The 60th Otaru Shiomatsuri Festival 2026 The lively sound of festival music echoed through the streets of Otaru as the 60th Otaru Shiomatsuri Festival lit up the town this summer. At Taisho Glass, staff at our main store and every branch dressed in their favorite yukata to welcome guests in true festival spirit. Surrounded by the energy only a port town like Otaru can offer, we spent a few unforgettable days soaking in the sights of yukata-clad visitors and the buzz of the fe

At SORA, part of Taisho Glass in Otaru, we are now carrying "in the sea," a series by glass artist Rika Kobayashi of licca glass. "The first time I was drawn into the sea and dived in, what opened up before me was a beautiful other world I had never imagined." The artist's own words describe this series — works that carry the wonder of that moment, and her longing for the ocean, straight into glass. The stillness of being wrapped in water. The sound of your own breathing. The

Creators Market "Sou" now features new accessories by glass artist Soukore (Sayaka Inagaki). Each earring and piercing is carefully handcrafted to highlight the natural transparency and gentle shimmer unique to glass. Soft colors are captured within clear glass, adding a subtle touch of color to your ears. The designs pair easily with everyday outfits, making them simple to incorporate into daily styling. New bracelets have also arrived, featuring an adorable round long-taile

An announcement from Taisho Glass Kanzashi Shop about our summer event. During the campaign period, any customer who spends ¥5,000 or more at the Kanzashi Shop can take part in our "Kanzashi Lottery." Enjoy trying your luck and see what prize awaits you! 【Event Dates】 Round 1: July 18 (Sat) – July 20 (Mon, holiday) Round 2: July 24 (Fri) – July 26 (Sun), scheduled Whether you're visiting for the first time or a returning customer, we hope you'll stop by the Kanzashi Shop duri

Otaru Taisho Glass Museum (main store) now carries the new "-Moonlight-" series, handcrafted by The Glass Studio in Otaru. Inspired by moonlight gently rippling across the night sea, each piece captures the grandeur and quiet stillness of nature within deep cobalt blue glass. A delicate silver-leaf texture on the surface catches the light in ever-changing ways, evoking the soft glow of moonlight reflected on the waves. No two pieces look exactly alike — a charm unique to hand

📰 The "Men of the Sea Series," created by Taisho Glass flagship store staff member Miura, has been featured in the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper! This heartfelt project celebrates the fishermen of Otaru's Shukutsu district by turning each fisherman's unique face into merchandise — born from the wish to "bring the fishermen who support Otaru's industry closer to everyone." The second installment has arrived: Fisherman Magnets! Photo-printed magnets featuring 40 individual fisher

Summer has arrived in Otaru. At Tombo-dama-kan, the lampwork bead workshop inside Taisho Glass Museum, the second installment of our summer limited experience has launched — introducing the "Marine Ball" (Marin-dama), starting June 17th. This season's theme is the ocean. Choose from three charming sea creatures to capture inside your glass bead: a dolphin (blue or pink), a penguin — the ever-popular star of aquariums — and the famous locally-sourced Otaru scallop, affectionat

Have you heard of the "aburidashi" glassworking technique that flourished during the Taisho era? Hirota Glass has revived "Taisho Roman Glass" — a uniquely Japanese craft glass that had nearly faded into history. The romantic milky-white patterns are not painted on. They emerge from the craftsman's masterful control of temperature during the shaping process. In a fleeting moment when the glass holds just the right heat, the delicate beauty of opal glass blooms and the pattern

Summer, Beer & Wind Chimes. When you crack open a window and a gentle breeze sets the wind chimes softly swaying, summer feels just right. Pour a cold beer into a glass crafted by hand in Otaru, and take your time savoring the warmth of the season. Each beer glass is handmade by artisan glassblowers in Otaru, meaning no two are exactly alike. The thickness, the clarity, the tiny bubbles — each one holds the warmth of the hands that made it. "Which glass should I drink from to

A special summer experience has arrived at Taisho Glass Museum in Otaru, Hokkaido. Starting June 1st, the Lampwork Bead Studio (Tombo-dama-kan) is offering a summer-limited glassblowing experience: "Mizufusen-dama" — water balloon glass beads. Inspired by the colorful water balloons found at Japanese summer festival stalls, these charming glass beads capture the nostalgic spirit of summer in miniature form. Made into a keychain, your finished piece becomes a one-of-a-kind sou

