The present invention provides an efficient and low-cost method for separating heavy metal from funnel glass. According to the present invention, a method for separating a heavy metal from glass, including the steps of: calcinating glass powder containing the heavy metal at 900 to 1400°C in the presence of a chlorinating agent to separate the heavy metal by volatilizing the heavy metal as a chloride; wherein the calcination is conducted in the presence of hydroxide, is provided.