April, October, September (by request)

Morning ‘Awakening’ in Miyako

Watch the sun rise to the hypnotic beat of Taiko drums

Highlights

‘Jodogahama’ literally means Paradise Beach. In the 1700s, a Buddhist priest known as Reikyo was so moved by the natural beauty of this place that he named it after ‘Jodo’, the ultimate paradise of Pure Land Buddhism.
Experience a moment of spiritual paradise that you’ll never experience anywhere else, as you watch the sunrise over the quiet beach, accompanied by dramatic echos of local Taiko drumming performers ‘Abare-Taiko’. After a captivating performance, enjoy a bowl of warm soup or a light meal as you take-in early morning views of the picturesque bay.
*Program may be cancelled due to rain / unfavourable weather conditions.

Available only on Sundays from April 1 to April 30 and September 1 to October 31.

The listed time schedule is for April and October. In the case of September, each is advanced by 15 minutes.

OUTLINE

What’s Included

・ Breakfast, interpreter guide fee, taiko performance appreciation fee

Not included

・ Transportation expenses to the meeting place
・ Other things those are not included in the price

MEETING PLACE

TOUR COURSE

5:00

Meet, move from Jodogahama Visitor Center to Oku-Jodogahama

 

 

 

5:15

Private Taiko performance by Abare Taiko

If weather conditions are favourable, you’ll also witness an incredible sunrise over Jodogahama Beach.

 

5:45

Enjoy the chance to try out your own hand at the Taiko drums, instructed by the Abare Taiko team. After working up an appetite, enjoy a light breakfast of freshly made rice balls and soup.

6:30

Tour ends. 

 

TOUR DETAILS

Where
Jodogahama Visitor Center
Time
1 to 2 hours
Size
1~10
Price
99000JPY~ (per guest) (※approx. $990 USD)
Sign-up Deadline
Reservations accepted up to two days prior to tour.

Cancellation Policy
Up to three days prior, no cancellation fee. Three days ~ day before: 50% On the day: 100%

TOUR PLAN

Basic Plan

Price 99000JPY~ (per guest)

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