Vegan Treasures of Taketomi

Guided by the island ethos of *utsugumi* — coming together as one — Taketomi preserves its striking village scenery and distinctive traditions. This tour offers a one-of-a-kind culinary experience led by local walking guides, chefs and potters. Begin at the island museum to learn the seasonal calendar of local food, then stroll through a village that retains the original Okinawan landscape while gathering *inochigusā* (medicinal/edible wild herbs) and other island ingredients. In the Former Yonakuni Family Residence (a nationally designated Important Cultural Property), prepare Ryukyuan ceremonial dishes in a vegan style and savour them on *yachimun* tableware crafted by island artisans. Feel the living cycle of nature and culture with all five senses on a singular journey that delves into Taketomi’s history and gastronomy.

• Days of Week

  Sun,Mon,Tue,Fri,Sat

• Duration

  4 hours

• Adult (ages 12+)

  JPY 45,500

• Child (ages 6-11)

  JPY 36,400

• Infant (ages 5 & under)

  JPY 0

• Highlight #1

  Experience rooted in the spirit of *utsugumi* (mutual support)

• Highlight #2

  Exclusive access at the Former Yonakuni Family Residence (Important Cultural Property)

• Highlight #3

  ‘Taketomi Vegan’ reflecting the island’s ceremonial culture

• Highlight #4

  Foraging *inochigusā* and island ingredients under special permission

• Highlight #5

  A union of cuisine and *yachimun* tableware by island artisans

• Highlight #6

  High-value experience aligned with Taketomi’s ‘Blue Zone’ lifestyle

• Highlight #7

  A portion of the fee supports landscape preservation

• What's Included

  • vegan lunch
  • dressing in Ryukyuan attire
  • Photo Shooting
  • ‘Island Soy Sauce’ souvenir
  • rental of *kuba* hat & fan

• What's Not Included

  • round-trip ferry Ishigaki–Taketomi

• Requirements

  • from Ishigaki, please take the 09:30 Yaeyama Kankō Ferry

• What to Bring

  • Clothes That are Easy to Move Around in

• Additional Info

  • schedule may change or be cancelled due to weather
  • full refund if cancelled
  • Please take your rubbish with you (do not dispose of it on the island)
  • For weather cancellations, notification by 17:00 the day before
  • Operator: Gokōya.

• Minimum Participants

  • 2

• Cancellation Policies

  0%

  3 days before to 17:00

  10%

  2 days before to 17:00

  50%

  1 day before to 17:00

  After 17:00, 1 day before

  100%

  Participation Date