A three-day, two-night stay in a small fishing village nestled in a sacred mountain, where you can immerse yourself in the craft of sakiori weaving, a craft that captures time (Ehime)

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The Sadamisaki Peninsula is Japan's longest and narrowest peninsula. Stretching approximately 40 km from east to west, its narrowest point is only about 700 m wide, offering stunning ocean views on both sides. The strong currents have earned it the nickname "the town where the sea flows." A gentle breeze blows across the unobstructed peninsula, powering windmills. The base for this tour is a small fishing village located near the tip of the peninsula. Here, you'll learn the peninsula's traditional craft of "sakiori" (rag weaving) and immerse yourself in the art of crafting. Sakiori is a sustainable craft where discarded kimono fabric is torn into threads, which are then woven into new fabrics. You'll decide what you want to make and then begin weaving. For example, a haori jacket, a teddy bear, a notebook, or a obi sash. The amount of fabric needed depends on the item; larger items require more fabric and therefore longer weaving times. You can choose to weave everything yourself or partially, leaving the rest to the instructor. It's best to discuss your desired project and the length of your stay when making your reservation.
*Please bring any clothes you no longer use or can no longer wear. We recommend bringing fabrics from cherished clothes you wore as a child, or heirlooms from your grandmother, that you can no longer wear, to have them remade.
While you could spend your entire stay working in the workshop, I also recommend taking a break by exploring the small town or trekking in the sacred mountains.
When exploring the town, you can also enjoy fishing as there's a harbor just a short walk away.
The mountain trek aims for the summit of Mount Garan, which rises to an altitude of 413m and embraces the village. Because it was originally a mountain used for mountain asceticism, there are plenty of sights to see along the trek, such as caves densely packed with stone Buddha statues.
Each experience is guided by Ms. Hashida, the rag weaving instructor. Although Ms. Hashida is Japanese, she lived in Edinburgh during her childhood, so she can speak English and is also familiar with the local area, which is reassuring.

At night, the space adjacent to the workshop transforms into a restaurant. It's a pub frequented by the villagers. The owner is Mr. Hashida, so it's nice that he can also act as a bridge for interaction with the locals. You can interact with the locals almost every night during your stay, so it's a recommended place to stay for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the local culture.

For accommodation, guests can rent an entire house, which is a renovated traditional Japanese house that was formerly a sake merchant's residence and is over 100 years old.
Located in an alleyway of a small fishing village, it feels like you've gained your own home in the village during your stay.

The real appeal of this package is that Ms. Hashida, who is also a rag weaving instructor, acts as a local liaison, facilitating smooth interaction with the community. It's rare to find a guide in various Japanese settlements who can communicate in English and act as a bridge between you and the local residents. This is a highly recommended stay plan.