Journeys in Japan - 2012/03/27 - Okinawa Pottery

Mar. 27, Tue. 0:30 - 1:00 (UTC) etc.

"Okinawa: Inspired by the Sea and Land, Crafted by Hand"

- Tsuboya Yachimun Street
- Katsushi Shimabukuro's pottery
- Nakijin Castle ruins

This edition of journeys in japan features Okinawan pottery.
Okinawa is renowned for its arts and crafts, including pottery. Called Yachimun in the local dialect, the wares feature simple shapes and bold designs, which match the rhythm of island life. US-native Kenny Ehman has been living on Okinawa's main island for the past 20 years where he runs a guesthouse. He is also the author of a comprehensive guide on the islands' culture and recommended travel destinations. Kenny will introduce us to his favorite local craft, pottery.

Tsuboya yachimun street
The pottery district is called Tsuboya Yachimun Street. Ever since the Ryukyu Administration gathered the many pottery kilns and artists that were spread out over Okinawa 300 years ago this part of Naha has been known as a pottery town.

Maisukuya (Okinawan restaurant)
http://maisukuya.ti-da.net/ (Japanese only)

Yomitan pottery village
The village is lined with the workshops of local potters who create traditional and contemporary ceramics. There is even a huge climbing kiln, owned communally.

Eiichi Arakaki (potter)
http://www.tuboya.com/yachimunya.html (Japanese only)

Nakijin Castle Remains
http://nakijinjo.jp/english/index.html (English and Japanese)

Katsushi Shimabukuro (potter)
http://shimabukurokatsushi.web.fc2.com/ (Japanese only)

Traveler: Kenny Ehman
Access Map

Access:
It's a two and half hour flight from Tokyo to Naha.
There are also direct flights from Seoul, Taipei, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

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