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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

Kintsugi course

Reviewed by: Mahazosoa , 2019/12/14

I really enjoyed this two hours and a half of Kintsugi. we got a lot of information on the techniques and on Japanese culture as well. It was organised in order that that we can continue on our own. The materials were well listed and described and I found them easily in Tokyu hands. many many thanks

  • Introduction with the list of materials

  • painting with gold the chips repaired on a Meiji cup ( 1868 onward)

  • it is not yet finished. It still needs gold powdering as finition. Many thanks for All

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/11/20
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食品サンプル体験　寿司・ラーメン・カレー・ピザなど 食事系のサンプルを制作！種類豊富な選べるプラン♪短時間30分から体験可能＜池袋／北池袋駅徒歩5分＞

とても貴重な経験

Reviewed by: pon, 2019/12/14

旅行で日本に来ていた外国人の友達を連れての訪問でした。
自分で通訳をするので一番簡単そうな寿司のフードサンプルを作りましたが、アシスタントの方がしっかり説明して下さりとても喜んでもらえました。
また同じような場面で利用したいと思います。

Comments from activity operators

pon様

この度はご来店頂きましてありがとうございました。また高い評価も頂き恐縮です。
皆様に楽しく体験して頂けたなら
嬉しく思います。是非またのご来店お待ちしております。

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/24
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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

kintsugi workshop

Reviewed by: stevie, 2019/12/11

The walk from train station to the workshop was delightful in the morning of a day in November. Extremely well structured and presented content. Delicious homemade tea and snacks. Concisely explained and taught skills fundamentally required for us as beginners who might very well be engaging ourselves with the art in the future. It amends not only ceramics but many other things that might have been put away for unspoken reasons for ages. Kintsugi from now on is more than just a new skill to me. It's going to be a way of life.

Yoshi and Yoshiko, thank you!

  • My homework^^

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/10
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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

Definitely a good idea to spend a great time - come with friends or alone!

Reviewed by: Cecile, 2019/12/06

Very warm and simple introduction to kintsugi with the possibility to check picture books about its history and evolution.
As a complete beginner I was glad to meet the adorable teachers and to taste their delicious welcome cake and fruit tea :).

This workshop remains one of the best memories of my stay Tokyo! And a list of tools is provided so you can even buy them afterwards.

If you want to spend a good time and discover the basics of contemporary diy kintsugi, while visiting a cute and quiet, non-touristy area of Tokyo, this is your activity!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/09/25
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Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

An unforgettable anniversary celebration

Reviewed by: Shane, 2019/12/05

The boat staff provided great service, and the food and drinks were delicious! During the cruise, there were a couple times when we were allowed up on top of the boat, to look at the Tokyo Skytree and also near the Yokohama Marina area. And there was also a traditional Japanese "lion dance", the first of which I had ever seen in person. It was a unique opportunity to bring the boat guests and crew together.
My wife and I were celebrating our 6-month anniversary, and so during the last part of the cruise, the MC came up to our table to invite us in front of everyone to announce why we were celebrating, and everyone cheered for us. It was a lovely memory for us, and I appreciated the opportunity so much.

  • View from the boat launch

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/09/28
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Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

A lovely evening cruising the harbour

Reviewed by: Judy, 2019/12/04

The views were wonderful. The meal was great and the staff were excellent.

  • A Happy Birthday

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/09/26
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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 or 晴海乗船場発＞by 晴海屋

都心のビル灯りを背景に伝統芸能付きの宴。日本人なら一度は味わうべし。

Reviewed by: エリック, 2019/12/02

2回目の参加。東京に居て非日常の夜を体験できます。
総勢40名程の方と一緒でしたが、
誕生日のお祝い、起業のお祝い、還暦のお祝い、そして外国からの参加など
めでたい方々と"芸"の時間で一緒になって歌って踊って、まさに宴。
お祝いをぱぁ～っとされたい方や外国の方を招くには最高の体験。

食事の天ぷらも、アレルギー持ちの家族に合わせて揚げる順番を考慮してくださいました。

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/01
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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 or 晴海乗船場発＞by 晴海屋

