Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience recommended workshops & reservation popular plan ranking
On this page Okinawa ( Remote Islands (including Ryukyu glass making experience ” Special feature!
Close to the airport and easy to access Naha ・Including the area around Kokusai Street, Onna Village or Chatan etc. Thorough introduction of recommended workshops/shops and reservation popularity rankings To do.
In addition, price market, target age group, history and charm, etc. Useful information for booking a Ryukyu glass making experience Let's check them all out.
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A place where you can experience Ryukyu glass making
- 1.1 Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience popular area ranking
- 1.2 Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience popular plan ranking
- 1.3 [Recommended in Naha] Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience
- 1.4 [Recommended in Ishigaki Island] Okinawa Ryukyu Glass Making Experience
- 1.5 [Recommended in Onna Village] Okinawa Ryukyu Glass Making Experience
- 2 Types of Ryukyu glass making experience
- 3 Ryukyu glass making experience fees/prices
- 4 At what age do you have to try making Ryukyu glass?
- 5 Ryukyu glass making experience popularity ranking
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List of recommended workshops and shops for Ryukyu glass making experience
- 6.1 Ryukyu glass experience holding shop / workshop on the main island of Okinawa
- 6.2 Handmade Ryukyu Glass Studio Okinawa Craft Village
- 6.3 Rainbow glass hall
- 6.4 ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusaidori store
- 6.5 Kokusai Street Experience Workshop TRIP CRAFT NAHA
- 6.6 Shisa and -Motobu Town Market-
- 6.7 [Maimai Shisa] Cute Shisa coloring & Shisa making experience specialty store
- 6.8 Ryukyu glass experience holding shop / workshop on remote islands of Okinawa
- 6.9 Ishigaki Island Glass Museum
- 7 What is Ryukyu glass?
- 8 How to make Ryukyu glass
- 9 Frequently Asked Questions about Okinawa Ryukyu Glass
- 10 Editorial department recommended feature article
A place where you can experience Ryukyu glass making
" in Okinawa Ryukyu glass experience Where can I do it? "or" Where is the most popular Ryukyu glass experience in Okinawa? I think there are many people who are researching information such as ``.
First of all, based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data, Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience popular area ranking ”.
If you have decided where you want to go, Click on the area name to check recommended plans for Ryukyu glass experiences in the surrounding area Let's try.
Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience popular area ranking
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Naha |
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Ishigaki Island |
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Onna Village |
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Motobu Town (including Sesoko Island and Minna Island), Ie Island |
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Yomitan Village (Cape Zanpa), Kadena City, Chatan Town |
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Nago |
Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience popular plan ranking
- 4.3
- (19 reviews and experiences)
You can make only one Ryukyu glass in the world, which is made by the old-fashioned air-blown manufacturing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is a waste Ryukyu glass made by reusing awamori bottles. You can make glasses made by the same method as Ryukyu glass that was made in old Okinawa. However, it wasn't just a breathtaking glass experience, but a variety of processes for myself.
[Okinawa, Naha] Make your own original keychain on Kokusai Street ♪
Create a little Okinawa in your keychain! You can make your own original keychain using Ryukyu glass cullets, shells, and Shisa! You can make a little ocean with cullets and shells, or paint a Shisa in your favorite color and use it as a talisman. Why not make a shape of your memories of Okinawa?
At ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Street, you can experience sandblasting glasswork and making Ryukyu glass nameplates. You can make glasswork that reminds you of the ocean of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip.
[Recommended in Naha] Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience
next, Naha ・ Ishigaki Island ・ Onna Village Top 3 recommended Ryukyu glass making experiences in popular areas I'd like to introduce_______
In Naha City, Made with Ryukyu glass Plans for making lampshades and nameplates is recommended is!
At the ``ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Dori Store'' on Kokusai Dori, you can try your hand at sandblasting glass work, making Ryukyu glass nameplates, and making Ryukyu glass photo frames and lamps. You can create a glass piece that will remind you of the sea of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip.
At "ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Ichiba-dori" on Kokusai-dori, you can experience glass works by sandblasting and making nameplates of Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa.
[Recommended in Ishigaki Island] Okinawa Ryukyu Glass Making Experience
Ishigaki Island So, let's use Ryukyu glass. Plan to enjoy glassblowing experience or Original key holder creation is recommended.
You can make only one Ryukyu glass in the world, which is made by the old-fashioned air-blown manufacturing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is a waste Ryukyu glass made by reusing awamori bottles. You can make glasses made by the same method as Ryukyu glass that was made in old Okinawa. However, it wasn't just a breathtaking glass experience, but a variety of processes for myself.
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa! One original work in the world! You can make your own design using Ryukyu glass pieces. You can do it in a short time, so feel free to come between trips.
