沖縄の伝統工芸「やちむん」の魅力を、一つひとつ丁寧に形にするやちむん工房 和（Kazu）。毎日の食卓に自然と溶け込む器や小物は、使うほどに愛着が深まり、沖縄の温かな暮らしを感じさせてくれます。旅の思い出や贈り物としてもおすすめの工房です。

暮らしに寄り添う、手づくりのやちむん

やちむん工房 和（Kazu）の作品は、手仕事ならではの温もりや風合いが魅力。一つとして同じものがない表情豊かな器は、料理を引き立て、日常の食卓をやさしく彩ります。普段使いはもちろん、大切な人への贈り物にも人気です。

沖縄らしさを感じる一点ものとの出会い

作品はInstagramで新作や制作風景を発信しており、オンラインショップから購入も可能です。旅先で出会った沖縄の思い出を持ち帰るように、自分だけのお気に入りのやちむんを見つけてみてはいかがでしょうか。

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沖縄の美しい海をモチーフにしたレジンアートと、特別な日の花束を新たな形へと生まれ変わらせるアフターブーケを手掛ける「URAKI – after bouquet & sea art STORE」。旅の思い出や人生の節目を、世界にひとつだけのアート作品として残せるクリエイターショップです。

沖縄の海を暮らしの中へ

透明感あふれるレジンで表現された海のグラデーションは、一つひとつ表情が異なる一点もの。波のきらめきや沖縄ブルーを閉じ込めたインテリアや雑貨は、自宅にいながら南国の癒やしを感じられる特別なアイテムです。

海の記憶をインテリアに

沖縄の海をモチーフにしたレジンアートは、波のきらめきや透明感のあるブルーを閉じ込めた一点ものの作品。空間に飾るだけで、まるで海辺にいるような癒やしを感じられます。日常のインテリアとしてはもちろん、旅の思い出やギフトにもぴったりのアート作品です。

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Based in OkinawaToy Roadworksis a brand that creates traditional folk toys inspired by myths, folktales, and customs passed down throughout Japan. At GAJUMARU, you can easily enjoy this unique world.Original Karuta and SugorokuSelect this item. It’s a product that lets everyone—from children to adults—experience the charm of Japanese culture through play.

The Appeal of Japanese Culture, Unfolding Through Play

The karuta and sugoroku games produced by Toy Roadworks feature unique designs inspired by folktales, myths, and yokai. As you play with family and friends, you’ll naturally become familiar with the stories and culture passed down throughout Japan.

Original Designs That Add a Touch of Playfulness to Everyday Life

This worldview—somehow nostalgic yet fresh—is unique to Toy Roadworks. The creator’s sensibility is infused into every illustration and word, making these items ideal not only for play but also for collecting or as gifts. With designs that appeal to all ages, they’re perfect as travel souvenirs or gifts from Okinawa.

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"Miyazato-ya," a beloved in-house roasted coffee shop in Okinawa, is a popular spot where you can enjoy aromatic specialty coffee and hearty Okinawan zenzai. With its carefully roasted coffee and a selection of Okinawan-style sweets and light meals, it offers a cozy atmosphere that makes it the perfect place to stop by during your travels. At GAJUMARU, we’re offering popular menu items that let you easily enjoy the unique flavors of Miyazatoya.

Carefully crafted sweets and light meals that capture the essence of Okinawa

At Miyazato-ya, we take pride in creating a menu that highlights the natural flavors of our ingredients. In addition to shaved ice and Okinawan zenzai—which are perfect for Okinawa’s hot climate—we offer a variety of items that showcase the local charm, such as ice cream and rice balls wrapped in sanin leaves. Our satisfying flavors make it an easy stop for tourists to enjoy during their sightseeing.

A Fragrant Moment You Can Only Enjoy Because It’s Home-Roasted

As the name suggests, Miyazato-ya’s commitment to in-house roasting is one of its defining features. Focusing primarily on high-quality specialty coffee, the shop takes great care to ensure the aroma and aftertaste of every cup. The coffee pairs well with sweet treats, making this a place where you can relax and enjoy Okinawa’s laid-back pace of life.

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Chiruru Yoshida is a creator captivated by Okinawa’s air, plants, and the culture that thrives there, expressing their charm through her paper artworks. Using Okinawa’s iconic flora and fauna as motifs, she presents illustrations rendered in her unique artistic vision, paired with the rustic texture of getto paper. She is committed to craftsmanship not only in illustration and design but also in printing and finishing, creating stationery that radiates warmth in every single piece.

Small Artworks to Take Home as Memories of Okinawa

The scenery and atmosphere you encounter while traveling tend to fade with time. Chiro Yoshida’s artwork allows you to bring that lingering feeling of Okinawa back into your daily life. Combining the natural texture unique to getto paper with delicate depictions of Okinawa’s wildlife and plants, she crafts paper goods—such as postcards, stationery sets, and bookmarks—that seamlessly blend into daily life.

A gentle texture and meticulous craftsmanship, born from the hands

Characterized by a style that values the texture and negative space that cannot be fully captured digitally, the artist handles much of the production process by hand. By overseeing every step of the process—from printing to finishing—the artist creates works that are simple yet so appealing you’ll want to keep them for years to come. This is a warm stationery brand where a love for Okinawa and a spirit of craftsmanship are infused into every detail.