また主人といきます。

Reviewed by: chagu, 2019/12/01

なにもかも最高でした☆ 料理も おもてなしも夜景もずっと母と幸せだね〜って話してました。
ありがとうございました。

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/29
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Traditional Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Class in Osaka

Personalised class in doing calligraphy

Reviewed by: KathyR , 2019/12/01

Our hostess was charming and friendly. She was able to demonstrate and explain the art of calligraphy very clearly and we had a great time practicing our words and names and then producing a copy to take home and frame. My son and I were the only ones in the class so had her undivided attention. She was very complimentary about all our efforts.
As a bonus we asked for the recommendation for any nearby sushi restaurants, and she sent us to a sensational place.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/29
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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＞

One of the best team outing ever! チームビルディングの一環としていい経験となりました。

Reviewed by: pen-chan, 2019/11/29

The Edo Kiriko lesson was done all in English.
We had office exchange colleague from Germany and the explanation/instructions were very easy to follow.
Pros:
-venue close to the station
-easy to understand instructions in English
-lots of glasses to chose from
-can take your "art work" home on the day
-though it involves cutting and carving, it was very safe
-everyone was very happy with the finished work
-very photogenic
-many interesting places to eat out afterwords (good location)
-lots of fun and it is beutiful
Cons:
-could only use cash for paying on the day
-any discount prices for second time on words?
-many not be so good for a team of more than 6 at a time since they only have 6 cutting machines
-90 min may not be enough time if you want to make more than one

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for attending the workshop!
We are glad that you had fun with us.
Actually we have 3 rooms and the maximum number of people is 36.
And there's 2h program in our website (not on veltra).

We are looking forward to serving you again.
Thank you!

Sokichi

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/27
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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

One of the best things I did in Tokyo

Reviewed by: Jennifer, 2019/11/26

The kind couple who run Kuge Crafts make very efficient use of the time allotted. You’ll repair only a very small break in a beautiful cup, but while you wait for various materials to harden/dry/etc., you’ll learn about the history of kintsugi, other similar art forms, and other kintsugi techniques besides epoxy putty. The treats served are delicious too. I came away wanting to do this at home; luckily you’ll receive a shopping list and photo to take to Tokyo Hands so you can buy anything you won’t find at home before you leave town.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/11/24
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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＞

素敵なグラスができました。

Reviewed by: いのき, 2019/11/26

母の誕生日お祝いに、母と2人で参加しました。初めてで、うまくできるか不安でしたが、インストラクターの先生がとても親切で、2人ともとても素敵なグラスを作成することができました。グラス、お持ち帰りができ、この価格はコスパ高いと思います。とても良かったです。

  • 二人が作った江戸切子のグラスです。

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/24
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Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Birthday Dinner Cruise with Warm Japanese Ambiance

Reviewed by: L. G. Michael Brown, 2019/11/26

Everything went smoothly! Check-in process was efficient and we were warmly greeted and taken to out seats. Smooth sailing, great food and drinks, and very professional staff. I will go again with a bigger group of friends next time. It was awesome! Plus, it was my birthday and the group all sang to me. Thank you!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/24
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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＞

最後は写真撮影ができるよ！

Reviewed by: なみこ, 2019/11/24

一人で参加しました。私以外はペアで参加していて、全部で4組です。
少人数で説明も丁寧でした。初めに星を3つ掘る練習の時間があって、好きなグラスで本番です。デザインは机上のサンプルから好きなデザインを選びます。なかなか見本のようにできませんが、大きな修正はスタッフの方がごまかしてくれました。
色付きのグラスは追加料金が発生します。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/11/23
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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

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Anna, 2019/11/20

The shop owners are stunning experts of the craft. They were extremely kind and wonderful teachers! An incredible and authentic experience that I recommend to all!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/09
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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

Great beginner course

Reviewed by: Jen from Australia , 2019/11/18

I really enjoyed this introduction to kintsugi and came away with a lovely souvenir! The couple who ran the course were very patient and the cake was delicious.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/11/16
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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＞

またやりたい！

Reviewed by: LINDA, 2019/11/16

きれいに切れなくても先生がうまくフォローしてくださりちゃんとした作品に出来上がりました。アドバイスも親切丁寧、不器用な私にも根気よく付き合ってくださいました。
遠方からわざわざ参加した友人達も大満足で、皆でまたやりたいね、と言っています。

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/10/25
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Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Robert, 2019/11/12

What a nice experience in Tokyo. The hosts did not speak a lot of English, but this did not take away from the dinner at all. We felt welcome during the cruise, and all of the guests were friendly.

