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For those who want to create special memories on their trip to Okinawa! At "Laboratorio 43 Pottery" in Motobu-cho, you can enjoy the unique experience of making blue vessels by hand. The 90-minute experience of touching the clay while reminiscing about childhood crafts is a time to forget about everyday life. The finished vessels will be delivered to your home at a later date, so there is no need to worry about adding to your luggage during your trip.

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A moment to create blue vessels by hand-building

Laboratorio 43pottery has a store in Hanasaki Marche. It is right in front of Starbucks Coffee.

Flow of the blue vessel hand-binning experience

Reception and Preparation

On the day of the experience, you will register upon arrival at Laboratorio 43 Pottery. The staff will explain the flow of the experience and the important points to keep in mind, and prepare the clay and tools to be used for the hand-binnerette.

Consider the design

First, envision the item you want to make (e.g., a vessel, mug, small plate, etc.). Samples are also provided, making it easy for first-timers to use as a reference.

Stretching and shaping the soil

Spreading and stretching the clay with their hands, they shape it into the shape they want to create.

For plates and cups, the "tebineri" method is used, in which the clay is held down by hand and molded.

The staff will provide gentle support so that even beginners can proceed smoothly.

Finish the details

So far, we are about 60 minutes away. We are almost there!

Once the shape is completed, patterns are added and the piece is finished. You can enjoy your own original finish.

Drying and firing after the experience

The completed pieces are then left with the staff to undergo the drying and firing process. This process will result in a beautiful "blue vessel" finish. The firing process takes several weeks, so the pieces will be delivered to your home at a later date.

Arrive home later

Later at home, the baked work arrived!

You will receive a completed blue vessel at home! You can enjoy using it as a reminder of your trip or display it.

Be aware that in addition to the trial fee, you will also have to pay 1,600 yen for shipping!

Peace of mind that is not affected by weather conditions

The pottery-making experience is held indoors, so it can be enjoyed even on rainy or windy days. Even if your plans fall through during your trip, you can still have a special time here, which is a great attraction. It is also recommended as a spot where you can spend a relaxing time in between sightseeing.

Activities for children to enjoy

For small children, it may be difficult to try hand-bi neri (hand-painting). In such a case, the easy and enjoyable painting experience is a good choice. Even small children will be fascinated by the experience.

Enjoy inside Hanasaki Marche

This pottery making experience is located in a facility called Hanasaki Marche. The store has a hands-on area and a store area.

Yachimun (Okinawan pottery) and gifts made by the staff are also available for purchase.

Time to get lost in ceramics

Making your own blue pottery at "Laboratorio 43pottery" is a perfect new way to enjoy your trip to Okinawa. Making your own pottery is a special experience, and the excitement of waiting for the finished product to arrive is also appealing. The easy participation in the painting experience and the peace of mind of not being affected by the weather make this a perfect spot for families and rainy day sightseeing.

Enjoy Okinawa even more at nearby sightseeing spots

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium 4 min. by car

Fukugi Namiki in Bise 5 min. on foot

Sesoko Beach 15 min. by car

Starbucks Coffee Okinawa Motobu-cho store 0 min. walk
It's right in front of us!

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(your) rental home	Laboratorio43pottery
genre	Hand-building and painting experience
Business Hours	10:00-18:30
regular closing day	Open daily (must be confirmed at the time of reservation)
Charge	Blue ware hand-binning experience 6,600 yen/person Yachimun painting experience 2,980 yen ~/person Shipping cost is 1600 yen.
parking lot	Free (parking available on site)
How to make a reservation	JalanReservations at such places as. OrOfficial SiteFrom.
address (e.g. of house)	1421 Yamakawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Web / SNS	Official Site Instagram

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