Reviewed by: LINDA
きれいに切れなくても先生がうまくフォローしてくださりちゃんとした作品に出来上がりました。アドバイスも親切丁寧、不器用な私にも根気よく付き合ってくださいました。
遠方からわざわざ参加した友人達も大満足で、皆でまたやりたいね、と言っています。
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Packages: | 江戸切子体験プラン |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/16 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Robert
What a nice experience in Tokyo. The hosts did not speak a lot of English, but this did not take away from the dinner at all. We felt welcome during the cruise, and all of the guests were friendly.
Easily exceeded our expectations!
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Packages: | Standard Cruise < 150 minutes / 10-course meal > |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/11/12 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Antoni
What a beautiful experience with KUGE Crafts - we would definately visit again as it was educational as well as practical. We really learnt a lot and we took our art home with us!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/12 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Norwahidah Shariff
Very friendly and helpful instructors, easy to learn activity.
This was my first time and I loved it
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Packages: | Ramen |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/11/10 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/14 |
Reviewed by: 雲の南
古風な佇まいの料亭の料理は大変素晴らしいものでした。そしてそれ以上に可愛い舞妓さんとのひと時には身体が震える思いでした。宮川町の小えんちゃんの凛とした舞に鳥肌。日常では体験できない世界を魅せてもらえたことは永く記憶に刻まれると思います。小えんちゃん!素敵でしたよ!!
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Packages: | 夕食プラン(懐石料理) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/11/08 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/06 |
Reviewed by: Mili
Nos encantó esta actividad aprendimos mucho sobre la
Cultura Japonesa, las personas muy amables y respondieron a todas nuestras preguntas. Aprendimos cómo preparar el famoso té japonés, sobre caligrafía japonesa, disfrutamos de un lindo baile con una bailarina profesional, nos vestimos todos con kimonos y nos enseñaron origami! Muy divertido se los recomiendo
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/11/06 |
Activity Date: | 2019/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Simon
Seeing a maiko dance live was always one of my lifehood dreams. This dream came true that night with a magnificent performance! Accompanied by a traditional Japanese dinner of high quality, it was a pleasure having been able to attend this evening. The garden walk and the mountain view were stunning as well!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/11/05 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Azadeh Iranian
The geisha was so amateur, she was shaking while dancing. Nobody explained the way we should eat the traditional food.
On the way back, the tour leader was just speaking Japanese and didn’t care about foreigners attendants. She was speaking Japanese all the way back, and sometimes they were laughing or clapping and we as foreigners just waiting for some explanations but nothing.
In my idea it was a dishonor to non-Japanese guest. The tour provider company should provide the same Facilities for all guests. In General it was an expensive activity with poor facilities!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/11/04 |
Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: こじか
バスツアーにして大正解でした。奈良の中心部から離れている見所を網羅して、計画的、かつ丁寧にガイドしてくださり、金額以上の満足感です。美しい仏像や宝物について、事前にバス中で写真付の資料を使って解説されていたので、より分かりやすく印象に残りました。ガイドさんの人柄も良く、さわやかで気さく。御朱印もかわりにもらっていただけたり、連れとの記念写真を取ってくださったりと、至れり尽くせり。これまで、色々なバスツアーに参加してきましたが、奈良で観光するならこのツアーはおすすめです。食事は別料金(1000円位)で事前にお願い出来ます。昼食時間に各自で食べるお店は多少ありました。歩く距離はさすがに結構ありますし、スケジュールがタイトなので、足の悪い方や体力に自信のない方は1日ツアーは辛いかも。
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Packages: | 【3月まで】薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/11/03 |
Activity Date: | 2019/10/26 |
Reviewed by: ちにー
練習時間は少しあります。ただ、練習時間を延ばすと本番が短くなるだけです。
練習では、
・まっすぐに深めの線を作る。
・怖がらずにゆっくり強めに回転ヤスリをグラスに押し当てる。
・溝がキレイなV字型に。
なるように心がけて、少しコツを掴んだらすぐに本番の下書きと削りに入った方がよいです。
溝のV字型が深く彫れていないと、影ができずにのっぺりとした仕上がりになり江戸切子の美しさが出ません。
ポイント消化のためと予約したツアーでしたが、成果品も持ち帰れて使っていけますし、お値段以上の楽しいツアーでした。
もう一度作ればきっともっと上手にできる…と…思います…。
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Packages: | 江戸切子体験プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/09/28 |
Activity Date: | 2019/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
It has been such a nice experience because the hosts were kind and wanted so much to share their knowledge.
