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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

Outstanding teachers, outstanding experience

Reviewed by: Emily J, 2018/08/20

Both Yoshiichiro-san and Yoshiko-san were lovely people - they greeted us warmly to the studio, welcomed us with tea and Yoshiko-san's fresh homemade orange tea and coconut-pineapple tart.
It was a fascinating, easy to follow workshop in the art of kintsugi - Yoshiko-san has a very good command of English so was able to not only help guide us but answer many questions about the art, the work they've done etc.
They also provided guidance on where (and not) to buy the equipment for ourselves as well as sending us photos of our session and written instructions of what we had learned.
Would absolutely recommend this workshop to anyone who's interested in learning the art as they are wonderful people who enjoy sharing their skills.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/08/18
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京都高雄 もみぢ家　川床ディナープラン 納涼川床料理＋舞妓さんの京舞鑑賞日あり（2024/7/1～2024/9/22）＜川床席確約／送迎あり／高雄＞

リピーターです

Reviewed by: はまさん, 2018/08/19

川床だけでなく、舞妓さんにも会えるという「２度おいしい」ツアーです。舞妓さんは３人来てくれました。各テーブルに回ってきてくれるので、気さくにおしゃべりを楽しむことができました。舞もすぐ近くで見ることができて最高でした。前回は食事がすき焼きだったので、今回は懐石にしてみました。鱧おとしや鮎の塩焼きなど、夏らしい料理で良かったです。また、今回はちょうど抽選会(３と５のつく日)があって、ワクワク感を楽しめました！（何も当たりませんでしたが…(^^;)）

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/08/15
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Shodo Lesson at the Home of a Calligrapher in Central Tokyo

Excellent Shodo class!

Reviewed by: Carter, 2018/08/09

Well worth the time and just north of Akihabara, this was an amazing Shodo class that taught my family more than just one character. She let us make the ink we would use later to write everything with the calligraphy brush. The instructor explained the different characters used in Japanese and how one was derived from another, showing and letting us write those too. Then we got to chose a word to practice writing for the final draft on heavy duty paper. This would also include our names in Japanese, which she translated and included on the example that we followed. After many practice papers, we did the final draft, which was signed with the instructor's red stamp.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/08/06
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Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Tokyo dinner cruise

Reviewed by: Mei, 2018/07/24

Lot of fun! Great service and company. View was wonderful

  • Great company

  • Beautiful view

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2018/07/22
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江戸切子体験 十数種のグラスと数十もの柄サンプルから選べる　講座付きのプランもあり＜浅草駅 徒歩３分！創吉浅草店＞

丁寧な指導で出来上がった作品の撮影環境もバッチリ！

Reviewed by: 名古屋人, 2018/07/23

まず指導が丁寧。品のいいスタッフ。練習もちゃんとさせてもらえます。老眼の人は老眼のメガネが必須かも。
出来上がった作品は、窓越しに見えるアサヒビールのオブジェを入れて撮影可能。またライティングがしっかりしている専用撮影場所もあって良かったです。
出来上りの作品は買った商品のように箱詰めされ、オリジナルのペーパーバックに入れてもらえます。

  • マジックでデザインをして、カッティング。

  • 工房の一角にある専用撮影場所で。

  • 竹をデザインしてみた。

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2018/07/23
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

Beautiful Time with the best Teachers

Reviewed by: Indra & Christie, 2018/07/21

Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko Kuge are the best people that you would want to meet and learn from.

The are very friendly and definitely lovely. They have been doing pottery for more than 50 years and practice Kintsugi art for 35 years. They are passionate at what they do and willing to teach us what they have in their hands.

Me and my husband had the best time in Tokyo that 2 hours as we learn basic kintsugi art. Definitely a thing to remember for our trip.

Would definitely recommend this to everyone that we know . Thank you Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko Kuge. Hugs...

  • With our final products

  • Repairing the ceramics

  • Had a great time together

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/07/18
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

I highly recommend this!

Reviewed by: Chip, 2018/07/07

I hope this isn't a duplicate post. We got there early and the family let us in any way. We were given melon cake and a homemade tea that is the best tea I have ever had. We got to pick our piece. They told us my piece was 200 years old. One teacher does a piece as well so you can watch. Both of them were very nice and fun. They gave us a tour of their pottery studio as well. They have a new packaging system so you can leave with your piece. They showed us all of the materials needed and they have made a photoshopping list so you can just snap a photo of the supplies. They told us where we could by in Tokyo and we did. The wife could speak some English. I would recommend you have someone with you that can understand basic Japanese. I highly recommend this class!

  • My work just before the final application of gold dust.

