Experience a tour of an umi budou (sea grape) cultivation facility on Izena Island
Sea grape cultivation is carried out around the Izena Fishery Cooperative's direct sales office.
Guided tours are available to observe the handcrafting of each piece of work.
Tastings will be available for purchase.
Basic Information
| Spot Name | Izena Fishery Cooperative Sea Grape Cultivation Facility |
| Location | 643 Izena Village, Izena, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa 905-0604 |
| Business hours and holidays | Morning session (10:00-12:00), 15 min. Afternoon Session (1:00-3:00 p.m.) Duration 15 min. Closed: Saturday, Sunday and national holidays |
| Access | 5 minutes drive from Nakada Port |
| Charge | One person: 700 yen Group discount (10 or more people) 500 yen Payment is by cash on site only. |
| parking lot | Free parking space available on site |
| equipment | Direct sales, rest area, restrooms |
| remarks | Advance reservations recommended for group tours. |
| inquiry | 0980-45-2217(Izena Fishery Cooperative Processing Center) |
| Map | View in Google Maps |
Q&A
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Advance reservations are recommended as much as possible, even for individuals. Reservations are required, especially for groups.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, we do. It is a great learning experience for children to see how sea grapes are made.
What is the estimated length of stay?
It usually takes 15 to 20 minutes to be guided through the whole process.

