Kintsugi wasn't has difficult as I taught : I've just followed what they showed me.
They explained me where I can buy the tools. They made me discover another kind of japanese artcrafts like liquerware.
I loved the way they welcomed me with a delicious mango pie and a fresh fruits drink.
A delightful moment, I advice you to try this experience !
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/09/18 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: 正ちゃん
初めて奈良に行きあれもこれも見たいと思っても個人では効率よく観光はできません。暑い日に参加しましたがバスでの移動は最高でした。特に慈光院での綺麗なお庭を眺めながらの抹茶をのみ、心が落ち着きました。また、きかいがあったら違う季節に参加したいと思います。
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Packages: | 【3月まで】薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
Activity Date: | 2019/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Christine
This was such a fun, interesting and enjoyable experience! Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were so kind, knowledgeable, helpful. They were very patient as they tried to bridge the language barrier while giving instructions. They had several “cheat sheets” in English to help me understand.
They also were quite hospitable, providing snacks and even taking my photo several times during the repair process. Yoshiko also kindly showed me her ceramics studio, as I had made the piece that I used.
The entire process was easy enough, but patience and care are necessary. They gave me a list of supplies to purchase (and the address of a store so that I could bring those home with me.
Overall, I would highly recommend this experience. It’s a great introduction into the beautiful art of Japanese kintsugi! As an aside, I had mentioned to some of the staff at our hotel that I was taking this class and they scoured the hotel to find some old examples that they had in their possession. When I returned with my piece, the staff were impressed and asked for the contact info so they could recommend the Kuge’s to other hotel guests.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Vana Meredith Dabney
Everything about the dinner cruise was exceptional! The food was excellent and the views were amazing. There was a large assortment of beverages to chose from. It was the highlight of my trip to Tokyo! It was easy to find and taxi were waiting near by to return to your hotel.
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Packages: | Standard Cruise (Until Sept 30) |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/31 |
Reviewed by: Kat
We had a wonderful time at this event. The beer was cold, the hotpot was tasty, and the maiko was very nice. I very much recommend this!
Thank you for the good review and coming the other day. it makes us confidence. When you visit Japan at next time, we hope to see you again.
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Packages: | Kyoto Hirai Beef Hot Pot Course |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/22 |
Reviewed by: Lawrence
I had such a good time learning kintsugi, I went straight from their workshop to a craft store (with their extremely helpful bilingual shopping list!) to be able to do it more at home. The Kuge-sans were so welcoming and kind. I brought a small bowl that I had recently broken, and they helped me magically put it back together. They also had beautiful tea cups available to repair.The Kuge-sans do a wonderful job of communicating the joy of kintsugi even without too much English. They were prepared with photos and examples to make every step clear. Overall, the experience was peaceful and satisfying, and definitely a lovely way to rest from the hurry and stress of international travel.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/08/23 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: Tiffany
Arrived 20 min late because we were an hour away and got a little lost, but they didn’t mind.
The workshop is led by an elderly couple who have been doing kintsugi for many years. They were even featured in a few books and magazines!
When we arrived, there was mango Mille crepe cake and apple tea, which were both SO GOOD. It’s summer when we went, so the snack and drink were both so refreshing.
We picked our cups and got right to work. They walked us through the process step by step and gave us a list of the steps and materials to buy at the store if we wanted to do kintsugi on our own at home.
