Activity Program

Scallop Cultivating (Ear-hanging)

Scallops are a key industry for Yakumo. Every spring, the whole town comes out to help hang young scallops from lines in warehouses for cultivation. What better chance to enjoy local culture than helping out with this yearly Yakumo spring event? You can also try eating a baby scallop!

TimeSchedule
9:00 Meet up and have an explanation → 9:15 work begins → 10:00 Break & eat scallops → 12:00 Finish
Season Mar. - May.
  • Schedule: Starts Starts at 9:00
  • Time Requires Half day (9:00 ~12:00)
Fees

Adults ¥4,000 each
※minimum number of people required:3

Notes

Wear loose, comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty (warm clothing)