沖縄の自然や暮らしの中にある小さな感動を、温かなタッチで表現する絵本作家sava。絵本原画をはじめ、キャンバスや木製ボードに描かれたアート作品、ポストカードや雑貨など、日常に寄り添う作品を制作しています。眺めるたびに心が和らぐ世界観は、沖縄の思い出を持ち帰りたい方や、大切な人への贈り物を探している方にもおすすめです。

絵本から生まれた、心をつなぐアート作品

savaの作品は、絵本の物語から広がる優しい世界観が魅力です。原画作品には作家の息づかいが感じられ、一点一点に込められた想いが伝わります。キャンバスや木製ボード作品は、空間を彩るインテリアアートとしても人気を集めています。

沖縄の魅力を身近に感じるオリジナルグッズ

ポストカードや絵本、布キーホルダーなど、日常の中で楽しめるアイテムも豊富に展開。沖縄の自然や文化をモチーフにしたデザインは、旅の記念やお土産にもぴったりです。アートをもっと身近に感じられる作品づくりが、多くのファンに愛されています。

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沖縄のソウルフード「沖縄そば」の伝統を大切にしながら、自由な発想で新たな魅力を生み出し続ける「OKINAWA SOBA EIBUN」。観光客から地元ファンまで多くの人々を惹きつける人気店です。定番の沖縄そばはもちろん、独創的な創作沖縄そばも楽しめるため、初めて沖縄そばを味わう方にもおすすめ。沖縄の食文化を現代的な感性で再解釈した一杯を堪能できます。

伝統製法が生み出す、最後まで飲み干したくなる優しい出汁

EIBUNのそば出汁は、伝統的な沖縄そばの味わいを大切にしながら丁寧に仕上げられています。豚骨を弱火で8時間じっくり煮込み、一晩寝かせて旨みを抽出。一番出汁と合わせることで、コクがありながらも優しく、最後の一滴まで飲み干したくなるスープが完成します。沖縄そば本来の魅力を感じられる一杯です。

自分好みに楽しめる、無限の味変体験

豊富なトッピングや味変スパイスもEIBUNならではの魅力。定番の味を楽しむも良し、スパイスやトッピングを組み合わせて自分だけの一杯に仕上げるも良し。食べ進めるごとに異なる表情を見せる沖縄そばは、訪れるたびに新しい発見があります。「次はどんな組み合わせにしよう」と考えながら帰路につくのも楽しみのひとつです。

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沖縄県うるま市にある「おやつの実　Lafra」は、“小さなおやつにワクワクの魔法を”をテーマにした焼き菓子ブランド。沖縄産の黒糖や浜比嘉島の塩など、地元の素材を活かしたやさしい味わいが魅力です。ひと口食べるたびに沖縄らしい温もりが広がり、旅の思い出や贈り物としても多くの人に親しまれています。

沖縄素材を活かした、心ほどける焼き菓子

Lafraの焼き菓子は、沖縄産黒糖のコクや浜比嘉島の塩のまろやかさを感じられる、素材の魅力を大切にした味わい。クッキーやスコーン、ギフト用のお菓子まで、一つひとつ丁寧に作られています。観光のお土産としても人気があり、“沖縄を持ち帰れるおやつ”として喜ばれています。

贈る時間まで特別になるギフトスイーツ

結婚式のプチギフトや出産祝い、入学・合格祝いなど、大切なシーンを彩るギフト菓子もLafraならでは。かわいらしいラッピングと温かみのあるデザインは、贈る人の気持ちをやさしく届けてくれます。もらった瞬間に笑顔になる、そんな特別なおやつが揃っています。

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沖縄県沖縄市に工房を構える「LIVES CHOCOLATE」は、カカオ豆とさとうきび糖だけを使用したシンプルなBean to Bar専門店。素材を厳選し、丁寧に仕上げることで、カカオ本来の香りや個性を引き出したクラフトチョコレートを届けています。

低温でじっくり焙煎されたカカオ豆は、フルーティーさや華やかな香りが際立ち、一口ごとに産地ごとの個性を感じられる味わい。カカオの品種や発酵方法によって変化する繊細な風味は、チョコレート好きはもちろん、沖縄旅行の特別なお土産としてもおすすめです。

素材を引き立てる、シンプルなものづくり

「LIVES CHOCOLATE」では、使用する材料をカカオ豆とさとうきび糖のみに限定。余計なものを加えず、カカオ本来の魅力をそのまま味わえるチョコレート作りにこだわっています。シンプルだからこそ感じられる香りや余韻が、多くのファンを魅了しています。

産地ごとの個性を楽しむBean to Bar

カカオ豆の産地や発酵の違いによって変化する味わいを楽しめるのも魅力のひとつ。フルーティーな酸味や華やかな香り、深みのあるコクなど、それぞれ異なる表情を持つクラフトチョコレートは、まるでカカオを旅するような体験を与えてくれます。

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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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Cercle is a small confectionery that uses ingredients blessed by the sun and the earth to deliver the charm of Kumejima in the form of baked sweets. The gentle flavors gently accompany the memories of your trip.