We got to see some of the kintsugi works they fixed, and some were so intricately re-pieced, it blew our minds.
Overall, I had so much fun. The couple is super sweet and take pics of you on their iPad as you’re working and email them to you, since your hands are full.
The next time I go back to japan, I will take their class again, without a doubt. I really do recommend taking this class because it’s such a unique experience that I’ll always remember, along with having a completely uniquely fixed cup .
The picture I attached from the book is the picture of the couple.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/20 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/14 |
Reviewed by: Stephanie
This was a great activity. The food and beer was delicious and filling and the entertainment was fantastic. We were able to talk with our Maiko for a few minutes and take a picture with her after her performance. We did not speak very much Japanese (only the very basics), but that did not diminish our experience. We had a great time, and it was nice we didn't have to spend a ton of money on one dinner like some other activities that are available with maiko. I would definitely recommend this if you'd like to meet a maiko and see her perform.
Thank you for coming the beer garden dinner the other day and also thank you for give us such a beautiful review!
We are so happy to hear that.
Our beer garden dinner is reasonable price compering with other maiko activities.
I am sure everyone will have fun even if you do not understand Japanese.
We are waiting for your next visit!
Best regards
Gion Shinmonso/Miyuki Koda
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Packages: | Kyoto Hirai Beef Hot Pot Course |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/17 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/12 |
Reviewed by: mact
dinner was great, super good service. Make sure to wear mosquitos repellent
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Packages: | Beef Sukiyaki Course |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2019/08/16 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/13 |
Reviewed by: ゾーガン
夫婦での参加です。ベルトラでのポイントが溜まっていたので興味のあったこちらに参加しました。親切丁寧に教えていただき、練習してから本番!
体験してみて江戸切子の魅力がまた深まりました。力の入れ方、均一にする難しさ、何もかもが新鮮で出来上がったグラスで飲む晩酌は最高です。
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Packages: | 江戸切子体験プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/16 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/14 |
Reviewed by: Anita
I had a delightful time at this class. Every effort was made to make it a special experience. I cannot wait to reveal my work in two weeks time.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/08/13 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/11 |
Reviewed by: natasha
great unique experience! I lived in Japan for 4 years and this was something I never got to do.
Maiko spoke good English, which was a huge relief and surprise. Dance was cool, food was good, and the all you can drink alcohol was too much fun.
Thank you for coming the beer garden dinner the other day.
I was worried about meal(spicy beef hot pot dish), because we were not sure if you will like it.
But we are very glad to hear that!
We hold the beer garden dinner every summer season and look forward to seeing you again.
Best regards
Gion Shinmonso/Miyuki Koda
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Packages: | Kyoto Hirai Beef Hot Pot Course |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/12 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Leslie Arcin
Very convient pick up/drop off spot! Affordable Maiko experience, we chose this experience over parlor games/tea time because we wouldn’t know what to ask a geisha or if language barrier would be a problem. My sister and I enjoyed the performance very much. When we did it it was a small group and the tour leader was the best. One thing to take note is the experience is probably enhanced if you do speak Japanese or have someone that does so you can compliment the performance or ask the Maiko questions, but we knew this going in. Also the bus tour around town showing shrines and temples isn’t necessarily scenic, but rather a quick pass by of all the places (very easy to miss some spots if you don’t turn around quick enough) , but the view at the top of Osaka is worthwhile
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/08/11 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/05 |
Reviewed by: KSY
Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were wonderful hosts! Kintsugi and the philosophy of wabi sabi are very important to my husband and I, so while we were on our honeymoon in Japan we were so excited to take this class.
The Kuge's welcomed us with refreshing apple tea and a fruit / tart dessert and gave us aprons before getting started. They had several cups that we could choose from to repair. The process was relatively quick, with some repetitive sections (filing) and some waiting for our cups to dry before moving on to the next step. Yoshiko had a very good English level, and we appreciated her explanations and perspective.
