Things to do in Kushimoto/Nachikatsuura

• Age 20～Age 65
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30 / 09:30 / 10:45 / 12:45 / 13:00

Two boat diving in the sea of Kushimoto, the southernmost part of Honshu. Why not enjoy diving in the natural sea where a wide variety of fish species and marine life live, thanks to the Kuroshio Current? We strictly follow a "small group system" that caters to each individual. You can enjoy diving at your own pace with a maximum of four people per team! ! Beginners and veterans are all welcome! ! ! Why not go see many creatures such as many fish and sea turtles? ? Rental equipment is also available, so even those who do not have their own equipment can participate! ! ★Schedule (Weekdays) 9:30-: Two boat diving at 9:30 and 13:00 13:00-: Two boat diving at 13:00 and 15:00 (Saturdays and Sundays) 8:30-: Two boat diving at 8:30 and 12:45 or two boat diving at 8:30 and 10:45 *If you would like to dive from 8:30, please let us know your desired time by message after making your reservation. 10:45~: 2 boat dives at 10:45 and 14:45 12:45~: 2 boat dives at 12:45 and 14:45 ~Experience flow~ 8:30 Meet and fill out necessary documents Come to the meeting point. (If you would like a pick-up, we will pick you up) 9:00 Setting up on the boat A thorough lecture on the contents of the refreshment dive. If you have any concerns, please feel free to ask the instructor. 9:30 1st dive About 10 minutes to the boat diving point. Let's enjoy diving to the fullest! 11:30~13:00 Lunch break Take a leisurely lunch break. 13:00 2nd dive Boat diving Enjoy the dense fish population at the southernmost tip of Honshu! Let's enjoy diving to the fullest! (For plans starting at 1:00 PM, the second dive will be from 3:00 PM.) 3:30 PM: End after logging in After the dive, you will be asked to change clothes and log in before finishing.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 04:30

This is a sea kayaking experience where you can enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. The sea in the morning calm is very calm and mirror-like. Why not get up early and paddle out on such a sea? It is a very valuable experience to watch the sunrise on the sea. Dog life jackets are available, so dogs can also participate. *The start time changes depending on the sunrise time (we aim to meet 30 minutes before sunrise (around 4:00 in summer and 5:00 in autumn)) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Experience start: We will paddle around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. We will watch the sunrise on the sea. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 04:30

After the experience, you will receive a special Lapin mackerel sandwich and a drink. This is a sea kayaking experience with breakfast included, where you can enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. It is a very valuable experience to watch the sunrise on the sea. We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. Please enjoy your meal in the cafe space with the sea spreading out in front of you! *The time of the event will change depending on the sunrise time (we aim to meet 30 minutes before sunrise (around 4:00 in summer and 5:00 in autumn)) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Experience start: We will paddle around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. We will watch the sunrise on the sea. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

Why not enjoy a luxurious feeling by having the calm sea all to yourself? Take a walk on the sea watching the sunset from the famous "Hashigui Rock"! You can spend time together in a two-seater kayak while taking photos. We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. *We will go out to the sea at sunset time. We will watch the sunset in the calm sea. *The sun will set behind the mountains, so you will not be able to see it sinking into the horizon. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about. ③ Start of the experience: Paddle around Hashigui Rock and enjoy the calm sea of ​​the evening. You can take photos at the sunset point. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can take a shower (hot water 3 minutes for 200 yen). ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 09:30 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

★You can try diving in the sea of Kushimoto, which has a coral reef designated by the Ramsar Convention. (No license required) ★The sea of Kushimoto, which benefits from the Kuroshio Current, is full of beautiful scenery such as various fish, marine life, and corals. Why not go and meet the creatures living in the natural sea? ★Families, groups, couples, and individuals are all welcome! ★We have amenities such as shampoo and body soap, shower rooms, and changing rooms! ~Experience flow~ (Example) 8:45 Meet and fill out the necessary documents Come to the meeting place. (If you would like a pick-up, we will pick you up) 9:00 Lecture & preparation We will give you a lecture on the knowledge and skills necessary for diving that you have learned in advance at the store. 9:30 Move to the diving point Put on a suit and move to the diving point. 9:40 Practice in shallow water. Before diving, you will practice how to use the equipment and how to swim underwater. We will take the time to gradually get used to the water. 10:00 GO to the underwater world! After getting used to the water, you will experience a 30-minute underwater walk. You can rest assured because the instructor is always nearby! 11:30 Return to the store, change clothes and disband After the dive, you will receive a book in which you can write your diving data as proof that you have dived! You can take it home as a memento. Frequently asked questions Q. Is it okay if I can't swim? A. Yes, it's okay! Diving can be enjoyed regardless of whether you are good at swimming or not. The instructor will support you well, so don't worry. Q. I'm nervous because it's my first time, can I keep up? A. Don't worry. We will carefully lecture you on land, from how to use the equipment to how to breathe. Even after entering the sea, we will carefully support each person according to their needs. Q. Are there any conditions for participation? A. Anyone over 10 years old and in good health can participate. Depending on your medical history, you may not be able to participate, so if you are worried, please consult us in advance. Q. What clothes should I wear? A. It will be smooth if you come wearing a swimsuit underneath. There are no special clothing regulations for summer. Please do not forget to bring your swimsuit and sandals. Q. Can I wear glasses or contact lenses? A. Hard contact lenses are not allowed, but soft contact lenses can be worn as is. If you are concerned about your eyesight, please let us know in advance. Q. Will the tour be held on rainy days? A. If it rains and there are no problems with the sea conditions, the tour will be held. However, if safety cannot be ensured due to the influence of waves or wind, the tour may be canceled or the date may be changed. Q. Can I participate if I am on my period? A. You can participate as long as you are in good health. If you are unsure, please let us know in advance.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00

