Experience of original Shiisa ornament
Craft a Shiisa talisman in Taketomi’s atelier, infusing it with power to ward off evil spirits and creating a unique memento from your island visit.
The experience takes place in a traditional house on Taketomi Island. Create your own Shisa, a symbol of protection, and infuse it with your personal wishes.
Shape your own one-of-a-kind guardian figure by hand, surrounded by the gentle breeze of the island. In a traditional yachimun workshop, you’ll feel the spirit of Taketomi’s nature and culture.
Learn about Taketomi Island’s lifestyle and culture from a local, while experiencing Shisa-making using the island’s natural clay.
| Experience of original Shiisa ornament | |
|---|---|
| Period | All year |
| Time | 9:20 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Appropriate age | 3 years or older |
| Price | ¥5,400 per person (excludes tax and 10% service charge) |
| Capacity | 6 people |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | Required by 4:00 PM on the previous day. ・Reservations can be made one month before the event. ・Cancellations on the previous day will result in a 100% cancellation fee. |
| Notes | ・Program may be unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances. ・Children under the age of 14 can join an adult at the same price. Children are not allowed to participate alone. ・Please refrain from visiting with your companion. ・Completed works will be shipped with cash on delivery. |