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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful evening repairing a Meiji era cup!

Reviewed by: Konrad, 2023/09/08

I had a great time – Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro are good teachers and hosts!
They helped me repair a chipped cup from the very first to the last steps.
They also taught me about the cup I repaired, the tools and materials I used, and they provided tea and desserts, too!
I'm waiting for the gold lacquer to settle now, but I can't wait to use the cup!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/08/27
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Incredible Experience! Heart warming, fun, and authentic!

Reviewed by: Cilla, 2023/09/07

Upon arrival at KUGE crafts we were met by both Yoshiko Kuge and her husband, who were both extremely kind and welcoming. We sat at a shared table and was given a sweet cake, crackers and endless cups of sweet lemon tea. Yoshiko gave us a brief history of Kintsugi and the types of repairs from chips to replacing missing pieces. She shared her experience in how long she has been doing this for and referenced to us many examples of works done within the space. We then got to pick our own antique Japanese cups that were chipped and got to work being guided and directed by Yoshiko and her husband. Both let us do our work and did not simply do it for us, they also took many photos with us, gave us detailed instructions on how to do each step (with print out info in English) and asked us questions about our lives and transformed the experience into something not only creative, but meditative and peaceful. Our finished products were lovingly wrapped and secured in special travel protective containers and we left with our information packs, extra snacks, and instructions on where to buy materials needed for Kintsugi. A beautiful time - very grateful to have spent the time with two people with so much history and experience with this art!
If you are wanting to experience true Japanese culture and bring home something personalised and meaningful, this is your chance.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/09/02
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful Experience!

Reviewed by: Jon, 2023/09/04

We had a fantastic time with Yoshiko Kuge. She taught us kintsuge while contextualizing its usage as a modern art form and meditative practice. We have beautiful souvenirs and lovely memories thanks to her kindness and generosity.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/08/30
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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>

あの夏の花火

Reviewed by: イルカと泳ぎたい☆, 2023/09/03

1泊2日で東京へ来ました。
1日目は予定が決まっていたのですが、2日目の予定が決まっておらず、東京へ行ってから、急遽予約。
土曜日でしたが、予約できました。

先生はとても丁寧に教えてくださいました。
1日目は大好きなアーティストのライブだったのですが、その時に歌ってくれた『あの夏の花火』にちなんで花火を作成しました。
ぜんぜんお手本通りにはいきませんでしたが、とてもいい思い出です。
ありがとうございました。

評価を「よかった」にしたのは、制限時間を教えていただいたのですが、選んだ作品に対して、初心者では時間内に終わるのは難しいということを教えてもらえると有難かったです。
「花火は3つありますが、丁寧にやるには2つぐらいがいいよ」とか。
最後は駆け足になってしまい、ちょっと残念でした。
もちろん自分の実力不足が原因ですので、声掛けがあるとよかったなって思いました。

教えてくれる先生は、とても優しく、褒め上手で、ほんとよかったです。

  • 一番上手にできた花火です

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/09/02
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Two architects and a college student walk into a kintsugi shop…

Reviewed by: Colin Alley, 2023/09/03

Our family of three thoroughly enjoyed our two plus hours at Kuge Crafts, working with Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro, and opening ourselves up to the world of Wabi-Sabi - embracing the beauty in imperfection. We highly recommend this experience, and look forward to bringing the skills learned to repairs at home!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/09/02
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Kintsugi workshop AMAZING

Reviewed by: Puja Vohra, 2023/08/27

Our hosts were wonderful teachers and it was a very special experience. HIGHLY recommend.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/08/26
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Liz, 2023/08/23

This is a lovely way to spend half a day in Tokyo. We were a small group of three and two of us chose beautiful small Edo period bowls to work (supplied in the workshop) and one person in the group brought her own bowl to repair. The tutors are very kind and welcoming and provided support and encouragement in English. They are expert potters and extremely skilled at Kintsugi and it was a delight to spend the time with them. The session was well structured and organised and I learned a lot, and there was sufficient time to complete my kintsugi at a leisurely pace. I was so pleased with my beautiful bowl which was expertly packed up at the end of the session by the tutors to go into my case safely on the way home. Allow 20/25 mins to walk to the workshop from the nearest metro station or take a taxi.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/07/23
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Una experiencia única

