All Reviews for Art & Crafts Workshops

I participated with three friends who share my interests. The instructor was very friendly, and we had a great time experiencing the activity.

However, unfortunately, the wax sculpture was very delicate. It was perfectly shaped when it was finished, but now it has become covered in bits of tempura batter (laughs). I thought I was handling it carefully since I received proper explanations beforehand, but... (^^ゞ I would have appreciated having a coating agent or something similar.

気の合う仲間３人で参加しました。
とても気さくなインストラクターの方で、楽しく体験することができました。

ただ･･･残念な事に、ロウ細工はとても繊細で、出来上がった時は完璧な形だったのですが、今は、天かすだらけになってしまいました（笑）
事前にちゃんと説明していただいていたので、慎重に扱っていたつもりなのですが･･･(^^ゞ
コーティング剤とかがあれば嬉しかったです。

This is a really interesting workshop, and at the end of the day you get to take your creation home. We did the Ice Cream Sundae workshop.

The workshop leader does speak a bit of English, and they try their best to communicate with you to ensure you are on the right track. They are very patient and really doesn't push you to make a decision quickly when choosing specific ingredients (...we can't choose from so many cute things lol). We felt relaxed and thoroughly enjoyed the workshop.

The location itself is easy to find, and if you arrive a little early, you can always chill at the Lawson (convenient store) to grab a bite. Overall highly recommended :)

I made a tempura set. There were three of us, including myself. It was great that they not only made food samples but also talked about their history. I definitely want to bring my friends and family and try other things as well.

天ぷらセットを作りました。人数は私含めて三人。食品サンプルを作るだけでなく、その歴史まで話してくれたのが良かったです。ぜひまた友達や家族を連れてほかのにも挑戦したいと思いました。

What a great afternoon! The activity was fun and you get to keep your repaired piece. The hosts were so welcoming and generous, their English was wonderful as unfortunately I do not speak Japanese. A must-do activity!

Overall very good experience! Tutor is very attentive & caring! The small class size make it more fun & interesting.

One suggestion for future, would love to have more classes offering , and love to know from scratch how the complete food plastic production process is!

We had a wonderful time learning about the history and techniques of Kintsugi. Our senseis were very welcoming and fantastic teachers. We were able to communicate easily although we only speak English. We would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area

I went here with my girlfriend and we thoroughly enjoyed the session. Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were gracious hosts. I loved the coffee, apple tea and fruitcake that Mrs Kuge prepared as well.

The hosts Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro, were warm, welcoming and friendly on arrival. The class had a relaxed atmosphere and they were extremely knowledgeable teachers. Limited English language though smiles and google translate really helped.
Would recommend this to anyone who enjoys unique crafting.

Amazing time at Kuge Krafts with the so kind and generous Kuge couple. Very intimate studio surrounded by pottery and perfect coffee and cake waiting for us upon arrival set the atmosphere. Excellent introduction to Kintsugi with the patient and encouraging advices from sensei which just make us wish we could come back for more or at least to try it again very soon at home! No doubt that I will brag about my amazing kintsugied sake glass at any occasion I get - yes you get to bring your piece of art back home.
Thank you, thank you and thank you,

PS: beware though that after that class you will want to voluntarily break any piece of ceramic you come across just for the excuse of having something to kintsugi...

I was nervous during the experience, but they taught me carefully, and I was able to create my own Edo Kiriko. I felt like the teacher's words were a bit cold, though.

体験で緊張しましたが、丁寧に教えてくださり自分の江戸切り子ができました。ちょっと先生の言葉が冷たいような気がしましたが。

The kiusu (teapot) from Tokoname is number one in Japan. Just like Shimizu ware and Mashiko ware, the staff in the Japanese tableware section of department stores all praise the Tokoname ware. I encourage everyone to visit at least once!

This pottery experience allows you to interact with clay, which is a rare opportunity. I was able to try my hand at the potter's wheel, and being able to eat from my own unique teacup, bowl, or plate is truly a delight! The instructor was very kind and taught us patiently. I struggled with the wheel and had to reshape my work multiple times, but thanks to the careful guidance, I was very moved when my finished pieces were sent to me a month later.

The earthenware has a warm feel and is perfect for everyday use! It’s a bit pricey, but I also bought a mino-usu (a type of mortar). The mesh part is made of clay, not metal, so it doesn’t cool down, and I enjoy delicious tea from it. I definitely recommend everyone to try it out. When you do, be sure to choose a clay mesh!

