The tonbo-dama glass bead workshop will close once all time slots are filled.
We recommend visiting early or contacting us by phone for availability.
[Tonbo-dama Glass Bead Workshop]
Create your very own one-of-a-kind glass bead!
At our workshop, we believe in letting customers create their pieces with their own hands, without too much intervention from the staff.
The excitement of working with molten glass—and the sense of accomplishment when you complete your bead—is truly special.
Even first-time visitors can enjoy the experience with confidence, as our staff will provide careful support throughout the process.
Choose a pattern
The number of stars indicates the difficulty level.
The marble pattern is the easiest, while the heart pattern is the most challenging.
Even if your design turns out a little uneven, that also becomes part of the memory—so feel free to choose the pattern you like.
We also offer seasonal limited patterns in addition to the ones shown here.
Select your desired color
Choose your color combination.
With the many options available, you can create a glass bead that is truly one of a kind.
Create
Our staff will assist you carefully throughout the process.
Let’s do our best and enjoy creating your bead!
The crafting time is approximately 15 minutes.
40 minutes of cooling time
Choose accessory parts
Your finished tonbo-dama can be made into a strap, a necklace, or any accessory you like by choosing from our available parts (additional fees apply).
We offer over 200 types of glass beads and more than 80 kinds of accessory parts.
Complete
Our staff will assemble your accessory using the parts you selected.
It will be ready for you to take home right away.
Taisho Glass Tonbo-dama-kan
Glass Accessories & Bead-Making Experience
As the first shop in Otaru dedicated to tonbo-dama—a traditional form of glass beadwork—
Tonbo-dama-kan offers a nostalgic atmosphere filled with charming accessories,
including pieces created by glass artists from Hokkaido.
Here, you will find a wide variety of unique, original glass beads
that you won’t encounter anywhere else.
Through our glass bead–making experience,
we fully support you in creating your own special memory.
We hope the bead you craft in Otaru becomes
a joyful keepsake from your travels.