Katsuura was once a bustling town with tuna boats coming and going and a tourism boom in the Showa era. On this tour, you will walk with a local guide, tracing the town's story that has continued since the early Showa era. Why not visit the guide's favorite delicious restaurants and get a feel for the daily life we live in this town today through interactions with the locals? The charm of Katsuura can only be seen by touring with a guide. Through this trip, we will share the town's story and provide you with a special experience that will make you want to return.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

Why not try the recently popular SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board)? You can look down into the water as if you were walking on the sea, and it's a new sensation that makes you feel like you're walking on the sea! You can feel safe because you will be taught the basic operation together with the instructor. There are also life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog! ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about. ③ Start of the experience: Walk on the sea with the instructor. Since SUP is a playful sport, it's okay because you can spend time on the sea even if you can't paddle. ④ Return and disband ★ For a limited time, we will offer you a free Lapin special juice! (Please leave a word of mouth and review.) ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

In order to let you feel the exhilaration and freedom of sailing through the ocean with your whole body, we will adjust the distance and pace of your paddle so that even beginners can enjoy the experience without any stress. The tour course is a two-hour course that goes around Hashikuiiwa, a nationally designated natural monument. Beginners and families are welcome to participate. As it is a two-seater, adults and children can ride in pairs. Groups are also welcome. We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice and explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Start of the experience: We will paddle around Hashikuiiwa. You can enjoy a spectacular view that is different from the land. ④ Landing on Bentenjima: Here, you can take a break on the beach, and in the warm summer months, you can also enjoy snorkeling. ⑤ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes for 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ For a limited time, Lapin's special juice is free of charge! (Please leave a review.) ★Free photo service

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

The number one fresh tuna landing in Japan! We will guide you through the auction at Nachikatsuura Fresh Tuna Market. "What is that doing?" "How much is that tuna worth?" As you watch the auction, many questions will arise. Since it is a private tour, we will carefully answer each and every one of them. Only a local guide who lives in this town can tell you about the lives of people who make a living from tuna and various stories related to tuna. It would be a waste to just look! Please join us.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

Big SUP for 5 to 8 people! Let's join forces to reach Hashigui Rock, which is floating offshore and cannot be reached by one person! If we all join forces, we can arrive easily. Even though it is called SUP, it is like a large mobile floating island. Once we reach the offshore, it will become a base where you can spend your time on the sea as you like. The instructor will accompany you to Hashigui Rock in the offshore. You can look down into the water and feel like you are walking on the sea! It is easy to go to the offshore because everyone is paddling together! (Beginners cannot do it with a single-seater SUP) Once you reach Hashigui Rock, you can enjoy snorkeling ♪ ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful of. ③ Start of the experience: Take a walk on the sea with the instructor. Let's all work hard and paddle together to reach the offshore! If you get tired, you can sit down and paddle! Once you reach Hashigui Rock, you can relax and enjoy sunbathing and snorkeling. ④Return and disband: If you wish, you can take a shower (hot water 3 minutes for 200 yen). You can eat and drink at Beach House Lapin. ★For a limited time, we offer free Lapin special juice! (Please leave a review.) ★Free images!

