I went to the Hakone Glass Forest Museum.

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Hakone Glass Forest Museum: The brilliance of Venice in Hakone
Located in the lush greenery of Sengokuhara, Hakone, Hakone Glass Forest Museum is one of Japan's leading museums specializing in Venetian glass. The vast garden overlooking Owakudani and the masterpieces of Venetian glass from the Middle Ages to the present are in harmony, captivating visitors.

Why is Hakone Glass Forest Museum so special?

* A treasure trove of Venetian glass: It boasts a collection of Venetian glass that is unparalleled anywhere in the world. The delicate and beautiful glass works are like works of art themselves.

* Integration with the garden: The gardens surrounding the museum are filled with flowers that bloom in every season, reminiscent of the streets of Venice.

* Experience studio: At the glass craft experience studio, you can create your own original work under the guidance of a professional.

* Cafe & Restaurant: There is a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and light meals, as well as a cafe where you can spend an elegant time while looking out at the beautiful garden.
* Events: Glass art exhibitions and workshops are held regularly. You can learn more about the world of glass.
What you can see in the museum
* Perfume bottle collection: The collection of perfume bottles made from the 18th to 20th centuries is impressive. Each perfume bottle is a condensed version of the society and culture of the time.
* Glass works in the shape of animals: The glass works that realistically depict the ecology of animals are astonishingly detailed.
* Contemporary glass works: Many innovative works by contemporary glass artists are also on display. You are sure to find works that expand the possibilities of glass.

Post by naonaotha | Sep 4, 2024