Explore Uken Village’s coastline, sacred sites, and its renowned tiger shrimp farm.

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Morning

Walk among massive strangler trees along ancient god paths, then visit the village’s tiger shrimp farm. Learn how sustainable practices and pristine coastal waters produce Amami’s finest kuruma ebi, with the opportunity to taste them at their absolute freshest.

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Lunch
Enjoy live kuruma ebi sashimi on historic Funakoshi Beach, straight from Uken Village’s waters.

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Afternoon
Visit one of Amami’s oldest shrines, then hike to the summit of Mt. Mineta for breathtaking panoramic views of Uken Village and the surrounding islands. On the way back, stop by the secluded Taken Waterfall. 

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This tour weaves together nature, culture, and food traditions in a way few travelers ever experience firsthand.

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See the Summer Edition of this tour here.