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[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Wonderful, enchanting experience

Reviewed by: Leilani W

The opportunity to see the Gion Odori was such a lovely and unique pleasure. The dance was beautiful, and the costumes and sets were spectacular. I highly recommend this to anyone wanting to see into the traditional and exquisite world of Geiko and Maiko.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/11/18
Activity Date: 2016/11/10

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

Great experience!

Reviewed by: Grover

We enjoyed every moment of this tour. It was well organized. The Kaiseki dinner was delicious. It gave us a taste of various kinds of Japanese traditional food. The Maiko dance was beautiful and captivating. After the dance, we had a short stroll at the very beautiful Japanese garden which was very enjoyable! The last brief stop of the tour was going to the top of a mountain to see the night view of Kyoto which ended the evening perfectly. We just found we hadn't had enough of all of it!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/12
Activity Date: 2016/11/04

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great cultural experience!

Reviewed by: Grover

It's great that Veltra offered this service which allowed me to buy the ticket in advance. The tickets of this performance were actually only sold at the theater
As I bought it in advance via Veltra, I just collected my ticket at the entrance without worrying about the queue and out of tickets. The show was actually full house when I arrived there! So I highly recommended to buy ticket online in advance.
Before the show, there was a brief tea session in a big room with Maiko performing tea ceremony. The dance performance was like going back in time and totally immersed into Japanese culture!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/12
Activity Date: 2016/11/03

狂言ラウンジ大藏基誠 ラウンジパーティと狂言公演を組み合わせた新感覚ライブ 満足度NO.1の人気イベントが復活!<選べるベルトラ限定プラン>

Even first-timers can enjoy it! 初めての人でも楽しめる!

Reviewed by: まーたん

I had only been there once during high school, so I went in almost as a first-timer. I was worried about whether I would understand, but thanks to the explanation provided by the modernized stage arrangement before it started, I was able to enjoy it very much. I want to go again!

高校生の頃に行ったことがあるだけだったので、ほぼ初めての状態で行きました。
理解ができるか不安でしたが、始まる前に、現代的にアレンジした舞台による解説のおかげでとても楽しむことができました。また行きたいと思います!

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Packages: 10/21(金) 「文荷」(ふみにない) チケットのみ
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/12
Activity Date: 2016/10/21

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Seat

Reviewed by: Leika Ejiri

The show was perfect, but my seat had a partial view of it! I was disappointed because I paid the same amount as other people but couldn't enjoy 100% of the show.

  • View from my seat

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/11/11
Activity Date: 2016/11/09

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

The essence of Gion

Reviewed by: Victoria

This is the meaning of it all, this is what the Geiko & Maiko are trained for. And this might be one of the very few opportunities that a tourist can see a Geiko perform. Not to be missed if you are in Kyoto during this period.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/11
Activity Date: 2016/11/09

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Fun and Unique - A must!

Reviewed by: Ellie

We had no idea what to expect for this experience but we were pleasantly surprised. We each made a plastic parfait and it was so much fun. Our teacher was super friendly and encouraging, and he spoke English well. It's a little bit out of the way from the centre of Tokyo, but worth the trip. Definitely give this a go if you have some spare time and want something unique.

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Hello Guest

Thank you very much for coming to the store this time.
I receive high evaluation and I think in an honor.
Did you enjoy a food sample experience
I'm waiting for the coming which is again by all means.

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Packages: Full Size Parfait with 6 Pieces of Fruit
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/11
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Definitely worth doing! :)

Reviewed by: Sarah

It was a really good experience, definitely worth doing. We had really good seats right at the front, and thoroughly enjoyed each performance. One of the highlights whilst staying in Kyoto.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/10
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great tradition

Reviewed by: Nobody

Beautiful show of gheishas dancing singing and displaying beautiful kimonos and other costumes

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/08
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great performance

Reviewed by: Bob

We went to the tea ceremony and geisha performance in Kyoto and thought both weee wonderful. The geisha doing the tea was stunningly graceful- beautiful to watch. Re the performance, the Kabuki in Tokyo had finished the October sessions and the place in Kyoto was still not open after renovations but this performance was fabulous alternative. Beautiful costumes, live musicians, well designed sets etc made for a dramatic performance- not just beautiful girls moving around to recorded music.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/08
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Wonderful experience in Kyoto!

Reviewed by: Carlos Eduardo

Everything was perfect. The tickets were reserved by the time we checked in and the place of the seats were very good (third row quite near to the stage).

