Sakushima is the largest manned island in Mikawa Bay, Sakushima prospered in the olden days of sail boats, during the Edo period, when merchant ships named Sengokubune traveling along the Mikawa Bay would dock at its port while waiting for a favorable wind. The town center flourished with the bustling sea activity including fishing. But in recent years the population has declined and only 250 people live here.
Sakushima started the island revitalization project in 1995. They made use of rich nature of the island for the art installations Today, Sakushima has become a popular destination where approximately 100,000 tourists can come to seek out the nature, art and gourmet food of the island.
At the beach-side Nekko Juku,(root school) surrounded by nature, you can play all day while experiencing a traditional rustic lifestyle. The director Mr. Tani opened a school for developing character and personal progression in 2012. He handles the planning and operation of nature experience courses for children. Currently, Nekko Juku‘s activities center around providing a place to have experiences, while teaching the positive aspects of sustainable living and knowledge of how to use natural resources. This program, you can experience a traditional by wood-chopping, campfire-building, cooking rice in a clay pot, making Japanese dishes and miso soup for your lunch. This program provides a lively experience where you can feel a part of it.
With the support of a local guide, you will experience the traditional life of Japan on Sakushima.
You can learn about Japanese culture and history by wood-chopping, campfire-building, cooking rice in a clay pot named Kamado. You make your own lunch with other participants. You use vegetables harvested on Sakushima to make of “Ichiju Sansai“ (1 soup 3 dishes) which is a traditional Japanese dining style. After lunch, you can enjoy your relaxing time with a cup of coffee or tea leisurely in nature. If you wish, we can also guide you to Sakushima Art’s masterpiece “Ohirune House”and more.
8:20
Meet your guide at Nishio Station
8:40
About 30 minutes by bus from Nishio
9:08
Isshiki Sakushima Port
9:30
Departure to Sakushima. About 30 minutes by ferry
9:55
Arriving at Sakushima west port, move to Nekko Juku
10:15～13:00
A program to experience traditional Japanese life
(Program xplanation, chopping wood, starting a fire, making rice, lunch)
13:00～14:30
Free time (art tour etc.)
14:57
Departure to Isshiki, Sakushima West Port
16:05
Arrive at Nishio Station
MEITETSU(Nagoya Railroad) Nishio Station in front of the ticket gate
Souvenirs
This experience is booked on request. The owner of the experience will respond to the request within 5 days
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| No-show or cancellation after tour departure | 100% of the tour price |
| On the tour date | 50% of the tour price |
| 1 day prior to the tour date | 40% of the tour price |
| 2 to 7 days prior to the tour date | 30% of the tour price |
| 8 to 10 days prior to the tour date | 20% of the tour price |
| 11 or more days prior to the tour date | Free |
