Top Okinawa Classes & Workshops

Discover the Beauty of Imperfection – Kintsugi Experience in Okinawa Step into the tranquil world of Kintsugi, the ancient art of golden joinery, and create a one-of-a-kind accessory that tells a story of resilience and beauty. In this hands-on experience, you’ll repair broken pottery using gold or silver-colored lacquer and transform it into wearable art like necklaces or bracelet. Perfect for travelers looking for a deeper cultural connection, this experience is not only creative but also meditative and meaningful. With guidance from skilled instructors, no prior experience is necessary. Take home more than a souvenir—carry a lasting memory of renewal and artistry. Spaces are limited. Book now and make your journey truly unforgettable！

Experience making a handmade ring by hammering the texture using the Japanese traditional style called "Tankin." You will choose your favorite material, thickness, and texture, and then use special hammers and tools to customize your own ring. The entire process takes around 1 hour. Staff will carefully explain the steps and help you take remembrance photos. This workshop is highly recommended for a high-quality gift or souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in Japan. ※This is a ring texturing and customization experience, not a full ring-making from scratch workshop.

If you've always wanted to have a go at sea fishing, this fun two-hour beginner-friendly fishing trip from Naha is a great chance to do so. Enjoy the views of the beautiful sea and coastline from your boat, which will sail Try your luck at catching fish and if you're successful you can eat your catch after in a local cafe (extra fee for preparation).

Ishigaki island has everything you want to see on your holiday! and kitesurfing with us makes it even better experience. Kitesurfing is quite easy to learn and start. So anyone can try and enjoy it! And the key is after kitesurfing good lunch is waiting for you!!

Whether you're an experienced or a beginner diver, you won't want to miss visiting the beautiful Blue Cave while traveling to Okinawa. After an instructional briefing you'll be taken to the spectacular 100-foot-long cave, full of tropical fish and other sea life. Dive with confidence in the presence of a guide. This is a private tour so you can go at your own pace to suit your level of experience.

Kendo is a Japanese form of fencing that developed in the samurai era. Learn about this unique Japanese martial art from an English-speaking guide with 20 years of kendo experience. You'll get to dress in rented kendo armor and practice combat while learning about samurai culture and kendo etiquette. Embrace your inner samurai and get a hands-on experience of this cultural, physical, and spiritual art.

This is a tour-style cooking class where you can visit a market that sells fresh Okinawan fish and experience making sushi, which is rare in Okinawa. At the market, you can interact with the locals and enjoy sake with your meal for an additional fee. We are currently giving away tenugui towels as a bonus to participants!

Experience the beauty of traditional Japanese Nerikiri Wagashi in a calm and welcoming private space in Okinawa. Learn step by step from a local instructor and create beautiful seasonal sweets by hand. Enjoy authentic Japanese tea, take memorable photos, and bring your handmade Nerikiri home. No experience is necessary, making this experience perfect for beginners, couples, families, and solo travelers.

You will experience the Japanese culture Tea Ceremony in the traditional tea room, which is probably not found anywhere else in Okinawa. Our experienced instructor will teach you how to enter through the small entrance of the tea room and introduce each tea utensil. After that, you will move to the room where Ryu-Rei-style, tables and chairs for tea ceremony are set. At the tables, you will enjoy having Japanese and Okinawan sweets before having the bitter tea. Then, you will learn how to treat each tea tool, and finally you will make your own green tea, matcha and taste. Tea Ceremony experience while wearing a simple kimono will surely become a good memory of your trip. Everyone is welcome. *Minimum 2 people, maximum 8 people. *Reservation required at least 3 days before the experience.

Craft a unique symbol of connection with YUHI’s permanent jewelry experience. Choose from a stunning array of chains to create a piece that resonates with your personal style. After a precise measurement of your wrist or ankle, the expert staff will weld the chain in place using a specialized machine, ensuring a perfect fit without the need for a clasp. This seamless experience, lasting about 40-60 minutes, allows you to wear your jewelry continuously, celebrating cherished moments and bonds with loved ones.

Create your own traditional Okinawan guardian “Shisa” just 10 minutes from Churaumi Aquarium. Enjoy a creative experience with stunning views of the emerald-green ocean. Hands-on workshop with friendly staff support—perfect for both kids and adults. Take your handmade Shisa home on the same day as a special souvenir. Painting courses available for children aged 3 and up—great for families. Relax at the on-site café with ocean views and tropical drinks after your experience. Bring home your very own one-of-a-kind guardian spirit.

Most pottery classes in Okinawa hand you clay and a wheel. This one starts with the town. You walk Tsuboya Yachimun Street, where Okinawan pottery has been made since 1682, and learn how to read what you are looking at: the colors, the shapes, and what each piece was made to do. Then you meet SAHIO, a working potter, in his own workshop at Niou-gama. He talks about the clay, the glazes, the firing, the failures, and what he is trying to keep alive. Only then do you sit at the wheel and shape your own cup, plate or bowl with his hands guiding yours. Groups are capped at six, so there is room to ask real questions. Your piece is fired over the following weeks and shipped to your home, so the experience arrives once more long after your trip has ended.