• With Pets

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 04:30

A great value plan that includes Lapin's special mackerel sandwich and a drink. A SUP experience with breakfast to enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. A very valuable experience of watching the sunrise on the sea. Please enjoy it in the cafe space with the sea spreading out in front of you! We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog! *The event time changes depending on the sunrise time (we aim to meet 30 minutes before sunrise (around 4:00 in summer and 5:00 in autumn)) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Experience start: We will paddle around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. We will watch the sunrise on the sea. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 04:30

This is a SUP experience where you can enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. The sea in the morning calm is very calm and mirror-like. Why not get up early and paddle out into such a sea? We also have life jackets for dogs, so you can join us with your dog. *The start time changes depending on the sunrise time (we aim to meet 30 minutes before sunrise (around 4:00 in summer and 5:00 in autumn)) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Reception ② Practice / Explanation: First, we will practice paddling on the beach and in shallow waters and explain things to be careful about ③ Experience start: We will paddle around Hashiguiiwa and enjoy the quiet sea in the early morning. We will watch the sunrise on the sea. ④ Return and disband: If you wish, you can use the shower (hot water 3 minutes 200 yen). You can also dine at Beach House Lapin ♪ ★ Free photo service!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

Located in the southern part of the Kii Peninsula, Kozagawa Town is home to the Kozagawa River, known as the cleanest river in the southernmost part of Honshu. Many creatures, such as long-legged shrimp and gobies, live in the clear river, which has been nurtured in a rich natural environment, and the scenery created by the mountains and strange rocks is also a delight to see. Our goal in Kozagawa is to "learn about nature safely and while having fun." Why not enjoy river activities such as canoeing and catching long-legged shrimp and experience the raw sensations of nature? ★The plan contents have changed since 2023★★★This plan does not include river rafting (touring). This is a plan to enjoy canoeing and river activities in safe waters★★*From reservations made on April 9, 2023, junior high school students will be charged adult rates. Thank you for your understanding. [Example of the schedule on the day] ①8:30/13:00 Meeting and reception ↓②9:00/13:30 Explanation and practice Explanation and practice of basic canoeing and rivers (about 1 hour) ↓③Canoeing and river play time You can enjoy river activities such as canoeing and catching lobsters in safe waters. (Equipment for catching lobsters is included in the price) *SUP is not included. ↓⑤12:00/16:30 Return and disbandment After the experience is over, change clothes and disband! *The above is only a model course. The order and content may change depending on the weather, river conditions, and other conditions at the time. [Participant age] 5 to 70 years old *Children under 5 years old can also participate, but please contact us once.

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• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

★You can take a leisurely canoe ride down the Kozagawa River, known as the purest river in the southernmost part of Honshu.★You can experience it with confidence even if it's your first time, as you will be accompanied by an experienced guide! Many creatures such as long-legged shrimp and gobies live in the pure river, which has been nurtured in a rich natural environment, and the scenery created by the mountains and strangely shaped rocks is one of the attractions that will delight those who see it. The water is so clear that you can see the bottom of the river clearly if the weather is good. While canoeing on the Kozagawa River, you can directly experience the exhilaration of running on the water surface, and sometimes you will be healed by the flow of the river. Why not try such an extraordinary experience? ★★★This plan does not include playing in the river★★★If you would like to canoe and play in the river, please select [Wakayama / Kozagawa] Canoe & River Play Experience (Half-Day) 3-Hour Course) Recommended for Families with Children! [Example of the schedule on the day] ① 8:30/13:00 Meeting/Registration ↓ ② 9:00/13:30 Explanation/Practice Explanation and practice of basic canoe paddling, safety training (about 1 hour) ↓ ③ Canoe touring The guide will lead the way. There are points where you have to paddle firmly to clear the flow. The fun of maneuvering the boat yourself awaits! ↓ ④ Return/Disbandment After the experience is over, change clothes and disband! *The above is only a model course. The order and content may change depending on the weather, river conditions, and other conditions at the time. [Participant age] 8 to 70 years old *Children under 8 years old can also participate, but please contact us for details.

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• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30 / 09:30 / 10:45 / 13:00

This plan includes one beach dive and one boat dive in the waters of Kushimoto, the southernmost point of Honshu. This plan is recommended for those who are worried about their skills after a long time of diving, want to practice before the season starts, or feel uncomfortable diving with a large group. The first beach dive is a refreshing dive that focuses on reviewing your skills and regaining your sense of underwater. After getting used to the first dive, you can enjoy diving to your heart's content with a boat dive! Why not resume your diving life in the waters of Kushimoto, where you can see a wide variety of marine life, from fish to macro creatures, thanks to the Kuroshio Current? ★Schedule (weekdays) 9:30-: 9:30 Beach diving ⇨ 13:00 Boat diving 13:00-: 13:00 Beach diving ⇨ 15:00 Boat diving (Saturdays and Sundays) 8:30-: 8:30 Beach diving ⇨ 12:45 Boat diving 10:45-: 10:45 Beach diving ⇨ 14:45 Boat diving ~Experience flow (weekday example)~ 8:30 Meeting and filling out the necessary documents Please come to the meeting place. (If you would like a pick-up, we will pick you up) 9:00 Lecture and preparation A thorough lecture on the contents of the refreshment dive. If you have any concerns, please feel free to ask the instructor. 9:30 Refreshment Beach diving First, you will slowly get used to the water in waters where you can stand with your feet, so you can rest assured. 11:30-13:00 Lunch break Take a leisurely lunch break. Make sure to recover your strength in preparation for the boat dive! ! 13:00 Boat diving After practicing your skills, enjoy the abundance of fish at the southernmost tip of Honshu!! Let's enjoy diving to the fullest! (For plans starting at 13:00, beach diving starts at 13:00 and boat diving starts at 15:00.) 15:30 End after logging After finishing your dive, you will change clothes and log your dive before finishing.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 65
• 1～2 hours

