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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

Absolutely wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Andrew & Piper

Having spent nearly two weeks in Japan doing various activities, I can say without hyperbole that this was the highlight of our trip. It was an intimate experience where we learned what is both a practical and artistic pursuit. The couple that runs Kuge Crafts are incredible sweet and patient, and they made sure that we had an excellent experience. They answered all of our many questions, and showed us examples of what could be done with kintsugi (they really are masters). They'll even take pictures of you working.

What's best is that they give you a complete shopping list for the exact items you need at the local craft store in order to do this back home. (Just make sure you go to the exact one they mention in Shinjuku; others won't have the correct materials.)

While the store is a little bit out of the way, it is *absolutely* worth doing!

  • Being shown the technique.

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/16
Activity Date: 2019/04/11

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

Fun afternoon!

Reviewed by: Liselotte

I had a lovely time at this workshop; Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko are very knowledgeable and explained more about the background of the craft. I got take a beautiful piece of Japanese antique porcelain home with me at the end of it. Can highly recommend!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/04/14
Activity Date: 2019/04/04

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great hands on project for families!

Reviewed by: matin

The crew at the workshop were super enthusiastic. We had a blast and actually stayed for the next session -- ramen -- based on my 10-year old's pleas to do more. Definitely going back next time we are in Tokyo. Lot of fun and went home with great souvenirs and memories.

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Hello Customer

Thank you for visiting us.
I'm also glad to receive words of praise.
Please make a reservation again when you come to Tokyo.
We'll be expecting you.

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Packages: Full-Sized Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/04/08
Activity Date: 2019/03/30

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Excellent for day-trips or as a short activity!

Reviewed by: Kiko

I made two separate reservations, as my group was split between wanting to make different things. The instructor was friendly and could give instructions in English. He was very encouraging and made our experience stress-free.

The location was much smaller than I expected, about the size of a studio apartment. There are "blanks" you can use to help you plan the layout of your sample. There's some room for error, so it's ok if you don't get everything how you want it the first time.

It took about 45 min for us to finish our samples. Bigger samples, like ramen and tempura looked like they'd take closer to 90 mins. This activity would be perfect between major plans, like killing time in the afternoon before dinner plans, or as a detour from Ikebukuro.

Advice: tie back long hair and wear short sleeves.

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Hello sir
Thank you for visiting us.
Thank you again for your high rating.
I would be glad if you had a pleasant experience.
We look forward to seeing you again
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Packages: Tart or Cupcake Key Holder
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/04/04
Activity Date: 2019/03/31

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＞

初めてで難しかったけど、楽しみのが勝った！

Reviewed by: WAKANA

・"江戸切子のオリジナルグラス制作体験"という言葉に惹かれて姉と二人、参加させていただきました。
グラスも、大きさや色等によって別途料金がかかるものもありましたが、透明な物だけでなく、色々な色があってどれも綺麗でした。
彫る前には、彫り方等の説明があり、勿論ガラスを実際に練習で削ってみることも出来ました。
スタッフの方が自分が彫ったものに対して、こうするともっと綺麗に出来ますよ、等アドバイスをくださるので、とてもわかりやすかったです。
さすがに初めてだったので、出来はあまり良いものとは言えない見た目になってしまいましたが、何ヵ所か、まだ上手く出来た気がする柄もあるので、良かったです。

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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/30
Activity Date: 2019/03/24

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Easy and fun!

Reviewed by: Malie808

My 11yo son made the curry...and it looked so real! The steps were easy enough for him to do on his own. The couple doing the lessons were so nice and patient. We don't speak Japanese, so he tried his best to explain what he could in English. He also used a Pocket Talk to translate. We wish we could have gone back another day to do it again!

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Curry was very well done.
By all means when coming to Japan again
Please go to different experiences.
We'll be expecting you. Thank you very much

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Packages: Japanese-style Curry
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/29
Activity Date: 2019/03/23

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

So much fun!

Reviewed by: Malie808

My 9yo daughter made the Parfait, and had so much fun! The couple that was there doing the lessons were so kind and patient! He tried to explain what he could in English, and what he felt he had difficulty with, he used a PocketTalk to translate. We felt so comfortable and can't wait to go back!

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Hello　Customer
Parfait is popular among girls.
I would be glad if you enjoyed it.
We look forward to seeing you again.
Thanks

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Packages: Full-Sized Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/29
Activity Date: 2019/03/23

Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Excellent

Reviewed by: Ken Ng

Great food,excellent staff, & awesome endless drinks.

