Minami・Mugi・Shishikui

Sabi Katayama

Sabi Katayama is located right next to the beautiful Sabi no Hama Beach in the southern part of Tokushima Prefecture. We offer a wide range of accommodations for everyone, from family trips and business use; to leisure and sports camps; and for groups who want to enjoy nature.

Pension Shishikui

【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Cranes and Dragons – Hike to Temple 20 and 21 (9 hours)

Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of the first two temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 20, Kakurinji and Temple 21, Tairyūji. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 20, Kakurinji ◆Temple 21, Tairyūji Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 90,000 Yen Group of 2: 45,000 Yen Group of 3: 30,000 Yen Group of 4: 22,500 Yen (For more than four people, please contact us. Max: 7 people) Age: 15 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 10 km Time Needed: Approx. 9 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

Ride the Underwater Sightseeing Boat "Blue Marine"! (See Coral & Tropical Fish)

The Underwater Sightseeing Boat "Blue Marine" circles around the bay of Takega Island, a portion of the Muroto-Anan Quasi-National Park, in this approximately 40 minute cruise. The bay contains a marine park, designated by the Ministry of Environment, and is home to colonies or coral and tropical fish. From the observation deck at the lower level of the boat, guests will be able to enjoy the clear and beautiful waters of the Shishikui sea up close. The sight of tropical fish swimming among the coral will make it feel like you're taking a walk under the sea. ♪ ◇ Cruise Time (Round-trip) Approx. 40 ~ 45 Minutes ◇ Closed Days Every Tuesday (※ If Tuesday is a public holiday, then we will be closed the following day.) ※ We operate on Tuesdays during Golden Week, Summer Break, and the End/Beginning of Year Holiday. ◇ Cruise Departure Times 【AM】9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 【PM】13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 ※ Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to departure. ※ The cruise at 12:00 only runs on Sundays, Holidays, During Golden Week (April 29 - May 5), During Obon (August 12 - 15), and During the Year-End/Beginning Holidays (December 29 - January 3rd) ※ The cruise at 16:00 only runs on Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, During Golden Week (April 29 - May 5), During Obon (August 12 - 15), and During the Year-End/Beginning Holidays (December 29 - January 3rd) Additionally, the 16:00 cruise is only 30 minutes. ※ We are closed twice a year when the ship is docked. Please call or check our website for more information. ※ The cruise may be cancelled in the case of bad weather/rough sea conditions. Please check prior to coming.

Handmaking Miso with Pesticide-free Ingredients!

Experience making miso with pesticide-free ingredients in a 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house! Young children are welcome to join! Enjoy making traditional miso in a relaxing environment. Local mineral water is used for making miso, and the soybeans are carefully cooked over a bonfire. After the activity, you can take home 2 kg （about 4.4lbs) of miso. After taking it home, you have to let the miso rest for at least 3 months before you can eat it. The taste of the miso changes depending on the length of time it is left to rest. Leaving the miso to rest for your preferred length of time is part of the fun of making hand-made miso! Enjoy making the perfect miso using safe ingredients during the best time for miso making. ♪ 【Ingredients】 ・ Pesticide-free Soybeans ・ Pesticide-free Koji Malted Rice ・ Sun-dried Salt ・ Local Mineral Water ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!

【Hi-COLOR handworks】Single Gauze Haori Indigo/Mud/Madder Dyeing

Hi-COLOR handworks is located in Kaiyo Town in the southernmost part of Tokushima Prefecture. We use water from the Kaifu River, said to be one of the cleanest in all Japan, for our dyeing. We also cultivate all of the indigo needed for our dyeing by our ourselves. In addition to indigo dyeing, visitors can experience madder dyeing or mud dyeing, a rarity in Japan, that uses mud from the mineral spring that gushes out a local shrine. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Activity Details We will dye a single gauze 8-part sleeved haori. You can choose between indigo dyeing, mud dyeing, or madder dyeing. It can be dyed in a single color, or with two different colors. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Unfortunately, if you put our address into a car navigation system, it will only show a portion of the route. Please put "Hi-COLOR handworks" into Google Maps. -----------　Shop Details　-----------　 【Name】Hi-COLOR handworks 【Address】〒775-0202 Tsutsujigon 6-2. Ogawa, Kaiyo-cho, Kaifu-gun, Tokushima Prefecture 【TEL】0884-75-2515 【HP】https://hi-colorhandworks.com/

