The Glass Studio in Otaru
Watch the Craftsmanship of Glass Artisans from the Gallery
Located at the base of Mt. Tengu in Otaru, The Glass Studio in OTARU offers glassblowing observation and hands-on craft workshops.
The studio features a spacious open interior equipped with a second-floor viewing gallery. From this gallery, visitors can observe master artisans using long iron rods to manipulate and shape molten glass heated in high-temperature kilns, providing a clear view of traditional glassmaking.
Established in 1979, the studio operates under the guiding principle of combining appreciation with creation. It offers hands-on glassblowing workshops where participants can craft customized items, such as glasses or small plates, by choosing and combining various colored glass materials.
By combining the observation of artisan techniques with interactive craft activities, the facility enables visitors to explore Otaru's glassmaking culture. It functions as a distinctive cultural place integrated within the natural environment at the foot of Mt. Tengu for visiting travelers.
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒047-0023
- Address
- 北海道小樽市最上2丁目16-16
- Telephone Number
- 0134-33-9390
- Open
- 10:00-18:00 (10:00-17:00 from November to March)
- Closed
- Tuesdays (both shop and workshop closed)
- Prices
- Free admission
- Car Park
- 20 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 15 minutes from JR Otaru Station
●By car: About 15 minutes from Sasson Expwy Otaru IC - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
