Welcome to Ryusaikan

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Ryukyu KingdomA Hideaway

Address 905-1141
1118 Genka, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Number of Guests Maximum capacity: 10 guests
Ideal for: 6–8 people
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Parking Lot 2 units
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Create Your Very Own, One-of-a-Kind Guardian Deity: “Shisa-Making Workshop”

As a memento of your trip to Okinawa,One of a kindWhy not try making your own “Shisa”?
Actually, at Ryusai-kan, you can participate in a “Shisa-making workshop” where an instructor comes to your location.

This experience, which lets you relax and enjoy activities right at the lodge without having to go out, is hugely popular with families with children and groups of travelers!

Looking for a special souvenir from your trip to Okinawa?
Why not create your very own, one-of-a-kind Shisa by hand?

At Ryusaikan, we offer a unique Shisa-Making Experience, where a local instructor will come directly to your place—no need to go anywhere!

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The Process of the Shisa-Making Workshop
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STEP
Shaping a Shisa (about 1 hour)
Shisa Shaping 

Knead the clay and shape the eyes, mouth, ears, and more!

STEP
Drying & Baking (about 40 minutes)
Drying & Firing

Shape them and bake them♪

STEP
Coloring (30 minutes or more)
Painting

Create a one-of-a-kind Shisa in your favorite color ✨

Fun for Everyone! Recommended Age Range and Number of Players

Minimum Number of ParticipantsFor 2 or more people
Maximum number of peopleUp to 8 people
(Up to Ryusai-kan's capacity)
Participation by ChildrenAny age is fine as long as you're with a parent!
Children can participate on their own starting around age 6.

We accept groups of 2 to 8 participants.
Children can participate in the experience Ages 6 and up.

Trial Fee

Per person: 4,400 yen (tax included)
*All tools and materials are included. You can come empty-handed!

About English Support

The instructor can communicate in simple English.

Reservations & Inquiries

The Shisa-making workshop isBy Advance Reservation OnlyThat's it.

  • Preferred Date and Time
  • Number of people

Please let us know via the email below.

*For your desired date:Until a week agoWe recommend that you contact us.

The Shisa-making experience is available by reservation only.
Please send us an email with the following information:

  • Your preferred date and time
  • Number of participants

to the email address below.

A Ryukyu Experience That Deepens Through Crafting

Shisa are guardian deities of homes and buildings in Okinawa.
The shisa you create yourself right there on the spot is sure to become your "good luck charm" for the future.

A moment spent creating in the tranquility and artistic atmosphere of Ryusai-kan.
Be sure to come and enjoy this special experience at least once! ✨

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