Tsuboya-yaki Yachimun Dojo Ikutouen

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Tsuboya-yaki Yachimun Dojo Ikutouen

Make your one and only yachimun in the world at a pottery with a history of about 300 years.

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This is a pottery experience facility operated by Ikuto-en, which has been making yachimun (pottery) called Tsuboya-yaki for about 300 years. The facility offers a variety of hands-on experience menus that can be enjoyed by small children and even in a short period of time, with the hope that visitors can learn about the techniques and culture of Tsuboya-yaki through enjoyment.

The "Shisa Making" is popular among first-time yachimun makers and families with small children. It takes 60 to 90 minutes to make a Shisa, a traditional guardian deity of Okinawa, out of pottery. Other popular activities include pottery making using a potter's wheel, hand-building using a tara (a kind of iron), and painting with traditional glazes to create your favorite patterns.

Highlights

  • Yachimun experience is easy even for small children and for short periods of time.
  • All works will be sent to you by mail (postage not included).
  • It is better to make a reservation online in advance. Call to confirm the day before or on the day of your visit.
  • There is also a store where you can purchase works from Ikutouen Pottery.

Photos

  • Developed by a 300-year-old pottery company in the Tsuboya area, the birthplace of Tsuboya-yaki pottery.

    Developed by a 300-year-old pottery company in the Tsuboya area, the birthplace of Tsuboya-yaki pottery.

  • Families, couples, friends, or even a single person can easily experience

    Families, couples, friends, or even a single person can easily experience

  • "Shisa making" where you can freely mold the pieces to your liking

    "Shisa making" where you can freely mold the pieces to your liking

  • You can choose whether you want to use a potter's wheel or hand-rolling for "pottery making".

    You can choose whether you want to use a potter's wheel or hand-rolling for "pottery making".

  • "Painting" using traditional glazes

    "Painting" using traditional glazes

  • Located close to Yachimun Street with its many kilns

    Located close to Yachimun Street with its many kilns

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)

A

Some staff members can speak daily English.

Q

Is it possible to re-enter the premises?

A

Yes, it is.

Q

Is free WiFi available in the facility?

A

No, there is not.

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Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?

A

Yes, as long as it is within the bounds of common sense. There are vending machines on the premises.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

There are no lockers with locks. Luggage storage is available.

Q

Is there a discount ticket available?

A

You can use the "Okinawa Saihakken Campaign”.

Q

What kind of outfit should I wear?

A

We provide aprons, but please wear clothes that you do not mind getting dirty. We recommend that you remove jewelry and other accessories.

Q

Is there a parking lot?

A

We do not have a parking lot, so please use a coin-operated parking lot in the neighborhood.

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What age is the minimum age to experience the tour?

A

You can enjoy the experience from children as young as 5 years old, as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Reviews

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  • 夏婉欣

    在壺屋陶器街道上聚集有許多工房與窯戶~在這之中,育陶園就是間十分有名的老店哦

Details

Name in Japanese
壺屋焼やちむん道場 育陶園
Postal Code
902-0065
Address
1-60-2 Tsuboya, Naha City, Okinawa
Telephone
098-863-8611
Closed
Open every day
Business hours
10:00am-5:00pm
Fee
Depends on the experience menu
Directions
1)10 min. walk from Yui Rail Makishi Stn.
2)A 10-minute walk from Asato Station on the Yui Rail
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)