Easily exceeded our expectations!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/11/10
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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

Incredible experience - we would certainly go again!

Reviewed by: Antoni, 2019/11/12

What a beautiful experience with KUGE Crafts - we would definately visit again as it was educational as well as practical. We really learnt a lot and we took our art home with us!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/10
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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

My wonderful exprience in Yamato food sample

Reviewed by: Norwahidah Shariff, 2019/11/10

Very friendly and helpful instructors, easy to learn activity.
This was my first time and I loved it

  • My Valuable Experience

  • My ramen

Comments from activity operators

Customer
Thank you for visiting this time.
I hope you enjoyed it.
Please come to Tokyo again when you come to Tokyo.
We'll be expecting you.
staff

Rating:
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/10/14
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【貸切催行】舞妓さんまたは芸妓さん 舞鑑賞＋懐石料理 老舗高級料亭 東観荘で特別な体験 昼食・夕食から選択可＜飲み放題付／撮影自由／宮川町＞

可愛い舞妓さんにお酌してもらえて震えました

Reviewed by: 雲の南, 2019/11/08

古風な佇まいの料亭の料理は大変素晴らしいものでした。そしてそれ以上に可愛い舞妓さんとのひと時には身体が震える思いでした。宮川町の小えんちゃんの凛とした舞に鳥肌。日常では体験できない世界を魅せてもらえたことは永く記憶に刻まれると思います。小えんちゃん！素敵でしたよ！！

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/11/06
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Japanese Cultural Experience and Geisha Performance at EDOCCO Chaya in Tokyo

Muy recomendable!

Reviewed by: Mili, 2019/11/06

Nos encantó esta actividad aprendimos mucho sobre la
Cultura Japonesa, las personas muy amables y respondieron a todas nuestras preguntas. Aprendimos cómo preparar el famoso té japonés, sobre caligrafía japonesa, disfrutamos de un lindo baile con una bailarina profesional, nos vestimos todos con kimonos y nos enseñaron origami! Muy divertido se los recomiendo

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2019/09/30
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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＞

もう一度

Reviewed by: ちにー, 2019/09/28

練習時間は少しあります。ただ、練習時間を延ばすと本番が短くなるだけです。
練習では、
・まっすぐに深めの線を作る。
・怖がらずにゆっくり強めに回転ヤスリをグラスに押し当てる。
・溝がキレイなV字型に。
なるように心がけて、少しコツを掴んだらすぐに本番の下書きと削りに入った方がよいです。
溝のV字型が深く彫れていないと、影ができずにのっぺりとした仕上がりになり江戸切子の美しさが出ません。
ポイント消化のためと予約したツアーでしたが、成果品も持ち帰れて使っていけますし、お値段以上の楽しいツアーでした。
もう一度作ればきっともっと上手にできる…と…思います…。

  • 底も模様をつけられます！

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/09/18
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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

Such a discovery !

Reviewed by: Sarah, 2019/09/18

It has been such a nice experience because the hosts were kind and wanted so much to share their knowledge.
Kintsugi wasn't has difficult as I taught : I've just followed what they showed me.
They explained me where I can buy the tools. They made me discover another kind of japanese artcrafts like liquerware.
I loved the way they welcomed me with a delicious mango pie and a fresh fruits drink.
A delightful moment, I advice you to try this experience !

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/08/21
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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

Such a wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Christine , 2019/09/08

This was such a fun, interesting and enjoyable experience! Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were so kind, knowledgeable, helpful. They were very patient as they tried to bridge the language barrier while giving instructions. They had several “cheat sheets” in English to help me understand.

