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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>

慈光院でのお茶最高です

Reviewed by: さとちん

ガイドさんも運転手さんも親切。
慈光院でのお茶最高でした。個人での旅行では出会えない場所で父も大変喜んでいました。

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Packages: 薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間(昼食付)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/10/01
Activity Date: 2023/09/30

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun for adults and children

Reviewed by: William

Friendly staff had limited English, but plenty for what we needed to make our parfaits. Fun, not super long, crafting activity that our whole family (including 17 & 11 year olds) enjoyed. They packed the final product amazingly so they made it home with zero damage.

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Thank you for visiting us. I'm glad I was able to get you home safely.
I will study English more.
I hope you enjoyed your experience this time.

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Packages: Full-Sized Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/09/18
Activity Date: 2023/08/26

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

20/10 would recommend!

Reviewed by: Joshua

The directions to the workshop are clear. Yoshiichiro-san and Yoshiro-san are the sweetest couple ever. I thoroughly enjoyed the step-by-step one day workshop. It was informative, easy to follow and it captured the essence of the concept and art of Kintsugi.

I think that Kintsugi really is a beautiful way of thinking and how we can live by embracing imperfections.

I would say though, that the class also depends on the group you attend with. I had really fun workshop mates, which made it even more enjoyable.

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/09/17
Activity Date: 2023/09/16

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

very pleasant experience

Reviewed by: Klee

a very pleasant experience, although it is an introductory course, but the explanation is very clear and easy to understand. both tutors are nice and friendly. highly recommend for others who love Japanese traditional culture.

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/14
Activity Date: 2023/08/19

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>

ガラスの中の煌めく切子の世界..... とっても楽しかったです(^^)

Reviewed by: ユニコーン

花火 お魚 メリーゴーランド 七宝柄 クラゲ バラ..... カラスの中の煌めく世界
体験室のサンプルとして色とりどりのグラスが並んでいました。こんな切子が出来るのかしら...
いざ!レクチャー開始!
講師の方の教え方もとても良かったです。
押し付けがましくもなく、こちらの希望も聞いてくれて、時間一杯までご指導して下さいました。夫はお魚の柄にクラゲを忍ばせて涼やかな水の世界の切子グラスを。私はサンプルのメリーゴーランドの木馬に一目惚れしてしまったので、メリーゴーランドは難しそうだけど、せめて木馬柄をと思っていたら、講師の方は躊躇せずメリーゴーランドの柄になる様指導してくだいました。二人とも自分なりに納得の出来るグラスが仕上がりました。木馬がユニコーンになってしまいましたがそれもご愛嬌です。帰宅後切子グラスに冷水を注ぎ、すりガラス状態となったグラスを眺めて、今日は楽しかったなあと語り合いました。愛着のあるオリジナルグラスを手に乾杯!もしも破れてしまったら悲しいけど、また創吉で作ればいい!お手頃価格で随分値打ちのある切子体験とグラスと思い出を手にする事が出来ました。
皆さん、お勧めですよ!(^^)

  • 魚群に潜むクラゲ^_^

  • ユニコーンのメリーゴーランド

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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/09/08
Activity Date: 2023/09/07

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful evening repairing a Meiji era cup!

Reviewed by: Konrad

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/09/08
Activity Date: 2023/08/27

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Incredible Experience! Heart warming, fun, and authentic!

Reviewed by: Cilla

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/07
Activity Date: 2023/09/02

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful Experience!

Reviewed by: Jon

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/09/04
Activity Date: 2023/08/30

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☆

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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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/09/03
Activity Date: 2023/09/02

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

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/09/03
Activity Date: 2023/09/02

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>

有名どころを効率的に観光できます

Reviewed by: Take

ツアーガイドはマスク着用、バス内の一列目は空けるという決まりをしっかり守り、安心して参加できるツアーです。ガイドさんは暑いなかご案内を頂き感謝しかありません。また、参加者には日傘を貸していただくという配慮もあり快適に参加できました。
各行き先でパンフレットを貰っても全てを読み込むのは難しく、ガイドさんの写真と説明を聞いて大変よく理解できました。

