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In-Hotel Shop

The hotel shop and pottery sales corner on the 2nd floor of the main building

We offer a wide selection including hotel original sweets, specialty products of the Nankan region, Kumamoto souvenirs, Ariake-zuke pickles, and Shōdai-yaki pottery. We look forward to welcoming you.

From Kumamon to many other character goods — we carry the largest selection in Kyushu, along with women's clothing, bags, and more.
Our school-trip visitors and overnight guests love it. The SEKIA Convenience Store has also opened.

Shop Recommendations

Otemoyan (Kumamoto Specialty Sweet)

Ranked 5th nationwide in the 47 Prefectures Local Sweets Ranking!
A beloved treat with an exquisite, moist mouthfeel of milk custard and chunky red bean paste.

Tiger Prawn Rice Crackers (Kumamoto / Amakusa)

Made with tiger prawns from Amakusa. Crisp, fragrant rice crackers packed with rich shrimp flavor.
Once you taste them, you'll want them again!

Hours	Mon–Fri	9:00–11:00 / 15:00–21:00
	Sat / Sun / Holidays	9:00–12:00 / 15:00–21:00

Contact | The Shop

0968-69-6111

MangaCorner

A new corner with 2,300 manga volumes has been added. All manga are free to read.

Enjoy manga while waiting in the lobby, sipping tea in the lounge, or relaxing in your room.
You're sure to find a favorite.

Hours	10:00–22:00
Location	Lobby (2F), by the windows to the left as you face the Front Desk
Price	Free
Taking to Your Room	Please fill out a checkout slip and submit it to the Front Desk.

Selection (partial list)
Yowamushi Pedal, Attack on Titan, SLAM DUNK, NARUTO, Demon Slayer, The Prince of Tennis, DRAGON BALL, Mei-chan no Shitsuji, Vagabond, Kingdom, Salaryman Kintaro, and more.
Notes
- Please limit room borrowing to 5 books at a time.
- Please return books to the shelf. (Please return each to its original location.)
- Please handle the books with care.
- Use within Grande Sekia is prohibited.
- Do not take books outside the hotel.
- Please sanitize your hands before picking up a book.

Pottery SalesCorner

The Arao and Tamana area is the largest cluster of pottery kilns in Kumamoto.
There are currently 22 active kilns, and 11 of them have set up direct sales corners here at Hotel Sekia.
Take this opportunity to pick up these artisans' work and see them up close.

Arao-Tamana Area Kiln Promotion Association

https://aratama-kamamoto.jimdo.com

Shōdai-yaki Sueyasu Kiln(Shōdai-yaki Sueyasu-gama)

Using clay from Mt. Shōdai and firing the kiln with wood, we craft pottery while feeling the seasons and the climate. We hope each piece becomes part of daily life — something that simply belongs there, the more it's used.

1712-2 Fumoto, Arao City 0968-68-0058
9:00–18:00 (until 17:00 December–February)
http://www.sueyasugama.com/

Shōdai-yaki Nakadera Kiln(Shōdai-yaki Nakadera-gama)

While preserving the charm and tradition of Shōdai-yaki, we focus on everyday tableware that many can enjoy. Tours of the climbing kiln and potter's wheel workshop are available (reservations required for groups).

1192 Kaba, Arao City 0968-68-7326
10:00–17:00, closed Thursdays and the 3rd Sunday

Shōdai Mizuho Kiln(Shōdai Mizuho-gama)

We aim to make pottery that brings warmth to daily life and feels comfortable in the hand. While drawing on the traditional features and techniques of Shōdai-yaki, we've also developed new colors based on rice-straw ash. Our pieces are made to be used every day.

914 Kamihirayama, Arao City 0968-66-2380
10:00–17:00, closed Tuesdays and year-end/New Year holidays

Tōbō Maruyama(Tōbō Maruyama)

North of Tamana City, on the east side of Mt. Shōdai, we work in the beautiful atmosphere of the satoyama countryside. We focus on charcoal-fired flower vases along with a diverse range of tableware, and recently we've put more effort into lampshades as well. Come spend a soothing moment surrounded by satoyama scenery.

4559 Mitsukawa, Tamana City 0968-74-9087
9:00–18:00, irregular closures

Sakura Kiln

White vessels that bring out the colors of food and flowers. We hope to offer pieces that enrich everyday life.

238-2 Taimei-machi Ougizaki, Tamana City 0968-57-0744
9:00–18:00, irregular closures

Konohazaru Kiln(Konohazaru Kamamoto)

A traditional craft with 1,300 years of history, said to ward off illness and misfortune, bring marital harmony, and ensure prosperous descendants. Hand-shaped, unglazed clay monkey figures with a rustic feel. In the early Taishō era, they were ranked top yokozuna in the folk-toy rankings. Konohazaru-making workshops are also available.

60 Konoha, Gyokutō-machi, Tamana District 0968-85-2052
8:00–19:00, open year-round

Sakashita Kiln(Sakashita-gama)

We craft gentle vessels for everyday use.
We also make small figurines such as Jizō statues and animals.

19-1 Kamisakashita, Nankan-machi, Tamana District 0968-53-9760
9:00–18:00, irregular closures

Sueyoshi Kiln(Sueyoshi-gama)

We bring the natural character of clay and the beauty of tradition into contemporary ceramics, creating pottery to be loved as part of daily life. Your guidance and feedback are most welcome.

1768-207 Hachimiyao, Nankan-machi, Tamana District 0968-53-8770
Irregular closures

Miike-yaki(Miike-yaki)

Distinguished by a red color known as cinnabar. Our aim is to be your everyday favorite vessel. Our shop and kiln sit just beside the Nankan Interchange. We hold kiln-openings during Golden Week and at year-end.

1446-4 Sekisotome, Nankan-machi, Tamana District 0968-53-2011
9:00–20:00, open year-round

Shōdai-yaki Taihei Kiln(Shōdai-yaki Taihei-gama)

Miyao, a village rich with the colors of all four seasons. Taihei Kiln was opened in 1970 by the first-generation Taihei, in tribute to the birthplace of ancient Shōdai-yaki. The split-bamboo climbing kiln built in 1983 produces work that is rustic and full of energy, carrying on a style imbued with the warmth of clay. We continue our efforts every day, with creation always in mind.

470 Miyao, Nankan-machi, Tamana District 0968-53-9245
9:00–18:00, irregular closures

Shōdai-yaki Issaki Kiln(Shōdai-yaki Issaki-gama)

A pottery experience that lets you channel the dignity of the former Higo Domain's official kiln. Shōdai-yaki once flourished under the patronage of the Hosokawa family of Higo. It was also called "five-virtue ware" — said to keep food from spoiling, prevent odor transfer, ward off moisture, neutralize toxins, and lead to a long, prosperous life. Pottery workshops are available at the kiln. At Issaki Kiln, you can try your hand at making tea cups, mugs, plates, and other vessels — fired pieces will be shipped to you afterward.

1612-3 Nagashio, Nagasu-machi, Tamana District 0968-78-5631
9:00–18:00, irregular closures