Reviewed by: Mónica, 2023/08/22

Asistí a este taller con una amiga y las dos salimos encantadas. Cuando llegamos, los dueños del taller nos recibieron con una sonrisa y nos ayudaron a sentirnos cómodas. Fue muy agradable charlar con ellos a lo largo del proceso y nos sacaron fotos para que tengamos un buen recuerdo. Nos ayudaron a adentrarnos en el fascinante mundo del kintsugi y nos aconsejaron qué materiales comprar para poder continuar practicando por nuestra cuenta en el futuro. Ojalá pueda vivir algún día en Japón para asistir a este taller con regularidad. Los dulces y el té estaban deliciosos. Muchas gracias por darnos la oportunidad de llevarnos a casa una taza reparada con nuestras propias manos. La conservaré con cariño.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/08/16
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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>

楽しかったです!

Reviewed by: まるまる, 2023/08/20

江戸切子を体験してみたくて、女性1人で参加しました。
1人での参加でしたが、インストラクターの方が丁寧に接してくださり、とても楽しく体験できました。
自分のグラスを彫る前に練習をさせてくださるので、安心して彫ることができました。多少不器用な方でも全く問題なくできると思います。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/08/19
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A really enjoyable experience!

Reviewed by: Rita- from Hong Kong, 2023/08/19

This was really an enjoyable experience! The staffs are very nice, helpful and explained very clearly to make sure we understand every step! Love the samples that we have made, beautiful!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us. Thank you for your high evaluation. I am very happy to hear that. Please visit us again when you visit Japan.
We'll be expecting you.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/08/17
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful!

Reviewed by: Chloe, 2023/08/15

My husband and I wanted to do a more hands-on activity during our trip to Tokyo amongst sightseeing and the other food/drink-focused experiences. It was the perfect addition to our itinerary!

Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. We were greeted with a beautifully presented and delicious snack complete with refreshing homemade lemon tea which warmed our introduction and set the tone for the quality experience to come.

The entire workshop was informative and fun from start to finish. We were guided through each step in detail and were provided with interesting facts about the craft and the materials we were working with along the way.

We were gifted with instructions to take home for future reference and supplemented with a list of the tools used in the workshop so that we could continue to practice at home.

We originally sent an email to make our booking and the reply was prompt and personable. We were redirected to the booking page on Veltra and the process was easy and simple.

The directions to Kuge Crafts provided with the booking confirmation were clear and helpful.

We cannot underline the kindness and sincerity of the hosts enough. This was a highlight of our time in Tokyo and will remain one of our fondest memories. Thank you, Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/08/13
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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>

お料理、川床、舞妓さん全て最高でした!

Reviewed by: 国内旅行初心者, 2023/08/12

海外からの親戚が来日。初めての京都ということで、何か特別な思い出になれば、と申し込みました。同行する私と子供は5ヶ月前に京都旅行をしたばかり。。私たちにとっても普通の京都旅行では経験しないことを、と思い、夏ということもあり、川床の夕食にしました。夏に京都に行くなら川床にいきたい、と常々おもっていました。舞妓さんにも会える日程ということで、親戚にはどんな夕食か詳しく説明せず、サプライズにしました。
選んだすき焼きはボリュームたっぷり。お肉も柔らかく美味しい。川床も涼しく、虫の声が涼しげ。川面に写る提灯も情緒たっぷり。そして可愛らしい舞妓さんがにこやかに応対してくれ、写真もたくさんとらせていただきました。スタッフのかたも写真を撮ってくれたり、お茶などのおかわりも、すぐ快く対応してくれました。バスの運転手さんもとても愛想のいいかたでした。外国人の親戚にも、子供にも大好評で、大正解でした。舞妓さんの踊りを間近で見ることができ、素敵な思い出になりました。またぜひ行きたいです!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/08/11
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun experience for family

Reviewed by: Sakura in NJ, 2023/08/12

It was a very fun experience. We always wanted to try making food sample and our whole family enjoyed so much. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and they are making sure we were doing just fine. Highly recommend this place.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
I would be very happy if you could enjoy it with your family. It's finished very well. Please come visit us again when you visit Japan.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/08/11
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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>

