Yachimun no Sato
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It is a place where many workshops gather to produce traditional Okinawan pottery called Yachimun. Here you can see the historic climbing kiln and actually buy pottery. Yachimun is simple yet powerful, and features a texture that matches any dish. A lively vessel enhances the charm of cooking. Please find your favorites for yourself and souvenirs. Depending on the workshop, there are places where you can make "vessels" and "painting" that you can make your own Yachimun. Let's make a reservation in advance to each workshop.
The traditional Okinawan pottery "Yachimun" seems to have a rustic texture and the thick texture of Okinawan nature and the gentleness of people. It is also characterized by the blue sea and sky, tropical plants, and vivid colors reminiscent of rich earth. It also has a strong strength that can be used everyday, and is popular as a souvenir.
What is Yachimun no Sato?
Yomitanson, located in the central part of Okinawa Island, is a sacred place for Yachimun (a pottery in Okinawa dialect) where more than 70 potteries gather. Yachimun no Sato, located in the mountains of Yomitan Village, is a craft village with 19 unique workshops and galleries. Surrounded by lush nature, let's enjoy a tour of the workshop while watching the elegant scenery such as a climbing kiln with red tiles.
Where is the Yachimun no Sato?
"Yomitan Mountain Kiln Joint Shop" is a direct sales place where Jissei Omine, Makoto Yamada, Terumasa Tamamoto, Akimitsu Kaneshiro, and Yachimun from each studio gathers jointly produced at Yomitan Yamayaki kiln. All the works created from the hands of craftsmen are unique and warm. I'm glad you can buy it cheaper than the market price.
Business days in Yachimun no Sato
Hours: From 9:30 to 18:00 (until 17:30 in winter)
Closed: Tuesday remarks / The above is information on "Yomitan Kiln Joint Shop".
There are 19 independent workshops in Yachimun no Sato, and business hours and regular holidays vary depending on each workshop.
Access to Yachimun no Sato
20 minutes from Okinawa Expressway Okinawa Kita IC via R58, 5 minutes from Kina intersection toward Zakimi Castle Ruins Yachimun no Sato business day
Characteristics of Yachimun no Sato
Various potteries are gathered together, and we recommend that you take a walk around. There are various designs, so why not look for your favorites carefully? The simple and tireless design has many fans and has a reputation for being able to use it for a long time. It is also recommended as a souvenir of Okinawa. This is a recommended spot that you want to visit. Please note that there are many shops that close around 4 o'clock in the evening.
What is the recommended information about Yachimun no Sato?
There is a sign along National Route 58. Various potteries are gathered here, and we recommend that you take a walk around. There are various designs. Why don't you look for your favorites?
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Basic information
- Address
- 〒904-0301
2653-1, Zakimi, Yomitan-son, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa - URL
- http://www.tabi-yachimun.jp/
- Facility name
- Yachimun no Sato
- Telephone number
- 098-958-4468 (Yomitan Kiln Joint Shop)
- Parking lot
- There are 8 units free