[Recommended in Onna Village] Okinawa Ryukyu Glass Making Experience
Onna Village So, Experience time: 15 minutes and Easy to enjoy Ryukyu glass blowing experience is recommended is.
Be sure to try it out during your sightseeing trip!
Recommended after marine activities! You can experience blown glass in a full-scale workshop! Great for souvenirs!
Types of Ryukyu glass making experience
Okinawa " is extremely popular as a cultural experience leisure that can be enjoyed during travel. Ryukyu glass making experience ”.
From the most representative glasses and cups to accessories and interior goods. A plan is being held where you can create various original works. It has been.
From here on, the keyword is “What to make with Ryukyu glass?” Introducing recommended Ryukyu glass making experience plans for each type I will continue to do so.
Making glasses and cups with Ryukyu glass
- 4.3
- (19 reviews and experiences)
You can make only one Ryukyu glass in the world, which is made by the old-fashioned air-blown manufacturing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is a waste Ryukyu glass made by reusing awamori bottles. You can make glasses made by the same method as Ryukyu glass that was made in old Okinawa. However, it wasn't just a breathtaking glass experience, but a variety of processes for myself.
- 4.2
- (5 reviews / experiences)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa!
Making accessories with Ryukyu glass
- 4.5
- (1 review / experience)
You can easily make one original accessory in the world by easily selecting and assembling parts. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
You can easily make one original key chain in the world by easily selecting and assembling parts. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
Making interior goods with Ryukyu glass
At the Original Glass One Kokusai Street store, you can try your hand at making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can create a glass piece that will remind you of the sea of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip!
- 4.5
- (2 reviews / experiences)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa!
Ryukyu glass making experience fees/prices
" How much does it cost to experience making Ryukyu glass in Okinawa? There are many people who would like to know about the price of the trial plan.
Currently at Activity Japan The lowest price is 1,650 yen (tax included) Reservations can be made from Okinawa Ryukyu Glass Making Experience Plan We introduce you to the following.
trial fee The average price is approximately 2,000 yen (tax included) to 4,000 yen (tax included) per participant. degree.
Differences in the types of Ryukyu glass works produced and the materials used Prices are set for each workshop and shop by.
Ryukyu glass making experience ranking in order of cheapest price
- 5.0
- (1 review / experience)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa! You can take it home on the day!
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa! You can take it home on the day!
![[Maimai Shisa] Cute Shisa coloring & Shisa making experience specialty store](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/34170/10000003417001_UiSKdcEr_2.JPG)
By selecting and assembling parts, you can make one original accessory in the world. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
At what age do you have to try making Ryukyu glass?
will be held in Okinawa Ryukyu glass making experience teeth, Fun for people of all ages, from small children to the elderly That's what makes it so appealing.
Currently at Activity Japan From 3 year old children to 100 year olds We are introducing a Ryukyu glass making experience plan for .
Experience programs for families with children, couples, school trips, company trips, etc. You can enjoy it in various scenes.
Ryukyu glass making experience plan recommended for children
- 4.5
- (1 review / experience)
You can easily make one original accessory in the world by easily selecting and assembling parts. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
You can easily make one original key chain in the world by easily selecting and assembling parts. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
Ryukyu glass making experience popularity ranking
The following is based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data. Ryukyu glass making experience popularity ranking I will introduce.
Please refer to the content of the experience and fees (price), as well as reputation based on reviews and testimonials, to help you compare and choose a plan.
- 4.3
- (19 reviews and experiences)
You can make only one Ryukyu glass in the world, which is made by the old-fashioned air-blown manufacturing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is a waste Ryukyu glass made by reusing awamori bottles. You can make glasses made by the same method as Ryukyu glass that was made in old Okinawa. However, it wasn't just a breathtaking glass experience, but a variety of processes for myself.
[Okinawa, Naha] Make your own original keychain on Kokusai Street ♪
Create a little Okinawa in your keychain! You can make your own original keychain using Ryukyu glass cullets, shells, and Shisa! You can make a little ocean with cullets and shells, or paint a Shisa in your favorite color and use it as a talisman. Why not make a shape of your memories of Okinawa?
At ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Street, you can experience sandblasting glasswork and making Ryukyu glass nameplates. You can make glasswork that reminds you of the ocean of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip.
- 4.2
- (5 reviews / experiences)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa!
- 4.5
- (3 reviews / experiences)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa!
[Okinawa, Ishigaki] Assemble with coral and Ryukyu glass ♪ Make a Shisa ♪
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa! You can take it home on the day!
By selecting and assembling parts, you can make one original accessory in the world. Gradation pottery like the sea of Okinawa and collaboration parts of Chimun and Ryukyu glass are popular experiences.
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that are perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa! You can take it home on the day!
