All Reviews for Art & Crafts Workshops

My husband and I wanted to do a more hands-on activity during our trip to Tokyo amongst sightseeing and the other food/drink-focused experiences. It was the perfect addition to our itinerary!

Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. We were greeted with a beautifully presented and delicious snack complete with refreshing homemade lemon tea which warmed our introduction and set the tone for the quality experience to come.

The entire workshop was informative and fun from start to finish. We were guided through each step in detail and were provided with interesting facts about the craft and the materials we were working with along the way.

We were gifted with instructions to take home for future reference and supplemented with a list of the tools used in the workshop so that we could continue to practice at home.

We originally sent an email to make our booking and the reply was prompt and personable. We were redirected to the booking page on Veltra and the process was easy and simple.

The directions to Kuge Crafts provided with the booking confirmation were clear and helpful.

We cannot underline the kindness and sincerity of the hosts enough. This was a highlight of our time in Tokyo and will remain one of our fondest memories. Thank you, Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro!

Our family of four had the opportunity to experience making pure silver spoons. It was a lot of fun to create our original spoons using traditional tools and techniques in the craftsman's workshop. It was an experience that made me truly appreciate the beauty of "authentic" craftsmanship. We received very careful guidance and gained a lot of knowledge about the properties of silver and Japanese traditions. I was also impressed by how easily the spoon glided into the really hard ice cream. We are already using the spoons as a family. Thank you for a wonderful time!

家族４人で、純銀スプーンづくりの体験をさせていただきました。職人さんの工房で、伝統の道具と技術でオリジナルのスプーンを作ることができ、とても楽しかったです。「本物」は素晴らしいな、と実感する体験でした。とても丁寧にご指導いただき、銀の特性や日本の伝統についても、たくさんの知識を得ることができました。また、本当にカチカチのアイスクリームにスプーンがスッと入っていくのも感動でした。早速、家族で愛用させて頂いています。楽しいひとときをありがとうございました❗

It was a very fun experience. We always wanted to try making food sample and our whole family enjoyed so much. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and they are making sure we were doing just fine. Highly recommend this place.

It was my first experience, but I was kindly taught, and despite my clumsiness, I was able to create something nice! I definitely want to try this experience again!

初めての経験でしたが、親切に教えていただき、
不器用ながら楽しく、いい物⁉️を作ることができました！
ぜひ、次も体験したいです！

After reading the excellent reviews I had to book this activity for me and my 16-year-old son (mid July 2023) and I have to agree with the other reviewers: it was a lot of fun and a unique experience. The instructor was really nice and helpful, he explained everything to us in English and was very patient and supportive. We had time to choose our "ingredients" and both our ice cream sundaes turned out really well. Due to the perfect packaging we brought them back home safely. We highly recommend trying it yourself!

I experienced this while exploring the downtown area with friends. It reminded me of my student days, and we all had a very enjoyable time together. The finished glasses turned out reasonably well, but each one had its own special touch. It was a lot of fun! It was also a great opportunity to engage with traditional Japanese crafts. I would love to challenge myself again.

友達との下町巡りで体験しました。
こんなに真剣に何かに取り組むなんて、学生時代を思い出して、みんなとても楽しいひと時を過ごしました。
出来上がったグラスは出来はそこそこでしたが、それぞれ格別の仕上がり。
とても楽しかったです！
日本の伝統工芸に触れるいい機会でもありました。またチャレンジしたいです。

They speak Japanese and a little bit of Japanese English It's not easy to understand but it helps to get communicated.
But, Their service mind is great, smile all time and kindly answer our question.
the sample things are good quality and we got a great experience.

I've always wanted to make one of these food samples, and was happy to find this opportunity using the Chika Toku (extra value) system from the Tokyo Metro pass. Although the explanation was in Japanese, the staff made sure I understood what to do and even showed me exactly how to proceed. It was a wonderful experience and a fun way to spend a couple hours.

The activity was a ton of fun! Me and my 7 year old attended, the instructor was very helpful and friendly with both of us and provided clear guidance and explanations. Our instructor's English was quite capable, and used a translation app to bridge the gap. As for the food samples themselves it was a lot of fun, easy to understand, and the results are super realistic! Great souvenirs!

We had a great time while doing our cups. Very friendly environment with a lot of knowlwdge and fun during the workshop. Highly recommended for everyone!

I have been intrigued by kintsugi philosophy in the last few years and was thrilled to find this one-day workshop that enabled me to get some hands-on experience with the process. Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko were so kind and welcoming, making sure I understood each piece of the process and answering questions patiently and thoughtfully. Yoshiko took photos throughout the workshop and emailed them to me later (so grateful as I attended as a solo traveler), and Yoshiichiro wrote out my name in kanji so I could sign my cup in Japanese -- so cool! They even made sure I knew where I could purchase my own kintsugi materials here in Tokyo in case I wanted to try it at home on my own. At the end of the workshop, they packaged up my cup to ensure it will safely make the journey back home in my suitcase. I cannot say enough good things about this experience and its incredible facilitators-- this afternoon will remain of my most treasured memories from my time in Japan.

