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Wamu
| Area name | Unnan Area |
|---|---|
| Practitioner | Kazuhiko Sato |
| Hands-on Experiences | Nature Experiences/Culinary Experiences/Sports Experiences |
| Accommodation | Day Trip Experience |
| Meals | Available (Meals are prepared with others) |
The guesthouse "Wamu" is a large building covered in red tiles located along Prefectural Road 270, a 10-minute drive away from JR Izumo Minari Station. Surrounded by majestic mountains, many sightseeing spots can be found in the vicinity of Wamu, such as "Itohara Memorial Hall" owned by an old family in Okuizumo and the scenic "Oni no Shitaburui" gorge.
The program affiliate Mr. Sato runs a construction business and he had made use of a vacant traditional residence to set up Wamu. With its vast grounds and a spacious garden, you can relax indoors while enjoying the beautiful scenery outside.
As Mr. Sato also grows perilla and organic cotton, you can experience various activities including agricultural work such as harvesting, cooking with local vegetables, and visiting sightseeing spots in the area.
Accommodation here is also a recommended experience for anyone who is considering a return to rural life. (Accommodation is currently unavailable at this facility. Activities here are only for visitors on day trips.)
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Farming experience
| Experience category | Rural Area-Specific Experiences |
|---|---|
| Period | Spring-autumn |
| Number of participants | Please consult with us in advance. |
| Time required | Around 1 to 2 hours |
| Fee | 1,000 yen / person |
| Things to bring | Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty |
| Necessity of reservation | Please place your reservation at least one week in advance. |
| Experience content | This activity allows you to take part in agricultural work involving perilla, organic cotton, and bell peppers. Perilla contains the essential fatty acid α-linolenic acid, a blood-thinning agent. This compound has attracted attention in recent years for its role in preventing adult diseases and enhancing the effect of dieting. If you visit at the right time, you will have the chance to harvest perilla and bring it home. The harvest season for cotton is around September, and harvesting fluffy cotton is a really enjoyable experience. |
Local walking tour
| Experience category | Nature Experiences／Sports Experiences／Traditional Cultural Experiences |
|---|---|
| Period | All year |
| Suitable age group | Please consult with us in advance. |
| Number of participants | Please consult with us in advance. |
| Time required | Around 2 hours |
| Fee | 1,000 yen / person |
| Things to bring | N/A |
| Necessity of reservation | Please place your reservation at least one week in advance. |
| Experience content | This activity allows you to visit the sightseeing spots in Okuizumo. Located just a few minutes' drive from Wamu are interesting spots such as "Itohara Memorial Hall," which had prospered as a tatara iron production workshop during the Edo period, and "Oni no Shitaburui," whose massive and odd rock formations create a dynamic landscape against the backdrop of a steep valley. You can enjoy exploring these places along with Mr. Sato. There is also a golf course nearby where you can play golf if you wish. |
| Note | A separate admission fee applies for entry into the Itohara Memorial Hall. |
Experience the rural way of life (accommodation currently unavailable)
| Experience category | Nature Experiences／Culinary Experiences |
|---|---|
| Period | All year |
| Suitable age group | N/A |
| Number of participants | Please consult with us in advance. |
| Fee | 6,800 yen per person (per night, including two meals) |
| Things to bring | Please bring along your own pajamas and other essential items. |
| Necessity of reservation | Please place your reservation at least one week in advance. |
| Experience content | You can experience the rural way of life at this traditional residence. You will find an old cellar and a large courtyard within the premises where you can enjoy barbecue using seasonal vegetables and Okuizumo wagyu beef or make takikomi-gohan (mixed rice) over a traditional brick stove. In addition, you can savor the wonderful flavors of food that is unique to rural areas, such as dishes made using local vegetables. You will also find many traditional items from the past within the premises, which makes it fun to casually explore the house and its surroundings. |
Facility details
| Facility name | Wamu |
|---|---|
| Practitioner | Kazuhiko Sato |
| Address | 705 Otani, Okuizumo-cho, Nita-gun, Shimane Prefecture |
| Inquiry phone number | +8180-2942-5129 |
| Business hours | Nothing |
| Closed days | Days off vary |
| Transportation method | 6-minute drive from Izumo Minari Station ※Drop-off and pick-up services available (please consult with us in advance) |
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- #1
- ご利用に関しては事前に予約が必要です。
- #2
- 普通の民家ですので、寝間着や洗面具などのアメニティ用品はございません。
各自ご準備ください。
- #3
- 体験メニューは各家庭ごとの独自メニューで対応します。
内容・体験時間等により料金が異なりますので直接ご確認ください。
- #4
- 受入家庭は親戚を迎える気持ちで接します。旅館や民宿とは違うことをご理解いただき、
田舎の親戚に帰ってきたようなリラックスした気持ちで、
普段着のままの田舎のおもてなしをお楽しみください。
- #5
- 原則、食事の提供はお客様との共同調理となります。
しまねのおいしい田舎料理を調理段階からお楽しみください。
- #6
- 携帯電話がつながりにくい地域がありますので、受入家庭に事前にご確認ください。