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Tsuikin Experience (60 minutes)

* Please note that prices for experiences from May 2025 onward are scheduled to change.
We are currently adjusting the new rates, and reservations will open once the prices are finalized.

What is "Tsuikin"?

The technique known as "Thuikin" is unique to Ryukyu (Okinawan) lacquerware. It involves mixing lacquer with various pigments, spreading this mixture out, and either pressing it into molds or cutting out patterns to adhere to the surface of lacquerware.

 

In the 15th century, a Portuguese diplomat wrote about lacquerware boxes decorated with chinkin techniques in the "Description of the East Asian Countries," indicating that this art form was already being produced at that time.
The unique red lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlay techniques of Ryukyu have continued to embellish Okinawa since the era of King Sho Hashi (1400s).

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  • One person OK
  • Children OK
  • Pick up service available
  • With meals
  • Required Time
  • in 1 h
  • Payment Method
  • Pre-payment by credit card
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Price Coasters： ￥2,700～￥3,500
Schedule

STEP 1:
Challenge yourself with making a tsuikin coaster!
During the experience, you will engage in tsuikin (raised lacquer) techniques.
※ Tsuikin is one of the decorative techniques for lacquerware in Ryukyu, invented and perfected in Ryukyu itself.

STEP 2:
Draw patterns on the thinly spread lacquer surface.
Following the patterns drawn on the lacquer surface, make incisions using a tsuikin knife.

STEP 3:
Once the incisions are made, cut out the patterns.

STEP 4:
Attach the colored patterns to objects (such as coasters or accessories).

STEP 5:
Finally, polish the surface thoroughly with sandpaper to complete the process!
A beautiful piece of Ryukyu lacquerware is now finished!

※ The lacquer attached to the object will dry and harden over a few months. After drying, the lacquer will adhere completely to the object, preventing it from peeling off.
Min. of PAX 1people
Things included in the price

Experience Fee
Finished Product
Meeting Time

Please come to the reception desk on the 2nd floor of Tenbusu Naha at least 10 minutes before the start of the experience session.
Important notice

※ The availability of the experience may vary depending on the instructor's schedule and material stock. Please inquire in advance.
※ Patterns may not be selectable.
※ The credit cards accepted for on-site payment are VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, and Union Pay.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel on the day of the event (from 00:00), a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.
If you do not show up without prior notice, a 100% cancellation fee will also be charged.
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