Go beyond tourism and step into village life,
where the history and spirit of Okinawa live on.
Handcraft traditional tools that once supported everyday life, then immerse yourself in the local Noryosai summer festival as one of the community.
Share a drink with local residents and enjoy a front-row seat to the Eisa performance by the Isa Ward Youth Association. Feel the thunder of the taiko drums and the energy of the dancers up close in this intimate, one-day-only experience, limited to just five guests.
A portion of your participation fee is returned to the local community to support the festival, Eisa traditions, and educational opportunities for local children.
13:00
Meet & Depart from Naha
Meet in central Naha and depart for Ginowan by private coach. As we make our way toward Isa, look forward to a special day immersed in the culture and spirit of an Okinawan summer.
14:00
Visit the Ginowan City Museum
Learn to make a traditional household item using kuba, a palm leaf long woven into everyday Okinawan life. Working with natural materials and weaving each piece by hand, discover the ingenuity and wisdom behind traditional ways of living. With guidance from local residents, create a piece of your own to take home.
14:30
Traditional Craft Workshop — Weaving a Kuba Leaf Basket
Learn to make a traditional household item using kuba, a palm leaf long woven into everyday Okinawan life. Working with natural materials and weaving each piece by hand, discover the ingenuity and wisdom behind traditional ways of living. With guidance from local residents, create a piece of your own to take home.
17:00
Discover Isa — Community Introduction & Walking Tour
Travel to Isa in Ginowan, where local residents will introduce you to the area’s history, culture, and way of life.
Then take a walk through the neighborhood with members of the community, discovering the landscapes, traditions, and connections between people that have grown alongside its festivals. This is a chance to experience the everyday life of Isa—something rarely encountered through conventional tourism.
18:00
Join the Noryosai — Naorai & Resonant Dining
Experience the lively atmosphere of an Okinawan summer festival and join the local community for Naorai, a traditional gathering after a festival or ceremony.
Sharing food and conversation around the same table, Kyoshoku (Resonant Dining) offers a special opportunity to connect with the community—to experience its culture, everyday life, and the stories and feelings carried by the people who call it home.
20:00
Experience Eisa by the Isa Youth Association
Feel the power of Okinawa’s traditional performing art up close, as the thunder of taiko drums, dynamic dancing, and the energy of the community come together.
Witness the passion of the Isa Youth Association and the traditions they have carried forward through generations. An unforgettable summer night filled with the spirit of Okinawa.
21:30
Return to Naha
The experience concludes in central Naha. Take home memories of a journey that went beyond sightseeing—a day spent stepping into the life of a local community.
Date
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Participation Fee
Free of charge as this is a pilot tour
Capacity
Limited to 5 guests
Meeting Point
Ginowan City Museum
End Point
Central Naha
Accompanied By
Dedicated bilingual guide and photography staff
What to Wear
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes A walking tour is included when exploring the Isa area. Please bring an umbrella in case of rain.
