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Living with art and spectacular views Experience a private space surrounded by the sea and mountains

An Art Museum You Can Stay In: Ryukyu Villa - A Life Surrounded by Art and Spectacular Views - An Experience in a Private Space Surrounded by Sea and Mountains

CASE STUDY Examples of How to Spend Your Time

Day01

15:00~Check-in

Check in

Check-in

There is a parking lot for guests on the premises. Each building can accommodate up to 2 cars.

15:05~with the Original Compilation Album as background music

Relaxing Ambient Music

Original Compilation Album

We have prepared a calming compilation album centered around ambient music. Please listen to it from the CD player provided in the room. You are free to take the compilation album home with you.

15:05~Welcome Drink

Welcome Drink

Drip Coffee

Drip coffee from the popular self-roasted coffee "Beans and Barley" in Amami Oshima

Tankan

We have prepared tankan liquor, made by soaking tankan (a natural hybrid of ponkan and navel orange) harvested from the Ryukyu Villa's grounds in brown sugar shochu. *Tankan liquor will be available until stock runs out. (Season: February to April)

15:30~Enjoying art while looking at the artwork introduction booklet

Art Work Booklet

Enjoying art while looking at the artwork introduction booklet

The concepts of the art pieces displayed indoors and in the garden, as well as the profiles of the artists, are included in a booklet.

16:00~Explore the premises and neighborhood

Stroll around the grounds and neighborhood

Ashitoku Coast

Ashitoku Coast

A beautiful beach at Ashitoku appears just a 2-minute walk from the villa. Because it is an inland sea, the waves and winds are calm, providing a soothing experience. It is a recommended beach for morning and evening walks.

Observation Deck

Observation Deck (on the premises)

Japanese-style deck created to view the scenery of Ashitoku

Craftsman (Temple Carpenter): Naotaka Saito After experiencing the yakuza, he became a temple carpenter. He is involved in the construction of shrines and temples across the country. He lives in two locations: Amami Oshima and Kanagawa Prefecture.

Herb Garden

Herb Garden

The herbs nurtured by the nature of Amami Oshima have a strong aroma and rich flavor. The Ryukyu Villa is equipped with cooking utensils, so please enjoy cooking with herbs with your family and friends.

Types of herbs: Sweet Basil, Holy Basil, Mint, Coriander, Arugula, Rosemary, Celery, Chives, Kale, Aromaticus, Parsley, Oregano, Thyme, Sage, Dill, Curry Plant *The types of herbs may change depending on the season.

Goat Shed

Goat Shed (next to the property with the villa)

Mountain cherry

Mountain cherry (season: January to February)

Tangerine field

Tangerine field (on the premises)

The garden of Ryukyu Villa was originally an old tangerine field. You can enjoy harvesting tangerines from February to March each year. Enjoy the elegant sweetness of tangerines. *Tangerines are a type of tangor, a natural hybrid of ponkan and navel orange.

17 :00~ Sauna

Sauna with the concept of “stunning view + art space”

Sauna
Sauna

Please relax and refresh to your heart's content in a detached sauna with the concept of “stunning view + art space,” complete with a cold bath (mini pool).

Sauna
Grapefruit water bath
Grapefruit water bath

Grapefruit water bath Grapefruit (gettou) is called "sanen" in Amami Oshima and is a precious plant of the ginger family that only grows in subtropical regions. It is said to have various benefits for the skin and mind.

Beauty effects of grapefruit The essential oil components of grapefruit leaves have strong antibacterial properties, tightening the skin, enhancing metabolism, activating the skin, and improving spots and wrinkles, as research has shown. Furthermore, grapefruit is said to be rich in minerals and effective for moisturizing and post-sunburn skin care.
Additionally, it is said to be richer in antioxidant power than vitamin E, containing about 30 times the polyphenols of red wine, and has the ability to promote collagen production and delay the decrease of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin due to aging.

