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Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

4.70· 167 reviews

What to expect

Learn how to make elegant cut glass in the traditional Edo Kiriko style when visiting Tokyo. Create your own unique designs, and take home a little bit of Japanese culture!

What's included

Lesson/ Transparent glass
Japanese-speaking instructor
English-speaking assistant

About this experience

Starting at: 08:30, 10:15, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00

Schedule

Meet at sokichi
Begin Glass Cutting Experience
The first floor is the gallery and you will be working in the second floor.
Glass Selection
Pick from 10 types of glasses.
Watch the Instructor
The instructor will show a sample on how it is done. You will receive step by step instructions, so beginners will be comfortable during the process.
Sketching the Bottom
You will draw an outline of the design you would like on the bottom of the glass first.
Practice Carving
Get a hang of how the carving is done with a practice glass.
Carving
You will begin etching from the bottom. Carefully carve out your design according to your preferred thickness.
Sketching the Sides
Continue drawing on the side of the glass and repeat the process of carving.
Complete!
You finished making your very own traditional Edo-style Kiriko glass cup of your own.
Check-out

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Sokichi
2-1-14, Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo
The Sokichi workshop is across the street from Exit 4 of Asakusa Station (Ginza Metro Line), right next to the gonpachi (権八）building.

Operated by

Sokichi (Code:127048)

Cancellation policy

After 7:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%

Reviews

4.70

167 reviews

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Edo Kiriko Experience

Posted Date: 2026/06/20

Matcha好き

I participated in an Edo Kiriko experience. At first, I was worried about whether I, as a beginner, would be able to actually create Edo Kiriko, but once I started, I found it to be a lot of fun thanks to the careful guidance I received.

I really appreciated the freedom to choose my own glass and select my favorite design. I do think I still need a lot of practice to improve my skills, but it was great to see the works of the master craftsman as well.

I definitely want to participate again!江戸切子体験へ参加しました。初めは素人の私が実際に江戸切子を作成できるのかなと不安でしたが、丁寧に教えてもらってやってみるととても楽しかったです。
グラスを自分で選べる自由さ、自分で好きなデザインを選べると言う点も大変気に入りました。
上手に作るためにはまだまだ練習が必要だとは思いましたが、巧みの技の先生の作品も見せてもらえとても良かったです。
またぜひ参加させていただきたいと思います。

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The best hospitality for foreigners.

Posted Date: 2026/05/04

あやや

I brought along a couple of friends who live overseas. They explained everything in a polite manner in both Japanese and English, so even as beginners, we were able to create something enjoyable and wonderful. I was really happy to see my friends so pleased.海外に住む友人夫婦をお連れしました。丁寧に日本語・英語で説明いただいたので初心者でも楽しく、素敵に作ることができました。友人夫婦にとても喜んでもらえて嬉しかったです。

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Fantabulous time!!!

Posted Date: 2026/04/01

Julie Anne

This was my second time here with my son and my friend from Japan joined for her first time and we all loved it. We had an English speaking instructor who was very helpful and showed us step-by-step what we needed to do to make our design how we wanted it. We practiced on a separate glass and that was so helpful to improve our technique. The instructor gave us additional tips along the way. It's so nice to take home such a unique product from our time spent in Japan.

There is plenty of processing time.

Posted Date: 2026/03/22

a-mi

I had heard that the staff would be kind and helpful based on reviews, but I was worried that with so many people, there might not be enough time to work at the stations. However, in reality, there was one instructor for every six students, and each student had their own workstation. The instruction was thorough and attentive, and there was plenty of time to work. It was more challenging than I expected, but after practicing, I was able to decide on a design that suited my skill level, and I thi… I had heard that the staff would be kind and helpful based on reviews, but I was worried that with so many people, there might not be enough time to work at the stations. However, in reality, there was one instructor for every six students, and each student had their own workstation. The instruction was thorough and attentive, and there was plenty of time to work. It was more challenging than I expected, but after practicing, I was able to decide on a design that suited my skill level, and I think I ended up with something really good. 口コミで親切に教えてもらえるとありましたが、人が多く作業台も人と使うとゆっくり作業する時間ないかも…と心配してました。
実際は先生1人に生徒6人で1人一台ずつ作業台があり、しっかり丁寧に教えてもらえて作業時間もたっぷりありました。
思ったより難しかったですが、練習した後にデザインを決めれたので、実力に見合った柄を選べて良いものが出来たと思います。

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I had a great time!

Posted Date: 2026/03/05

NANA

I participated with a total of five friends, including both American and Japanese friends. It was everyone's first time, but we enjoyed choosing glasses, selecting designs, and the entire experience. Even if we made mistakes, the unique flavors of handmade items created great memories. Everyone was incredibly focused, so time flew by!アメリカ人の友達と日本人の友達、合計5人で参加しました。全員初めてでしたが、グラス選び、デザイン選び、体験まで楽しむことができました。失敗しても手作りならではの味が出て良い思い出。全員ものすごく集中していたので、時間が経つのがあっという間でした！

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It was a captivating 90 minutes.

Posted Date: 2026/03/01

ちゃき

I was able to practice thoroughly and immerse myself with peace of mind.

It was challenging, but I was able to focus and enjoy the experience, so I would like to try a different design next time.練習をしっかりさせてもらえて、安心して没頭出来ました

難しかったですが、集中して楽しく体験出来たので、次は違うデザインで体験したいなと思います

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An experience that makes you forget the passage of time.

Posted Date: 2026/02/19

ギャラハッドギャラハッド

My first experience with Edo Kiriko was challenging but fun. They let you practice, so you don't have to carve directly onto the glass without any preparation, which makes it manageable. I was a bit shocked to find out that colored glasses come with an additional fee; it might have been mentioned somewhere, though.初めての江戸切子体験、難しいですが楽しかったです　練習もさせて下さるし、ぶっつけ本番でグラスに彫るわけではないのでなんとかなります　色付きのグラスは追加料金がかかるというのはちょっとショックでした　どこかに書いてあったのかもしれないけど。

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Thrilled to Bits!!!

Posted Date: 2026/01/28

Alison

We enjoyed every minute of this workshop! The teacher was very informative and gave everyone personal attention, making suggestions and only too happy for us to continue practicing if we weren't confident of going onto our personal glass. At the end, she glamour shot our glasses, showing them off beautifully. We will definitely be back to try a harder design. Highly recommended!

Experience of Two Elementary School Students

Posted Date: 2026/01/18

su-mo

The fourth and first graders experienced it. At first, I was worried about how it would turn out, but the staff taught them patiently without rushing, and they were able to complete their works on their own. The finished products turned out even better than I imagined. Although there were some mistakes, they turned out beautifully, and I was very satisfied.四年生と一年生の子供が体験しました。最初はどうなってしまうかなと心配していましたが、スタッフの方が焦らさずにしっかり教えてくださり、自分たちでちゃんと作品を仕上げることができました。出来上がりも想像以上によく、失敗してしまった箇所もありましたが素敵に出来上がり大満足でした。

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You can have a very good experience!!

Posted Date: 2025/12/23

おから

The instructor was very kind, and although the design was difficult, I was able to complete it with their advice! I'm happy to have made a glass that I'm satisfied with. I will cherish it from now on (^^).教えてくれる方がとても親切で、難しいデザインでしたがアドバイスいただいたりして最後まで作ることができました！
満足な出来のグラスができて嬉しいです。これから愛用していきます(^^)

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