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Packages: Cherry Blossom Lunch or Dinner Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/27
Activity Date: 2019/03/25

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

Fascinating, entertaining, and beautiful

Reviewed by: Jake

This was one of the most enjoyable experiences in Japan. The art of kintsugi is fascinating and shockingly easy. Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro are truly lovely people and incredibly well-versed in the trade. They provided us with a shopping list to get materials so we can continue to do this at home! The finished results are beautiful and they also shared some of their own work which is even more impressive. I really can't recommend this enough!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/26
Activity Date: 2019/03/24

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

The Maiko dance show was too short - only 15 minutes.

Reviewed by: Peter

After an half hour bus ride to the venue, dinner was served following by a show with single maiko. It's a decent performance lasting 15 minutes. The photo taking session with maiko by individual guests took the longest time for the night's activities.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/25
Activity Date: 2019/03/18

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＞

伝統文化を体験できる貴重な機会

Reviewed by: らっぴ

年末年始で参加できるツアーを探していたところこのツアーに出会いました。
様々なグラスから好きな形を選び、希望の柄を彫ることができます。
先生が丁寧に教えてくれる為、初めてでも希望のイルカやリュウグウノツカイを彫ることができました（参加するときには作品の具体的イメージがあるといいかも知れません）。
伝統文化を体験でき、非常にいい思い出になりました。

  • 制作した切子

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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/18
Activity Date: 2019/01/05

Simple Tea Ceremony Experience in Nara

Experiencia completa!

Reviewed by: Hernan

Pasamos una experencia muy linda e íntima. El lugar muy lindo y la atención muy cálida. Nos llevamos poco de historia. Nos explicaron los diferentes elementos y comportamientos dentro de la ceremonia del té y el dueño fue muy amable.

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Packages: Omotenashi Tea Ceremony（Table and stool style)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/16
Activity Date: 2019/03/14

奈良定期観光バス 法隆寺＋中宮寺＋慈光院＋薬師寺＋唐招提寺 を巡る1日バスツアー＜7時間／昼食付／JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発＞

斑鳩の里

Reviewed by: かずこちゃん

バスガイドの方の歩く速さがとてもゆっくりでした。前日にこむら返りをして筋肉痛が残っていたので助かりました。もう少し観光場所のメインまで早めに歩いてゆっくり見学したいと思った方がいたかもしれません・・・・・

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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: Friends
Posted on: 2019/03/15
Activity Date: 2019/03/10

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Worth the trek!

Reviewed by: Wandering American

The sample workshop is tucked away in a residential neighborhood, but it was easy enough to find. We were a little worried whether the trip would be worth it as we made our way to the studio, but our fears were laid to rest when we were greeted enthusiastically by the owner who really made the experience priceless. My kids loved learning about how the samples are made and making their own. We had a blast!

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Customer
Thank you for visiting us.
It is good to have you discover in what is in a residential area.
I would be glad if you enjoyed the experience.
We look forward to seeing you again.

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Packages: Tart or Cupcake Key Holder
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/14
Activity Date: 2019/03/12

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

Wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Mary

This was a thoughtful and well planned guide to kintsugi. From a delicious treat to begin, to the history of the patterns of our chosen cups, to a guided experience of kintsugi. We took home our repaired cups and look forward to them being a beautiful reminder of Japan!

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Packages: Test Package
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Posted on: 2019/03/12
Activity Date: 2019/03/10

奈良定期観光バス 法隆寺＋中宮寺＋慈光院＋薬師寺＋唐招提寺 を巡る1日バスツアー＜7時間／昼食付／JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発＞

抹茶に癒やされる

Reviewed by: 高知家

車でない私たち夫婦にとっては、ガイドさんの説明が聞け、効率よく回れる定期観光バスは便利です。特に慈光院の景色と抹茶に癒やされました。

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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: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/11
Activity Date: 2018/12/23

奈良定期観光バス 法隆寺＋中宮寺＋慈光院＋薬師寺＋唐招提寺 を巡る1日バスツアー＜7時間／昼食付／JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発＞

見どころ満載！ガイドさんも最高！

Reviewed by: トトカ

中学生の時の修学旅行以来の奈良でしたが、効率的に名所を観光することができました。2月の寒い時期でしたが、観光客がそれほど多くなくて、各所をゆっくりと見て回ることができました。ガイドさんの話が丁寧で詳しく、そして面白くて最高でした。別料金で昼食を注文しましたが、うどんや柿の葉寿司のついたセットで、美味しくて注文して良かったです。

