In Akiyama-go, people have lived in harmony with the blessings of nature for generations.

The animals hunted in the mountains are also an essential part of our lives.

This plan offers you the opportunity to experience the butchering and sorting of a wild boar, something you don't often get to do.

You will gain insight into the skills and wisdom of hunters and come to a deeper understanding of the meaning behind each step of the butchering process.

Then comes the time to grill and savor the meat we've divided ourselves.

It's not just about "eating," but a moment to quietly reflect on the true act of "receiving life."

The connection between food and nature is often overlooked in our daily lives.

Why not experience its profound charm by fully engaging all your senses in the atmosphere of Akiyama-go?

It will surely change the way you think about food.

*If a wild boar cannot be caught, a different animal may be used.

*The wild boar will be skinned and its internal organs removed before being butchered.

Wild boar butchering experience

A talk about hunting in Akiyama Village

Dates

April 18th (Sat) & 19th (Sun), 2026

Price

Adults: ¥30,000 (includes 2 meals; ¥2,000 extra for single occupancy)

Elementary School Students: ¥18,000

Infants: Not available

*Elementary school children can participate in the dismantling. They must be accompanied by an adult.

Attire

Please wear clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. (An apron would be helpful.)

Itinerary

≪Day 1≫

14:00　Katakuri House Meeting(Parking is available in front of the inn. Check-in is available from 13:30.)

15:00-17:00　Wild Boar Butchering

18:00　Dinner (Japanese-style creative cuisine featuring the butchered wild boar meat and Katakuri House's dishes)

20:00-21:00　Talk about hunting in Akiyama-go

≪Day 2≫

6:00-7:00　Morning Walk Program (Optional)

7:30-8:30　Breakfast

Check-out by 10:00

【Example Dinner Menu】

[Appetizers]

Edamame tofu

Fried eggplant with shishito peppers and wild garlic

Rock pear agar with red shiso leaves

Bell pepper and seaweed salad

Sweet potato mochi and foxtail millet salad

[Steamed Dish]

Cold chawanmushi with Tsunan-grown corn

[Vinegared Dish]

Mozuku seaweed with sweet flower roots and okra from Izumozaki

[Fried Dish]

Maitake mushrooms, pumpkin, fava beans, and wild grape tempura with kinome (Japanese pepper) salt

[Main Dish]

Grilled wild boar meat, served with Ishigaki-grown Koshihikari rice and miso soup

[Dessert]

Handmade Dango with Horse chestnut sweet sauce and Horse chestnut sweet cracker

About allergies

We will do our best to accommodate allergies, so please let us know when making your reservation.

About meal location and meal start time

Meals will be served in the dining room on the first floor.

Dinner start time: 18:00 or 18:30 (not selectable, time may change depending on accommodation situation)

Breakfast starts at 7:30 or 8:00 (can be selected, time may change depending on accommodation)

Morning Walk (Optional Participation)

A local guide will take you to one of Akiyamago's famous sightseeing spots, either Mikura Bridge or the Ketto Stone Terraced Rice Fields. Enjoy the refreshing morning air as you explore.

[Fee] Free of charge

[Time] 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
*Time may change.

[Itinerary] Katakuri House→ Mikura Bridge or Stone Terraced Rice Fields (Round trip: approx. 1–1.5 km)

[Clothing] Comfortable clothing and sneakers

[Remarks] Held even in light rain
*Please bring rain gear in case of rain. The walk will be canceled if the weather is severe.