Kurokabe Square

“A 1900 bank reborn in glass — browse art, then blow your own piece.”

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Kurokabe Square
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Kurokabe Square was initially built as a bank in 1900. The building, which fuses Eastern and Western styles, was reopened as Kurokabe Glass Shop in 1989. On the first floor you can buy glass accessories while, on the second floor, you will find glass art from around the world. With a great deal to see and do, you can even experience the process of making and designing your own glass art here.

Photograph provided by Biwako Visitors Bureau

Spot NameKurokabe Square
Postal Code〒526-0059
Address12-38 Motohamacho, Nagahama City, Shiga
Telephone Number0749-65-2330
Official URLhttp://www.kurokabe.co.jp/
KeywordsArt & Architecture, Culture Experience, Shopping

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kurokabe Square?
A 1900 bank reborn in glass — browse art, then blow your own piece.
Where is Kurokabe Square?
Kurokabe Square is located at 12-38 Motohamacho, Nagahama City, Shiga.
Can I visit Kurokabe Square with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Kurokabe Square hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.