【Onomichi】Farm-to-Table Gibier: Life, Nature, and Food Appreciation Tour
LOCATION:
East Side
TOUR TYPE:
nature, trekking
HOUR:
3.5h
Join an unforgettable journey led by Shoko Nagamitsu, a prominent wild boar hunter and culinary researcher based in Hiroshima. This tour offers a profound exploration into the Japanese spirit and their relationship with food and nature through trekking and Gibier (wild game) cuisine.
During the trekking portion, we will focus on the critical role wild boars play in the forest ecosystem, and delve into the concept of Satoyama—the vital cultural landscape between mountain and plain—and the natural cycle that is deeply important to Japan. Learn about the forest's dynamics guided by a professional hunter's perspective.
For lunch, savor a special meal prepared by Mrs. Nagamitsu herself, featuring wild boar harvested by her and organic, pesticide-free vegetables grown locally. While enjoying the abundant flavors of the forest, we will engage in discussions covering:
・The Japanese approach to food: Understanding the meaning of "Itadakimasu" (receiving life).
・The unique culture of Japanese kitchen knives.
・The importance of a harmonious relationship with nature.
This experience is designed to be a memorable, hands-on learning opportunity that connects you directly with the source of life and the deep-rooted cultural values of Japan.
SCHEDULE
5
min
Tour Meeting
Your guide will be waiting for you at the Meeting point (Nakano Shukai jo community center).
11:00am
60
min
Gentle Trekking & Forest Ecology Lecture
Walk the mountains alongside the owner—a local hunter who manages the surrounding forest. As you trek, you will receive a lecture on Japanese forests and nature. Furthermore, you will delve into the relationship between the forest and the wild boar, the natural environment of the Setouchi area, and ultimately, gain insight into the Japanese perspective on life and their profound relationship with all living beings.
11:10am-12:10pm
60
min
Wild Boar Butchering Demonstration: Connecting with Life
Observe the entire wild boar disassembly process up close. Participants will gain exclusive knowledge about rare butchering techniques and the preparation of Gibier.
12:10pm-13:10pm
60
min
Savor an Authentic Gibier Feast
Savor a full-course meal featuring Gibier personally harvested and prepared by the owner, complemented by organic, locally grown vegetables. This special time allows you to enjoy direct conversation and exchange with the owner, deepening your understanding of the vital importance of receiving life and their perspective on life itself.
13:15pm-14:15pm
10
min
Farewell
14:15pm-14:30pm
CUSTOMER VOICE
OVERVIEW
Objective
Shoko Nagamitsu once worked as an office professional in Osaka. However, a pivotal visit to Setoda, Hiroshima (the setting of this tour), profoundly changed her perspective on the importance of nature and life. She decided to relocate, purchased a vast plot of land, obtained her hunting license, and is now active as a hunter, operating a catering service, and coaching Japanese individuals on how to live a purposeful life.
She advocates for the importance of living authentically and moving beyond over-reliance on capitalism, building community with peers. Through nature and food, she shares a powerful message about the true meaning of life.
This private tour offers you the unique opportunity to learn from her diverse wisdom while enjoying a fascinating trek and a delicious organic meal.
Meeting Place
Meeting Location: Nakano Community Center
Address: 474 Nakano, Setoda-cho, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-2415, Japan
Access from Setoda Port:
On foot: Approx. 20 minutes
By bicycle: Approx. 10 minutes
By car: Approx. 6 minutes
Schedule
11:00am-14:30pm (total 3.5 hours)
Participants
2-8
What'a Included
Guiding Fee
Special Gibier Lunch
What's not Included
Private transportation
Available Date
Available all year round
Additional Information
Vegan and Vegetarian meals are not available.
The tour will proceed, rain or shine.
In case of rain, please bring your own rain gear, such as an umbrella.
Cancellation policy
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 2 days or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 30% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 8 days or less before the event
