Uruma City

“Ryukyu Tenma Ships” boarding experience course

  • Lecture / Seminar
  • vessels
  • traditions
  • history
  • Real-life event

Schedule

2025.09.13(土)

Start:09:00 End:16:00

Morning section 9:00-12:00 Afternoon session 13:00-16:00

Venue

Seaside Station Ayahashikan 〒904-2427 4 Yonagiyahira, Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture

Surrounding waters (beach on the left towards Ayahashikan)

Charge

Participation fee is free

Contents

This is a course where you can learn about the history of Tenma Ships and how to operate a ship by riding a Ryukyu Tenma ship that actually floats in the ocean. You can actually ride on a wooden boat floating in the ocean, which is not often seen today, and experience the ride comfort, the feel of wood, and shipbuilding techniques of shipbuilders. Since you will be getting on and off the sandy beach, please wear clothes that are safe even if you get wet.

Individual participants: no advance registration required
Groups: Please apply by phone in advance

Capacity:Up to 6 people per boat

Intended audience:Height 110 cm or more

Contact

Uruma City Museum of Maritime Culture

TEL:098-978-8831

MAIL:oki.umibun@gmail.com