All Reviews for Cultural Experiences

Booking was a little bit tricky, it was tough to tell which options were available until checkout. That said, the activity of making a food sample itself was a lot of fun! We made bowls of ramen, and it was interesting to see the process and I am grateful that the instruction could be given in English. The staff were very friendly and helpful and I look forward to doing this again sometime.

I was able to use professional tools and received very careful instruction. The 90 minutes flew by as I focused on the work. Having touched upon the profound world of cut glass, I would like to experience it again.

プロの道具を使わせていただき、とても丁寧に教えていただきました。
集中しての作業に、９０分があっという間でした。奥の深い切子の世界に触れたので、また、体験したいと思いました。

My sister's family, who live in America, returned to Japan after a long time and requested to ride on a yakatabune (a traditional Japanese boat), so we participated as a group of seven. I don't think I would have thought of this opportunity on my own, but it turned out to be amazing!

First, the freshly fried tempura was served one piece at a time, and it was hot and incredibly delicious. The night view of Tokyo from the boat was beautiful, with the Tokyo Skytree and bridges looking fantastical, allowing us to take many lovely photos. The timing was perfect as well; we could enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace, and there was also time for photo opportunities outside the boat. The staff provided attentive service, which made the experience even more pleasant. My sister's family was very happy, and we created wonderful memories!

I highly recommend it to my friends too! ^_^

アメリカ在住の姉一家が久しぶりに帰国し、屋形船に乗ってみたいとのリクエストで7人で参加しました。このような機会がないと自分では思いつかなかったと思うのですが、参加してみたら最高でした！
まず、揚げたての天ぷらが1品ずつ出て来て、熱々でとても美味しかったです。そして船から見る夜の東京の景色が美しく、スカイツリーや橋が幻想的に見えてきれいな写真もたくさん撮れました。時間的にも、ゆっくりお食事ができ、船の外での写真撮影タイムもありちょうど良かったです。スタッフの方々も丁寧な接客で心地よかったです。姉一家もとても喜んでくれて、良い思い出ができました！
友人達にもおすすめしています^_^

The captain and all the staff were kind, the food was incredibly delicious, the view of the tower and Odaiba was wonderful, and there were restrooms available—no downsides at all! It was a dreamlike experience. If I have the opportunity to use it again, I would like to choose Harumiya again. Thank you very much!

船頭さん始め、スタッフの皆さん優しいし、料理はメチャメチャ美味しかったし、タワー、お台場の景色も素晴らしかったし、トイレは付いてるし、欠点なし！
夢のような時間でした。　次に利用することがあったら、また晴海屋さんを利用したいとな。
ありがとうございました

少し到着が遅れましたが、スムーズに制作ができました。
いろいろ教えてもらって、話をするのも楽しかったです。
もう少し難しいサンプル作りも出来ればと思います。

The charm of Japan and the city night views, along with freshly fried tempura, everything was fantastic.
There was time to go out on the upper deck and enjoy the views, so I was able to fully enjoy the night scenery.
Tokyo is the best.
I will use it again.

日本の風情や都会の夜景。そして揚げたてのてんぷらなどすべてが最高です。
上のデッキに出て、見渡せる時間が設けられていたのでたくさん夜景を満喫できました。
東京は最高。
また利用します。

We participated with two children and four adults. Our family of four currently resides in Canada and returned to Japan after a long time. While looking for activities typical of Tokyo with our Japanese friends living in Canada and a Canadian friend currently living in Japan, we came across Tsuri Shin. The course goes back and forth from the Sumida River to Tokyo Bay, with highlights including the Tokyo Skytree and the night view of Odaiba. It was truly wonderful and very much in line with Tokyo's charm. We used it in winter, but the temperature inside the yakatabune was very comfortable and there were no issues at all. The staff provided explanations at each spot, making for an enjoyable boat trip. The food was also excellent. In particular, since my son has a food allergy, they kindly prepared rice flour tempura for him first, which we greatly appreciated. Our guests were also pleased, and it was a very satisfying day. We would love to use this service again.

