Tsuboya, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥2,500
Explore Tsuboya Pottery District in Naha, Okinawa, a historic area with a 300-year legacy of pottery making. Just a 15-minute walk from Makishi Station, this charming district features Ryukyu limestone-paved streets lined with pottery workshops, galleries, and shops selling unique "yachimun" (Okinawan pottery). Discover traditional kilns, craft centers, and museums, and even try your hand at pottery making. Perfect for leisurely strolls, the district offers benches for resting and admiring the colorful and diverse pottery. Visit in the morning or afternoon to avoid crowds and fully appreciate the area's serene atmosphere and cultural richness.