  • My daughters.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/07/04
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江戸切子体験 十数種のグラスと数十もの柄サンプルから選べる　講座付きのプランもあり＜浅草駅 徒歩３分！創吉浅草店＞

親切なスタッフさんに感謝です。

Reviewed by: エビチリ, 2018/07/03

小学四年女子三人で体験しました。飲み込みも遅いし手際も悪い、なのに一人一人に丁寧に対応してくださったスタッフさんに感謝です。
海外ホームステイ先へのお土産にと手作りの品を持たせたく参加しましたが、彼女たちがファミリーに何と説明するのか、とても楽しみです。

  • 小4の作品です

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2018/07/01
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京都高雄 もみぢ家　川床ディナープラン 納涼川床料理＋舞妓さんの京舞鑑賞日あり（2024/7/1～2024/9/22）＜川床席確約／送迎あり／高雄＞

他の人も連れて行ってあげたくなります！

Reviewed by: えみぼう, 2018/07/01

川床の雰囲気、おいしいご飯、舞妓さんとのお話、ホタル鑑賞全てが良かったです！
今度はおばあちゃんを連れて行ってあげたくなりました^^

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/06/28
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

informative and fun experience!!!

Reviewed by: Vanessa Sanchez, 2018/07/01

the workshop itself is cute and quaint delivering a more personal experience. you are greeted with some cake and the most delicious tea. you get to learn the process hands on and see their other beautiful work they’ve completed. they even made sure to package our work for a safe trip back home!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/06/10
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

Kintsugi class

Reviewed by: Michelle, 2018/06/30

My brother and I were very warmly and generously hosted. Yoshiko took the trouble to serve us delicious cake and home brewed apple tea! The teaching on kintsugi was paced well, the steps taught and demonstrated clearly and we had ample opportunity to work on our own pieces. Their packaging enabled us to fly the items back a 6 hour trip safely withourlt breaking! Lovely couple, excellent course and I would highly recommend it.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2018/06/27
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江戸切子体験 十数種のグラスと数十もの柄サンプルから選べる　講座付きのプランもあり＜浅草駅 徒歩３分！創吉浅草店＞

良い経験が出来ました。リベンジします！

Reviewed by: かいで, 2018/06/27

見晴らしのいい場所で、こじんまりとした場所でした。
デザインを考えてなかったので行き当たりバッタリでしたが、楽しかったです。
途中で自分の下手さにへこみましたがなんとか仕上げました。先生が上手に出来てますよ！と慰めてくれます。友達とリベンジを約束しました。いつになるかわかりませんが、また伺います。

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2018/06/25
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

I liked it a lot !!

Reviewed by: Manuelita, 2018/06/26

It was a very good experience. They were very kind and gentle and they teached me very good. I liked that I took the repaired porcelain with me immediately. The address is perfectly described and I got there very easy. If you like this kind of things I will definitely recommend the activity, you will enjoy it!!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2018/06/24
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Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

Fun morning activity

Reviewed by: AJT, 2018/06/25

Fun and unique chance to experience a traditional Japanese craft and walk away with a personal souvenir. Would happily do it again.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/06/23
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Summertime Riverside Dinner in Kyoto with Maiko at Momijiya (2024/7/1～9/30)

Fantastic dinner and show

Reviewed by: Amy, 2018/06/24

My parents took this tour and had a wonderful time. The setting was beautiful and the evening couldn’t have been more perfect with nice warm weather. They really enjoyed the meal of Shabu Shabu and felt the meat was tender and delicious. They really enjoyed meeting the Maiko and admiring her beautiful clothing and make up as well as her dancing. They staff were all very friendly and the included transport back to their hotel was very convenient.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/06/22
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金継ぎ教室 一日体験 大切な器を美しく修理する伝統技術 ＜南阿佐ヶ谷＞by 手仕事屋久家

A great way to learn!

Reviewed by: elisabeth, 2018/06/24

Attended the workshop with my two sons (18 & 20 ys old). Well-spent two hour workshop to get the basics of kintsugi - and a note to get all the supplies at Tokyu Hands. No problem understanding since Yoshiko speaks English and the craft is manual so not many words are needed. Also: delicious cake and coffee (or tea) included :-)! We got our cups neatly packed for the journey back home and left with huge smiles on our faces.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/06/21
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Traditional Japanese Dance Lesson in The Art of Nihon Buyo

Outstanding experience to appreciate traditional Japanese dance

Reviewed by: MMM, 2018/06/19

As a ballroom dancer, I was interested in learning about traditional Japanese dance. This activity provided an excellent cultural experience that gave an appreciation for the skills required to really perform the dance correctly and beautifully.