Discover the authentic flavors of Okinawa with this hands-on cooking experience in Naha! Tour begins with a tour of the iconic Makishi Public Market. Alongside a bilingual local guide, you will experience Okinawa’s vibrant food culture up close and see the fresh local ingredients firsthand. Back in the kitchen, you’ll learn how to cook authentic Okinawan dishes, from classic Goya Champuru to Rafute (braised pork belly). At the end of the class, sit down together to enjoy the delicious feast you’ve prepared! Afterward, you’ll receive digital recipe cards, so you can easily recreate the rich flavors of Okinawa back home. With a small group limited to a maximum of 12 guests, this cozy class offers a genuine cultural exchange and a deeper connection to the island’s rich and tasty culinary traditions.

Experience capturing the sea of Ishigaki Island in art! A must-do in Okinawa! Create an ocean-themed Shisa set Decorated with Okinawan sand and seashells Free photo data gift ・Since it takes 24 hours for the creation to cure, customers who do not reside in Japan will need to pick up their work at the store on the next day or the day after. (Staff will inform you on the day when it will be ready for pickup.) ・The listed price is per person. However, preschool children can participate together with one adult.

There are various types of Japanese letters, such as kanji, hiragana, and katakana, and you will experience writing all of them or you can select the one you like. Our experienced instructor will teach you with kind and understandable explanation. The world of calligraphy drawn with a brush and ink is limitless. Enjoy the time to face the Japanese paper in front of you with a unified mind. You will experience the importance of writing letters with all your heart and the depth and the possibilities of calligraphy. Everyone is welcome . *Minimum 2 people, maximum 8 people *Reservation required at least 3 days before the experience

Join a hands-on cultural experience where you'll make chinsuko, a traditional Okinawan sweet, and roast hojicha (roasted green tea), both using ingredients sourced entirely from Okinawa. Create and taste chinsuko (with some to take home), made with Okinawan flour, sugar, and lard. Roast and enjoy hojicha using local tea leaves. This experience is hosted by a local restaurant owner and offers a delicious introduction to Okinawan sweets and tea culture. Chinsuko is known for its light, crunchy texture and mild sweetness—an island favorite for generations.

Create your own personalized souvenir in Ishigaki during a private perfume-making workshop. Select from more than 150 ingredients to create a scent that reflects your own style, and that will remind you of your trip to Okinawa. Some ingredients are extracted from local plants. Get personalized instruction from your guide so you can create a beautiful scent to take home with you.

You will experience three Japanese traditional cultures - Tea Ceremony, Flower Arrangement, and Calligraphy - in one day. SASAGIRIAN is the only facility where you can experience all of these three Japanese cultures in one place and in one day in Okinawa. You will learn the history and manners of each culture from our experienced instructors. By wearing a simple kimono, you will write Japanese letters with a Japanese brush, have Japanese and Okinawan sweets and make macha green tea, and finally arrange tropical flowers and plants. If you come to Japan, why don't you spend a special day to feel Japanese culture at SASAGIRIAN? Each experience is available in English and Japanese. You will learn about the spirit of Zen and Japanese culture in the Japanese traditional room in Onna Village in Okinawa. * Minimum 2 people, maximum 8 people * Reservation required at least 3 days before the experience.

A small-group wellness experience on a quiet beach in Itoman, Okinawa. We begin with mindful breathing and gentle body awareness practice as the morning sun rises over the sea. Afterwards, walk to KOA, a Hawaiian pancake café loved by locals, and enjoy a fresh pitaya (dragon fruit) bowl with salad bar and one drink included.

ZEN Voice The process of traditional “ZEN” training involves sitting in the correct posture on the floor, being aware of the breath, and stabilizing the mind. But it seems difficult, especially for westerners, to just sit in the correct posture (even for modern Japanese too). Restore the body by stretching muscles and breathing through breathing techniques. By relaxing body tension and deepening your breathing, your voice will begin to resonate. Experience how your heart and body become more harmonious when your voice resonates comfortably. ZEN Kitchen Japanese food is known as delicious and healthy around the world. However, many people think it's too expensive to eat at a restaurant and too difficult to cook at home by yourself. TOKKO (the guide) teaches you how to cook Japanese food in a very simple way with local ingredients. You will enjoy cooking with TOKKO’s fun instructions, and you can take the recipe home. So you will be able to easily cook Japanese food at home too!

You can experience morning beach yoga at Shiraho Beach on Ishigaki Island. Yoga allows you to connect with nature while basking in the morning sun, listening to the chirping of birds and the sound of waves. You can spend a relaxing and blissful time. In the evening, do yoga at Sukuji Beach, where you can see the beautiful sunset. Yoga, which allows you to face yourself in nature, is sure to become a special memory of your trip.

We are located in the best area of the island, nearby renown spots like Blue Cave and Yonehara Palm Forest. There are some pottery ateliers and local restaurants within walking distance. We will provide you "Original Guide Map" of this bohemian area so that you can spend memorable day. Everything is within walking distance. We are 5 minutes walk from the Blue Cave.

Experience Okinawan culture in the heart of Kokusai Street by creating your own traditional Shisa guardian. Shape authentic Okinawan clay, enjoy a quick firing process, and take your finished Shisa home the same day. This hands-on activity offers a fun and memorable introduction to a beloved Okinawan tradition and is ideal for families, couples, and travelers looking for a unique cultural souvenir.