case for taking home + bubble (battery-powered oxygen supply machine) What you need to prepare: Idiot boots (from November to mid-March), net, storage bucket That's all.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 70
• 2～3 hours

★Even small children can enjoy themselves with swim rings and box glasses! ★You might even see some beautiful fish and coral reefs, and maybe even some sea turtles! ★Beginners are well supported with small group sizes! ★Free photo data provided! ★Hot showers and changing rooms available! Before heading to the ocean, we'll use an illustrated guide to tell you some interesting stories about fish. Check out the fish in the illustrated guide before heading out to the ocean. Don't just think they're cute, go and see how the fish live♪ There are fish in shallow waters too. Enjoy the ocean with the whole family using children's masks, snorkels, and fins. Very young children can go with swim rings and box glasses. This is an area that will impress not only those making their snorkeling debut, but also veteran snorkelers. Come and see the wide variety of sea creatures♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025