I did this experience a few times and it's perhaps the most unique one you will find in Japan. Beware, it is very tiring and you have to release the shellfish you catch.

About the Tour:

Ama Diver Experience – Ise‐Shima (Hosted by IST Co., Ltd.)

Operator: IST Co., Ltd. (Mie Prefecture travel agency license No. 3-363)

Price: ¥33,000 per person (tax included)

• Minimum Group Size: 2 adults

• Season: April through November (dates subject to availability)

What’s Included

• 45-minute diving experience with a local Ama (traditional female freediver)

• Boat fare between port and diving site

• Wetsuit rental

• English-speaking guide on board

• Travel accident insurance

Group Arrangement

• Each Ama diver accompanies 2–3 guests

• Larger groups will have multiple Ama divers assigned

Requirements & Conditions

• Participants must be at least 13 years old and in good physical and mental health

• Not available to pregnant individuals

• Liability waiver required

• Activity may be canceled due to weather or insufficient participants — deposit refunded if applicable

• Please inform in advance of any allergies or special needs

• Marine life caught must be returned to the water per local regulations

Cancellation Policy

• 3–6 days before tour: 50% refund

• 2 days or less: No refund