All Reviews for Art & Crafts Workshops

I took my niece to make the ramen sample food and we had fun! Just a short walk from the train stop. The people there are very friendly and easy to talk to. I hope to visit again one day.

I had the opportunity to experience the traditional Japanese craft of kiriko for the first time. Thank you for the thorough explanation. I'm glad that I was able to create a lovely piece by generating new ideas from my mistakes. If there is another opportunity, I would love to participate again.

初めて日本の伝統文化切子の製作を体験させていただきました。
丁寧なご説明をいただきありがとうございました。失敗したところから新しいアイデアを生まれ、可愛い作品を出来上がって良かったです。
また機会がございましたらぜひよろしくお願い致します。

We ended our trip here and it was the most relaxing, yet rich experience. The art of Kintsugi is extraordinary and absolutely points me back to my faith and how my broken pieces don’t discount me from the love of Christ. I thought I knew most of the process, but the time spent went deeper than my current knowledge and enhanced my love for the art form even more! It’s a must if you are in Tokyo, or even if you aren’t, make the trip.

This was a fantastic experience. The owner and her husband made us feel very welcome and provided excellent tuition. The tea and sweet treats were delicious.

It was very clear that they were exceptionally talented, and the craftsmanship on display was incredible!

We feel very inspired to continue Kintsugi at home and plan on breaking many plates!

Along Kokusai Street, you can experience Ryukyu glass right in the heart of Naha, making it a great option for a little free time or on rainy days.

While there aren't many shapes and colors to choose from, if you want a more authentic experience, other studios in Yomitan or Onna are better options.

国際通り沿い
那覇のど真ん中で琉球ガラスの体験が出来るので、ちょっとした隙間時間や雨の日にもオススメ。

選べる形や色は多くはないので、
より本格的に楽しむなら読谷や恩納などの別の工房がバターです。

Highly recommend. This was our favorite part of a great trip! Toshie is a wonderful teacher and she has set up this easy-going experience so that it's fun and accessible for everyone. Absolutely worth the price!

Our group was two couples, it was just us; I think she extended the time because she saw we were having fun. Skill and language are no barriers, she has pictures, labels, and experience doing this for many years and it's easy to learn from her and incredibly fun! She serves tea and snacks to enjoy and you can chat casually as you work and wait for things to dry. Plus you get an incredible, one-of-a-kind souvenir/gift/memento out of it! (Which she packages securely for you to travel without worry of damaging it.)

As a tourist who doesn't speak Japanese, this was the activity that left me feeling the closest connection to the culture.

Let me start by saying this art form is so cool and everywhere in Japan. And make no mistake, this is an art studio that has been passed down for generations. We had a great time and learned a lot of new things, immersing ourselves in this unique art form with wonderful teachers. Highly recommend.

The young woman who helped me was kind and gentle. In contrast, what about the people at the shop on the first floor? At the end, I was able to take a photo, and it turned out beautifully.

教えていただけた若い女の人が親切でやさしかったです。それに引き換え一階の売店にいた人達は？
終わりに写真を撮らせていただけるのですが、きれいに写すことができました。

The staff worked efficiently, so I was able to go with the flow and it was a quick experience. Since it's a one-on-one session lasting about 10 minutes per person, it's better to consider the total time as 10 minutes multiplied by the number of participants when joining with a group.

You can choose the color and shape of the glass, whether or not to include a dot pattern, and whether or not to add cracks.

The finished piece turned out to be larger and thicker than I imagined! I had wanted a Ryukyu glass vase before going to Okinawa, and being able to make it myself turned out to be a wonderful memory that I can cherish.

スタッフさんが手際よくサクサク進めてくださるので、流れに身を任せてあっという間の体験でした。マンツーマンで1人10分という感じなので、複数人数で参加する際は10分×参加人数の所要時間と考えていた方がいいです。
ガラスの色、形、ドット柄の有無、ヒビ入れの有無選べます。
想像よりも大きくて厚みのある作品になりました！
沖縄に行く前から琉球ガラスの一輪挿しが欲しいな〜と思っていて、実際に自分で作ることができて、形に残るより良い思い出になりました。

My spouse and I experienced Shuri-ori for the first time. To be honest, I was a bit worried at first that it would be quite difficult and that we would struggle a lot. However, we had a very kind instructor who guided us, and all my worries disappeared in an instant (laughs). We were able to spend a very enjoyable hour. We chose the coaster course, but the patterns are so beautiful that it feels almost too precious to use. Therefore, we are thinking of buying a small frame to put it in and display it at home. Thank you very much!

