A handcrafted Ishiganto charm made from traditional Okinawan red roof tiles.

The red tile tradition in Okinawa dates back to the late 17th century, when red tiles began appearing on structures such as Shuri Castle under the Ryukyu Kingdom. Once considered a symbol of nobility, red tiles were later adopted more widely across Okinawan homes.

This piece is created using rare handmade red tiles individually shaped by craftsmen rather than machine-made materials. The aged tiles, which once protected Okinawan homes from rain, wind, and typhoons for over a century, have been transformed into meaningful protective charms known as Ishiganto.

Each piece is carefully handcrafted and carries wishes for protection, good fortune, and prosperity.