とってもよかった

Reviewed by: Ricky, 2023/08/12

初めての経験でしたが、親切に教えていただき、
不器用ながら楽しく、いい物⁉️を作ることができました!
ぜひ、次も体験したいです!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/08/11
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun and unique experience

Reviewed by: Sabine, 2023/08/07

After reading the excellent reviews I had to book this activity for me and my 16-year-old son (mid July 2023) and I have to agree with the other reviewers: it was a lot of fun and a unique experience. The instructor was really nice and helpful, he explained everything to us in English and was very patient and supportive. We had time to choose our "ingredients" and both our ice cream sundaes turned out really well. Due to the perfect packaging we brought them back home safely. We highly recommend trying it yourself!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
Sorry for my not fluent English.
Create a food sample that is Japanese culture
I am happy.
Please visit us again when you visit Japan.
We'll be expecting you

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/09
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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>

浅草 江戸切子体験

Reviewed by: よっち, 2023/08/05

友達との下町巡りで体験しました。
こんなに真剣に何かに取り組むなんて、学生時代を思い出して、みんなとても楽しいひと時を過ごしました。
出来上がったグラスは出来はそこそこでしたが、それぞれ格別の仕上がり。
とても楽しかったです!
日本の伝統工芸に触れるいい機会でもありました。またチャレンジしたいです。

  • 真剣

  • なかなかの出来

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/07/16
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

AWESOME!

Reviewed by: Study Group, 2023/08/02

They speak Japanese and a little bit of Japanese English It's not easy to understand but it helps to get communicated.
But, Their service mind is great, smile all time and kindly answer our question.
the sample things are good quality and we got a great experience.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
I have to study English more.
Thank you for your understanding.
I hope you enjoyed the experience

Rating:
Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/07/26
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Sarah, 2023/07/30

I've always wanted to make one of these food samples, and was happy to find this opportunity using the Chika Toku (extra value) system from the Tokyo Metro pass. Although the explanation was in Japanese, the staff made sure I understood what to do and even showed me exactly how to proceed. It was a wonderful experience and a fun way to spend a couple hours.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
If you enjoyed the food sample experience
I am happy.
All staff should be able to speak more English
I will do my best.
We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Japan.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/07/29
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great Experience

Reviewed by: DadAndDaughter, 2023/07/29

The activity was a ton of fun! Me and my 7 year old attended, the instructor was very helpful and friendly with both of us and provided clear guidance and explanations. Our instructor's English was quite capable, and used a translation app to bridge the gap. As for the food samples themselves it was a lot of fun, easy to understand, and the results are super realistic! Great souvenirs!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
So that foreigners can also enjoy
I am also studying English, but I will try harder. Please come visit us again when you visit Japan.
We'll be expecting you

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/07/09
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Mesmerizing experience

Reviewed by: Vojta, 2023/07/27

We had a great time while doing our cups. Very friendly environment with a lot of knowlwdge and fun during the workshop. Highly recommended for everyone!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/07/01
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Amazing one-day kintsugi experience

Reviewed by: Melissa, 2023/07/26

I have been intrigued by kintsugi philosophy in the last few years and was thrilled to find this one-day workshop that enabled me to get some hands-on experience with the process. Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were so kind and welcoming, making sure I understood each piece of the process and answering questions patiently and thoughtfully. Yoshiko took photos throughout the workshop and emailed them to me later (so grateful as I attended as a solo traveler), and Yoshiichiro wrote out my name in kanji so I could sign my cup in Japanese -- so cool! They even made sure I knew where I could purchase my own kintsugi materials here in Tokyo in case I wanted to try it at home on my own. At the end of the workshop, they packaged up my cup to ensure it will safely make the journey back home in my suitcase. I cannot say enough good things about this experience and its incredible facilitators-- this afternoon will remain of my most treasured memories from my time in Japan.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/07/20
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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>

親子3代で体験

Reviewed by: みずた, 2023/07/18

普段は海外暮らしのため、子供と祖母とで親子3代、日本文化の体験をさせていただきました。とても楽しく、自作の切子グラスがいい記念になりました。
おばあちゃん達は老眼鏡持参、娘は髪をまとめて結ったので、作業に集中できました。先生が分かりやすく説明してくださり、作業中も明るく励ましてくださった他、コツなどもそれぞれに個別にアドバイスいただけたので、完成した作品にも満足です。
職人さんが作る切子ガラスの作品の見方についても聞くことができたので、とても良い体験となりました。ありがとうございました。