★LeaLea Bus Departs Naha in the morning for a half-day tour of the southern part of Okinawa's main island★ This is a bus tour that takes you to scenic spots such as the World Heritage Site Sefa Utaki and Nirai Kanai Bridge, as well as the Ryukyu Glass Village. ~Schedule~LeaLea Lounge Okinawa Departure: 08:00 → Nirai Kanai Bridge (from the bus window) → Guide will show you the World Heritage Site Sefa Utaki (note). After that, Chinen
- 5.0
- (1 review / experience)
At the ``ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Dori Store'' on Kokusai Dori, you can try your hand at sandblasting glass work, making Ryukyu glass nameplates, and making Ryukyu glass photo frames and lamps. You can create a glass piece that will remind you of the sea of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip.
List of recommended workshops and shops for Ryukyu glass making experience
Below is a list of activities currently accepting online reservations at Activity Japan. Ryukyu glass making experience List of recommended workshops and shops I will introduce.
You can check basic information such as location (address), business hours, and regular holidays, as well as a list of handling experience plans from the shop link below.
Ryukyu glass experience holding shop / workshop on the main island of Okinawa
- 4.6
- (4 reviews)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Onna Village
- Okinawa culture experience, Okinawan cuisine, Sanshin
- Glasswork / glass studio
- Ryukyu glass / Yachimun experience
It has a large workshop and shop, and is one of the longest-established Ryukyu glass workshops in Okinawa Prefecture. We have also produced multiple "traditional craftsmen".
- 3.0
- (1 review)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Yomitan Village (Cape Zanpa), Kadena City, Chatan Town
- Glasswork / glass studio
- sand blast
- Handmade photo frame / photo frame
At the Rainbow Glass Museum, you can enjoy a crafting experience using Ryukyu glass cullet, coral, and seashells.
- 5.0
- (1 review)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Naha city
- Glasswork / glass studio
- sand blast
- Interior / miscellaneous goods making class
- 4.9
- (25 reviews)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Naha city
- Making shisa
- Handmade photo frame / photo frame
- Interior / miscellaneous goods making class
Experience workshop on Kokusai Street!! We offer a wide variety of experience plans! TRIP CRAFT NAHA is an experience workshop located on Kokusai Street in Okinawa. This is picture art where your photograph is made into a translucent, sparkling, see-through piece that resembles stained glass. There is a plan where you can enjoy painting your own original shisa made by a craftsman, and an experience where you can make a shisa of your choice from clay. We offer a variety of experience plans, including salt-making, where you can enjoy making wishes while doing so.
- 4.8
- (2 reviews)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Motobu Town (including Sesoko Island and Minna Island), Ie Island
- Ceramic art experience / ceramic art class
- Making shisa
- Handmade accessories / accessories making
At our store, we have been operating for three years by asking customers to wear masks, but from February 8, 2023, we will return to normal business without requiring masks to be worn. We have decided that only those who are concerned or have a cough will be required to wear one, and our staff will do the same. In addition, we will continue to have reception desks and disinfectant available for the time being, so please use them when entering and leaving the store. All the staff are looking forward to the market unique to Okinawa. Please be careful when you come to the store! If you have any questions, please call us.
- 4.9
- (425 reviews)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (main island)
- Motobu Town (including Sesoko Island and Minna Island), Ie Island
- others
- Traditional culture experience
- Okinawa culture experience, Okinawan cuisine, Sanshin
![[Maimai Shisa] Cute Shisa coloring & Shisa making experience specialty store](https://img.activityjapan.com/01/2242/01000000224201_MDcy4yAN_sq2.png?version=1714140824)
■■■Notice■■■ At our store, we have been operating for three years by asking customers to wear masks, but from February 8, 2023, we will return to normal business without requiring masks to be worn. We have decided that only those who are concerned or have a cough will be required to wear one, and our staff will do the same. In addition, we will continue to have reception desks and disinfectant available for the time being, so please use them when entering and leaving the store. For the experience of making a shisa dog from clay, we will continue to provide production support where we will support you with points, rather than having you attend and give lectures from start to finish. Please note this if you are making a reservation for the experience of making a shisa dog from clay. [Let's bring back moving memories and souvenirs of Okinawa] ■■ 1 minute drive to Churaumi Aquarium All seats have ocean view ■■ ★ All seats are full of smiles, and there is a bright interior with ocean views, staff, and a tatami room! Can't be missed Okinawa experience & scenery of Okinawa [Highly rated popular store] No. 1 in the number of reviews among stores specializing in Shisa making & Shisa coloring experience ★ No. 1 in Jalan, Google, Aso View, Activity Japan! (As of September 2009)
Ryukyu glass experience holding shop / workshop on remote islands of Okinawa
- 4.4
- (32 reviews)
- Okinawa
- Okinawa (remote island)
- Ishigaki Island
- Glasswork / glass studio
- sand blast
- Handmade photo frame / photo frame
What is Ryukyu glass?