  • 近鉄奈良駅近くの集合場所

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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: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/09
Activity Date: 2019/02/02

Elegant Kimono Photo Shoot Experience in Tokyo

Awesome Kimono Photo shoot

Reviewed by: Alessandra

If you are looking to do Kimono wear this is the place you should go, they gave us an amazing experience. My husband and I had a great time doing the kimono experience through Wa kimono rental. They have a great selection of kimonos. The staff is super helpful and speak fluent English, so foreign travellers don't have to worry about communication problems. They also make you feel very comfortable as you're getting dressed.Thank you to all the Wa kimono staff. We really enjoyed this unique experience and so happy that we found your company to make our experience better.

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Dear Alessandra, thank you very much for your kind review. We are glad that you had a goot time here with us. We hope the photos become a wonderful memory of Japan. Thank you very much for coming!!

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Packages: Couple Plan for Adults
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/05
Activity Date: 2019/03/02

Elegant Kimono Photo Shoot Experience in Tokyo

Awesome Kimono Photo shoot

Reviewed by: Alessandra

If you are looking to do Kimono wear this is the place you should go, they gave us an amazing experience. My husband and I had a great time doing the kimono experience through Wa kimono rental. They have a great selection of kimonos. The staff is super helpful and speak fluent English, so foreign travellers don't have to worry about communication problems. They also make you feel very comfortable as you're getting dressed.Thank you to all the Wa kimono staff. We really enjoyed this unique experience and so happy that we found your company to make our experience better

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Dear Alessandra, thank you very much for your review. We are very glad that you had a good time with us. Our customers' smiles always make us feel happy! Thank you very much for coming.

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Packages: Couple Plan for Adults
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/03/03
Activity Date: 2019/03/02

乗合屋形船 お台場＆スカイツリー周遊コース 旬のお料理＆飲み放題付！ 全船掘りごたつ＆スカイデッキ完備＜両国発＞by 晴海屋

誕生祝いに

Reviewed by: あるちゃん

父の誕生日のお祝いに両親を招待しました。当日はあいにくの天気でしたが、屋形船という非日常を喜んでくれました。ビューポイントでは船が泊り、夜景を堪能しました。また、隣席の方々との交流も素敵で、最高の誕生祝いとなりました。

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Packages: 【9/30まで】通常プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/03/01
Activity Date: 2017/11/18

奈良定期観光バス 法隆寺＋中宮寺＋慈光院＋薬師寺＋唐招提寺 を巡る1日バスツアー＜7時間／昼食付／JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発＞

解説のガイドさんが良かった！

Reviewed by: きゅる

奈良公園周辺以外の有名所を効率よく周ってくれるツアーでした。
このツアーで周る寺院は、以前に行ったことはあったのですが、ガイドさんの知識が豊富で、どの解説もとても詳しく勉強になり、楽しめました。
移動中の補足情報なども素晴らしかったです。
運転手の方も安全運転で良かったです。

慈光院での一服しながらの住職のお話はとてもおもしろかったです。
住職のお父様が出てきて下さり、普段はできない鳴龍体験もさせていただきました。

お昼はオプション1000円で付けましたが、昼食時間は40分程度しかなかったので、付けておいて正解でした。
(内容は少し渋めな気がしたので、小さいお子様などには向かない昼食かもしれません…)

  • 昼食の御膳

  • 昼食の鍋焼きうどん

  • 法隆寺

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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: Couples
Posted on: 2019/02/27
Activity Date: 2019/02/24

Edo Kiriko Glass Cutting Experience in Asakusa

Fun class

Reviewed by: Ozaki

We had a wonderful experience at this glass cutting class. It is not as easy as it looks. We now have a greater appreciation for beautiful glasses or plates that have been cut by masters. I would recommend this class. It was a great cultural experience.

