You can learn about the history of some traditional crafts from Naha here.
You can also try making things yourself and enjoy checking out works by craftsmen and artists.
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Naha City Traditional Crafts Center
Showcasing the charm of Naha's five traditional crafts.
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This facility celebrates the traditional crafts of Naha, which originated in the Ryukyu Kingdom era and have been passed down to the present day. The crafts featured include Tsuboya pottery, Ryukyu Bingata (dyed fabric), Shuri weaving, Ryukyu lacquerware, and Ryukyu glass. In the permanent exhibition room, notable works by Living National Treasures and historical pieces are displayed for each of the five crafts, with explanatory monitors detailing the production processes.
The hands-on experience courses, where visitors can create traditional Naha crafts themselves, are highly popular. These include "Ryukyu Glass Blowing Experience" (making a glass or a single-flower vase) at the renowned Okuhara Glass Factory with a 70-year history, "Ryukyu Bingata Experience" in traditional Okinawan dyeing, and " Tsuikin Experience" to learn the unique Ryukyu lacquerware technique used since the Ryukyu Kingdom era. Experiences are available for all five traditional crafts.
Creating your own unique traditional craft piece makes for a perfect souvenir.
Highlights
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Simultaneous experience of five different traditional crafts of Naha.
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While walk-ins are welcome for experience courses if there's availability, pre-booking is advised as sessions can be fully booked.
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An adjoining shop offers a variety of traditional crafts for purchase.
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Conveniently located along Kokusai Street.
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Permanent exhibition with numerous historical works.
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"Ryukyu Glass Blowing Experience" focused on recycled glass.
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"Ryukyu Bingata Experience" to create vibrant, personalized designs.
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"Tsuikin Experience" to explore the unique Okinawan lacquerware technique.
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The attached shop offers a range of traditional crafts.
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Easily accessible location on Kokusai Street.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Not available
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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Yes, by re-presenting the admission ticket of the day.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
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NAHA CITY FREE Wi-Fi is available
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Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?
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Eating or drinking is not allowed.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
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Are there any discounted tickets available?
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No.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 那覇市伝統工芸館
- Postal Code
- 900-0013
- Address
- 2F Tenbusu Naha, 3-2-10 Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa
- Telephone
- 098-868-7866
- Closed
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Wednesdays, Year-end and New Year holidays (12/29 to 1/3)
Business hoursOpen to the public: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sales area: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm - Admission
- Experience course fees vary.
- Access
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(1) About 5 minutes on foot from Makishi Station on the Yui Rail.
(2) About 15 minutes on foot from Miebashi Station on the Yui Rail. - Credit card
- Not accepted for special exhibitions.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)