The smell of pottery, ocean breeze, and the sound of your wallet softly crying — yep, it’s time again for one of Okinawa’s most loved art events, the Yomitan Yachimun & Craft Market!
What Is Yachimun?
“Yachimun” (やちむん) is the Okinawan word for pottery. It’s been part of island life for centuries — long before “ceramic aesthetic” became a Pinterest trend. Each piece is handmade, often featuring natural glazes, bold brush strokes, and that perfectly imperfect vibe that makes it feel alive.
These aren’t your average souvenir mugs — yachimun bowls and plates are built for everyday use, often showing traces of Okinawa’s coral-rich soil and ocean hues. Whether you’re a collector or just someone who likes your coffee in something with personality, this is your kind of festival.
A community kiln in Yomitan village
Where and When
📅 November 1 (Sat) & 2 (Sun), 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Gala Aoiumi, 915 Takashiho, Yomitan Village
🚗 Free parking, free entry, and free self-control testing around all those pretty cups
What’s Happening
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the festival — two glorious decades of beautiful yachimun (Okinawan pottery) and Ryukyu glass meeting the salty Yomitan air. Sixteen local pottery studios and seven glass studios from across Okinawa will show off their creations.
You can chat directly with the artisans, find pieces that make your kitchen look like a lifestyle magazine, and pretend you totally needed that third handmade bowl for “aesthetic reasons.”
And because shopping makes everyone hungry, you’ll find kitchen cars serving up local bites — the kind of food that makes you forget you already had lunch.
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The Vibe
Set right by the ocean, Gala Aoiumi gives you the perfect backdrop to sip, snack, and shop like you’re starring in a slow-life commercial. Expect pottery, glass, sea breeze, and a lot of “wow, I didn’t know I needed this, but now I do.”
Why You Should Go
Because pottery and glass are cool, your house deserves something handmade, and your weekend deserves better than another round of doomscrolling.
Disclaimer
⚠️Disclaimer: Our passion for supporting local businesses drives us to share information about events in the Okinawa area. Please note that Oki Social is not responsible for hosting this event. It’s important to be aware that the event’s host reserves the right to make changes or even cancel the event without prior notice. Some photos and videos may come from various sources on the internet, whether official or unofficial. It is possible that some photos and videos may have been taken from the same event in previous occurrences.
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