Mini Ganshina Crafting Experience: Create a Unique Okinawan Souvenir

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Highlights

  • Create a modern version of the traditional folk craft "Ganshina"
  • Perfect for making a unique Okinawa souvenir!
  • Be soothed by the natural scents

What to expect

Experience making a mini Ganshina! Okinawan women used to place it on their heads to carry items. Nowadays, it can be used a mat for offering watermelons, a trivet, or as a decorative interior piece. Perfect for a unique Okinawa souvenir!

What's included

  • Material cost
  • English-speaking guide

About this experience

*Price per participant if booked solo (one participant).
Starting at
10:00, 14:00
Group size
Up to 6 people

Schedule

  1. 09:50
    Gather and Register at Yambaru Craftworks
  2. 10:00
    Start Making "Ganshiner"
    Start by gathering Gettou (shell ginger) while exploring the surrounding area, and then proceed to prepare the materials! Extract the fibers from the Gettou and wrap them around the core. It's perfect for creating a unique Okinawan souvenir.
  3. 12:00
    Activity Ends

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Yambaru craftworks

    2083 Kijoka, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-1303

    Yambaru craftworks — 2083 Kijoka, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-1303

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What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes and shoes

Operated by

Yambarucraftworks

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

  • 1-2 business days before (local time): 50%
  • After 6:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%

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