The 25th Niijima International Glass Art Festival

NIIJIMA GLASS ART CENTER STAFF:

NODA Osamu

The year of my 60th birthday, and the 25th anniversary. I am filled with profound happiness and gratitude. Going back to my original heart's desire、I will keep on pursuing new Niijima each day！

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NODA Yumiko

The 25th Festival started with wonderful instructors and staff members. It is already getting to be a very dense and fullfilling experience.

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KAWASHIMA Koji

I hope to be of everyone's good support.

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KOMIYA Takashi

I hope to be of everyone's good support.

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SHIKADA Yousuke

I'd like to be able to provide help so all the guests and staff members can enjoy their experience here.

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FESTIVAL STAFF:

Joseph Benvenuto

I am honored to be here in Niijima and to work at the Glass Festival. It is refreshing to work with such a committed professional group of people . Do-mo!!

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KIM Taigen

I love Niijima.

Lee Jae-Kyung

My fire is really HOT!!

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SHIGA Eiji

Niijima feels really refreshing when I come here after five years. I intend to work hard as a TA this year.

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OGAWA Chikako

Congrats for the 25th anniversary!! When I think about it, it was the 10th anniversary when I came here the first time.

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MIZUKAMI Ryuta

Let us all have fun together.

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KAKURAI Hideaki

The boat ride was very rough this year. But I didn't get sea sick… Did I get something…? Or did I lose something…?

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YANAGI Kentaroh

Next time, I want to come here with my family.

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KIRIYAMA Hideyuki

Strong wind refreshes my body and mind.

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KUROKI Rika

Ever since I was invited to teach "One Day Fusing Workshop" in the 1st Festival, Niijima became part of my life. I am really happy to be able to celebrate the 25th anniversary with everyone, and am really excited to be able to take part again this year.

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HATORI Keiko

I will enjoy the festival in the nature of Niijima.

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NISHIKAWA Kota

I am really happy to be able to come to Niijima again this year. Wonderful people, delicious food, beautiful scenery, AND delicious food, I love them all.

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NAKAHARA Tsukasa

Having fun and enjoying is my utmost intension, so I can work really hard.

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FUKUNISHI Tsuyoshi

I can really feel the connection between people these days.

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YANAGISHITA Hideki

I am the Rookie (?) here.

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MATANO Koji

The moon disappeared behind mountain ridge
a feel of melancholy
how can I see the eternal light
-- Kamo Chomei

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YUKUTAKE Harumi

Happy25th Anniversary! It's gonna be another great workshop.

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FUJITA Emi

It is my first time here as a staff member. I'll do my best!

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SAKAE Marin

It is my first time here as a staff member, and I'm really excited about it!!

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SASAKI Leo

I am in the white glass studio amidst of really strong wind and awesome ocean view. I hope to have great time with everyone until the last day.

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