【Hi-COLOR handworks】Hemp Stole Indigo/Mud/Madder Dyeing

Hi-COLOR handworks is located in Kaiyo Town in the southernmost part of Tokushima Prefecture. We use water from the Kaifu River, said to be one of the cleanest in all Japan, for our dyeing. We also cultivate all of the indigo needed for our dyeing by our ourselves. In addition to indigo dyeing, visitors can experience madder dyeing or mud dyeing, a rarity in Japan, that uses mud from the mineral spring that gushes out a local shrine. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Activity Details We will dye a hemp stole (180 cm x 53 cm). You can choose between indigo dyeing, mud dyeing, or madder dyeing. It can be dyed in a single color, or with two different colors. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Unfortunately, if you put our address into a car navigation system, it will only show a portion of the route. Please put "Hi-COLOR handworks" into Google Maps. -----------　Shop Details　-----------　 【Name】Hi-COLOR handworks 【Address】〒775-0202 Tsutsujigon 6-2. Ogawa, Kaiyo-cho, Kaifu-gun, Tokushima Prefecture 【TEL】0884-75-2515 【HP】https://hi-colorhandworks.com/

Shower Climbing! [Family Course/For Children 6 & Older]

Children 6 years of age and older can participate in this activity. Since this course is recommended for younger children, parents/guardians can have them participate with peace of mind. (The "Short Course" is recommended for middle/high-school aged children.) The area is filled with green trees along the river and plenty of negative ions. This exciting course takes you through pouring waters, climbing rocks, and being hit by waterfalls. Grab your family, and get ready to experience a truly exhilarating adventure! *The activity schedule/location is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Shower Climbing ♢ This adventure has visitors explore from downstream to upstream while wearing a wetsuit + helmet + lifejacket + special shoes. Reaching the finishing goal is an exhilarating experience! The difference between this and rock climbing is that you get to feel the water through the entire activity! Climb up the mountain while enjoying plenty of natural showers and taking your time to feel the coolness of the mountain water. ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!

Relaxing SUP in the Southern Tokushima Sea!

The Tokushima southern sea is extremely clear, making it the perfect place for marine activities. Relax and enjoy SUP at Ozuna Beach. Great for beginners! An experienced instructor will give you a lesson on how to properly paddle. Once you get used to it, you can even try yoga on the board! Children aged 6 or older can participate, so it is great for parents and children. ♪ From the beach you can enjoy a view of Tebajima Island as you enjoy a relaxing time. Grab your friends and family, and get ready to experience a SUP with us! *The activity schedule/location is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!

Wajiki Packrafting! [For Children 12 & Older]

This is a whitewater packraft tour for junior high school students and older. This course is recommended for those who want to try river rafting alone or for those who want to enjoy a relaxing river rafting experience. Our instructors have over 10 years of experience, so there's no need to worry if it's your first time. ♢What is a packraft? A packraft is a single-seated inflatable boat (air-filled boat). It was created for adventurers to use when rafting and crossing rivers during their adventures. It is highly portable and weighs only 3 kg! You can easily carry it in your rucksack. Due to their large surface area, these packrafts are not as difficult to handle as kayaks and canoes, and there is less risk of capsizing. If there is no current, you can quickly and easily cruise on the water. With some practice, you will be able to cruise rivers with a slightly faster current. ♢ Children 12 years and above are eligible to participate in this activity. ♢ Fees Groups of 3 or More: 7,500 Yen per Person Groups of 2: 10,500 Yen per Person * The activity schedule/location is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!

Make Authentic Baumkuchen with Bamboo!

In the midst of nature, try your hand at making Baumkuchen with bamboo! You'll start by preparing the bamboo. Steps include cutting the bamboo with a saw, drilling in air holes... Enjoy a unique experience that can only be found here! Once the bamboo sticks are ready, it's time to finish preparations by making the dough. The baking process is divided into two groups, with two people to hold the bamboo sticks and the other to pour the dough over them. It is then baked slowly, where everyone must be in unison. The resulting quality is entirely based on teamwork! Even with the same ingredients, the texture and flavor can turn out to be a bit different. On the premises, you can meet the goats and chickens who have the job of keeping the grass cut. The bamboo leaves cut during the activity will be completely eaten by the goats. This is both an environmentally friendly tour and bamboo maintenance tour! Families, friends and groups are welcome to participate. Reservations require at least 2 people. Due to the necessary tasks, only those 5 and older are able to participate. *The activity schedule/location is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!

Wajiki Rafting! [Adventure Course/For Children 10 & Older]

Paddle through surging rapids in a course further upstream than the Family Course. Great for beginners, this course can be enjoyed by both children and adults. You don't need to worry if it's your first time, as you'll be supported by our guides who have over 10 years of experience. Recommended for those who may be a little afraid of the rapids, but still want to experience a bit of a thrill. Ages: Children 10 & Older Fees: For Groups of 3 or More: 8,250 Yen per Person For Groups of 2: 11,000 Yen per Person *The activity schedule/location is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About the Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We plan and operate nature activity tours in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150-year-old Japanese traditional folk houses (kominka), guests can experience the country way of life throughout the four seasons. We also offer many tours for children as young as under 1, as well as camping programs. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. We're looking forward to meeting you!