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Yomitan Pottery Village

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Yomitan Pottery Village

読谷やちむんの里

4.2Est. 90Yomitan, Okinawa

Overview

Pottery village of 20+ studios producing traditional yachimun ceramics with a massive communal kiln.

A community of over 20 ceramic studios producing traditional Okinawan yachimun pottery, established in 1980 when potters relocated from Naha's Tsuboya district to build larger kilns. The village's centerpiece is a massive communal noborigama climbing kiln fired several times yearly. Each studio has a distinct style, from bold fish-patterned plates to elegant shisa lion dogs, all sold directly from the workshops.

Practical info

Japanese name
読谷やちむんの里
Nearest station
Chatan Bus Stop (25 min bus)
Payment
Cash only
Reservations
Book workshops through the studio's website or by phone at least 1-2 days ahead. Walk-in possible on quiet weekdays.

Accessibility

Wheelchair parking
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