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Iriomote Culture Discovery. Indigenous culture on Iriomote Island
(7) Reviews
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Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is a unique and only tour to discover Okinawan culture, history, customs, and local stories on Iriomote Island. You will have access to distinctive knowledge of the indigenous culture that is not available elsewhere. It's a perfect rest between forest hikes and snorkeling. A great introduction to Iriomote! We will have a lovely easy walk through one of the oldest villages, Sonai. We will visit a shrine, a traditional house, and historical places. During the walk, I will introduce you to the fascinating little-known history and religion of this beautiful island. I will share some local stories, folk tales, and my own experiences. I've participated in many rituals and events. After the wa...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English & Polish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English & Polish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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 Points
Departure
まるまぽんさん節 歌碑
The meeting point is Marumabonsan monument in Sonai village.
Return
Iriomote Culture Discovery. Indigenous culture on Iriomote Island
(7) Reviews
Taketomi
About
This is a unique and only tour to discover Okinawan culture, history, customs, and local stories on Iriomote Island. You will have access to distinctive knowledge of the indigenous culture that is not available elsewhere. It's a perfect rest between forest hikes and snorkeling. A great introduction to Iriomote! We will have a lovely easy walk through one of the oldest villages, Sonai. We will visit a shrine, a traditional house, and historical places. During the walk, I will introduce you to the fascinating little-known history and religion of this beautiful island. I will share some local stories, folk tales, and my own experiences. I've participated in many rituals and events. After the wa...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English & Polish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English & Polish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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 Points
Departure
まるまぽんさん節 歌碑
The meeting point is Marumabonsan monument in Sonai village.
Return
Itinerary
1
前泊御嶽
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.
15 minutes
2
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.