子供２人と大人４人で参加しました。私たち4人家族は現在カナダ在住で久しぶりに日本に帰国しました。カナダに住んでいる日本人の友人と、現在日本に住んでいるカナダ人の方と一緒に東京らしいアクティビティを探したところ、釣新さんに巡り合いました。隅田川から東京湾を往復するコースで見どころのスポットはスカイツリーとお台場の夜景。東京らしく大変素晴らしかったです。冬に利用しましたが屋形船内の気温は大変快適で全く問題ありませんでした。店員さんの方が各スポットに解説を加えていただき、楽しい船旅。料理も申し分ありませんでした。特に、息子に食物アレルギーがあったのでそれに合わせて、米粉の天ぷらを最初に揚げていただき、大変ありがたかったです。ゲストの方にも喜んでいただき大満足の1日でした。また利用させていただきたいです。

Owner and stuff were amazingly friendly and took the time to explain the instructions. I laughed when one of the staff members to please flatten the ramen noodles like a frisbee. These are awesome souvenirs and me and the boyfriend enjoyed it a lot. It's a unique experience for sure. The class itself doesn't take too long, maybe 30-40 minutes? It depends on how many things you're making and if the instructor is busy. If you have the chance, i highly recommend this experience! You take your product home right away, they packaged my deluxe parfait very carefully in a box and then into a bag to take home. It'll take 24 hours for the silicone (the "whipped cream" to fully harden.

I visited with my sister and her husband (who live in America). They were able to assist us in English, and we all had a great time working together. It became a wonderful memory for the family!

妹夫婦（アメリカ在住）と訪問しました。
英語でも対応してくださり、全員で楽しく作業することができました。
家族での良い思い出となりました！

You can experience glass cutting while taking private lessons in a small workshop. You can choose your favorite patterns and glass shapes from many options, and the style is to carve on your own based on the teacher's advice.

When moving on to a new pattern, you can practice on a practice glass, so I managed to avoid any major mistakes during the actual carving.

It was a wonderful experience that allowed me to escape the hustle and bustle of Asakusa and create lasting memories.

小さな工房の中で個人レッスンを受けながら切子体験ができます。たくさんの柄やグラスの形の中から自分で好きな物を選択し、先生のアドバイスをもとにどんどん自分で彫るスタイルでした。

新しい柄に進む時は練習用のグラスで彫らせて頂けるので、本番はなんとか大きな失敗をせずに済みました。

浅草の喧騒から離れて思い出に残る体験ができ、とても良かったです。

Great teacher and a fun experience. One of our favorite memories and souvenirs from our trip.

Excellent easy to follow and detailed instructions. Adult and children had lots of fun as a family, creating food samples of our choice. Nice conversations with the owner and assistant. Also saw lots of celebrities photos. Highly recommended.

We were able to provide excellent hospitality for our important overseas guests. They were delighted with the delicious tempura! It was great that the menu was easy for foreigners to enjoy. Since they mentioned it was their wedding anniversary trip, they celebrated with a thoughtful arrangement on a yakatabune (houseboat)! The scenery was wonderful, and they allowed us to take photos on the deck at various spots, with the night view being lovely as well. They were very happy that it turned out to be a wonderful trip to Japan.

大切な海外のお客様のおもてなし。天ぷらも美味しい！と喜んでくださいました。
外国人にも受け入れやすいメニューでよかったです。結婚記念日旅行と言っていたので屋形船の粋な配慮でお祝いしてくださいました！
景色も素晴らしく、ところどころで写真撮影をデッキでさせてくださり、夜景も素敵でした。
素敵な日本の旅行になったと喜んでいました。

Our instructor was very knowledgeable about the history of and how to make plastic food. He stayed with us for the entire time, letting us do all the different steps while lending a helping hand to keep us on track. He spoke very good English and used a translator app to explain more involved steps for detail work. The experience is great for people of all ages, kids around us were having a blast. We have very cute souvenirs and lovely memories to take home with us - 100% recommend this experience to anyone visiting Tokyo and looking to learn something unique!