Their art and ceramic studio have been featured in various guides and magazines. You are in good, expert hands in this class.
We also took their recommendation and ate dinner at Tensuke (tempura restaurant in Koenji) after the class. It was one of our favorite meals of the trip!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/09 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/28 |
Reviewed by: tk7
ガイドさんが丁寧、運転手さんも安全運転で良かったです。いろいろな建造物を見学できて勉強になりました。ありがとうございました。
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Packages: | 薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」非公開期間 |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/08/07 |
Activity Date: | 2019/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Amber
My husband and visited Tokyo from Washington, DC and were beyond pleased with our experience on the Yukatabune Dinner Cruise! We did many wonderful things on our trip to Tokyo but every part of this cruise exceeded our expectations and we both agree it was our favorite part of the trip! The food was delicious and plentiful-sashimi, tempura, noodles, and more! We were stuffed! The drinks kept flowing and the whole boat turned into one big party of laughter and fun! Friendly staff and great company! We even received a beautiful gift when the staff heard we were celebrating our wedding anniversary! We definitely recommend this cruise to anyone who is looking to experience traditional Japanese food and culture in a very fun, unique, and beautiful setting!
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Packages: | Standard Cruise (Until Sept 30) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/08/01 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/30 |
Reviewed by: Olivia
I would 100% do this activity again as well as any others run by Kuge Crafts. Despite being early I was welcomed in with homemade sweets and tea. I've only booked the session for myself despite travelling with my friend, she said she'd be happy walking around the local area for the 2 hours or so while I was in there, but upon seeing her they welcomed her to stay and offered her the same food and drink with the most wonderfully giving attitudes, genuinely the height of Japanese hospitality.
The method of kinstugi, the pattern on my bowl, and the making of the brushes, epoxies involved were all explained in detail, and as we waited for the putty on my bowl to set, Yoshiko showed my friend and I her other workshop and the pieces of artwork she was most proud of.
Both Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro spoke enough English to have a nice conversation. You really are getting and entire experience as well as just learning a traditional craft. Can't recommend this enough.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/07/27 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Vikki
This was a wonderful afternoon. Our hosts were very kind and patient teachers. The homemade apple tea was lovely. Loved that we could take home a project. One misunderstanding however: A couple of us brought pieces to work on but they were not appropriate as they were not chipped or cracked. There is not enough time to break and glue a piece during the class. There were a variety of chipped and cracked, (antique!) vessels that we could choose from. During down time, our host showed us pieces she had completed to demonstrate the possibilities for future projects. Loved that she gave us a list of supplies and where to buy them, in Tokyo, if we want to continue. Great event.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2019/07/26 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/24 |
Reviewed by: エチゴヤ
当日は生憎の雨で少し涼しく感じられる天気でしたが、抜群のロケーションのなか川床で美味しい食事(すき焼きを選択)を頂きながら舞妓さんの舞やお話しでひととき現実逃避してきました~。(笑) もちろん写真撮影もバッチリいけますよ!
聞いたところ5つある川床のうち4つ入客あった様で舞妓さんも、上七軒から梅たえさん・ふみ幸さん 宮川町から菊弥江さん・叶季(かなすえ)さんの4名が来てくれてました。(時間の都合でふみ幸さんとはお目にかかれませんでしたが・・・悲)
なにより、スタッフのみなさんの気づかい心くばりも嬉しかったですね~・・・ここ、お薦めですよ!奥様~♪(笑)
この度はご利用をいただきまして有り難うございました。 又のご来店をお待ち申し上げております。
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Packages: | 特選和牛すき焼きコース |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/07/18 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/13 |
Reviewed by: 名無し
霧島六社権現はアクセスが悪いです。
レンタカーなら良いですが、それ以外だと2日は必要です。
短時間でスムーズに回れるだけではなく、詳しく説明もして頂けるのでお願いして良かったです。
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Packages: | 普通車タクシー(4人乗り) |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2019/07/17 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/14 |
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