Yamada Glass Works
Edo Kiriko, Unchanging Commitment, Evolving Technique
Eitaro Yamada established Yamada Glass, after training under British glass-cutting engineer Emanuel Hauptmann.
Eitaro created the “Hana Kiriko” technique, inspired by the gravure technique, in which glass is pressed against a rotating disk for polishing.
Inheriting the spirit of this style of glass forming, he has continued to develop the techniques of Edo Kiriko and Hana Kiriko over a long period of time. Constant evolution and innovations has allowed for various unique creations.
In recent years, we have also been focusing on developing “art-pieces” with enhanced emphasis on intricate fine details and actively participating in exhibitions both in Japan and overseas. Beautifully and delicately designed glass works have been proven to be extremely popular both in Japan and abroad as art and are also used in corporate commercials and various media.
【Business content】
- Production, wholesale, and sales of traditional craft Edo Kiriko
- Corporate OEM, original project production
- Event announcement
【Profile】
- Teruo Yamada
- Masaaki Yamada
- Rune Yamada
【Store lists】
- Retail stores: Shinjuku Isetan, Ginza Mitsukoshi, Hakata Hankyu, etc.
- Online Stores: Nihon Kogeido, Garando, Edo Monostyle, etc.
“Edo Kiriko”, which began in the Edo period and has continued to fascinate the world
Kiriko is essentially a cut glass. It is said that in Tenpo 5 (1834), Kagaya Kyubei, a Vidroya in Tenma-cho, Edo, carved a pattern on the surface of the glass with emery powder. In the early Meiji period, Japan’s first Western-style glass factory was built, and the entire country actively promoted the development of the glass industry and the training of craftsmen.
Under such circumstances, in 1881 (Meiji 14), Emanuel Hauptmann, a cutting engineer, was invited from England. He taught cutting techniques and gave the foundations which have constantly evolved and developed to our modern day Edo Kiriko. From the Taisho period to the early Showa period, polishing techniques for crystal glass were developed, and “Edo Kiriko” grew into a representative glass craft of Japan.
In 1985, it was designated as a traditional craft industry in Tokyo, and in 2002, it was also designated as a national traditional craft. Today, modern designs have also appeared in collaboration with young designers and continue to fascinate the world with their beautiful brilliance.
Yamada Glass Works produces many products focused on Edo Kiriko and Hana Kiriko. Below are some of the products we have produced in the past, which can be purchased through our online shop.
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Workshop location
Showroom (reservation required)
Address: 1-4-14 Tachibana, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
03-3612-6875