They also were quite hospitable, providing snacks and even taking my photo several times during the repair process. Yoshiko also kindly showed me her ceramics studio, as I had made the piece that I used.

The entire process was easy enough, but patience and care are necessary. They gave me a list of supplies to purchase (and the address of a store so that I could bring those home with me.

Overall, I would highly recommend this experience. It’s a great introduction into the beautiful art of Japanese kintsugi! As an aside, I had mentioned to some of the staff at our hotel that I was taking this class and they scoured the hotel to find some old examples that they had in their possession. When I returned with my piece, the staff were impressed and asked for the contact info so they could recommend the Kuge’s to other hotel guests.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/08/16
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Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Outstanding Dinner Cruise

Reviewed by: Vana Meredith Dabney, 2019/08/24

Everything about the dinner cruise was exceptional! The food was excellent and the views were amazing. There was a large assortment of beverages to chose from. It was the highlight of my trip to Tokyo! It was easy to find and taxi were waiting near by to return to your hotel.

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/07/31
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Summer Beer Garden with Unlimited Drinks and Maiko Dance Performance in Gion

Great time!

Reviewed by: Kat, 2019/08/24

We had a wonderful time at this event. The beer was cold, the hotpot was tasty, and the maiko was very nice. I very much recommend this!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for the good review and coming the other day. it makes us confidence. When you visit Japan at next time, we hope to see you again.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/08/22
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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

A lovely way to learn a peaceful art form!

Reviewed by: Lawrence, 2019/08/23

I had such a good time learning kintsugi, I went straight from their workshop to a craft store (with their extremely helpful bilingual shopping list!) to be able to do it more at home. The Kuge-sans were so welcoming and kind. I brought a small bowl that I had recently broken, and they helped me magically put it back together. They also had beautiful tea cups available to repair.The Kuge-sans do a wonderful job of communicating the joy of kintsugi even without too much English. They were prepared with photos and examples to make every step clear. Overall, the experience was peaceful and satisfying, and definitely a lovely way to rest from the hurry and stress of international travel.

  • The ceramic of this bowl was very delicate so I wasn't sure kintsugi would be possible, but Yoshiichiro made it work!

  • The final dish is beautiful!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/08/21
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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

Such a nice couple

Reviewed by: Tiffany , 2019/08/20

Arrived 20 min late because we were an hour away and got a little lost, but they didn’t mind.

The workshop is led by an elderly couple who have been doing kintsugi for many years. They were even featured in a few books and magazines!

When we arrived, there was mango Mille crepe cake and apple tea, which were both SO GOOD. It’s summer when we went, so the snack and drink were both so refreshing.

We picked our cups and got right to work. They walked us through the process step by step and gave us a list of the steps and materials to buy at the store if we wanted to do kintsugi on our own at home.

We got to see some of the kintsugi works they fixed, and some were so intricately re-pieced, it blew our minds.

Overall, I had so much fun. The couple is super sweet and take pics of you on their iPad as you’re working and email them to you, since your hands are full.

The next time I go back to japan, I will take their class again, without a doubt. I really do recommend taking this class because it’s such a unique experience that I’ll always remember, along with having a completely uniquely fixed cup .

The picture I attached from the book is the picture of the couple.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/08/14
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Summer Beer Garden with Unlimited Drinks and Maiko Dance Performance in Gion

Great experience, great price

Reviewed by: Stephanie, 2019/08/17

This was a great activity. The food and beer was delicious and filling and the entertainment was fantastic. We were able to talk with our Maiko for a few minutes and take a picture with her after her performance. We did not speak very much Japanese (only the very basics), but that did not diminish our experience. We had a great time, and it was nice we didn't have to spend a ton of money on one dinner like some other activities that are available with maiko. I would definitely recommend this if you'd like to meet a maiko and see her perform.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for coming the beer garden dinner the other day and also thank you for give us such a beautiful review!
We are so happy to hear that.
Our beer garden dinner is reasonable price compering with other maiko activities.
I am sure everyone will have fun even if you do not understand Japanese.
We are waiting for your next visit!

Best regards
Gion Shinmonso/Miyuki Koda

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/08/12
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