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/07
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Beautiful performance

Reviewed by: Alina

It was very beautiful and interesting show. As foriegner I didn't understand anything from songs, but I want to mention orchestra, very beautiful melodies. I enjoyed the show. Thank you!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/07
Activity Date: 2016/11/02

奈良駅発 日帰りバスツアー 法隆寺+中宮寺+慈光院+薬師寺+唐招提寺<約7時間/昼食付/JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発>

A one-day sightseeing bus tour from "Ikaruga no Sato," known for Hōryū-ji, to "Nishinokyō." 法隆寺で知られる「斑鳩の里」から「西ノ京」を巡る 1日観光バスツアー

Reviewed by: ひろともぞう

The veteran guide's knowledge was exceptional, and we were able to cover everything efficiently. It would have been impossible to do this on our own. I was very satisfied.

効率よく回れ、とにかくベテランガイドさんの知識は申し分なかったです。
個人手配ではとても回れません。
大満足でした。

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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: Families
Posted on: 2016/11/05
Activity Date: 2016/11/04

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great show, great seats!

Reviewed by: Stefan

As my heading states the show was great and the seats were perfect, we were sitting on the wing with a perfect eye level view of the stage.

  • View from the seat!

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/04
Activity Date: 2016/11/02

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

authentic performance

Reviewed by: A.Liang

We were very happy with the show and even more pleased we had the opportunity to be a part of the annual dance performance. The final act was beautifully done with Maikos and Geishas. The tea ceremony was quite rushed and did not resemble a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Overall a real authentic cultural experience, without any pictures as they were not allowed.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/03
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

【着物レンタル】 ロマンあふれる小樽の街並みを難しい珍しい色合いを持っている合成素材にはない質感と美しさを伝統的な正絹の着物をお楽しみください。<小樽市>

It became a great memory. 良い記念になりました

Reviewed by: riritaro

I dressed my daughter in a kimono for her coming-of-age ceremony. The fitting was done with great taste, and my daughter was very happy. We were even asked by foreign tourists to take photos together... We also enjoyed a luxurious sightseeing experience in Otaru by riding in a rickshaw. Meeting the wonderful people of Otaru made for a delightful trip.

成人式に着物を着せないままだった娘と二人で着せて頂きました。
センスの良い着付をして頂き、娘もとても喜んでおりました。
外国人観光客の方が写真を一緒にと言われたり。。。
人力車にも乗り贅沢な小樽観光になりました。
小樽の素敵な方々に出会えて、楽しい旅行になりました。

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We are very happy to hear that you and your child enjoyed wearing kimono in Otaru. Please come again if you have the opportunity. Thank you very much.

このたびは、親子さまで着物で小樽を
楽しんでいただけたようで、こちらも
うれしい限りです。。。
機会がありましたらまた、お越しくださいませ。
ありがとうございました。

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Packages: 1時間コース
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/10/30
Activity Date: 2016/10/25

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

Enjoyed Maiko Performance!

Reviewed by: Ken and Karen

It was such a treat to see actual Maiko performance along with a nice kaiseki dinner. The evening tour of Kyoto was an added bonus. The Shozan Garden was beautiful!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/23
Activity Date: 2016/10/16

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

Fun night

Reviewed by: Dan

The food was good, could do with a bit more, but the drinks are in abundance. The hostess on the night was friendly, knowledgeable and inclusive. The diners on the next table were so much fun, despite minimal English. I would definitely recommend the cruise.

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Packages: Standard Cruise (Until Sept 30)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/22
Activity Date: 2016/10/01

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great experience and friendly staff, this is the place to go

Reviewed by: Kenton

Went with wife and mother. Very friendly staff. We were helped by a younger fellow who was very nice. No problem with the language barrier. Everyone had a good time. If you want to try your hand at making fake food, this is the place to visit. Afterward, they boxed our creations very securely so we can transport them safely home. It takes a day to cure, so try to give yourself time so it can survive the flight back.

Thanks for the great experience!

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Hello  Kenton

Thank you very much for coming to the store.
If you'd enjoy a food sample experience, I'm glad.
I receive high evaluation and thank you very much.

The work I had a customer make breaks for packing.I go carefully.

I'm waiting for the coming which is again by all means.