夫婦ふたりで、首里織をはじめて体験しました。正直申して、最初は少し難しくて、かなり苦戦するのかなと心配していました。ところが、とても親切にご指導してくださる方かついて下さり、心配事がいっぺんに吹き飛びました(笑)。とても楽しい、約1時間を過すことができました。選んだコースはコースターでしたが、模様がきれいすぎて、今後、使うことがもったいないくらいです。ですので、我が家では、小さな額縁を買ってきて、その中に入れて、飾りたいと考えています。本当にありがとうございました。

From start to finish, this was an amazing experience. It's an intimate, private class inside the artist's studio. The instructor provided information on the history of kintsugi and carefully guided us through each step of the process with ample detail. A list of all the tools and materials used in the class are provided in a list as well (make sure to go to Tokyu Hands in Shinjuku to get them yourself!)

Since it was forecasted to rain, I made a reservation here in advance for an indoor experience. Fortunately, during the time we experienced it, there were no other participants besides the two of us, so we received thorough explanations. We signed up for two coasters and an optional small tote bag. First, we chose our favorite design from several options. The painting was not too difficult, so I recommend it for families with elementary school children. After the experience, it seems that we will complete the tote bag and coasters at home by ironing and washing them, so I'm looking forward to seeing the finished tote bag and coasters once we get back home. It's located along Kokusai Street, so you can also stroll and shop in the area before and after the experience, making it especially recommended on rainy days.

雨予報だったので事前に雨でも室内で体験できるこちらを予約しました。
たまたまだったのか体験した時間帯は私たち2人以外に体験する人がいなかったので丁寧に説明していただきました。
私たちはコースター2枚とオプションでトートバッグ(小)を申し込みました。
まずは何種類かある中で好きな柄を選びました。絵付けはそんなに難しくないので小学生のお子さんがいるご家族におすすめです。
体験が終わった後、自宅に戻ってからアイロンがけや洗濯をして完成するそうなので帰宅後完成したトートバッグとコースターを見るのが楽しみです。
国際通り沿いにあり、体験の前後で国際通りの散策やショッピングもできるので
雨の日には特におすすめです。

The craft of repairing broken pottery is beautiful and fun to experience first hand. Our hosts were lovely! Informative and welcoming. A highlight of our stay in Tokyo!

Our experience was great!

We started off with a homemade dessert treat, and Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were lovely. They patiently walked us through the process of creating our own pieces, and gave us information on equipment to purchase here in Japan in order to do kintsugi back home.

Overall a lovely way to have a personalized souvenir and learn more about the art of Kintsugi.

Very personal. Toshi was an excellent teacher, easy to follow and exceptionally well prepared. We came away with a lovely kintsugi cup each that we made and inspired to do more. Also a deeper understanding of all that’s involved in this beautiful craft.Would absolutely recommend to others.Many thanks.

This was one of the best experiences of our trip!! Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro were wonderful hosts, thank you so much! Highly recommend! Makes me want to start my own kintsugi workshop in London!

We thoroughly enjoyed our kintsugi lesson with Kuge Crafts. In a snug little studio our class of four students were charmed by the instructor husband and wife team. The lesson was well planned and timed. We chose our small nicked vessels from an array of antique cups and immediately set about repairing and decorating them with golden lacquer. The results were so pleasing. and well-packed for travel home.

This class was a highlight of our trip. My 18 yo daughter and 21 yo son also enjoyed the kintsugi experience very much. Class was just the 3 of us, was very well run and we were able to do all steps of the repair process. Our still wet teacups were packaged very well and came home in one piece without shifting out of place.

My daughter and husband experienced it, and my daughter, who was full of anxiety thinking it might be hot and scary, came back saying she had an amazing time!! Since the delivery will be by mail, I feel like the excitement will continue until it arrives! I also want to try it next time!!

娘と主人が体験しましたが

熱いかな？怖い!!と不安いっぱいの娘はめちゃくちゃ楽しかったと帰ってきました!!
受け取りは郵送になるので届くまで楽しみが続くきがしています！
私も次回は体験したいと思います!!

The people around me were quite skilled, and I struggled to do well, but the teacher kindly taught me, and I was able to finish it.

まわりの方がお上手で、私はなかなかうまくできなかったのですが、先生に丁寧に教えていただき、仕上げることが出来ました。

On the way to Tsuboya Yachimun Street, I stopped by and made a reservation. I was looking forward to sightseeing, but since I have participated in craft events before, this bingata experience was perfect for my elementary school child! I think it will be a wonderful memory since we can keep the coaster after returning home. Thank you for kindly and patiently teaching us despite the sudden reservation.

