We LOVED this class - Yoshii and her husband were incredibly hospitable and patient in teaching us the history and basics of kintsugi. They had tea and snacks for us prepared when we arrived and answered all of our (many) questions as the afternoon went on. It was one of our top experiences in Japan and something we will definitely do again when we are back!
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舐めてかかっていました。絵は得意だし手先も器用な方だと思っていたのに 思うように作業が出来ず 自分の不器用さを思い知らされました。先生は的確に優しく指導してくれるし 流暢な英語で外国の方達とコミニケ取りながら 皆さん 和やかに真剣に 取り組んで 楽しかったです。
難しかったけど また挑戦したいと思う。
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娘の就職祝いと私の誕生日のお祝いを兼ね、初めて屋形船に乗りました。
お料理がとても美味しかったです。揚げたての天ぷらは最高です。スタッフの方々が本当に素晴らしい。思い出に残るひとときを過ごさせていただきました。
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What a wonderful way to spend a half-day in Tokyo.
Meeting Yoshiko-san and Yoshiichiro-san was a real pleasure. On a wet and rainy day it was doubly appreciated to be welcomed with a hot cup of tea and a slice of delicious homemade cake.
The Kintsugi course was very hands-on and very informative. I left feeling that I had all the information necessary to do some beautiful repairs at home.
I would easily recommend this course to anyone. It is a very relaxing and educational way to spend a few hours.
Thank you Yoshiko-san and Yoshiichiro-san.
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Activity Date: | 2023/10/09 |
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The location was easy to find and someone was right outside to assist you up to the workshop. The instructor was able to help me and my friend (English speakers) and also others speaking Japanese. His attitude was very positive and encouraging. The workshop may take less time than stated if you have a quick or simple design. Be sure to check out the shop below afterward - there are some really stunning pieces. I would definitely try this again!
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Activity Date: | 2023/10/14 |
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平日の12:00に東観荘へ伺いました。個室に案内され既にテーブルが用意されていました。飲み物と前菜が出された後に舞妓さんが登場して、踊りを2曲披露してくれました。その後に舞妓さんとおしゃべりを色々させてもらいました。まだ18歳くらいの舞妓さんらしく、笑顔がとても可愛いらしい感じでした。何を話そうか事前に質問事項などを考えてきましたが、質問のネタも尽きてしまうくらい、あっという間の2時間でした。
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Activity Date: | 2023/10/05 |
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Our host and hostess were a delightful couple: one the artisan, one his lovely wife who communicated with us.
I had read quite a lot about kintsugi but there is always something new to learn!
I was made to feel very welcome, and it was a fascinating experience.
I would highly recommend this class.
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Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
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夢に見ていたお座敷の屋形船。
やっと乗ることができました。65人も乗れて中は広くとてもきれいでした。
相乗ツアーでしたが、半分の方が外国人のお客様でハネムーンだと言う方もいらっしゃいました。飲み放題と言うことでトイレが心配でしたが、水洗トイレが何個も付いていて全く心配ありませんでした。
船の揺れも全く気になりませんでした。
それより何より船頭さんの司会進行がとっても優雅で英語も流暢で私たちを楽しませてくれました。友達のバースデーサプライズも完璧でした。
お料理も揚げたての天ぷらが出て最高においしかったです。
お台場から見るスカイツリー東京タワーの夜景は最高でした。
感動の連続の屋形船でした。
またぜひ参加させていただきたいと思います。ありがとうございました。。
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Activity Date: | 2023/10/03 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/09/16 |
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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.
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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/26 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/19 |
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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!(^^)
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Activity Date: | 2023/09/07 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/27 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/09/02 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/30 |
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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。
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Activity Date: | 2023/09/02 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/09/02 |
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Our hosts were wonderful teachers and it was a very special experience. HIGHLY recommend.
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Activity Date: | 2023/08/26 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/07/23 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/16 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/19 |
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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!
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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/17 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/13 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/11 |
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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.
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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/11 |
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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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Activity Date: | 2023/08/11 |
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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!
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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Activity Date: | 2023/07/09 |
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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。
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Activity Date: | 2023/07/16 |
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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.
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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Activity Date: | 2023/07/26 |
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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.
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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Activity Date: | 2023/07/29 |
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この度はありがとうございます。
舞妓さんとの貴重なお時間を体験頂き日本の文化を体験頂き
ありがとうございます。
昔ながらの伝統を守りながらお客様に体験していただく様努めてまいります。
貴重なお言葉ありがとうございます。
京花街かわむら