First we were dressed in a kimono - a cultural experience itself! Then the master showed us how to properly hold the fan, the basic walk, posture and stance. Finally she showed us a portion of a dance that gave us a chance to actually try to dance.

While the master did not speak much English, our guide interpreted as we went along so it was never an issue.

Prepare to work and get sweaty! The master went easy on us but a real student of this dance has to pay attention to every detail and nuance.

I got exactly what I hoped to get - a little bit of an understanding and appreciation for this highly skilled art form. Highly recommended.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2018/06/12
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

My favourite experience of the holiday!

Reviewed by: Fancypantsrodgers, 2018/06/18

I loved everything about this experience. The shop/factory is situated in a lovely little area of Tokyo (near Kita-Ikebukuro station) - easy to get to, and very welcoming on arrival. Our teacher did not speak much English, but was so helpful and demonstrated everything we needed to do. He also borrowed a translator from his colleague to ask us about our holiday plans and to recommend activities.

Myself and my friend came away with our beautiful miniature sundaes, and also some other purchases from the shop for friends and family. Absolutely delightful! Do make this a part of your trip to Japan.

Comments from activity operators

Dear　Fancypantsrodgerｓ　様
Thank you for visiting our store this time. Thank you for your compliment.
It would be great if everyone overseas could enjoy the experience.
We are waiting for another visit.
staff

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Attended as: Friends
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Summertime Riverside Dinner in Kyoto with Maiko at Momijiya (2024/7/1～9/30)

Definitely a highlight of our trip

Reviewed by: Susan , 2018/06/15

We were so glad that we decided to purchase this dinner. The restaurant have an amazing view of the river and eating at the kawandoko (terrace on top of the river) is an experience not to be missed. We got the shabu shabu meal and it was perfect since when we went, it was raining and cold, so it was the perfect warming up meal for us.
The maiko came at around 7 and talk to each of the table, take photos and answer a few simple questions. She can't speak well in English, but she can understand if you speak basic English and very slowly. Then she performed 2 dances, they both very elegant and beautiful.
At around 8 pm, the restaurant switch off the lights, so that we can watch fireflies around the riverside. Apparently this is only happens in June. It was truely an amazing and unforgettable experience for both of us.
The pick up and return transfer is pretty efficient too, very happy overall. Definitely would recommend!

  • Maiko Dance

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/06/11
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great experience making food samples!

Reviewed by: Kristi L., 2018/06/13

Yamato Sample was one of the highlights of our trip. The staff was very accommodating, and could speak English better than I can speak Japanese. They explained the processes behind creating each type of sample. It really gives you an appreciation for their craft since they take so much care in doing it. The staff guides you in making the sample of your choosing. Highly recommended!

Comments from activity operators

Hello　Kristy　L　様
Thank you for visiting our store this time.
Thank you for your compliment.
We will strive to encourage foreign visitors to have fun experiencesWe are waiting for another visit

staff

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2018/06/04
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京都高雄 もみぢ家　川床ディナープラン 納涼川床料理＋舞妓さんの京舞鑑賞日あり（2024/7/1～2024/9/22）＜川床席確約／送迎あり／高雄＞

ちょっとセレブな大人旅

Reviewed by: ゆうこりん, 2018/06/12

特に、大人の女性におススメ！女子力アップ間違いなしのツアーです。新緑の貴船。そこは、かつて貴族が涼を求め、山を越えて行った憧れの避暑地。吊り橋の下は清流。滝と川のせせらぎ、カジカの鳴き声。美味しい山の幸、海の幸。そして、舞妓さんとの触れ合いと踊りの鑑賞。最後の締めは、蛍鑑賞など、全てのものが普段では味わえないとても貴重な体験。お店の皆様もとても感じが良く、気持ち良かったです。とても楽しめました。本当にありがとうございました。

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/06/09
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Summertime Riverside Dinner in Kyoto with Maiko at Momijiya (2024/7/1～9/30)

Breathtaking experience!

Reviewed by: C. Yao, 2018/06/11

This trip was very pleasant experience. I was there with my mom and we both enjoyed very much. Food was great. Two people share a hot pot, with one big plate of Japanese beef and one plate of vegetable! The highlight was to watch Maikos dance in a very close distance! I can see her holding her pose and dancing slow but gracefully. It is breathtaking! I would say this is the best trip you can do to get the completely Kyoto experience! Love it!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/06/10
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great WorkShop!!!

Reviewed by: BopBsgBill, 2018/06/05

Great work shop on food sampling and the intructor speaks English an added plus. Most of the other workshops you need to have a interpret with you but not with this one...Try and make it and it just plain fun....