壺屋やちむん通りに行く途中、ふと立ち寄って予約させていただきました。
観光も楽しみでしたが、クラフトのイベントなどに以前から参加しているため今回のびんがた体験は小学生の子供にぴったりでした！帰宅後もコースターが残せるので大変良い思い出になると思います。急な予約にも関わらず優しく丁寧に教えてくださってありがとうございました。

We challenged ourselves as a family. Once we chose our favorite weft yarn, they taught us carefully in a one-on-one setting. It's enjoyable for everyone, from adults to elementary school students. While I was impressed by the loom system, it was a one-hour session that required mental effort, as it's easy to make mistakes if you let your guard down.

親子でチャレンジしました。好きな横糸を選んだら丁寧にマンツーマンで教えてくれます。大人から小学生まで、誰でも楽しめます。機織り機のシステム？に感動しつつ、油断すると間違えてしまうため頭脳を使う1時間でした。

My 80 year old father was just going to humor me, but the lovely couple who run Kuge crafts won him over instantly. They were just wonderful and so willing to share their love of kintsugi. We were greeted with beautiful snacks and tea and were able to pick our item from a selection. We were then told how old our items were. Ours were from the Edo period. We got right to work repairing the miniature chips, it’s a beginner class! Our cups turned out so beautiful and my father surprisingly got very into decorating his! He said it was his favorite activity we’d done in our two week trip. I can’t wait to come back for another visit! They also gave us a very helpful list of all the items needed to do this at home. I was able to get everything at Hands and can’t wait to attempt this again.
Thank you so much for such a lovely afternoon!

A little tricky to find the shop initially. Instructor was efficient & very patient with everyone. Lots of time to practice before you do your own glass which was great. Very enjoyable experience! ❤️

I spent a lovely couple of hours learning about and trying my hand at kintsugi with Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko. They make quite a team!

We received snacks to start and tea throughout. We choose from among a dozen chipped cups to repair and then walked through the process at a leisurely pace. They sent us home with enough information (plus a tiny custom brush) to try repairs at home.

Kintsugi can be a much more creative craft than I realized. I highly recommend this class for both the interaction Y. and Y. and the activity.

After touring the castle town of Sasayama, we drove to the electric pottery wheel experience. We were a bit rushed as we were close to our reservation time, but we were able to use the restroom, and the experience began. The four of us, a couple doing hand-throwing and my child and I, all challenged ourselves to make tea bowls. The electric pottery wheel experience ended surprisingly quickly, but it was a fun experience. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished products.

篠山城下町観光の後　電動ろくろ体験に車でむかいました。予約時間ギリギリになり焦りましたがトイレもお借りすることもでき体験が始まりました。手煉体験のカップルと私たち親子の4人ともお茶碗に挑戦でした。電動ろくろは意外に早く終わってびっくりでしたが楽しい体験でした。出来上がりが楽しみです。

We were concerned about doing this….as it is described as “glass etching”. Something we have not done ever in our life, but we decided to give it a try. We were pleasantly surprised at the process. The instructor took us step by step to explain the technique of glass etching and he was to patient and calm during the whole process. I would definitely recommend this to all of my friends and family. It was just steps outside of the Asakusa train Station….so convenient.

I was very happy to be able to create a Shisa as a keepsake! Since I could decide on the balance and size of the beard based on my own ideas, I feel like I was able to make an original piece that reflected my personality, rather than ending up with the exact same Shisa as my friend who went with me. Also, chatting with the person who taught us how to make the Shisa was really enjoyable; before I knew it, three hours had passed! I'm really looking forward to it arriving at my home in 2-3 months! 🌺☀️

シーサーという形に残るものを思い出として作ることができたのがとても嬉しかったです！
ヒゲのバランスや大きさを自分の考えでつけることができるため、一緒に行った友達と全く同じシーサーにはならず、個性の出たオリジナルのものが作れたなと感じています。
また、シーサーの作り方を教えてくださった方とのお喋りもとても楽しく、気づけば3時間経っているほどでした💦
2.3ヶ月後家に届くことをとても楽しみにしています🌺☀️

My daughter and I had the best time doing this! So personalized and it was just us! We loved it and the tea and sweets are served us! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves

my partner and i booked the ramen making session and had a fantastic time. the staff were very friendly and helpful even though there was a small language barrier. we definitely recommend going to this establishment for creative souvenirs :)