TAKETOMI CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
- Tool Making Workshop
Using plants gathered around the island, participants will craft a range of tools traditionally used by the Taketomi islanders.
AvailabilityAll year except on Saturdays and Sundays
Time10:00 - 12:00
PriceShell Ginger mat：¥3,500 per person
Coaster：¥2,500 per person
Grass toys：¥1,500 per person
＊All prices exclude tax and 10% service charge.Capacity8 people per session
ReservationRequired by 17:00 the previous day.
＊Participants are asked to arrive at reception by 10 minutes before the start time.
＊Participants are asked to wear clothing that they do not mind getting dirty, or the clothing provided by the resort.Tool Making Workshop - Minsa Weaving Workshop
Participants will learn how to weave a table runner using a food-treadle floor loom.
AvailabilityAll year
Program may be unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances.Time10:00 – 12:00
14:00 – 16:00Price¥3,000 per person (excludes tax and 10% service charge)
Capacity2 people
ReservationRequired by 16:30 3 days prior.
＊Cancellations after 16:00 the previous day will result in a 100% cancellation fee.
＊Participants are asked to arrive at reception by 15 minutes before the start time.
＊ Children may participate if they are tall enough (1.35 m or taller) to reach the treadles.Minsa Weaving Workshop - Sanshin Lesson
Participants will learn how to play the Sanshin. Lessons are suitable for beginners, and participants will be given the opportunity to play this traditional Okinawan instrument from the comfort of their guest pavilions.
AvailabilityAll year
Time15:15 - 16:00
Price¥8,000 per party (excludes tax and 10% service charge)
Capacity1 party of 2 people (A third person may be added for an additional cost: ¥4,000)
ReservationRequired by 24:00 10 days prior.
＊Cancellations from 10 days prior will result in a 100% cancellation fee.
＊Please indicate Sanshin experience when reserving.
＊Each group may keep one Sanshin and one plectrum for the duration of their stay.Sanshin Lesson - Experience of original Shiisa ornament
Shiisa is believed to scare off evil sprits. You may make only one Shiisa in the world.The unique Shiisa made at the atelier in Taketomi will be your one and only memento.
AvailabilityAll year
Program may be unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances.Time9:20 - 12:00
PriceAdult (over 9)： ¥5,400
Child (age 6-9)：¥2,800
Infant (age 3-5)：¥1,400
＊All prices exclude tax and 10% service charge.Capacity6 people
＊Age 3 and overReservationRequired by 16:00 on the previous day.
＊Cancellations on the previous day will result in a 100% cancellation fee.Experience of original Shiisa ornament
