Enjoy making your own Miyako animal candles indoors! Reservations (Miyakojima, Okinawa)
- You can take home the candles you made that day! All equipment is available for free rental, so you can come empty-handed!
- A new experience: making colorful tropical animals out of candle wax! This is an indoor experience so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather!
- We will send you a special page introducing great restaurant deals and hidden gems exclusively to those who join PiPi's tours!
- Decorating your home with animals that you have made yourself is sure to add a colorful touch to your home!
Package Options
Cultural Experiences
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Location | Indoor |
| Experience type | DIY Workshop |
| Minimum participant requirement | 5 travelers |
| Art/painting type | Clay art class |
| DIY type | Candle making |
Product Info
What You Can Expect
1 Day
- Meet up with your guide! We will let you know the exact meeting time when we confirm your reservation the day before.
- Choose the animal you want to make! Choose two animals you want to make from the several samples available!
- Let's start making animal candles! We will start making our own animal candles based on the instructions.
- Coating begins! The animal candles we created are finally coated!
- Photoshoot! Take a photo with the animal candle you created!
- The class is over! You can take home the animal candles you made on the same day!
Important Info
Reminders
A minimum of 5 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
We recommend storing your candles in a cool place. Please note that we cannot guarantee the quality of your candles if they are damaged.
Generally, you won't get dirty, but please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty just in case.
Please contact us in advance if you wish to use the parking lot.
If you are going to be late, please be sure to contact us in advance.
We will contact you the day before with details such as the meeting place. If you have not received a response by 6:00 PM the day before the tour, please be sure to contact MIYAKO ADVENTURE PiPi using one of the following methods: (Phone number: 0980-79-5990) (WhatsApp: +81 80-6736-6408) (Email: info@miyako-pipi.com)
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Pickup Point
Location Name: When making a reservation, please fill in the name and address of your hotel in the "Notes" field. *The meeting place and time will be announced the day before the tour.
Address: MiyakojimaFAQ
Miyakojima primarily relies on private transportation. To reach the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop, visitors can utilize rental cars, which offer the most flexibility for exploring the island. Taxis are also available, though they might be less frequent outside main areas. For those staying at accommodations, inquiring about shuttle services or local bus routes is an option, but a rental car or taxi is generally recommended for convenience.
While not strictly essential, renting a car is highly recommended for visiting the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop and exploring Miyakojima in general. Public transportation is limited on the island, and a rental car provides the most convenience, freedom, and efficiency to travel to the workshop and other attractions at your own pace. Taxis are an alternative, but can be costly for multiple trips across the island.
Yes, taxis can be used for convenient travel to the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop. Taxis are available on Miyakojima, particularly around the airport and major hotel areas. However, it's advisable to pre-book a taxi or ensure you have a way to call for one, especially when returning from areas less frequented by regular taxi routes. While convenient, taxi fares can add up compared to rental car costs for extended use.
From Miyakojima's city center, the most recommended way to get to the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop is by rental car or taxi. Rental cars offer the greatest flexibility and are ideal for exploring the island beyond the workshop. Taxis provide direct transportation, which is convenient, especially if you prefer not to drive. Be sure to have the workshop's exact address or map location ready for the taxi driver.
During the Miyako Animal Candle Making Experience, participants can unleash their creativity by choosing from over 10 different colors of wax to craft their tropical animal candles. You can select your favorite animal design and shape it from the wax, making each creation truly unique. This allows for a personalized and colorful souvenir of your time in Okinawa.
No, you do not need to bring any materials or equipment for the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop. All necessary equipment and materials for creating your unique animal candles are provided and available for free rental at the venue. This means you can simply come empty-handed and fully enjoy the creative process of making your own tropical animal candles.
Yes, the finished animal candles can be taken home immediately after completing the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop. Once you've crafted your unique tropical animal candle, it will be ready for you to keep as a special souvenir or to use for decorating your home. This allows for instant gratification and a tangible memory of your creative experience in Miyakojima.
Yes, the Miyako Animal Candles Workshop is perfectly suitable for rainy weather conditions, making it an excellent indoor activity. The entire candle making experience takes place indoors, ensuring you can enjoy crafting your tropical animal candles comfortably regardless of the weather outside. It's a great option for a fun and engaging activity when outdoor plans might be disrupted.
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