Amami CULTURE Tours

Amami wouldn't be the same without Shima Uta, the traditional folk music of the Amami Islands. Deeply connected to the island's culture, a private live performance is an unforgettable experience. Combined with a beautiful natural setting, it offers a rare opportunity to experience a side of Amami that few visitors ever do. Experience it for yourself on our Culture Tour with Shima Uta.

The native textile of the Amami Islands is known as Oshima Tsumugi, one of the world's three most extraordinary textiles. Woven from silk and dyed using the island's unique dorozome (mud-dyeing) technique, it is renowned for its beauty, softness, and exceptional durability—it's even said to last for three generations. You can also try your hand at traditional dorozome during your visit. Experience this remarkable tradition on our Nature & Oshima Tsumugi Tour.

Among the Amami Islands' best-kept secrets is kokuto shochu, a distilled spirit produced exclusively in the Amami Archipelago. Having worked inside both kokuto shochu and imo shochu distilleries, John offers guests a deeper understanding of the craft, history, and traditions behind this remarkable spirit. Discover it for yourself on our Nature & Kokuto Shochu Tour.