常滑のきうすは、日　
つ本１です、
清水焼しかり、益子焼しかり、
デパートの日本食器売り場の、係の人がくちをそろえて
絶賛するきうすは、常滑焼です。
みなさんも一度いってみては？
この陶芸体験土と、触れ合えるなかなかこんなときでないと、
たいけんできません。
ろくろ体験もできましたし、世界でただ１つの自分の作った湯呑や
茶碗やお皿で食事ができるのは、醍醐味ですね！
先生も丁寧に教えてくれましたし、
私は、ろくろが上手くできず何回もつぶしては
つくりかえましたが、丁寧に教えていただき
完成品が、１か月後に送ってきていただいたときには
とても感動しました。
つちものの、器は暖かく、感じられ普段使いにはもってこいです！
少しお高いですが、箕臼も買いました、
網の目のところが、なんとつちでできています
金物でなく、さめることもなく舞の地美味しいお茶をいただいております。
ぜひ皆さんも使ってみてください
そのときは、かならず網目は土物を、選んでください

We made ramen and it was a lot of fun. Our instructor was very friendly and conversational, spoke good English too. We learned a lot and wowed a lot of friends back at home.

I was nervous, but thanks to the cool teacher, we all had a fun experience together. There were moments of hesitation that led to mistakes, and indeed, there were many failures, but that was also a great part of the experience! Thank you very much.

緊張もしましたが、クールな先生のおかげでみんなで楽しく体験ができました。
一瞬の気の迷いで失敗をしてしまうという緊張もありました。実際失敗もたくさんありましたが、それも体験のいいところでしたｗ
ありがとうございました。

海外から来た親戚連れてきました, サンプル作り教えてくれる方々がとても優しかったです, 言葉の壁があっても一生懸命に教えてくれました とても楽しかった また行きます

This lesson was a very enjoyable experience, with a bit a history included. I was the only one in the class and would highly recommend it.

It was my first experience, but the staff were kind, polite, and provided accurate advice, so it was very good. Every time I see the glass, it makes me happy, and I will handle it carefully to avoid breaking it.

初体験でしたがスタッフの方が優しく、丁寧、的確にアドバイスしてもらえたので
とても良かったです。
グラスを見るたびに嬉しくなり、割らないように大切に扱います。

I visit Tokoname a few times a year. I love the delicious seafood and the unique townscape. This time, I tried my hand at pottery. My spouse and I took our time to create plates, tea bowls, and teacups while getting in touch with the clay. It was difficult to match the rhythm with the potter's wheel... but it felt great to work with the clay. The finished pieces were ready a month later, and I was very satisfied with them. I will definitely challenge myself again!

年に数回常滑に行きます、
美味しい海の幸と、
独特の街並みが好きです。
今回は陶芸体験に挑戦してみました、
土と触れ合いたっぷりと時間をかけての
お皿＆お茶碗と湯呑づくりに、夫婦で挑みました。
難しいです、ろくろとのリズムの合わせ方が・・・・
気持よかったです、土のかんしょく が
出来上がりは、１か月後でしたが
満足いくものでした、又チャレンジしますね！

Sensei Kuge and his wife were great and we learned something new. Also, this course is so great because you get something you can take home! I totally recommend it, it was a very nice experience and we will try to continue doing Kintsugi at home, because it was so interesting and fun!

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.

I had such a great time !! It was so nice !! I would do it again, no hesitation !!

Yuta was a very kind, very patient and very interesting person to meet.
Through painting he taught us the symbolism of Japan. The time flew by so quickly that I can back for a second time.
Sumie is a craft that I will bring back with me home.i will continue to draw and practice the techniques you showed. I am very grateful for this experience

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!

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

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.

The location is close to the station, maybe three minutes from the nearest exit, and the shop itself is easy to find being on the main road. The session itself takes place in the shop/atelier, the walls lined with sumie works on general sale. In the lesson I learnt a little about sumie history, techniques and styles. The instructor speaks English well and is friendly and patient. I painted five small pieces following his example which featured bamboo, Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms and was able to take my attempts home. He gave me good advice and directions to a washi (Japanese paper) store after the session. I recommend the experience to anyone interested in sumie and wanting to give it a try!

This was a great experience for us. The owner taught us so much about the history of fake food making, which was really interesting. Making the parfait was also easy with the instructions and quite a lot of fun. Finding this place was a bit of trouble, since Google Maps took us to the wrong location, so if following GPS, be careful of where it leads you. The English was not too bad at this place, so it is okay if you don't understand Japanese and the booking is in English too. Strongly recommended as price was good value.

This was again a very tricky place to find, but in a tiny studio there were 6 stations to work at and 6 students. We were given samples to look at and choose from. It was very tricky, but very doable if you choose something simple. Downstairs was a gallery of glass work that was incredible. Very awesome and well run class. Our instructor spoke English!

It was a little tricky finding the studio, but once we were there, it was PERFECT! Our instructor was awesome- so very funny and talented. We made lettuce and tempura shrimp and pumpkin. It was so very fun! We loved it so much that we went down the street to another studio and signed up on the spot to take a class on how to make an ice cream parfait!

Very friends and fun, with lots of experiences, we are return customers and already thinking about going back for next year!

Amazing - can't recommend more highly. Very friendly couple-run craft studio in a nice neighbourhood. I'll be going back ASAP!