Thanks



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Packages: Mini Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/10/21
Activity Date: 2016/10/17

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

Beautiful place

Reviewed by: Erik Payne

The Shouzen Garden is so beautiful, especially at night. The maiko dance and kaiseki dinner were extraordinary. One word to sum it up- -unforgettable! Do go!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/10/17
Activity Date: 2016/10/14

Kyoto Private Kaiseki Dinner at Traditional Restaurant with Maiko Dance Show

Private Maiko Dance

Reviewed by: Clara

Seeing performance by Geisha is a must do in Japan. In the past you need to know someone from the tea house to arrange such activity and a private dinner. It's very nice that we can book private performance and dinner with a Maiko (geisha trainee) via the internet nowadays with English translator. Highly recommended activity.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much for booking the dinner with us, we are glad to hear you enjoyed the experience!
We shall continue to strive to provide the best service possible for our guests.

Best Regards, Kyohanamachi Kawamura

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Packages: Dinner Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/15
Activity Date: 2016/10/12

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great lesson more for kids

Reviewed by: Jamie

Was really looking forward to the wax making but this was rather simple. Would have loved for a harder course for adults too.

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Hello Jamie

We thank you for your visit
Thank you for also high rating
We look forward to come again for your visit

ITO

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Packages: Tart or Cupcake Key Holder
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/10/13
Activity Date: 2016/10/11

Traditional Shodo Calligraphy Lesson in Kyoto with an English-Speaking Teacher

A great cultural experience

Reviewed by: Sandra

We really enjoyed our calligraphy lesson, very well organised with great explanations in English with plenty of information about the cultural aspects of calligraphy in Japanese. Very achievable for all levels, and beautiful results to take home.

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Dear Sandra,

Thank you very much for writing a review for us. We are more than glad to know that you enjoyed the class and felt in that way. We also had a great time with five of you. We look forward to meeting you again someday, before long.

Warm Regards,
Kimi on behalf of Kiyomi

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/10/11
Activity Date: 2016/10/07

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

All-you-can-drink on a shared yakatabune (houseboat)❗ 乗り合い屋形船で飲み放題❗

Reviewed by: やぽち

At night, the view of Odaiba and the Tokyo Skytree from a yakatabune on the Sumida River is just beautiful! ✨ It's a different kind of splendor compared to the view from the ground. They even give you time for photos, and the food is quite delicious! Especially the tempura of the sweetfish—so good! I became friends with people I didn't know just moments ago. Shared yakatabune experience is the best! ✨

夜、屋形船で隅田川から見るお台場やスカイツリーのなんて綺麗なこと❕✨地上から眺める景色とはまた一味違う華やかさです。ちゃんとお写真タイムもとってくれるし食事も普通に美味しいし❗特にきすの天ぷら❗ちょーうまい❗さっきまで知らなかった人ともうお友達乗り合い屋形船 最高です❕✨

  • 景色も料理も言うことなし❕✨

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Packages: 【9/30まで】通常プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/08
Activity Date: 2016/10/06

Machiya House Tour at Nishijin Tondaya in Kyoto

Fun Tea Time

Reviewed by: Sarah

My friend and I had a wonderful time. The hostess was super quick at getting the kimono on and having us ready to walk around. She was friendly and was very thorough when going through the history of the house and some of the meanings behind the tea ceremony. We had a great time despite the other couple we were doing the experience with being sour the whole time.

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Thank you for coming to Tondaya. If you had inconvenient situation ,we are so sorry . Hope see you again !

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Packages: Machiya Townhouse Tour, Kimono Dressing Experience and Tea Ceremony
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/09/23
Activity Date: 2016/09/12

Morning Tour to Uji and Byodoin Temple with a Tea Ceremony from Kyoto

Reviewed by: Jiankun

It was a good and informative trip. A bit of history and culture learning. The tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful. Wish it had been longer.

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Posted on: 2016/09/05

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A wonderful day

Reviewed by: Vanessa

The staff there is very nice, friendly, patient and helpful. The workshop is also very interesting with detailed explanations. They always try to let you participate in as many steps as possible. Also, they pack your lovely food samples with good care. I am particularly impressed by how firendly and helpful our workshop tutor is - he tells us how to get to the nearest station in the most convenient and cheapest way with a printed map, and immediately looks for and recommends me a great udon shop when we tell him we would like to have udon as our lunch. He also speaks slowly to pander to my standard of Japanese. We really enjoy chatting with him much :)! It is definitely one of the most remarkable and marvelous memories throughout our journey. They are undoubtedly the loveliest people I have ever met in Tokyo. Thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful day in Tokyo.