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/14
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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>

楽しかった

Reviewed by: あゆさん, 2023/07/17

初めての経験でしたが
とても丁寧おしていただき楽しい時間でした。
初心者でも楽しくでき
世界に一つしかない自分のグラスを作れて大満足でした。
一人ずつ機械がありゆっくりじっくりできたのでよかったです。

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/07/15
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Jessica , 2023/07/16

This was a wonderful hands-on experience in which you learn from two masters the craft of mending broken things. You are served tea and snacks to begin, then you get to choose an antique item to repair. You are guided step by step through the process and you end up with a functional and beautiful piece of your own to take home. highly recommend even if you don't think of yourself as crafty.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/07/15
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

I LOVE PARFAIT

Reviewed by: Diana milky hama, 2023/07/16

The guy there was so nice to us like he was teaching us and was so patient and was so good. And like the other staff kept smiling at us and they were so nice. And they let us make stuff without reservation. And the charms they sell there are so cute too. YAYYYYYYY

  • Happy family with the guy

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us. If you say so
be our encouragement.
Please come visit us again when you visit Japan.
We'll be expecting you.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/15
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

A therapeutic and interesting way to learn about Japanese culture

Reviewed by: Ryan , 2023/07/14

While the shop is a little out of the way (about a 15 minute walk from the nearest train station), it's 100% worth it. The people working and hosting you treat you like family and teach you about Kintsugi in an easy to understand way. And yes at least one of them knows English so that's not an issue. The shop is small but homey and the activity itself is very calming. Coming from someone who is not only bad at art but actively dislikes it, I plan to do this again when I come back to Japan. It will take anywhere from 2-3 hours total so keep that in mind. If you are on the fence about this, please do it. The people are lovely and you get to create and keep a unique souvenir all while learning a little bit about the Japanese culture, well worth it.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/07/13
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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>

めっちゃ楽しかったです。

Reviewed by: なんこ, 2023/07/06

場所は一瞬通り過ぎてもおかしくないくらいの所でしたけど、お店の方がお出迎えしてくれてたのでわかりました。1階がお店で2階で体験させて貰いましたが、平日の昼間で参加者が少なかった事もあり、ゆっくり丁寧に教えて貰いました。練習もそうですけど、デザインとかグラス選びも焦らされることもなくアドバイスだけ頂けてやりやすかったです。
初めての体験で自分の技術では、やっぱり思ったようなデザインにできないかもとか思いましたし、途中少し失敗もしましたが、修正を先生に頼んだら、私のミスも何とかごまかせました。
近くで見たら色々気になる所もありますが、初めてにしては結構納得できるものができたし、機会があればまたやってみたいです。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/07/03
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Such a fun activity!

Reviewed by: Jessica, 2023/07/01

This was a great experience for crafters of all ages. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about their materials, and very receptive to be asked about procedures. There's a tablet with Google Translate available on-hand to help move through any language bumps, and staff was incredibly accommodating towards all levels of Japanese proficiency. I definitely plan to bring english-only friends back here on a future trip.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for visiting us.
We are very happy to receive many compliments.
Food replicas are a culture unique to Japan.
I hope you enjoyed the experience.
Wewill study English more.
Please come visit us again when you visit Japan.
We'll be expecting you.
Yamato Sample Manufacturing Staff

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/06/26
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Excellent Experience!!

Reviewed by: Rhianna, 2023/06/29

We really loved our experience learning Kintsugi here. We learned a lot, enjoyed the process, and will definitely keep practicing Kintsugi when we get home! The hosts were absolutely lovely people, and I highly recommend this course. Thank you

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/28
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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>

リベンジ出来ました✨

Reviewed by: まっすぅ, 2023/06/23

以前、違うお店の切子体験をやりましたが、上手くいかず残念な思いをし、今回、リベンジで再挑戦しました。
お店が違うからか、前回より思うように出来て、無事リベンジを果たし最高の作品が出来ました✨

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/06/21
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