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Private tour in Naha Kumiko T
Okinawa: The Cradle of Karate, Martial Arts of Peace (Up to 2 persons)
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"Enjoy a relaxing and fun trip with an energetic, friendly guide in beautiful islands of Okinawa!" I have been guiding in Okinawa since 2008! I love guiding visitors around Okinawa because I have been interested in a unique history and culture of Okinawa, which are very different from those of mainland Japan. Also how can I resist introducing tourists to amazing natural wonders of Okinawa including lush green subtropical rain forest, unbelievably clear beautiful sea and underwater world, and heavenly beautiful starry sky? I love the peace-loving spirit of Okinawa. Okinawa is the birthplace of karate. I take karate lessons twice a week as I have been impressed by the karate spirit: "the spirit focusing not on winning, but rather on not losing; of not attacking, but rather defending life; and the continual training of the self to achieve this. " In order to satisfy you with a great experience about Okinawa Karate and Okinawa Kobudo, I go to one of the most famous traditional Okinawa Kobudo dojos "Bunbukan". I am a black belt holder (3rd dan) for karate and a black belt holder (3rd dan) for kobudo. I can arrange visits or experience lessons to these dojos for you! While I am not working, I enjoy outdoors and try to go to the gym as much as possible to take classes (boxercise, dance, and muscle-building). I like training my body and having fun with everybody in the classes as well as I feel refreshed after that and feel recharged for work the next day. Also I love joining a study tour led by a university professor, a staff member from the culture section of board of education of local municipalities, or a curator of a museum. For a history-loving person like me, it is always interesting to know more deeply about the history of Okinawa. I am extremely energetic and have been researching many nice places for you to dine in. I can make your stay in Okinawa a memorable one, hoping you will become a big fan of Okinawa as well! * August 2005 Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at University of Maryland University College * 2007 TOEIC 970 * December 2007 Okinawa Prefecture Licensed Guide Interpreter * January 2008 National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter * November 2009 Itinerary Control Manager *2010 Certified as a Nakijin Castle Site Guide by Nakijin Village Board of Education * 2011 Certified as a Naha Walking Guide by Naha City Tourism Association * 2014 Certified as a Nago Walking Guide by Nago City Tourism Association * 2016 Certified as a Ginowan City Cultural Properties Guide by Ginowan City Board of Education * 2017 Certified as a Astronomy Guide (Associate Guide) * 2018 Certified as a PADI Open Water Diver and a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver * 2021 Certified as an Okinawa KARATE Guide Interpreter by Okinawa government *2022 Certified as a Yaese Town Guide by Yaese Tourism Association *2023 Certified as a Peace Guide by Okinawa Prefecture Tourism Volunteer Association *2023 Certified as a Haebaru Town Guide *2024 Certified as a Kitanakagusuku Village Guide by Kitanakaguduku Village Tourism Association *2024 Certified as a Naha City Walking Tour Guide by Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau None
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Come and Take Karate and Kobudo Lessons and Visit the Places Associated with the Master You Admire!
Overview of your Naha tour
Why are so many people fascinated by Okinawan Karate? Not only its beautiful techniques but also its training practice brings a disciplined life and respect for others. A passion for seeking the goal keeps them coming back again and again to the dojo. While you are in Okinawa, why not take a lesson in a dojo of the school you desire? Also, try a lesson in a dojo of Okinawa Kobudo, whose opportunity can be small in your country but is very popular among the practitioners of Okinawa Martial Arts! I will introduce you to the most traditional school of Okinawa Karate: Shorinryu (or any dojo of another school you like) and one of the most famous dojos of Okinawa Kobudo presided by Nakamoto Mamoru Sensei! Google "Bo-makiwara by Nakamoto Mamoru, World Champion in Okinawan Kobudo, " and you can find him on Jesse Enkamp YouTube! We will explore the places associated with the Great Karate Masters and the tombstone of the founder you admire to feel what life was like back in time! I am happy to customize your tour!
Your Naha tour itinerary
* Please bring your dogi (if you have one) or sportwear with you. - Funakoshi Gichin "Karate ni sente nashi" Monument - Shuri Castle Site and Stone Pavement in Kinjo Town - Tombstone of Founders You Admire (if you would like) - Karate Kaikan *Please be kindly noted that the hall is closed on Wednesdays. (JPY400 per PAX) - Lunch - Kobudo Dojo Lesson and Okinawa Kobudo Museum (JPY5,000 per PAX) - Karate Dojo Lesson of Any School You Like (JPY5,000 per PAX) If you like to rent a dogi, it costs you JPY1,000
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan
*Clean, spacious, comfortable taxi with A/C (up to 2 travelers): private van with a driver * NOT INCLUDED- Expressway toll fee (if applicable): 320 yen to 3,220 yen, depending on which hotel you stay
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