  • 法隆寺南大門。壮大です。

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Packages: 薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間(昼食付)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/08/27
Activity Date: 2023/08/25

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Kintsugi workshop AMAZING

Reviewed by: Puja Vohra

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

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/08/27
Activity Date: 2023/08/26

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>

漏れなく回れました。

Reviewed by: タカゾウ

暑かったけど、空いていてゆっくり見れました。時間配分も良かった。
ガイドさんの的確なオススメと解説がで効率よく廻れます。

  • ガイドさんオススメのカメラ位置

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Packages: 薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間(昼食付)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/08/24
Activity Date: 2023/08/20

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Liz

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/08/23
Activity Date: 2023/07/23

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Una experiencia única

Reviewed by: Mónica

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/08/22
Activity Date: 2023/08/16

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A really enjoyable experience!

Reviewed by: Rita- from Hong Kong

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!

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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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Packages: Mini Curry Rice Smartphone Stand
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/08/21
Activity Date: 2023/08/17

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

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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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/08/20
Activity Date: 2023/08/19

落語、太神楽、和妻!インターナショナルな雰囲気で楽しむ寄席エンターテイメントが神田明神に登場 by 明神笑楽座<インバウンド対応あり/ミニギフト付/催行日限定>

神田明神の参拝と一緒に文化体験⭐︎

Reviewed by: tepopo

インターナショナルな雰囲気でした!落語・太神楽・和妻初心者の私(日本人)にとっても解説が丁寧で、分かりやすく楽しめました♪
観たり聞いたりするだけでなく、実際に小物を使って体験できるので良い経験になります⭐︎小物はお土産に持って帰れたので、帰って主人に披露しました(^.^)
海外の友人が日本に来た際に神田明神に参拝するのと一緒に参加するのも良いなと思いました!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/08/15

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Wonderful!

Reviewed by: Chloe

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/08/15
Activity Date: 2023/08/13

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun experience for family

Reviewed by: Sakura in NJ

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.

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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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Packages: Ramen
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/08/14
Activity Date: 2023/08/11

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

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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Packages: 特選和牛すき焼きコース
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/08/12
Activity Date: 2023/08/11

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

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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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/08/12
Activity Date: 2023/08/11

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun and unique experience

Reviewed by: Sabine

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!

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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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Packages: Full-Sized Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/08/07
Activity Date: 2023/07/09

落語、太神楽、和妻!インターナショナルな雰囲気で楽しむ寄席エンターテイメントが神田明神に登場 by 明神笑楽座<インバウンド対応あり/ミニギフト付/催行日限定>

面白かった

Reviewed by: Y.C

落語など今まで見たことが無かったので、興味があり友人に連れられ参加してみました。
皿回しや手品(和妻、わずまと言うらしい)が結構楽しかったです。
外国人の方も多くいて、また手品などは一部、種あかしでやり方も教えて貰えるので飽きることなく参加できました。知合いに披露しようと思います。笑

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/08/07

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

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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Packages: 江戸切子体験プラン
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/08/05
Activity Date: 2023/07/16

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

AWESOME!

Reviewed by: Study Group

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.

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

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Packages: Mini Ice Cream Sundae with Photo Clip
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/08/02
Activity Date: 2023/07/26

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great workshop!

Reviewed by: Patricia

Fun and family friendly workshop! Hosts were friendly and provided clear and easy instruction. Would love to take another workshop in the future.

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Thank you for coming to our store. Also received a high evaluation
I am happy.
Please try another menu. We'll be expecting you.

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Packages: Mini Ice Cream Sundae with Photo Clip
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/07/31
Activity Date: 2023/06/05

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great Experience

Reviewed by: DadAndDaughter

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!

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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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Packages: Ramen
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/07/31
Activity Date: 2023/07/09

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Sarah

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.

Reply from activity provider

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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Packages: Tart or Cupcake Key Holder
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2023/07/31
Activity Date: 2023/07/29

Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji

Mesmerizing experience

Reviewed by: Vojta

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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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/07/27
Activity Date: 2023/07/01