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Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

 

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Description

Learn how to make elegant cut glass in the traditional Edo Kiriko style when visiting Tokyo. Create your own unique designs, and take home a little bit of Japanese culture!

Cancellation Policy

  • Any cancellations made after 19:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

Tours

Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

Pricing Details

Prices Starts From:01-10-2019   Ends On:01-01-2038    Available On:    All Days
Adult (Age 19 & Up) $43
Youth (Age 10-18) $36

Min/Max Quantity To Book

  • Maximum 18 tickets can be booked

Inclusion

  • Lesson/ Transparent glass
  • English-speaking assistant
  • Japanese-speaking instructor

Start Timings

08:30,  10:15,  13:00,  15:00

Duration

  • 1 (hrs) (Approx.)

Schedules

08:30:00 Meet at sokichi

Day: Day1
Begin Glass Cutting Experience
The first floor is the gallery and you will be working in the second floor.
Day: Day1
Glass Selection
Pick from 10 types of glasses.
Day: Day1
Watch the Instructor
The instructor will show a sample on how it is done. You will receive step by step instructions, so beginners will be comfortable during the process.
Day: Day1
Sketching the Bottom
You will draw an outline of the design you would like on the bottom of the glass first.
Day: Day1
Practice Carving
Get a hang of how the carving is done with a practice glass.
Day: Day1
Carving
You will begin etching from the bottom. Carefully carve out your design according to your preferred thickness.
Day: Day1
Sketching the Sides
Continue drawing on the side of the glass and repeat the process of carving.
Day: Day1
Complete!
You finished making your very own traditional Edo-style Kiriko glass cup of your own.
Day: Day1
10:00:00 Check-out

Day: Day1

Check In/Pickup Location Details

  • The Sokichi workshop is across the street from Exit 4 of Asakusa Station (Ginza Metro Line), right next to the gonpachi (権八）building.

Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

Pricing Details

Prices Starts From:01-10-2019   Ends On:01-01-2038    Available On:    Sunday, Saturday
Adult (Age 19 & Up) $50
Youth (Age 10-18) $43

Min/Max Quantity To Book

  • Maximum 18 tickets can be booked

Inclusion

  • Lesson/ Transparent glass
  • English-speaking assistant
  • Japanese-speaking instructor

Start Timings

16:45

Duration

  • 1 (hrs) (Approx.)

Schedules

16:45:00 Meet at sokichi

Day: Day1
Begin Glass Cutting Experience
The first floor is the gallery and you will be working in the second floor.
Day: Day1
Glass Selection
Pick from 10 types of glasses.
Day: Day1
Watch the Instructor
The instructor will show a sample on how it is done. You will receive step by step instructions, so beginners will be comfortable during the process.
Day: Day1
Sketching the Bottom
You will draw an outline of the design you would like on the bottom of the glass first.
Day: Day1
Practice Carving
Get a hang of how the carving is done with a practice glass.
Day: Day1
Carving
You will begin etching from the bottom. Carefully carve out your design according to your preferred thickness.
Day: Day1
Sketching the Sides
Continue drawing on the side of the glass and repeat the process of carving.
Day: Day1
Complete!
You finished making your very own traditional Edo-style Kiriko glass cup of your own.
Day: Day1
18:15:00 Check-out

Day: Day1

Check In/Pickup Location Details

  • The Sokichi workshop is across the street from Exit 4 of Asakusa Station (Ginza Metro Line), right next to the gonpachi (権八）building.

Activity Detail

Additional Notes

  • We will put your work in a box, and hand it to you on the day.
  • You can choose your favorite glass from a variety of types.
  • Please tell us in advance if you plan to bring people who will not be participating in the glass cutting with you. As this workshop requires concentration, we may not be able to accommodate them.
  • This tour will be held only in Japanese with English assistance.
  • Please note that the maximum capacity for one room is 18 people. Up to 36 people in one group can be accommodated.
  • In case of bringing guests who will only be observing the activity, please contact the tour operator in advance. Please note that you may not be able to bring observers depending on capacity.

Dressing & Items to Bring

  • We recommend that you bring glasses if you are farsighted or nearsighted. Guests with long hair should also bring something to tie back their hair with.

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