Blow your own creation
in the heat of a 1300°C furnace.
A near one-on-one glassblowing experience with a craftsman of over 45 years, in Seto — Japan's largest source of glassmaking materials. Choose a glass, vase, or wind chime, then decide your own colors and patterns.
Beginners welcome. Experienced glassblowers too.
In this private workshop, you'll create your own original glass piece under the guidance of a professional glass artisan. Learn the craft of glassblowing from a skilled maker and take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake.
Choose from three shapes — a glass, a vase, or a wind chime — and mix your own colors and patterns, so every finished piece is unique.
Glass
An everyday favorite
Vase
A single-flower vase for the home
Wind Chime
Take home the sound of summer
From meetup to finished piece, in about 60 minutes
Meet at Owari-Seto Station
Meet your guide at the ticket gate, then walk about 5 minutes to the studio.
Choose your color, pattern, and shape
Pick a glass, vase, or wind chime, then combine your favorite colors and patterns.
Feel the heat of the furnace
Experience the heat and glow up close as molten glass is drawn from a furnace nearing 1300°C.
Blow and shape it yourself
You'll handle about 70% of the process yourself, with the craftsman supporting you for safety and quality.
Cooling
Your finished piece is cooled slowly and will be ready to collect from the next day onward.
Pickup / Shipping
Choose to pick it up on a return visit the next day, or have it shipped domestically or overseas (shipping fee applies).
See the studio in motion
150 Years of Glass in Seto
Glass craftsmanship has flourished in the Seto region since the 1870s. Seto is also Japan's largest source of glassmaking materials.
Enjoy a private glassblowing experience under the guidance of a master craftsman with over 45 years of experience. Photos and video of the process are welcome.
INCLUDED
- Glassblowing experience
- One-on-one support from a glass artisan
- Your finished glass piece, materials, and all tools
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Domestic and international shipping fees
- Any optional charges beyond the base price
GOOD TO KNOW
- Group size: 1–6 people
- Languages: Japanese / English
- Runs rain or shine (indoor facility, unaffected by weather)
Meeting Point & Access
Ticket gate, Owari-Seto Station (Meitetsu Seto Line)
12-1 Yamawaki-cho, Seto, Aichi
- From NagoyaAbout 40 minutes on the Meitetsu Seto Line from Sakae-machi Station (beneath MIRAI TOWER).
- Which trainExpress, semi-express, or local — all stop at Owari-Seto Station.
- At the stationThere is only one ticket gate. Your guide will be waiting just outside it.
- To the studioAbout a 5-minute walk from the station.
Before You Join
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I join with no glassmaking experience?
A. Yes, beginners are very welcome. A craftsman stays with you throughout to ensure both safety and quality.
Q. Can I join with English only?
A. Yes. Staff speak basic English, and translation apps can also be used.
Q. When can I receive my finished piece?
A. Since it needs time to cool, it can't be handed over the same day. You can pick it up on a return visit the next day, or have it shipped domestically or overseas (shipping fee applies).
Q. Does it run on rainy days?
A. Yes — it's an indoor facility, so it runs rain or shine.
Q. Can I take photos or video?
A. Yes, you're welcome to photograph or film the process — capture the memory!
Groups Welcome
We also accommodate groups of 7 or more, and private bookings. Feel free to inquire about dates and group size.
Only finished once it cools.
Bookings are accepted until 12:00 PM, two days before your visit. Cancellations up to two days before are free. Spots are limited to small groups (1–6 people), so we recommend booking early.
| Duration | Approx. 60 min (approx. 20 min per person) |
|---|---|
| Group size | 1–6 people |
| Languages | Japanese / English |
| Booking deadline | By 12:00 PM, 2 days before |
CANCELLATION POLICY
| Up to 2 days before | Free |
|---|---|
| 1 day before | 50% of tour price |
| Day of | 100% of tour price |
Runs rain or shine (indoor facility)
Operator:COME ON Co., Ltd.
Address:3 Nakagiri-cho, Seto, Aichi
TEL:0561-42-6604