History of Ryukyu glass
The origin of Ryukyu glass dates back to 1945, just after the end of World War II.
Glassware began when materials and resources were in short supply, and glass products were made by melting down and reusing empty cola and beer bottles that had been discarded as garbage from the U.S. military base in Okinawa.
When it first started, it was mainly made for souvenirs and daily necessities for military personnel stationed in the United States and related parties, so many of the types and designs, such as salad bowls and wine glasses, were Western-style.
Today, the charm of Ryukyu glass, such as its colorful colors and unique texture, has been conveyed to many people, and it is loved by many people, both domestic and foreign, as a standard souvenir from Okinawa.
Despite this history, it was only recently in 1998 that it was recognized as a "traditional craft of Okinawa."
Features and charm of Ryukyu glass
The biggest characteristics of Ryukyu glass are the "bubbles" that are created when air is mixed in during the recycling and manufacturing process, and the small "cracks" called ice cracks that are created when the glass is cooled.
By leaving the "bubbles" and "cracks" that are treated as defects in many glass products as part of the design, a unique texture unique to Ryukyu glass is created.
Another feature is that different colors appear depending on the materials used for recycling, such as beer, cola, and soda bottles.
Various colors such as red, blue, green, and purple remain on the transparent glass, and it is transformed into beautiful glass products such as glasses (cups) and plates.
In addition, there are now more cases in which colorants are used to produce more colors, and the range of designs and colors has continued to increase since its inception.
How to make Ryukyu glass
The process of making Ryukyu glass products is often divided into six main sections, from ``material selection'' to ``molding'' to ``inspection'' before shipping.
here, Ryukyu glass making experience As a basic knowledge that you should know before making a reservation, we will briefly review the six steps of the work process.
1. Material selection / preparation
First of all, select the glass to be the material. In recent years, it has become possible to express various colors by blending silica sand, lime, soda ash, etc., as well as the method of using recycled glass such as empty beverage bottles.
2. Melting (melting) glass
Next is the melting work of the glass that is the material. The selected and blended colored glass is placed in a special container called a "crucible" and melted in a melting furnace heated to a high temperature of approximately 1300 degrees Celsius until it becomes muddy.
3. Molding
The glass melted in the melting furnace is gathered into a ball shape while it is soft, and it is molded while inflating by blowing in from the mouth by a method called "whistle blowing method" or "mold blowing method" using a blowing rod (cylinder). increase.
4. Cool the glass
The glass molded into a work such as a glass (cup) by the "molding" process is placed in a slow-cooling kiln (low-heat kiln) and slowly cooled.
5. Wash with water
Carefully wash the glass work cooled by the slow-cooling kiln (low-grade kiln) with water so as not to break it or scratch it.
6. Inspection
After going through the "washing" process and making a final check for scratches and cracks, a single Ryukyu glass work in a world with different facial expressions will be completed.
In addition, in the Ryukyu glass one-day experience class that beginners can participate in, there are plans where you can try ``molding'' or ``painting and coloring'' already completed glass works.
Experienced craftsmen and staff will take care of processes that require specialized techniques and time, such as melting, so even first-timers can enjoy the process with confidence.
*The content of this article is current as of May 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions about Okinawa Ryukyu Glass
Q What is the recommended area to experience Ryukyu glass in Okinawa?
A What you definitely want to experience when traveling to Okinawa is the traditional "Okinawa Ryukyu glass" and "glass work". Ryukyu glass is a craft that has been handed down from ancient times in the Okinawa region, which is characterized by its unique color. Perfect for souvenirs and gifts. On the main island of Okinawa, you can experience Ryukyu glass crafts around Kokusai-dori in Naha, Motobu Town where the Churaumi Aquarium is located, Onna Village and Nago, and on remote islands such as Ishigaki Island.
Q Can children participate in the Ryukyu glass experience?
A You can participate. This Okinawa Ryukyu glass experience is recommended for women's groups and couples, but it is also popular with parents and children and families. Children can participate with peace of mind by making photo frames, necklaces, and hair elastics using pieces of glass. It is an activity that you can experience even if it rains, so it is a good idea to check in advance about the workshops that can be reserved on the day.
Q What kind of Okinawa / Ryukyu glass experience?
A Ryukyu glass experiences range from relatively simple things such as making lampshades and accessories made from shells and pieces of Ryukyu glass to difficult things such as making glass by blown glass and sandblasting. Popular items include making accessories that even children can enjoy. For couples and girls traveling groups, we recommend the full-scale blown glass experience.
Q How long is the Ryukyu glass experience?
A The time required varies depending on the content of the experience and the difficulty level, but most of the time is around 1 to 2 hours. If it is a relatively simple process experience that even children can enjoy, such as making accessories, it may take about 30 minutes. You can also experience the free time until the next activity or between transportation means such as airplanes and ferries.
