Craft Workshop, Otaru/ Shakotan tours & activities, fun things to do in Otaru/ Shakotan

Craft Workshop

Bring out the artist in you on your next Hokkaido visit with VELTRA’s specially-curated crafting workshops. Let your creative juices flow as you partake in different activities including candle-making, glassblowing, and pottery-making, among others. The expert artisans will guide you every step of the way until you bring your designs to life.

Candle Making

The aromatic candle is quickly becoming a popular household item these days and makes for a great souvenir. Give your loved ones back home a scented candle you’ve created yourself after your Hokkaido stay. Our Otaru candle-making classes are being taught by hands-on instructors and fun for all ages.
Glass Art

Choose from our different glass art activities in Hokkaido and learn the basics of glass fusing, the method of joining pieces of glass together at high temperature, from an expert. Try your hand at creating stained glasses, candle holders, glass beads, pressed flowers, photo frames, and music boxes that can serve as mementos of your Hokkaido visit.

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Glass Making and Engraving Craft Experience in Otaru

Make a remembrance of your Otaru trip by creating yourself an original souvenir piece. Try your hands at sandblasting, fusing, or routing and engrave your glass in your desired design. Perfect for all ages, children can also enjoy this fun activity.

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From USD10.24

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Cube Candle Workshop for Groups in Otaru

Combine cute cubes and a simple cup to design and create an original candle. This quick activity fits perfectly into a small break and makes for a great souvenir.

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USD10.24

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Pillar Style Aroma Candle Craft Lesson in Otaru
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Create a popular pillar candle with your favorite colors as a souvenir of Otaru. These pretty scented candles will be a lovely accent for your home or gift. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

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USD25.60

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Glass Jar Aroma Candle Workshop in Otaru
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Create a personal aroma candle with cute decorations and your choice of scents either as a treat for yourself or a perfect present for someone else.

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USD18.43

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Gel Candle Making Experience in Otaru

Make an original gel candle using cute glass figurines, with a choice of over 100. A great break from sightseeing for kids, and a fun souvenir for guests of all ages!

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USD16.38

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Cute Glass Animal Bead Making Experience in Otaru
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Make adorable animal-shaped glass beads as a charming souvenir of Otaru. Learn the basics of glass fusing in this fun activity for visitors of all ages!

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Make Your Own Candle and Stained Glass Candle Holder in Otaru
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Design and create a unique candle and holder, from pouring the wax for the candle, to adding the stained glass onto the base for a one of a kind display.

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USD20.86

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Make Your Own Gel Candle and Glass Art in Otaru

Design and prepare a unique candle starting from colorful sand. Use cute glass pieces to make unique 3D art inside the gel of your own candle.

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USD17.73

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Make Your Own Sandblasted Etched Glass Art in Otaru

Design, lay out, and etch your own frosted glass art piece to create a memorable and entirely unique souvenir of your visit to beautiful Otaru.

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From USD16.69

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Make Your Own Glass and Wood Music Box in Otaru

Make a revolving music box with wood and round glass. No sharp knives or flames are used, so even children can make their own special souvenir!

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USD26.07

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Pressed Flower and Glass Music Box Workshop in Otaru

Arrange lovely pressed flowers as you like to create a unique hanging ornament or music box as a personal souvenir. A flower pressing kit is also included!

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USD20.86

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Stained Glass Photo Frame or Mirror Making Experience in Otaru
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Create a unique personalized stained glass mirror or photo frame. Using a special color film, children as young as 6 can make their own art!

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USD18.77

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