[SDGs workshop] Satsuma Kiriko Pendant Experience - from waste glass materials

Satsuma Kiriko is one of Japan’s most celebrated traditional glass crafts, known for its deep, vivid colors and delicate hand-cut patterns. While usually crafted into luxury glassware, this hands-on workshop offers a sustainable twist. You will breathe new life into waste glass fragments—materials left over from standard production—and recreate them into your own one-of-a-kind pendant. Under the guidance of professional artisans, you will use a specialized diamond wheel to carefully cut geometric facets into the colored glass. As you grind away the outer layer, the clear glass underneath emerges, creating the beautiful color gradation (bokashi) that defines Satsuma Kiriko. This DIY workshop is not only a creative experience but also a meaningful SDGs activity that supports sustainable craftsmanship.

Meeting point

SATSUMA KIRIKO GLASS STUDIO DESHIMARU

Pickup

Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.

Ticket type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Group size

Up to 5 travellers

Operated by

H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This activity is guided in Japanese only.
• At the time of reservation, please inform us whether or not you can speak Japanese and the mobile phone number available in Japan.
• Please come to the workshop at least 10 minutes before your reservation time.