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Finding a Favorite Yachimun! - Pottery Village Walking Tour
Joined 2022
Yachimun, Okinawan traditional pottery, is well-known for its coexistence of colorful design and naive texture. Many top chefs in Japan use Yachimun dishes because they boost the allure of the cuisine without over-decoration and increase customers' appetites. The best way to find your favorite Yachimun is to visit as many studios with a guide-interpreter as possible and talk to the artists or shop staff at Yachimun no sato, or Yachimun pottery village, at Yomitan!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Partking lot of Yachimun no sato or Oyashi iriguchi bus stop
Partking lot of Yachimun no sato or Oyashi iriguchi bus stop
Meeting and a brief explanation.
Start visiting Yachimun studios, galleries, and shops
Walk around the village and visit Yachimun studios, galleries, and shops. Also, see a giant climbing kiln. There are 19 studios in total in the village. It is up to you whether to visit all of them or concentrate on a smaller number of studios and spend a longer time.
Partking lot of Yachimun no sato or Oyashi iriguchi bus stop
End of the tour
Ending Point
Partking lot of Yachimun no sato or Oyashi iriguchi bus stop
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Transportation fee
Tour Important Information
It is hard for non-Japanese speakers to ask questions when shopping. Also, there is no explanatory sign about the history and features of Yachimun over there (even in Japanese.) With a knowledgeable guide-interpreter, the problems are solved!
- Many shops do not accept credit card. It would be better to have Japanese yen as cash.
- There are many hills in Yachimun Pottery Village. Please wear conformable shoes to walk.
Important message from the supplier
In addition to day trips, I can also be your guide for several days in Okinawa and other parts of Japan. If you are interested, please let me know via message.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Harry M.
Looking for a guide who truly knows Okinawa?
With 15 years of experience in the field of science education in both Okinawa and Hawaiʻi, I now work as a guide-interpreter and edutainer (educator + entertainer) based in Okinawa.
I use my educational background to create unique, engaging tours that help participants discover something new about Okinawa’s breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
From exploring Okinawa’s diverse ecosystems, both on land and in the sea, to experiencing the traditions of Karate and the enchanting sounds of Okinawan Sanshin music, I’m passionate about sharing the best of Okinawa with you.
If you’re ready for a tour that’s not only unforgettable but also filled with learning and discovery, let’s embark on this journey together!
(I also offer guided tours of the Mt. Fuji area, my hometown. Additional transportation fees apply.)
Guiding Fee (For up to 10 people):
- 4 hours: ¥30,000
- 6 hours: ¥35,000
- 8 hours: ¥40,000
Guiding with Car Transportation (For up to 3 people):
- Extra ¥10,000 (Includes gas, parking, and expressway fees)
Reviews
“Exciting, easy-going, custom and fun! ”
Harry is a great human, very kind and accommodating, he is a natural at this kind of work. Harry took the time to customize my experience and even to join in when appropriate. Harry made the experience very comfortable and relaxing. I could 100 percent rely on him and simply just sit back enjoy myself. He drove to all of our spots, The days went by so fast but Harry kept me on track for the full experience- and always made sure I was good, having fun or getting something out of what we were doing. He was quick to swap things in or out and used his social network to deliver top notch experiences as well as advice! I came with intent and he was so helpful to answer my questions or have them answered for me. We had lots of laughs and I’m glad to call Harry my friend after this experience. Without question, I would recommend Harry in a heartbeat.
Rosa L.
Celebrate Your Birthday in Okinawa! - Special Birthday Tour
Customized
“AMAZING EXPERIENCE !!!”
Everything was perfect with Harry, we went to beautiful places. I learned a lot about the life in Okinawa in a fun way. He took me to try Buku Buku tea, which was a very enjoyable experience and to eat at the fish market which was quite an experience. He even took me to a supermarket to help me find some sauce that I wanted to buy. THANK YOU Harry for making this trip so special !!
Harry M.
(12 reviews)Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to write a review, Rosa-san! It was truly a pleasure to spend such a special day with you on your birthday. I’m so glad we could explore beautiful places together and create lasting memories. I hope your daughter enjoys the souvenirs from Okinawa! Wishing you a safe and wonderful continuation of your cruise. I hope our paths cross again in the future!
SPNHC-TDWG合同大会2024
Unveil Wonders of Okinawa! - Interactive Virtual Tour
“Outstanding online tour and arrangements”
Harry was very flexible in accommodating our requests and made several arrangements to ensure that the online tour took place without a hitch. Although only a few participants were able to join the tour due to time differences, all of them shared positive feedback and were expecially impressed with Harry's enthusiastic presentation and traditional arts performances. If anyone is visiting Okinawa for the first time, we highly recommend Harry as the go-to guy about anything related to Okinawa!
Harry M.
(12 reviews)Thank you very much for your thoughtful feedback! It was a pleasure to spend time with the academic conference participants and share Okinawa’s unique features with them. I hope this added something meaningful to their stay in Okinawa. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need a guide-interpreter with a scientific background. Mahalo nui loa.
$97/ per group
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