Right from when we entered the location we were welcomed warmly - the instructor stayed with us for the entire experience, showing us how to execute each step and maintain a detailed realistic look throughout. He spoke very good English and used a translator app to explain more intricate parts of the process. We came away feeling like we had learned a great deal, and with beautiful plastic food souvenirs to take with us. Definitely recommend this experience for anyone visiting the area!

I suddenly thought it would be nice to ride on a yakatabune, so I searched for a shared boat and made a reservation online! The food, including freshly fried tempura, was delicious, and everyone on board was very attentive, providing excellent service. I was more than satisfied! I would like to visit again during the cherry blossom season for a lunch cruise!

ふと思い立ち屋形船に乗ってみようということで、乗合船を探してネット予約！
揚げたての天麩羅含め料理も美味しく、船内の方もみなさんハキハキとしててサービスばっちりで、思っていた以上に大満足でした！
桜の頃にお昼の時間帯にまた伺いたいと思います！

It was bustling with many people on the day of my visit. The food was all delicious, and I ended up drinking too much. The night view was beautiful, and although the wind was strong, I was able to enjoy my time comfortably. Thank you very much.

当日はたくさんの方が利用されており賑わってました。料理も美味しいものばかりで、飲み過ぎてしまいました。夜景も美しく風が強かったのですが快適にすごせました。ありがとうございました。

The air conditioning on the ship was effective and comfortable!

Once the ship started moving, it didn't sway as much as when it was stationary.

The meals were added at regular intervals, so we could enjoy them.

There were announcements about famous spots in the city, which made it enjoyable throughout.

船内は空調が効いていて快適でした！

船は動き出したら停まっている時ほど揺れませんでした。

お料理は、時間ごとに追加されていくので
楽しめます。

都内名所のアナウンスがありずっと楽しめました。

We had so much fun taking this class. It's a small, family-run shop about a 5 minute walk from the Kita-Ikebukuro train station. They gave good instructions in english on the voucher, so we had no problem finding it. Our teacher was really helpful and spoke great english- we had some good laughs using the translator app too. We chose the ramen class and loved our creations. Fun, simple, creative thing to do in Tokyo- would recommend to anyone! Very approchable business, we felt totally comfortable.

We were able to participate very enjoyably with each of our unique personalities. We received kind and detailed adjustments until the end, and we were finally able to take home a present in a visible state. I hope to participate again next time with my daughter. Thank you very much!

二人それぞれの個性でとても楽しく参加出来ました、親切に最後まで細かく調整も頂きやっと見られる状態に持ち帰りプレゼント
又是非、次は娘と参加出来ればと思っています有り難う御座いました

It was really fun and the staff was super nice. The Instructions were easy to follow and if you needed help, they were happy to help.
I would definitely recommend it, as souvenir or for your own.

I underestimated it. I thought I was good at drawing and had skilled hands, but I realized my clumsiness as I couldn't work as I wanted. The instructor provided precise and gentle guidance, and everyone communicated in fluent English while working seriously and harmoniously together, which was enjoyable. It was challenging, but I want to try again.

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。

We took a ride on a yakatabune for my daughter's job celebration and my birthday. The food was very delicious. The freshly fried tempura was the best. The staff were truly wonderful. We had a memorable time.

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。

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!

I finally got to ride on the traditional houseboat that I had dreamed of. It could accommodate 65 people, and the interior was spacious and very beautiful. It was a shared tour, and half of the guests were foreigners, some of whom mentioned they were on their honeymoon. I was worried about the restrooms since it was an all-you-can-drink event, but there were multiple flush toilets, so I had no concerns at all. I didn't feel the boat swaying at all.