Surrounded by the nature of Kumejima, "Cercle" is a bakery that makes use of ingredients from its own farm and Okinawan ingredients. Each carefully baked confectionary is filled with the creator's thoughts and the scenery of the island. We recommend them not only as souvenirs, but also as special items to add to the memories of your trip.

New cookies with home-grown pineapple and sampincha tea

Pineapple Sun Pinballs" are made by kneading the sweetness of Bogor pineapple grown in the sun and the aroma of Sanpin tea, which is popular in Okinawa, into the dough. The appeal of these bite-size balls is their light and flamboyant flavor.

UMU YA-CHI" spreads the aroma of red sweet potatoes

Umu Yachie, a baked sweet made from Kume Island's specialty red sweet potatoes, has an addictive savory and slightly salty taste. It is a nostalgic dish that you will not be able to stop eating.

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I want to bring the fun and excitement I found on my trip to Okinawa Prefecture to my dog waiting for me at home.
ONE ME TREATS is a “local souvenir brand for dogs” that was created with this in mind. We propose a special gift that allows owners and their dogs to share the memories of their travels together with additive-free treats that incorporate ingredients from Okinawa and the culture of the tropics.

A new culture of delivering travel souvenirs to your dog

While many souvenir shops in tourist spots sell products for people, there are still few souvenirs for pets. It is a “gift of love” that connects owners returning from a trip with their dogs at home.

Safe snacks made with Okinawan ingredients and additives-free

The product uses an additive-free recipe that focuses on ingredients such as Moringa from Okinawa and domestic chicken meat. The easy-to-carry stand-up pouch package makes it convenient as a souvenir. The tropical colors and design are cute enough to share on social networking sites.

Chicken Meatballs
Additive-free meatballs made with Moringa powder from Okinawa. The meatballs are vacuum-packed with Japanese chicken meat as the main ingredient and can be carried at room temperature. The bite-sized balls are easy to feed and the green color of moringa adds a tropical touch.

Local rice flour cookies
Gluten-free rice flour cookies colored with moringa & beets. Made with no additives and only domestic ingredients, they are crispy and easy to eat for all breeds of dogs. The cookies are shaped in Okinawan motifs such as Bingata and Shisa, giving them a special “only available here” feel.

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Shoku-no-Kakehashi Company" breathes new life into the traditional Okinawan ingredient "island tofu.
“The rich, ”cheese-like" taste of this remarkable brand is a surprise to tourists and locals alike. Enjoy the new island tofu experience that will connect Okinawa's food culture to the future.

Island tofu becomes rich like cheese

Made using a proprietary process, the "cheesy island tofu" has a rich, creamy flavor. It goes well with wine and crackers, and makes a great souvenir. You can rediscover the potential of Okinawan ingredients.

Evolutionary island tofu sweets that make great souvenirs!

We are also developing new arrangements of products such as island tofu marinated in oil and island tofu pudding. Both healthy and satisfying, they are perfect as souvenirs during sightseeing or as a treat for yourself.

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Izena Island is a remote island reached by boat from the northern part of Okinawa's main island. Oyatsu Komatsu" is a specialty store that delivers handmade baked goods, mainly scones and crackers, tucked away in a village. Its simple and warm flavor is loved by locals and tourists alike.

The unique taste of island ingredients

Izena Island Crackers" made with mozuku seaweed and arthur produced in Izena Village are a unique product that can only be found here. The flavor of the ingredients is carefully selected, and the more you chew, the more the gentle salty taste spreads. It is recommended as a souvenir from the island.

Relaxing island time and treats to enjoy

The sweet aroma wafting through the store and the relaxing air. Stop by between sightseeing tours and enjoy freshly baked scones and crackers to enrich your memories of Izena Island. It is also a perfect reward for yourself.

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Yaeyama Farm" squeezes in the deliciousness of fruits grown in the full sun of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa. The farm delivers the bounty of the tropics to all over Japan in the form of jellies, rich pineapple juice, and ripe mangoes, as if you were tasting the fruit itself.

Luxurious fruit-like juleps

One bite is like taking a bite of fresh fruit. The jellée, which makes the most of the sweetness and aroma of the original ingredients, is popular as a souvenir or gift. The gorgeous tropical flavor will add color to your travel memories.

Rich taste of Ishigaki Island fruit

The lineup is full of Okinawan flavors, including juices made with luxurious ripe pineapples and melt-in-your-mouth sweet mangoes. These are special items that allow you to enjoy nature's bounty as it is.

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