Healing effects of grapefruit It is said to relieve stress, promote relaxation, purify, regenerate, and circulate, and is a plant that aligns with women's rhythms. It possesses the power of the lunar phases and is deeply connected to women. It is said to help regulate menstruation, improve body swelling, and be effective for menopausal symptoms, as well as expelling toxins from the body.

Grapefruit water bath

18:30~ Dinner

Food delivery service “Amami Style Gourmet BBQ”& “Island Kurobuta Shabu Shabu Set”

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Barbecue
(Delivery Service)

Barbecue
Barbecue
Barbecue

Barbecue while watching the sea and starry sky in the garden

Food delivery service "Amami Style"
You can use "Gourmet BBQ".

*Reservations are required separately.

Barbecue

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Island Black Pig Shabu-Shabu
(Delivery Service)

Island Black Pig Shabu-Shabu

Supervised by 'Sake and Sides Miyakawa'
~Limited to Ryukyu Villa~

We will serve the "Island Black Pig" belly and loin, raised in the great nature of Amami Oshima using traditional breeding methods, along with special ponzu sauce, sesame sauce, island tofu, vegetables, and finishing ramen.

*Reservations are required separately.
*Sales period: November to April

20:30~Campfire

Campfire in the Fire Pit

Campfire
Campfire

Please enjoy a campfire in the fire pit located in the garden.

21 :00~Wine

Carefully selected natural Wine

Wine

We have carefully selected natural wines from the wine specialty importer "Klein aber Wein," which provides wines to restaurants and wine bars mainly in the Tokyo area (about 6 types). Please place your order from the tablet inside.

Day02

9:00~Breakfast

Recommended Breakfast

CAFE Yasudokoro

There is a CAFE 3 minutes on foot from Ryukyu Villa
There is a Yasudokoro.

〇 CAFE Yasudokoro

Business Hours: am 9:00~

Kokoro Hareru Bread Weather Hareru Bakery

We also recommend enjoying takeout bread from the nearby bakery "Kokoro Hareru Bread Weather Hareru Bakery" in the garden.

〇 Kokoro Hareru Bread Weather Hareru Bakery

*Since the business hours are from 10:00, we recommend purchasing in advance the day before.

1 1 :00~Activity

Recommended Activities

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At Kurazaki Beach
Snorkeling

Snorkeling

Kurazaki Beach, located about 5 minutes by car from Ryukyu Villa, is a popular spot for diving and snorkeling. Our facility offers rentals of snorkeling gear, umbrellas, beach beds, side tables, and beach sandals (for a fee). Please enjoy your time relaxing on the beach.

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Participate in Surfing School

Surfing School

Tebiro Beach, about a 10-minute drive from Ryukyu Villa, is a mecca for surfing. There are also school lessons for beginners, so you can enjoy surfing with peace of mind.

〇Surf School & Café
“GREENHILL AMAMI”

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Whale Watching (Winter Season)

Whale Watching
Whale Watching

In winter, whales come to Amami Oshima to raise their young. If you're lucky, you might even see baby whales.

Whale Watching

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“Mud Dyeing and Indigo Dyeing”
Workshop

Mud dyeing and indigo dyeing
Mud dyeing and indigo dyeing

You can experience the traditional techniques of "mud dyeing" and "indigo dyeing" that have been passed down in Amami Oshima since ancient times. It starts with making the dye and involves natural dyeing that connects to Oshima tsumugi threads and kasuri.

You can bring your own dyeing materials, or purchase T-shirts, stoles, eco bags, etc. (around 500 to 2000 yen) that are available at the workshop for dyeing. You can dye 4 to 5 pieces throughout the day.

〇Kanai Crafts

Mud dyeing and indigo dyeing

18:00~Catering

On-site meals provided by the popular bistro restaurant “Kurau”

Catering
Catering

You can enjoy primitive dishes made with firewood and charcoal by the popular bistro restaurant "Kurau" in Naze. Dining in the garden while stargazing is also recommended.

Catering

Catering
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