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Updated: November 1, 2024

The 35th Niijima International Glass Art Festival 第35回　新島国際ガラスアートフェスティバル

Niijima Glass Art Center, Mamashita Beach Street, Niijimamura, Tokyo / Niijima 21 Create Center, 123 Aza Setoyama, Niijimamura, Tokyo

2024-10-21 - 2024-10-27

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Izu & Ogasawara Islands

Niijima Island

Note: The 2024 installment of this event has already taken place.

The Niijima International Glass Art Festival is famous as an opportunity for international exchange and skill development in the field of glass-working, with renowned artists from all over the world taking part each year as instructors.
The instructors for the 35th workshop will be master Venetian-style glassblowers Dante Marioni (United States) and Ben Edols (Australia), along with artist Matt Eskuche who creates unique glass art objects using advanced flame-working techniques.
The final day will feature public demonstrations by these guest instructors and a glass auction open for anyone to join. Visitors can observe how these artists create their incredible array of glass art and even purchase artworks in auction. Information about the ongoing workshops will also be shared publicly online each day.


Blowing Instructor's Work Dante Marioni


Ben Edols


Flame-working Instructor's Work MatthewEskuche

How to Get There

  • New Central Airservice
    Approximately 40 minutes from Chofu Airport to Niijima Airport

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Opening Hours
  • Event period: 9:00-16:30
    Varies by event.
    Activity schedules are subject to change, so please contact the event organizers for more information.
  • Tuesdays、Irregular
    Note: Open daily throughout the event..
Price

Spectators: Free
Facility Info
  • Restrooms | WiFi |
  • English |

Please check the official event website for the latest updates on opening dates and times, prices, and other information.