Marine activities to choose from at Nachi, one of the best blue beaches in the prefecture, located a 3-minute walk from the store!・Popular SUP (stand up paddle board) experience & cruising! Would you like to take a walk on the sea? SUP allows you to ride with your dog, which is a member of your family, so why not make the best memories! The beach is crystal clear, and if you're lucky you might spot sea turtles.・SURF experience & school! Why don't you enjoy surfing alone, with your friends and family, which is something you don't usually get to experience?

• With Pets

• Age 13～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

This is a high-class kimono dressing experience offered by a long-established rental costume store. After the kimono dressing experience while you are explained about the types and uses of kimono, you will be photographed in a colored uchikake at the store studio (men will be photographed in a crested hakama). The photographed data will be sent to you by email within two weeks.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

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

This is a 2.5 hour walking tour for 3 people or more. In fact, Kushimoto Town has a deep connection with Turkey. Why not take a leisurely walk while listening to stories about the history of friendship with Turkey that began with the Ertugrul disaster? Kashinozaki is also designated as a Nanki-Kumano Geosite, and has interesting geological features.

• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:30 / 14:00

An outdoor sauna experience with a water bath in the Ota River, a clear stream whose water source is Nachi Primeval Forest, just like Nachi Falls, the best waterfall in Japan. The venue, Daitaiji, is a 1,200-year-old Yakushi sacred place where you can experience zazen and sutra copying. Listen to a staff sermon about the close relationship between Zen and the sauna, and write your wishes on a wooden stick. Throw the gomagi into the wood stove by yourself and make a wish to Jizo-san. A resurrection experience that looks at the state of mind through Zen. 30 seconds from the tent to the river. The shortest class comfort in Kansai! The river is so deep that you can soak up to your head, and there are shallows where you can lie down. No need to pour water because it flows. Dive directly from the sauna to the river surface is also OK. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Check in at the reception at the main entrance 5 minutes before the meeting time. Confirm the location of the sermon and changing clothes. ② At the venue, receive a sermon on the deep relationship between Zen and sauna. ③ Write your wishes on the gomaki and visit Yakushido where the principal image of worship is enshrined. Change clothes and go to the river. ④ Throw the gomagi into the wood stove and make a wish to Jizo. ⑤ When it gets hot, dive into the river without pouring water. ⑥ Purify yourself in the Ota River, which has the same water source as Nachi Falls. ⑦ Once your body is in order, listen to the gentle breeze blowing and the chirping of birds, and prepare your mind together.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

Nanki Seaman's Club is a diving shop located in Kushimoto Town, Wakayama Prefecture, the southernmost tip of Honshu. Table corals, tropical fish, and Honshu are as good as Okinawa? ! There is a beautiful and vivid sea! If you are a diving beginner who thinks "It's been a while, so I'm a little worried...", the first dive is beach diving to review the basic skills, and the second dive is an exciting boat dive where you can enjoy a lot of fish and coral! Please feel free to join us even if you have little diving experience. An experienced instructor will guide you leisurely and relaxedly. For everyone who thinks "I don't have my own equipment...", this plan includes rental equipment and lunch boxes, so please feel free to join us! ! Let's dive in the beautiful sea of Kushimoto! !

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

Nanki Seamans Club, a diving shop in Kushimoto Town, Wakayama Prefecture, at the southernmost tip of Honshu. Is table coral, tropical fish, and Honshu as good as Okinawa? !! There is a beautiful and vivid sea! If you are new to dry suits and have little diving experience, please feel free to join us. The first is beach diving to practice dry suits and review basic skills, and the second is an exciting boat diving where you can enjoy a lot of fish and corals! Experienced instructors will guide you leisurely and relaxedly. For beginners who think "winter is cold ...", let's dive in the beautiful Kushimoto sea! !!

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