Highlights
Explore the nature related to Oshima Tsumugi and mud dyeing.
Experience the interconnection of Oshima Tsumugi and nature through the tour.
You can take home a unique dyed item created by you.
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Overview
Amami Oshima Island Area
Available Daily
Pick-up available
What to expect
This tour takes you to the forests of northern Amami Oshima, where you will understand the connection between Dorozome (mud-dyeing) and nature, and visit a workshop to experience the artisans’ skills firsthand.
Activity Provider
Link Adventures
Activity Provider
Link Adventures
FAQ
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 3 business days to 00:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 00:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- After your booking confirmed, changes such as dates or a number of participants causes you cancellation charges.
Operation days
- Everyday
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Required items to bring & attire
- Bug spray
- During the mud dyeing experience, it is recommended to wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty (preferably black in color)
- Beverages
- Walking shoes
- Hat
- Towel
- Sunscreen
Other requirements
- The pick-up and drop-off times may vary depending on your accommodation
- We provide materials for the mud dyeing experience such as T-shirts, towels, tote bags, scarves, etc. Additional charges may apply based on the material.
- Mud dyeing in the mud field may not be possible depending on the weather conditions. In such cases, you will be able to experience mud dyeing using the prepared mud tubs inside the studio.
- We will do our best to accommodate your requests and take you to a restaurant for lunch. However, please note that we may not always be able to fulfill your specific preferences.
- In the forest, it is necessary to be cautious of Habu snakes at all times. Please always follow the guide’s instructions.
- At Link Adventures, we provide island-wide pick-up and drop-off services for those participating in our tours. For customers who wish to be picked up and dropped off, we will add the actual cost of transportation (gasoline fee) to the tour fee based on the following criteria.
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Additional notes
- It is conducted in rainy weather. During forest walks, participants are required to wear raincoats or use umbrellas.For mud dyeing experience, you can participate in the activity inside the artisan studio without getting wet. If it’s heavy rain or various warnings being issued, the situation will be assessed, and the activity may be canceled.
- Walk comfortably through the forest on mostly flat terrain, suitable for participants of all ages, including children and the elderly.
- Children under the age of 6 can participate only if their parents are able to take care of them during the tour. If they join the mud dyeing experience together, there will be a charge for the child, but if they only accompany without participating, it is free of charge.
- You are welcome to bring cotton materials (such as T-shirts or bags) for the mud dyeing experience. If the material exceeds 280g, an additional fee of 70 yen per 10g will be charged.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 6.
1 Day Dorozome (Mud dyeing) and Local Nature Experience In Amami Oshima
This tour takes you to the forests of northern Amami Oshima, where you will understand the connection between Dorozome (mud-dyeing) and nature, and visit a workshop to experience the artisans’ skills firsthand.



