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Picture book artist Sava captures the small moments of wonder found in Okinawa’s nature and daily life with a warm, gentle touch. She creates works that blend seamlessly into everyday life, ranging from original picture book illustrations to artworks on canvas and wooden panels, as well as postcards and various goods. Her world—one that soothes the heart every time you look at it—is highly recommended for those who want to take a piece of Okinawa home with them or are searching for a gift for a loved one.

Artworks That Connect Hearts, Inspired by Picture Books

The appeal of Sava’s work lies in the gentle world she creates, inspired by the stories in her picture books. Her original artwork allows you to sense the artist’s very breath, and the emotions poured into each piece come through clearly. Her works on canvas and wooden panels are also gaining popularity as interior art that adds color to any space.

Original merchandise that lets you experience the charm of Okinawa up close

They also offer a wide variety of items to enjoy in everyday life, such as postcards, picture books, and fabric keychains. The designs, inspired by Okinawa’s nature and culture, make perfect travel souvenirs and gifts. Their creations, which bring art closer to everyday life, are loved by many fans.

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"OKINAWA SOBA EIBUN" continues to create new appeal through creative thinking while cherishing the traditions of Okinawa’s soul food, "Okinawa Soba." It’s a popular spot that attracts everyone from tourists to local fans. In addition to the classic Okinawa soba, you can also enjoy unique, creative variations, making it a great choice even for first-time visitors. Here, you can savor a bowl of Okinawa soba that reinterprets Okinawan culinary culture with a modern sensibility.

A gentle broth crafted using traditional methods that makes you want to drink every last drop

EIBUN’s soba broth is carefully crafted to preserve the authentic flavor of traditional Okinawan soba. Pork bones are slowly simmered over low heat for 8 hours, then left to rest overnight to extract their rich umami. Combining this with the first-boil broth results in a soup that is rich yet gentle—one you’ll want to savor down to the very last drop. It’s a bowl that lets you experience the true charm of Okinawan soba.

An endless variety of flavor combinations to enjoy just the way you like it

The wide variety of toppings and flavor-enhancing spices is another unique charm of EIBUN. You can enjoy the classic flavors, or mix and match spices and toppings to create your very own bowl. Okinawa soba reveals a different side with every bite, offering a new discovery every time you visit. One of the joys is heading home while wondering, “What combination should I try next?”

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Located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, “Oyatsu no Mi Lafra” is a baked goods brand with the theme “Bringing the magic of excitement to little treats.” Its appeal lies in its gentle flavors, which make the most of local ingredients such as Okinawan brown sugar and salt from Hamahiga Island. With every bite, the warmth of Okinawa spreads through your mouth, making these treats beloved by many as both travel souvenirs and gifts.

Baked goods made with Okinawan ingredients that melt in your mouth

Lafra’s baked goods highlight the natural flavors of their ingredients, allowing you to savor the rich depth of Okinawan brown sugar and the mellow taste of salt from Hamahiga Island. From cookies and scones to gift-boxed treats, each item is carefully crafted by hand. They’re a popular choice for souvenirs among tourists and are cherished as “snacks that let you take a piece of Okinawa home.”

Gift Sweets That Make Even the Moment of Giving Special

Lafra is known for its gift confections that add a special touch to important occasions, such as wedding favors, baby gifts, and gifts to celebrate school enrollment or exam success. The charming packaging and heartwarming designs gently convey the giver’s feelings. We offer a selection of special treats that are sure to bring a smile to the recipient’s face the moment they receive them.

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"LIVES CHOCOLATE," with its workshop in Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a specialty "bean-to-bar" shop that uses only cacao beans and cane sugar. By carefully selecting ingredients and crafting each product with care, the shop delivers artisanal chocolate that brings out the natural aroma and unique character of the cacao.

Cacao beans roasted slowly at low temperatures bring out their fruity notes and vibrant aromas, offering a flavor that lets you experience the unique character of each origin with every bite. The delicate flavors, which vary depending on the cacao variety and fermentation method, are highly recommended not only for chocolate lovers but also as a special souvenir from your trip to Okinawa.

Simple craftsmanship that brings out the best in the materials

At “LIVES CHOCOLATE,” we limit our ingredients to just cacao beans and cane sugar. We are committed to crafting chocolate that allows you to savor the true essence of cacao without any unnecessary additives. It is precisely this simplicity that brings out the aroma and lingering aftertaste that have captivated so many fans.

Bean-to-Bar: Enjoying the Unique Characteristics of Each Origin

One of the appeals is being able to enjoy the varying flavors that result from differences in the origin of the cacao beans and the fermentation process. With their fruity acidity, vibrant aromas, and deep richness—each with its own distinct character—craft chocolates offer an experience that’s like taking a journey through the world of cacao.

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Ryukyupiras“ is a brand that lets you enjoy the sensibility of various artists active in Okinawa in the form of T-shirts and miscellaneous goods. The brand offers works filled with the charm of Okinawan culture, such as Bingata, ceramics, and photography, as ”art to be worn. They are perfect as souvenirs for sightseeing or as a special piece of clothing for yourself.

Products cloaked in the artist's thoughts and feelings

We collaborate with artists who are active on the front lines in Okinawa, such as Bingata craftsmen, photographers, and ceramic artists. The T-shirts and sundries that incorporate the charm of these works are full of individuality and stories!

Okinawa“ blends into everyday life

Based on the concept of "always feeling Okinawa," we combine design and practicality. You can incorporate the memories of your trip into your daily life with island zori, bags, accessories, and more.

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