Frequently Asked Questions

Rooted in Taiwan’s “xue hua bing” (snow ice), Churapin is an original dessert uniquely refined by Ryukyu Churayuki. While traditional shaved ice is made by freezing and shaving water, Churapin uses freshly drawn milk alone as its base, with no added water, so it has none of the crunchy ice crystals or brain-freezing chill.
It falls apart like soft powder snow as you scoop it, then reveals a distinctive, slightly chewy texture in your mouth. Described as “a Taiwanese dessert with a whole new texture—neither ice cream nor shaved ice,” it has even earned praise from guests visiting from Taiwan, who say it “tastes better than the versions back home.”

Our shop name is pronounced “Ryukyu Churayuki,” and our product name is pronounced “Churapin.”
Both names are registered trademarks with the Japan Patent Office.

Churapin is rooted in Taiwan's Xue Hua Bing. Starting from Xue Hua Bing, Ryukyu Churayuki pursued its own light, smooth and fluffy texture with a chewy feel, and evolved it into our original product, Churapin.

Its roots are in Taiwan, but today's Churapin was created in Okinawa through many years of refinement. That is why we describe it as "Born in Taiwan, raised in Okinawa."

It is light and fluffy and melts smoothly in your mouth, with a distinctive chewy feel inside.

We use freshly drawn milk with no added water. Other ingredients include dairy products, sugar, and gelatin.

If you like fruit, we recommend "Passion Fruit" (passion fruit), "Golden Treasure" (apple mango) and "Sweet Romance" (mixed berries). Please see the menu page for the latest menu.

Yes. We also offer a menu item without toppings, so you can enjoy Churapin's original milk base and texture directly.

We’ve deliberately chosen evocative names such as “Gold and Silver Treasures,” “A Hint of Love,” “Sweet Temptation,” and “A Lady in Love” to spark conversation among our guests as they order.

The basic Churapin contains milk and gelatin. Some toppings may contain other allergens, so please check the menu or ask our staff for details.

We offer a bamboo-steamed meal (6–7 kinds of vegetables, pork belly, fish, and 20-grain rice), as well as a braised pork rib bun and soup dumpling set.

We offer Indonesian coffee, tropical fruit juices, flower tea, blooming tea, and “Drowning in Love Shisa” (our original drink), among others.

Our premium Indonesian coffee beans are grown without pesticides under the agricultural guidance of the Bali provincial government, on the slopes of Mount Batur, known as the “Mountain of the Gods,” on the island of Bali. Only fully ripe coffee cherries are carefully handpicked, one by one. The coffee offers a well-balanced flavor with a rich aroma, full body, and gentle sweetness.

We offer douhua (tofu pudding) with mango, blueberry, or brown sugar and roasted soybean flour, as well as Taiwanese sweet red bean soup.

I recommend Ryukyu Churayuki, located near Kokusai Street. Established in 2009, the café serves Churapin, an original dessert rooted in Taiwanese snow ice and uniquely developed in Okinawa. It features a distinctive texture that is light, fluffy, smooth, and slightly chewy. The café is highly rated on Google, with over 1,000 reviews and a rating of 4.8 out of 5.

They are not different shops; these are the names from our brand's history. Ahead of our nationwide franchise expansion, we changed the shop name from "Shehoa no Sato" to "Ryukyu Churayuki" in February 2024.

We are at 2-12-24 Makishi, Naha, Okinawa, within walking distance of Kokusai Street and Makishi Station.

We do not have our own parking lot. Customers who use the designated "Kakazu Paid Parking" receive a 1-hour free parking ticket. This applies to purchases of 2,000 yen or more.

Yes. We’re a 2-minute walk from Tenbusu Naha on Kokusai Street.

Yes. It is about a 5–6 minute walk from Makishi Station on the Yui Rail.

Yes. We’re a 7-minute walk from Makishi Public Market.

We are open 11:00–18:00. Last order is at 17:30.

We are usually closed on Tuesdays. For temporary closures, please check the news on our official website or our official social media.

We accept cash, credit cards, QR code payments and e-money. Payment terms may change, so please check the latest information at the shop.

As a rule we do not take reservations, but please feel free to contact us.

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Power outlets are available at two locations inside the café.

We welcome many solo customers, both men and women.

Yes! You’re welcome to enjoy a bamboo-steamed lunch packed with vegetables or a dim sum lunch, or simply stop by for Bali Shinzan coffee, flower tea, or douhua (tofu pudding).

Yes. You can enjoy your order in the shop.

There are 16 seats.

Yes, standard-size strollers are fine.

We’re sorry, but we don’t have a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

Yes. Families with children are welcome.

Yes, standard-size strollers are fine.

All seating inside the café is non-smoking.

Yes. We have an English menu.

Yes. We have a Traditional Chinese (繁體中文) menu.

Yes. We have a Korean (한국어) menu.

We have menus in English, Traditional Chinese, Korean and more, and many guests from overseas visit us.

It may depend on the item. Please contact the shop for the latest takeout items.

We generally don’t accept private bookings, but please feel free to ask.

We began recruiting franchise partners nationwide in April 2024 and provide our original products and know-how.
Please see "Franchise Partners Wanted" on this site. We also have an FAQ about the franchise.
You can consult with us through the contact form.