More than anything, the captain's hosting was very elegant, and he spoke fluent English, which made it enjoyable for us. The surprise birthday celebration for my friend was perfect. The food, especially the freshly fried tempura, was incredibly delicious. The night view of the Tokyo Tower and Skytree from Odaiba was amazing.

It was a continuous series of emotional moments on the houseboat. I definitely want to participate again. Thank you very much.

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。。

I was interested in the traditional Japanese vaudeville, but I hadn't had the chance to visit a real one, so I participated to get a sense of what it's like. There was an explanation for foreign guests, which allowed me to enjoy it as a first-timer as well. The audience members got on stage to try their hand at traditional Japanese performances and magic, and everyone was quite enthusiastic and having fun. Participating alongside foreign guests was a unique experience that I don't usually get, and it felt refreshing.

寄席には興味があったのですが、本場にお邪魔する機会がなく、どんなものかと予習の意味で参加しました。
外国人の方への説明があるので、初めての自分も一緒に説明を聞いてたのしめました。
お客さんが舞台に上がって太神楽やマジックに挑戦するのですが、わりと皆さん積極的で楽しんでらっしゃいました。外国人の方と一緒に参加、というのもなかなか普段はない機会で、新鮮でした。

We organized a mini reunion with a university friend who came to Tokyo from the countryside (over 40 years since graduation) on this yakatabune (houseboat). We enjoyed a delicious and luxurious boat platter, crab, braised pork, freshly fried tempura, clam rice, and all-you-can-drink options while taking in the many bridges along the Sumida River and the night view of Tokyo Skytree for a full two and a half hours. Thank you for a memorable experience.

地方から上京してきた大学時代の友人( 卒業後40年以上) を囲んでミニ同期会にこの屋形船を組み入れました。
美味しくて豪華な舟盛り、蟹、豚角煮、揚げ立て天麩羅、あさりご飯等と飲み放題を頂きながら、船の外の隅田川の沢山の橋、スカイツリーの夜景を2時間半たっぷり楽しめました。
思い出に残る経験を有難うございました。

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.

Fireworks, fish, merry-go-round, cloisonné pattern, jellyfish, roses... a sparkling world among crows.
As samples in the experience room, a variety of colorful glasses were lined up. I wondered if I could make such cut glass...
Here we go! The lecture begins!
The instructor's teaching style was excellent. They were not pushy at all and listened to our wishes, providing guidance until the very end of the time. My husband created a cut glass with a fish pattern and a hidden jellyfish, evoking a cool underwater world. I fell in love at first sight with the sample of the merry-go-round's wooden horse, so I thought the merry-go-round would be difficult, but at least I wanted to try the wooden horse pattern. The instructor guided me without hesitation to create a merry-go-round pattern. We both ended up with glasses that we were satisfied with in our own ways. The wooden horse turned into a unicorn, but that adds to its charm. After returning home, I poured cold water into the cut glass, admired the frosted glass state, and reminisced about how much fun we had today. Cheers with our beloved original glasses! It would be sad if they broke, but we can always make more at Souki! I was able to have a valuable cut glass experience and create wonderful memories at an affordable price.
I highly recommend it to everyone! (^^)

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！(^^)

I visited Tokyo for a 1-night, 2-day trip.
I had plans for the first day, but I didn't have anything scheduled for the second day, so I made a last-minute reservation after arriving in Tokyo.
It was a Saturday, but I was able to make a reservation.

The instructor was very kind and taught us well.
On the first day, I attended a concert of my favorite artist, and I created fireworks inspired by the song "That Summer Fireworks" that they performed.
I couldn't follow the example perfectly, but it was a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

I rated it as "good" because while I was informed about the time limits, it would have been helpful to be told that finishing the chosen piece within the time frame is difficult for beginners.
For example, "There are three fireworks, but to do them carefully, two would be better."
In the end, I had to rush a bit, which was a little disappointing.
Of course, it's due to my own lack of skill, so I thought it would have been nice to have some encouragement.

The instructor was very kind, good at giving compliments, and it was really great.

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。