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Posted on: 2019/02/18
Activity Date: 2019/02/14

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Good value to experience Japan Culture

Reviewed by: Shirley L

Maiko was very beautiful and graceful . Her performance was great. I enjoyed it very much. The tour was a little rush. After we finished dinner we only had 15 mins left to shop and walk around the garden. The staff in the restaurant was polite and nice. I only wish they could introduce in both Japanese and English (They only speak Japanese so we had no idea what was going on)

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/16
Activity Date: 2019/02/14

奈良定期観光バス 法隆寺＋中宮寺＋慈光院＋薬師寺＋唐招提寺 を巡る1日バスツアー＜7時間／昼食付／JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発＞

世界遺産を効率的に巡ることができました

Reviewed by: まるしっぽ

連休明けのウィークディだったので、大型パスに13人という少人数で、パスもゆったり、訪れる場所もゆったりで、最高のツアーでした。奈良は場所の移動がひとりでは非効率的で難しいため、ツアーを利用して正解でした。
ガイドさんの説明はわかりやすく、気配りもきちんとされていて安心できました。
あえて申しますと、昼食を予約いたしましたが、当方ひとりのため どの席につけばよいか迷い、隅の席に座りましたところ、グループ客に追い立てられ、申し訳ないの一言もなく嫌なおもいをしました。これはそのグループ客が悪いとおもいますが、あらかじめ席を指定していただければ、そのようなことはなかったはずですので残念です。

  • 奈良は京都と違ったおおらかさを感じます

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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: 2019/02/14
Activity Date: 2019/02/12

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

Great!

Reviewed by: Pam

A very short intro into the craft of kintsuge, but enough in two hours to give you a feel for the. materials and process involved. I left with enough confidence to attempt some simple repairs myself, which is exactly what I wanted. The instructions and the shopping list were also perfect.
Also the matcha jelly was delicious and the couple are lovely!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/02/05
Activity Date: 2019/02/02

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

Excellent class

Reviewed by: Ami Dudley

This was a wonderful class .we enjoyed it thouroughly and will be going back for more .The teachers were so patient ,helpful and kind They were great hosts and gave clear instructions during and after the class .Kintsugi is such a beautiful art and they are highly experienced and skilled .It was inspiring to see some of their pieces .overall excellent and very satisfying experience!

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Posted on: 2019/01/29
Activity Date: 2019/01/27

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

Wonderful time spent learning and getting hands on experience on Kintsugi

Reviewed by: miak

Really great experience getting hands on experience doing kintsugi.

Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were wonderful teachers, and guided us well (in English!).

i really appreciated the advice they gave - where to get materials so i can do kintsugi when i return home. (from Tokyu Hands)

Now i am waiting for another week so i can use my cup to drink sake from!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/19
Activity Date: 2019/01/12

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＞

難しかったけれど楽しかった！

Reviewed by: ガッチャマン

予約時間より15分ぐらい早くお店に着いてしまったのですが、快く案内して頂きました。最初にグラスの種類、その特性（加工しやすさなど）、料金について丁寧な説明があり、そのあと割としっかり練習させてもらえます。その時の自分の力量をふまえて（笑）、グラスの種類とデザインを決めるといいと思います。夫と自分ではデザイン性が全く違っていてその点も面白かったです。制作時間は決まっているので、あまりに細かかったり手の込んだデザインにすると、最後の方は焦ってしまうかもしれません。その点、私たちは偶然ですが早めに制作を始めさせてもらえたので、作品の撮影も含めて時間内に終えることができました。当然ですが、不出来な部分も多々ありますが、先生がある程度は手直ししてくれるので安心です（笑）夏に冷たい飲み物をこのグラスで飲むのが楽しみです。とてもいい体験ができました＾＾

  • 1メートル離れて見るとまあまあ（笑）

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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/15
Activity Date: 2018/12/09

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

Fantastic!

Reviewed by: Rossignol

That workshop was a real human experience on top of introducing us to this beautiful kintsugi technique. We have been welcome by a delicious homemade cake and a gorgeous apple tea before being introduced to the different steps with a lot of love and generosity by our two teachers whom I shamelessly forgot the name.
They have been so caring and adorable, they offered us an adorable afternoon! I highly recommend that experience to you!!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/01/15
Activity Date: 2019/01/13

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

Interesting learning experience

Reviewed by: Sara

I've been intrigued by kintsugi for several years and it was fun to learn the practice and make our own pieces. The host couple is charming and provides additional teaching during the down time (such as while waiting for the epoxy to dry). We also got a delicious snack. When we finished, they packaged our cups in a way that made them easy to bring home on the plane without breaking. They also took a lot of photos of us and sent them to us the next day, which was very thoughtful.

Note: we did the two hour class which involved fixing chip, rather than a large crack (as I thought). It would take more time to do a larger repair project, and the class gave us the skills to do so on our own time

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/12
Activity Date: 2019/01/10
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