Characterized by thick shapes and powerful decorations, yachimun, which means “pottery” in Okinawan, is a traditional craft that embodies the spirit and soul of Okinawa. Earthenware in Okinawa has a history stretching over 6,600 years.

2013年3月6日 · Yomitan Pottery Village houses over 45 artisans dedicated to preserving Okinawa's famous unglazed pottery style.

Sturdy construction and distinctive hand-created designs are the unique characteristics of Okinawan pottery. Including plates, sake bottles, vases, flowerpots, incense burners, light shades and coffee cups, potters produce quality pieces by employing traditional methods and at the same time promote the development of new techniques.

2022年4月8日 · Okinawan pottery has a solid, rustic appearance, and often features whimsical designs. Yachimun no Sato in Yomitan, a village on the main island of Okinawa, is a ceramics mecca with some 20...

Tsuboya (壺屋) is a district in central Naha that is the center of Tsuboya Pottery, Okinawa's most famous pottery type. The neighborhood is home to a variety of attractions including Tsuboya Odori Pottery Street and the Tsuboya Pottery Museum.

2013年7月25日 · The Yomitan Pottery Village is well known for its Tsuboya pottery. In this quaint little village, you can wander around exploring the workshops of 45 artisans who work their magic creating unique, Okinawan pottery.

The traditional pottery of Okinawa is simple in shape, often with bold decoration and has an overall unhurried feel to it. In recent years, the diversification of culinary and life styles has been reflected in the production of a wide range of pottery styles.

2018年3月25日 · Tucked in between the hilltop castle at Shuri and the port in Naha, it has kept its historical charm, its intimate cobblestone streets allowing walkers from near and far to take in its charms, taking in both traditional and modern variants of Okinawa pottery.

2021年12月20日 · Discover Okinawa’s distinctive pottery, called yachimun, and meet renowned ceramicist Jissei Omine.

Naha’s Tsuboya Yachimun Street is the epicenter of Okinawa’s pottery traditions Whether you are sitting at a dining table or walking through the aisles of a souvenir shop, the eyes are automatically drawn to the colors and craftsmanship of traditional Okinawan pottery.

2011年6月1日 · Learn about this craft and find a plethora of pottery items to take home! Yomitan Pottery Village does exactly what it says on the tin. Consisting of around 45 artisans, a lot of whom make their wares from home, it’s open year round. If you love ceramics, you’ve come to …

Each atelier produces pots, large plates, sake bottles, jars, incense burners, vases, lamps and coffee cups. From flower vases to household goods produced by various artists, the Yuntanzayaki cooperative store offers all sorts of pottery pieces. >>> Pottery workshop hopping.

2021年9月8日 · Kyoshi Matsuda is a pottery craftsman from Okinawa, Japan, known for his traditional Japanese ceramic craft, available on the Voyapon Store!

Pottery workshop hopping. Yomitan Village, abundant in natural beauty and known for its rich cultural backdrop, is where many craftsmen and artists reside, including Ryukyu glassmakers and potters. Yomitan’s Yachimun no Sato (Pottery Village) is a pottery mecca with numerous workshops and galleries.

2021年9月8日 · Pottery is part of Okinawa’s history and enjoys great popularity throughout Japan. Many Japanese families have some Okinawan tableware, and it’s one of the region’s most popular souvenirs. But Kanako-san is concerned about the future of this traditional craft.

Okinawan pottery has two main types; Ara-yaki and Jo-yaki. Ara-yaki is made in the kiln without prior glazing, which preserves its rustic, original clay appearance. The more common of the two, Jo-yaki, is glazed before entering the kiln to give it a gentle gleam.

Naha’s Tsuboya District is the center of Okinawan pottery, and has been for many years. Even though WWII took its toll on Tsuboya’s craftsmen, they bounced back from the ravages of war and it is alive and thriving. Dozens of workshops are still …

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Okinawan pottery has ancient roots. Tsuboya area in Naha has always been known as the “pottery town” of Okinawa since the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Even today, its main street is lined with shops selling pottery crafted by local artisans, most intended for everyday use.

Tsuboya ware (called Tsuboya yaki in Japanese) is a form of pottery produced mainly in Tsuboya, city of Naha, Okinawa prefecture. This craft is one of the leading representations of Okinawan pottery (yachimun in the Okinawa dialect).

5 天之前 · That’s definitely something to consider when planning your Okinawa itinerary. How to get to Okinawa. Okinawa is the southernmost island of Japan, located about 640km south of Kyushu. The island is actually closer to Taiwan than the rest of Japan, being only 500km north of Taiwan. To get to Okinawa, you have two options: by plane or by boat.

1 天前 · The average temperature in Okinawa in January is around 17 degrees Celsius, making winter travel more comfortable than in Honshu. ... Yachimun (Pottery) Markets At pottery markets held throughout Okinawa, local potters gather to sell their beautiful yachimun. They make great souvenirs of your trip and are a fun way to find bargains.