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Drift ice glass sandblasting experience Seal type rock glass ~ Ryu-hyo Glass Museum ~

  • Shijo area

Choose an illustration that represents Hokkaido and make your own eco-friendly glass

This glass workshop is run by a husband and wife team whose life's work is sustainable efforts to prevent the disappearance of drift ice in the Okhotsk Sea. Participants can experience sandblasting and painting rock glasses made from recycled glass material "Ecopirika," made from discarded fluorescent lamps, with illustrated stickers. There are approximately 60 sticker designs, including Nipopo (wooden carving dolls), snowflakes, Clione, the shape of Hokkaido, and even numbers. Nipopo is also the inspiration for Abashiri's local mascot, Nipone. By combining various designs, participants can create their own uniquely Hokkaido-inspired glass. Since no heat is used, even young children can try this workshop. The sandblasting process, which involves spraying an abrasive, is relatively simple, so even beginners can master glass crafting. Creations can be received the same day.

Points

Recommended points from the person in charge

After the experience, you can enjoy the view of the Abashiri River estuary and the majestic Sea of Okhotsk at the Scenic Cafe Hatoiwa, located at the back of the shop on the Sea of Okhotsk side. The "Drift Ice Soda," inspired by the Sea of Okhotsk, is especially popular.

Basic information

  • Genre

    OK for one person, suitable for families

  • Address

    Abashiri-shi Minami 4-jo Higashi 6-chome 2-1

  • Period

    all year

  • Implementation time

    10:00-11:30 / 13:00-16:00 (Please contact us directly for detailed schedules. We also post updates on our blog and social media.)

  • Reservation/reception

    Reservations can be made by phone or in person. Reservations can also be made through the reservation form on Ryu-hyo Glass Museum website up to 5 days prior to the desired experience date.

  • Price

    Rocks glass from ¥2,750 / Tall glass from ¥3,300 / Plate from ¥4,400 / Paperweight from ¥1,650 / Wind chime ¥3,300

  • Required time

    Approximately 30 minutes

  • Access

    Approximately 2 minutes on foot from the roadside station "Abashiri Drift Ice Highway"

  • Parking

    Available (approximately 20 cars)

  • Payment Method

    We accept various credit cards and electronic money. *Scenic Cafe Hatoiwa only accepts cash payments.

  • Facility

    Free Wi-Fi available

  • Inquiry

    0152-43-3480

  • Related Sites

    https://www.ryuhyo-glass.com/

  • Related Sites

    https://www.instagram.com/ryuhyoglass_noboru.gunji/

  • Related Sites

    https://www.facebook.com/ryuhyoglassmuseum

  • Number of people

    1 to 6 people (maximum 6 people per table)

  • Place

    Ryu-hyo Glass Museum

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