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Amount of money	1 person:7,700suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
time zone	9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00
the time required	Approx. 3.5 hours
Holding period	January - March

Features of this plan

For Those Considering a Whale-Watching Trip

⚠️Winter onlyBecause it's a popular tour, reservations are usually made one month in advance,Sold-out shows are becoming the normPlease make your reservation as soon as possible before you end up saying, “I couldn’t get a reservation…😭”!

Winter Special! Whale Watching Tour
Enjoy a Thrilling Experience in the Amami Islands☆

Whale-watching tours in the Amami Islands during winter are a roughly 3-hour cruise experience! You can enjoy thrilling moments like watching the whales breathe, see their tails, and watch them jump out of the water♪

Guided by ProfessionalsSo even beginners can participate with confidence—come experience the wonders of nature with your family and friends! ☆

Recommendations

◆ Witness the whales’ diverse behaviors in about 3 hours
◆ Professionally run for your peace of mind♪ Open to beginners
◆Observe humpback whales up close—only this winter!
◆Share the wonder of nature with family and friends
◆Enjoy the spectacular sight of whales from the second-floor seating area

whale watching

On the second deck of the ship—with a fantastic view☆
Professionals with in-depth knowledge of the ocean will guide you safely

The breathtaking sight of humpback whales, which appear in the Amami Islands only during the winter,Observing from the second-floor deck of the shipA Rare Opportunity☆

You can witness a variety of whale behaviors—such as spouting, tail slaps, and breaching—right before your eyes, and experience a truly awe-inspiring moment. Come spend an unforgettable time in Amami this winter♪

⬇︎Click here for package tours that include diving

[Amami/Naze/January–March Only] Introductory Diving & Whale Watching☆ Enjoy These Popular Activities in a Single Day♪ 《Pickup Available in Naze and Tatsugo Town》 (No. 199)開始時間: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.所要時間: About 8 hours20,000 yen

Reference Schedule

morning	afternoon	Contents
8:45	12:45	Meet at Kominato Port
9:00	13:00	We boarded the ship and set sail! (Cruise duration: approx. 3 hours) We'll hop on a boat and go look for humpback whales. Let's observe the whales' various behaviors!
12:00	16:00	Return to the port; end of the cruise

*The above is a guide only.
Subject to change due to weather and other factors.

Course Content and Details

Price

Per person: 7,700 yen

Fee includes

Boarding Fee, Insurance

Clothing and personal belongings

Windproof and waterproof cold-weather clothing, motion sickness medication, beverages (in plastic bottles)
◆Recommended items: Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses

Meeting and Dismissal Location

Kominato Port, Amami City
894-0771 Kominato, Oaza Naze, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture
(About a 20-minute drive from downtown Naze, Amami City)
*Start time15 minutes agoMeet by
*Free parking available

Location

Sea around Amami Oshima Island

Holding period

January - March

Opening Hours

9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00

Eligibility

Ages 12 and up
*Pregnant women are not permitted to participate.

Number of participants

Available for groups of one or more (minimum group size: 5 people)

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By 18:00 the day before

*Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.

Special note 》

*The tour may be canceled if the wind is strong or sea conditions are poor. If it is unlikely that the tour will take place, we will make a decision the day before and contact you.

*Since whales are wild animals, we cannot guarantee a 100% chance of sighting them. (No refunds will be issued if you are unable to see any whales.)

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