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I had the incredible opportunity to meet a real “Ama” (female free-diver) in Mie and to watch her dive, ask her questions, and listen to her life stories. 🌊 Who are the ama? The “ama” are women who dive into the sea with no diving gear, using only their breath, to harvest seaweed, abalone, turban shells, sea urchins, and other seafood directly from the seabed.   Their tradition goes back thousands of years, some sources trace it to more than 2,000 years, possibly even up to 5,000 years in the region.   🏝️ Why Mie? Especially the coastal area around the Shima Peninsula (cities like Shima and Toba), it has the largest community of ama in Japan.   In fact, roughly half of Japan’s remaining Ama live there.   🌿 Ama diving isn’t just a job, it’s a way of living in harmony with the ocean. They dive without oxygen tanks or heavy tools, relying on skill, breath-control, and deep knowledge of the sea.   They catch only what’s needed and follow traditional rules about seasons, catch sizes, and timing: a sustainable practice rooted in respect for nature.   Historically, Ama were also involved in early pearl cultivation around Mie, helping in oyster handling, a contribution that connects the sea, the women, and local industry. I will share about this part of Japanese history too! 🔥 Once, there were tens of thousands of ama across Japan; today there are only about 1,000–2,000 left nationwide, and aging is a serious challenge.   In 2022, a survey in Toba and Shima counted 514 Ama, down significantly from previous years.   That’s why experiences like the one I had, meeting an ama, hearing her story, witnessing her dive, feel especially precious. ✨ Seeing an Ama dive is like witnessing a living tradition, an unbroken line from the past to now. It’s a story about resilience, community, respect for nature, and the strength of women whose lives are tied to the sea. By sharing these stories, through videos, tours, and conversations, we help keep the tradition alive, even as times change. #mie #ama #iseshima #海女 #三重
I had the incredible opportunity to meet a real “Ama” (female free-diver) in Mie and to watch her dive, ask her questions, and listen to her life stories. 🌊 Who are the ama? The “ama” are women who dive into the sea with no diving gear, using only their breath, to harvest seaweed, abalone, turban shells, sea urchins, and other seafood directly from the seabed. Their tradition goes back thousands of years, some sources trace it to more than 2,000 years, possibly even up to 5,000 years in the region. 🏝️ Why Mie? Especially the coastal area around the Shima Peninsula (cities like Shima and Toba), it has the largest community of ama in Japan. In fact, roughly half of Japan’s remaining Ama live there. 🌿 Ama diving isn’t just a job, it’s a way of living in harmony with the ocean. They dive without oxygen tanks or heavy tools, relying on skill, breath-control, and deep knowledge of the sea. They catch only what’s needed and follow traditional rules about seasons, catch sizes, and timing: a sustainable practice rooted in respect for nature. Historically, Ama were also involved in early pearl cultivation around Mie, helping in oyster handling, a contribution that connects the sea, the women, and local industry. I will share about this part of Japanese history too! 🔥 Once, there were tens of thousands of ama across Japan; today there are only about 1,000–2,000 left nationwide, and aging is a serious challenge. In 2022, a survey in Toba and Shima counted 514 Ama, down significantly from previous years. That’s why experiences like the one I had, meeting an ama, hearing her story, witnessing her dive, feel especially precious. ✨ Seeing an Ama dive is like witnessing a living tradition, an unbroken line from the past to now. It’s a story about resilience, community, respect for nature, and the strength of women whose lives are tied to the sea. By sharing these stories, through videos, tours, and conversations, we help keep the tradition alive, even as times change. #mie #ama #iseshima #海女 #三重

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