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Dear Ms.Vanessa

Come We will thank you very much.
It is an honor to enjoy.
When I came to Japan, also we will have to wait!
Please take care of yourself.

Ito ryo

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Packages: Ramen
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/09/04
Activity Date: 2016/08/31

サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

So-so. まあまあ

Reviewed by: K.I

It was just okay.
Deciding in advance on the tenderness of the meat based on previous reviews was the right choice.
The cruise felt like it was just going around the port, so I couldn't really enjoy the scenery.
Overall, it seemed like the atmosphere was geared towards people from China and Korea.

まあまあかな。
料理は以前のレビューを参考にしてお肉の固さをあらかじめ決めたのは正解でした。
クルーズは港をまわる感じで、いまいち景色を楽しめなかった。
全体的の雰囲気としては中国や韓国の人を対象にしてるみたいでした。

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Nickname: K.I.

Thank you very much for using our dinner cruise ship, the Moby Dick.

We are pleased to hear that you provided instructions regarding the cooking level based on feedback from previous passengers, and that we were able to serve you as you wished.

In recent years, we have seen a significant increase in travelers from the Asian region. We will continue to strive to be a beloved ship that allows visitors to fully enjoy the beautiful waters of Okinawa while having a great time.

We sincerely look forward to your next opportunity to board with us.

September 7, West Marine Staff

ニックネーム: K.I様

この度は弊社ディナークルーズ船モビーディック号をご利用いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。

以前ご乗船された方のご意見を参考にされて、
当日は焼き加減の指示をいただいたとのことですが、
ご希望のとおりご提供できた様子で嬉しく存じます。

近年、アジア圏からのご旅行の方のご利用も大変増えてきています。
観光に来られた方々に沖縄の海を満喫していただきながら楽しんでいただけるよう、
これからもみなさまに愛される船を目指して参ります。

またのご乗船ご機会、こころよりお待ち申し上げております。
9/7 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同

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Packages: 牛リブロースステーキ&魚介コース
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/09/03
Activity Date: 2016/09/01

サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

Even a 1-year-old child is thrilled. 1歳の子供も大喜び

Reviewed by: ゆうとお父さんお母さん

We had a wonderful time. Thank you very much. Our one-year-old child was excited and very happy. The weather was nice, the food was satisfying, and all the staff provided great service. We made wonderful memories as a family.

素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができました。
ありがとうございました。1歳の子供もはしゃいで大喜びでした。天気も良く、食事も満足、スタッフ皆さんにも良い対応をして頂きました。家族で良い思い出が出来ました。

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Nickname: Yuto's Mom and Dad

Thank you very much for using our Mobydick dinner cruise. We appreciate your feedback☆

We are very pleased to hear that you and your child enjoyed the experience on board.

Our special meals on the ship are chosen by many for celebrating anniversaries and special days. We also offer arrangements that will create lasting memories for your family, so we look forward to your next reservation with us.

9/7 West Marine Staff

ニックネーム: ゆうとお父さんお母さん様

この度は弊社モビーディック号ディナークルーズ船をご利用いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
ご感想投稿いただきありがとうございます☆

お子様と一緒にご乗船いただき、楽しんでいただけたご様子、
スタッフ一同大変嬉しく存じます。

船上での特別なお食事は、皆様に記念日や特別な日のお祝いに選んでいただいています。
ご家族の思い出に残る演出も承っておりますので、
またご機会がございました、ご乗船ご予約お待ち申し上げております。

9/7 ウエストマリン スタッフ一同

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Packages: 牛肉のサイコロステーキ&魚介のグラタンコース
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/09/02
Activity Date: 2016/08/31

サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

Sunset Cruising サンセットクルージング

Reviewed by: K.Y.

The steak for the meal was terrible, tough, and inedible. They didn't ask how I wanted it cooked and served it well done. I've heard that all the steaks are cooked the same way, but this isn't school lunch. It was the worst. Also, I don't know what language the people around me were speaking, but they were loud and noisy. I can't recommend this place to anyone, and we won't be using it again.

食事のステーキはまずくてかたくて食えない。焼き方も希望を聞きに来ないで、well done
に焼いていた。聞くところによれば焼き方はすべて同じ、ということだが学校のの給食ではない。最低だった。 また、周囲はどこの国の言葉か知らないが大きな声でしゃべりやかましい。
これでは人にも勧められないし、私たちも二度と利用しない。

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Packages: 牛リブロースステーキ&魚介コース
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/08/29
Activity Date: 2016/08/26