{"product_id":"sado-ogi-tarai-bune-shukunegi-village-5h-private-tour","title":"Sado Island (Ogi) Private Shore Excursion: Tarai-bune \u0026 Shukunegi Village – 5H","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTour Itinerary – 5H\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOgi Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOgi Port is a coastal gateway to the southern part of Sado Island, known for its maritime heritage and traditional culture. Begin your journey here to explore the island’s scenic shores and historic communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYajima and Kyojima Islands (Tarai-bune Tub Boat Experience)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYajima and Kyojima are small, picturesque islands surrounded by clear coastal waters. This area is famous for its traditional tarai-bune, or tub boats, a unique local fishing craft that reflects Sado Island’s maritime traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShukunegi Village\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShukunegi is a historic fishing village featuring narrow lanes and traditional wooden houses built close together. Explore its distinctive streetscape and discover the traditional way of life that shaped this coastal community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSado Ogi Folk Museum and Sengokubune Ship Exhibition Hall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sado Ogi Folk Museum preserves the island’s local history, culture, and traditional lifestyle. The Sengokubune Ship Exhibition Hall showcases a traditional Japanese cargo ship, offering insight into the maritime trade that connected Sado with other parts of Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSawazaki Lighthouse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVisit Sawazaki Lighthouse along Sado Island's rugged southwestern coastline and enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOgi Town (if time permits)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf time permits, enjoy a short stop in the historic port town before returning to Ogi Port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOgi Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturn to Ogi Port, where your tour concludes. Enjoy the coastal atmosphere as you return to this historic port on Sado Island.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin your private shore excursion with convenient pickup directly from Ogi Port. Travel in the comfort of your own private vehicle with a dedicated professional driver. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to explore southern Sado Island comfortably and at your own pace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart at Yajima and Kyojima, two picturesque islands surrounded by the clear coastal waters of southern Sado. Here, discover one of the island’s most distinctive traditions with the opportunity to ride a tarai-bune, a traditional wooden tub boat historically used by local fishermen to collect shellfish and seaweed. The peaceful inlet, red arched bridge, and rocky islands create one of the most memorable scenes in the Ogi area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue to Shukunegi, a historic port village that prospered through shipping and shipbuilding during the Edo period. Walk through narrow lanes lined with traditional wooden houses and discover the distinctive townscape shaped by generations of sailors and shipwrights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext, visit the Sado Ogi Folk Museum and Sengokubune Ship Exhibition Hall, housed partly in a former wooden elementary school building. Explore exhibits showcasing the traditional lifestyle, fishing practices, and maritime heritage of southern Sado. A highlight is Hakusanmaru, a full-scale reconstruction of a traditional Japanese merchant ship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the 5-hour tour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, continue to Sawazaki Lighthouse, located along the rugged southwestern coastline of Sado Island. Enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery and peaceful surroundings. If time permits, make an additional stop in Ogi Town to experience the atmosphere of this historic port community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe driver speaks Japanese, and communication will be assisted by a translation device. Before your tour, you will receive an exclusive English digital guidebook and audio guide with information about the itinerary and each sightseeing location. Pre-tour customer support is available in English.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter exploring the maritime traditions, historic villages, and beautiful coastal landscapes of southern Sado, your driver will return you to Ogi Port with the itinerary planned to leave a comfortable margin before your scheduled boarding time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mride-alternative-duration\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnother tour duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sado-ogi-tarai-bune-shukunegi-village-4h-private-tour\"\u003eView the 4H \/ 5HH option →\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japan Private Shore excursions","offers":[{"title":"Standard Car up to 4","offer_id":67933776740414,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Van up to 9","offer_id":67933776805950,"sku":null,"price":582.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/6303\/5198\/files\/Ogi4h3.jpg?v=1791965932","url":"https:\/\/japanprivateshoreexcursions.com\/products\/sado-ogi-tarai-bune-shukunegi-village-5h-private-tour","provider":"Japan Private Shore excursions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}