We'd like to introduce "Seiai (Blue Haze)," a popular series from Iwasawa Glass. Named after the soft drift of blue haze, this series is loved for its cool, refreshing color palette and the smooth, silky feel of its frosted surface. Every time you pick it up, it wraps you in a quiet sense of coolness — a perfect companion for the warm season. At Taisho Glass Museum's Utsuwa-ya, we carry not only Otaru glass but also a carefully curated selection of glassware from artisans acr

Nami no Aya (Wave Ripple) A new series by craftsman Hitoshi Ueuura of Otaru Handmade Glass Studio. Capturing the gentle ripples spreading across the water's surface, and the layered expressions of waves, this series uses the unique transparency and softness of glass to bring those fleeting moments to life. Each piece, rich in deep blue tones, shifts in expression with every change of light — as if holding the very movement of the ocean in the palm of your hand. No two pieces

Glass accessories that let you feel a little ocean, every time you wear them. The POPUP by glass accessories artist 'aicolo,' a gift for ocean lovers, has started at Creators Market Hajime. Each piece, as if capturing the deep blue and the shimmer of waves, has its own unique expression — like wearing a little ocean. Necklaces, earrings, glass motif pieces, and more — perfect accessories for this season are on display. Please stop by during your Otaru stroll to find your favo

A Scene with the 'Menkoi' Series As you stroll through the streets of Otaru, your eyes are drawn to glass pieces that catch your gaze. Among them, there are glasses with such charming expressions that you can't help but murmur, 'This one, that one — how adorable!' That is the 'Menkoi' Series. The creator of these works is, Otaru Handmade Glass Studio craftsman, Ueuura. In the Hokkaido dialect, 'menkoi' means 'cute.' True to its name, each piece has its own personality and an

Handmade glass “Hana no Utage” features a cherry blossom motif at the bottom of the glass. When a drink is poured in, the sakura pattern gently appears on the surface, creating an elegant and subtle beauty. Each piece is carefully handcrafted by artisans, giving every glass its own unique texture and character. Available at Otaru Taisho Glass Museum Main Store #Otaru #OtaruTravel #OtaruGlass #Sakura #TaishoGlass #小樽 #小樽観光 #小樽硝子 #桜 #大正硝子館

A delicate sparkle of glass in the winter snow. Introducing our Stained Glass Kanzashi. A rare hair ornament crafted from genuine stained glass.Created by glass mahalo ,this is an original design exclusively for Taisho Glass Kanzashi Shop in Otaru. When held to the light,the colors reveal beautiful layers and depth. Perfect for kimono styling,yet elegant enough for everyday wear. Experience the beauty of glassand wear a touch of Otaru’s light. 📍Available atTaisho Glass – Ka

Otaru Snow Light Path and the Efforts of Taisho Glass Stores The gentle glow of winter has returned to Otaru with the start of the Otaru Snow Light Path .To mark this special season, Taisho Glass is lighting handmade candles and snow candles in front of each of its stores throughout the event period. Soft candlelight flickering against the snow-covered streets, seen through glass—each small light carries a heartfelt wish: that visitors will take a moment to slow down and enj

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A new way to enjoy whisky, revealed through glassware. Happy New Year.Thank you very much for your continued support of Taisho Glass this year. Comparing whisky with two different glasses 二つのグラスで飲み比べ At the start of 2026, Shukigura presents a “slightly more refined experience.” The Taste of Whisky Changes with the Glass Many people say, “I like whisky, but I’ve never really paid attention to the differences between glasses.” In fact, the aroma, mouthfeel, and even the lingeri

“The frame comes together. From here, it becomes a real kamakura.” かまくら骨組み組み立て The framework that was delivered in Episode 2 is finally assembled in Episode 3.This is the moment when simple building materials begin to transform into the recognizable shape of a kamakura. Once this stage is complete, the project truly starts to feel real. かまくら骨組み組み立て かまくら骨組み組み立て More Important Than It Looks: Balance The frame of a kamakura is designed with more than just appearance in mind.It