Okamoto Studio Custom Ice
Ice supplier · Astoria ·
Custom ice sculptures for events, cocktails, and bars
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35-03 31st St, Astoria, NY 11106 Get directions
Custom ice sculptures for events, cocktails, and bars
35-03 31st St, Astoria, NY 11106 Get directions
"A local ice-sculpting studio whose techniques and expertise in creating clear, sculpted ice taught nearby bartenders new possibilities for using clear frozen water to elevate cocktails." - Terri Ciccone
"I found that Okamoto Studio, a New York–based ice carving collective run by Takeo and Shintaro Okamoto, now offers hand-carved ice sculptures for private events; they've become known for larger ice pieces at cocktail bars, bar mitzvahs, weddings, and fashion events, and are selling a 30-pound, LED-illuminated “Fun Luge” for $220 in more than 50 designs (from a Halloween pumpkin to the over-the-top “Dude Torso”) that serve as centerpieces and last about four to six hours before melting." - Diana Hubbell
"An established ice-sculpting studio in Queens, NY, operating since 2003 and known for creating custom sculptures for cocktail bars, bar mitzvahs, and high-profile events like New York Fashion Week. Co-owner Shint Aro Okamoto emphasizes that ice carving is akin to carving wood or stone, requiring years of practice, a close relationship with tools, and a steep learning curve. In the show's premiere, host Katie Pickens learns to carve an ice bowl using chainsaws, vee chisels, and hand saws, showcasing the technical skill and hands-on craftsmanship behind commissioned ice work." - Eater Video
"An operation in Queens credited with pioneering Japanese-style 'crystal clear' ice production locally beginning in 2003, helping to introduce the prized aesthetic and functional clarity of Ginza ice to New York bars." - Mary Jane Weedman, Bobby Doherty
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