Get ready to get your hands on some seriously cool pottery! Naha’s historic Tsuboya district is turning its charming streets into a ceramic wonderland for two whole days. And no, we’re not just talking about your grandma’s teacups – this is where traditional meets trendy in the most Okinawan way possible! 🏺
What’s the Big Deal? 🤔
Ever wondered where all those gorgeous Okinawan ceramics come from? Well, this is pottery central! The festival is basically like a giant open house where you can explore the district’s ceramic heritage without spending a single yen on admission. Yes, you read that right – it’s FREE!
When & Where 📍
Date: November 2-3, 2024
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
Location: Tsuboya Yachimun Street & Suuji Street, Naha
The Good Stuff 🎉
Free Museum Day!
The Tsuboya Pottery Museum is throwing open its doors for free (because who doesn’t love free stuff?). Catch the special exhibition featuring Kiyonao Kuniyoshi’s contemporary takes on traditional ceramics.
Special Events
“Tsuboya Walking Tour (In Japanese)” runs twice daily (11 AM and 2 PM, gather 30 minutes before at museum entrance)
November 2 (Saturday)
- 1:00 PM: Flamenco by Dojenue (in front of museum)
- 2:00 PM: Sanshin Live Performance (in front of museum)
November 3 (Sunday)
- Early afternoon: Traditional flag dancers showing off their moves (in front of museum)
Store Sales
Special discounts available
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
Location: All participating stores
Let’s Talk Prizes 🎰
Want to win some sweet pottery? Here’s the deal: Shop at three places (spend ¥1,000+ each) OR hit up two shops and snap a pic at “Agarinu Ka (East Side Well) “. Either way, you’re in for a chance to win:
🏆 Grade A: Fancy pottery worth up to ¥6,000
🎁 Grade B: Cool tenugui or pottery around ¥1,000
🎨 Grade C: Artsy goods worth ¥500
🍪 Grade D: Traditional cookies (because who doesn’t love cookies?)
Useful Information About Winning the Prize
👉Upon arriving the festival, visit the Tsuboya Pottery Museum to get a map of the festival, which marks all the participating stores.
👉Collect all the receipts or photos.
👉Luck draw and prize are held at the entrance of the museum.
Pro Tips 💡
- Road closure: 11 AM – 5 PM. Yachimun Street closed to vehicles during event
- Please use public transportation or nearby parking facilities
Whether you’re a serious collector or just someone who thinks pottery is neat, this festival is the perfect excuse to spend a day surrounded by beautiful ceramics, great food, and the kind of atmosphere that makes Okinawa special. Plus, you might just end up with the coolest tea set in your neighborhood! 🫖
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