Comments from activity operators

Hello BopBsgBill 様
Thank you for visiting us.
Also, thank you for your complimentsIn． English it is necessary to study all the staff so that they can study
I am thinking. I would be pleased if you enjoyed the experience.
I will be waiting for you again.
staff

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2018/06/03
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fantastic experience for the whole family!

Reviewed by: J From CO, 2018/06/04

We took our two kids, ages 5 and 7, to make large parfaits and ramen. The kids loved doing it, and they now have great souvenirs that were thoughtfully packaged for traveling. Also, there were two small parks near the location on the way to the train station for the kids to release their energy.


Comments from activity operators

Hello　J From CO sama


Thank you very much for coming to the store this time.
I'll receive and appreciate high evaluation.

Could you enjoy a food sample experience?
Please do a different experience next time.
I'm waiting for another coming.
Staff

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2018/06/02
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Elegant Kimono Photo Shoot Experience in Tokyo

Would definitely recommend

Reviewed by: Laure, 2018/06/03

A wonderful experience with lovely people! Our hosts were very welcoming and the kimonos were absolutely beautiful, we definitely recommend this studio.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you very much for your kind review. We are very glad that you had a good time here. Beauty and Handsome, thank you for coming!!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/05/25
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江戸切子体験 十数種のグラスと数十もの柄サンプルから選べる　講座付きのプランもあり＜浅草駅 徒歩３分！創吉浅草店＞

ちょっと難しい！けど楽しい！

Reviewed by: しーちゃん, 2018/06/01

旅行先で工芸品の体験ものがあると参加している。いろいろな工芸品の中でもちょっとコツをつかむのが難しいものだと思う。削ってしまったところはやり直せないので思い切りが必要。失敗したとしてもそれも思い出ということで…　好きなグラスと好きな図柄を選ぶことができるが、凝りすぎず楽しむという気持ちが一番！　思うようにできなかったところもあるが、貴重な体験ができて満足。出来上がったグラスも大事に使いたいと思う。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2018/05/31
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

One of the best things we did in Japan

Reviewed by: Faerirose, 2018/05/30

I vacationed with a group of 5 people and for the plastic food experience we made a total of 4 different items: full size parfait, mini sundae, ramen, and fruit tart. We had a blast.
The staff explained well in English and helped and guided when we had problems (not big problems and they were problems of our own making as non-professionals - they fixed an overworked piece of wax and guided a better parfait swirl).
The atmosphere there was really fun and energetic. There are 4 tables in workshop 3 so other people are making stuff at the same time. Our food turned out wonderfully. We would absolutely do the plastic food activity again.

Comments from activity operators

Hello　Faerirose　様

Thank you very much for coming to the store this time. If everybody would enjoy himself, I'm glad. High evaluation is also having.
Thank you very much.
When you're coming to Tokyo again by all meansPlease come near.
I'm waiting for the coming which is again.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2018/05/28
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江戸切子体験 十数種のグラスと数十もの柄サンプルから選べる　講座付きのプランもあり＜浅草駅 徒歩３分！創吉浅草店＞

姪っ子から来年も！と最高評価でした！

Reviewed by: Noji, 2018/05/27

毎年姪っ子の誕生日に親は抜きでオバ二人で出かけて遊ぶと言うイベントをやってますが、小学四年になったので動物園や遊園地じゃない何かをと探してて、難しいかもと思ったけど江戸切子の体験に参加しました。
説明をしてくれたお兄さんの客観的な説明をどのくらい理解出来たのか不安に思いましたが、怪我もせず、来年も来たい！と今までで一番いい評価でした。ありがとうございました。

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2018/05/19
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Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

All you can drink???

Reviewed by: Peter Terrell, 2018/05/24

When advertising this dinner cruise, please indicate what drinks are "all you can drink". I don't drink sake, whisky and may drink beer, That was it. You get a lot of Europeans and Americans on this dinner, so include things like bourbon and a variety of beers. Food was fine, but I couldn't eat a lot of it as it didn't explain what was what. I ate eel but didn't know till someone told me I had. Andy was a godsend and knew his craft, asset.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/05/21
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Christin, 2018/05/21

I made an Ice Cream Food Sample and I am really happy with it! Every step was explained really well, there was no rush and the English instruction was also good. Making the ice cream part was not too easy, but I got assistance at first and later on could chose if I wanted to do it on my own(which I did). I'm really happy with the whole experience and the result! Everybody was really nice and seemed to have as much fun as we were! Thank you very much!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting our store this time.
We are pleased that you enjoyed it.

I do not improve well in English, but I think that it was good if there was no problem.
Please decorate the parfait as good memories of Japan.

We are waiting for another visit.

Thank you very much.
staff

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2018/05/21
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