Glass Making at Taiga Glass

Snow Country has a proud heritage in the arts and even today is still home to many craftsmen from different disciplines. Taiga Glass is a small artisan operation just outside Minakami handcrafting glass jewellery and trinkets. The designs are unique and the attention to detail is fantastic, as each piece is made with passion and dedication.

There are many pieces on display incorporating a variety of colors and styles which will sure to capture the heart of any fashionista out there.

The other great attraction they offer is the chance to have a go at glass making yourself. It doesn't matter if you have no experience in this niche craft as everything is well explained and it doesn't take long to pick up the basics of what you are supposed to be doing - although turning out finished pieces to the quality of the owner is not guaranteed. You get a real feel for the passion and dedication involved as your make you masterpiece.