Mini Ganshina Crafting Experience: Create a Unique Okinawan Souvenir

Highlights

  • Create a modern version of the traditional folk craft "Ganshina"
  • Perfect for making a unique Okinawa souvenir!
  • Be soothed by the natural scents

What to expect

Experience making a mini Ganshina! Okinawan women used to place it on their heads to carry items. Nowadays, it can be used a mat for offering watermelons, a trivet, or as a decorative interior piece. Perfect for a unique Okinawa souvenir!

About this experience

Starting at
10:00, 14:00

Schedule

  1. Gather and Register at Yambaru Craftworks
  2. Start Making "Ganshiner"
    Start by gathering Gettou (shell ginger) while exploring the surrounding area, and then proceed to prepare the materials! Extract the fibers from the Gettou and wrap them around the core. It's perfect for creating a unique Okinawan souvenir.
  3. Activity Ends

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Yambaru craftworks

    2083 Kijoka, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-1303

    Yambaru craftworks — 2083 Kijoka, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-1303

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