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[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.
[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.
[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.
[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.
[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.

[Itoman, Southern Okinawa Island] 2-hour sailing tour in a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the "Hokake Sabani," through the coral reefs.

Japan-Okinawa , Itoman
Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering
Duration:2 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date
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    • This tour offers a sailing and rowing experience in a traditional Okinawan wooden fishing boat. Experience the unique "sabani" (sailboat) of Itoman, an Okinawan island, that you can only find here! We'll take you to the subtropical seas teeming with coral reefs. This private tour features a certified foreign guide who will show you the fishing grounds. Itoman has flourished as a fishing town since the Ryukyu Kingdom era. It's also known as the birthplace of the "sabani," the wooden boat indispensable for fishing. Quietly, gracefully, and sometimes bravely, the sabani traverses the ino (reef lagoons), a unique small boat propelled only by sails and wakes (paddles). It's a crystallization of the refined fishing culture honed in this land. 【Recommended Points】 ・We are committed to providing an "authentic experience," offering the only single-boat experience in Okinawa where you can truly savor the essence of a sailboat! (No outboard buoyancy is used) Enjoy the natural beauty of the shallow, blue coral sea and limestone coastline. Programs are tailored to the guest's level, from beginners to experienced sailors. [Recommended for:] Okinawan fun sailors who want to experience the unique culture of Okinawan fishermen; sailing and paddling sports enthusiasts or those who want to try it casually; those looking for a marine activity unlike any other.

    Purchase Notice

    Regarding the cancellation of the event:

    • Criteria for holding the tour: Wind speed of 10 m/s or less, wave height of 1.5 m or less, and no thunderstorm or other warnings issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Please note that the tour may be canceled on the day based on the guide's overall judgment depending on weather, sea conditions, and tide levels.

    Important notes regarding course participation:

    • - Participation is limited to those aged 12 and over who can swim 25 meters. - Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.

    Includes/Excludes

    • The cost of the sailing sabani boat experience includes: guide fees (Japanese, English, and French available), use of equipment such as life jackets, insurance, parking, photos and video data of the experience, and consumption tax.

    Reminders

    • Ages of participation: 12 to 75 years old

    • Clothing and belongings: • Clothing suitable for full-on entry into the sea • Marine shoes are recommended (sandals that close at the heel are also acceptable) • Towel and a change of clothes • Drinks • Sunscreen (coral-friendly sunscreen is recommended)

    • Regarding rental equipment: * Life jacket (free) * For those who want to experience more of the local fishing lifestyle, we also lend out traditional Japanese straw hats (free).

    • Duration comment: 120 minutes (Experience time: 90 minutes)

    • Minimum number of participants: 1

    Meeting Point

    Location Name: 1-6-5 Nishizaki-cho, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture

    Address: 1-6-5 Nishizaki-cho, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture
    How to Get There
    * Meeting Time: Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled time. * Meeting Place: Oshiro Shipyard (adjacent to Itoman Fisheries Cooperative's fishing boat maintenance and repair facility)

    Experience Location

    Location Name: 1-6-5 Nishizaki-cho, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture

    Address: 1-6-5 Nishizaki-cho, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture
    How to Get There
    * For those arriving by car: Parking available for 4 cars, large buses permitted. * For those arriving by train: From Naha: Take the Yui Rail to Akamine Station, then take the Tokyo Bus (TK02) and walk 10 minutes southeast from the Southern Beach Hotel & Resort Okinawa bus stop.

    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
    • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
    • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
    NOTE
    • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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