Since I usually live overseas, I had the opportunity to experience Japanese culture with my child and grandmother, spanning three generations. It was very enjoyable, and the handmade cut glass became a wonderful keepsake.
My grandmother brought her reading glasses, and my daughter tied her hair back, which allowed us to focus on the task. The instructor explained everything clearly and encouraged us brightly during the process, providing individual advice on techniques, so we were all satisfied with our finished pieces.
We also had the chance to learn about how to appreciate cut glass works made by artisans, making it a truly great experience. Thank you very much.

普段は海外暮らしのため、子供と祖母とで親子3代、日本文化の体験をさせていただきました。とても楽しく、自作の切子グラスがいい記念になりました。
おばあちゃん達は老眼鏡持参、娘は髪をまとめて結ったので、作業に集中できました。先生が分かりやすく説明してくださり、作業中も明るく励ましてくださった他、コツなどもそれぞれに個別にアドバイスいただけたので、完成した作品にも満足です。
職人さんが作る切子ガラスの作品の見方についても聞くことができたので、とても良い体験となりました。ありがとうございました。

It was my first experience, but I was treated very kindly and had a great time. Even as a beginner, I was able to enjoy myself and I was very satisfied to create my own unique glass. It was nice that there was a machine for each person, allowing us to take our time and focus.

初めての経験でしたが
とても丁寧おしていただき楽しい時間でした。
初心者でも楽しくでき
世界に一つしかない自分のグラスを作れて大満足でした。
一人ずつ機械がありゆっくりじっくりできたのでよかったです。

This was a wonderful hands-on experience in which you learn from two masters the craft of mending broken things. You are served tea and snacks to begin, then you get to choose an antique item to repair. You are guided step by step through the process and you end up with a functional and beautiful piece of your own to take home. highly recommend even if you don't think of yourself as crafty.

The guy there was so nice to us like he was teaching us and was so patient and was so good. And like the other staff kept smiling at us and they were so nice. And they let us make stuff without reservation. And the charms they sell there are so cute too. YAYYYYYYY

While the shop is a little out of the way (about a 15 minute walk from the nearest train station), it's 100% worth it. The people working and hosting you treat you like family and teach you about Kintsugi in an easy to understand way. And yes at least one of them knows English so that's not an issue. The shop is small but homey and the activity itself is very calming. Coming from someone who is not only bad at art but actively dislikes it, I plan to do this again when I come back to Japan. It will take anywhere from 2-3 hours total so keep that in mind. If you are on the fence about this, please do it. The people are lovely and you get to create and keep a unique souvenir all while learning a little bit about the Japanese culture, well worth it.

The location was easy to miss at first, but the staff welcomed us, so we found it. The first floor is the shop, and we had our experience on the second floor. Since it was a weekday afternoon and there were few participants, we received careful and thorough instruction. While practicing, we were able to take our time with design and glass selection without feeling rushed, which made it easier.

As it was my first experience, I thought I might not be able to achieve the design I envisioned with my skills, and I made a few mistakes along the way. However, when I asked the instructor for help with corrections, they managed to cover up my errors.

There were various things that caught my attention when viewed up close, but for a first attempt, I was quite satisfied with what I created, and I would love to try it again if I have the opportunity.

場所は一瞬通り過ぎてもおかしくないくらいの所でしたけど、お店の方がお出迎えしてくれてたのでわかりました。１階がお店で2階で体験させて貰いましたが、平日の昼間で参加者が少なかった事もあり、ゆっくり丁寧に教えて貰いました。練習もそうですけど、デザインとかグラス選びも焦らされることもなくアドバイスだけ頂けてやりやすかったです。
初めての体験で自分の技術では、やっぱり思ったようなデザインにできないかもとか思いましたし、途中少し失敗もしましたが、修正を先生に頼んだら、私のミスも何とかごまかせました。
近くで見たら色々気になる所もありますが、初めてにしては結構納得できるものができたし、機会があればまたやってみたいです。

This was a great experience for crafters of all ages. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about their materials, and very receptive to be asked about procedures. There's a tablet with Google Translate available on-hand to help move through any language bumps, and staff was incredibly accommodating towards all levels of Japanese proficiency. I definitely plan to bring english-only friends back here on a future trip.

We really loved our experience learning Kintsugi here. We learned a lot, enjoyed the process, and will definitely keep practicing Kintsugi when we get home! The hosts were absolutely lovely people, and I highly recommend this course. Thank you

Previously, I had a kiriko experience at a different shop, but it didn't go well, and I was quite disappointed. This time, I decided to take revenge and try again. Perhaps because it was a different shop, I was able to do much better than last time, and I successfully achieved my revenge, creating the best piece! ✨

以前、違うお店の切子体験をやりましたが、上手くいかず残念な思いをし、今回、リベンジで再挑戦しました。
お店が違うからか、前回より思うように出来て、無事リベンジを果たし最高の作品が出来ました✨

It was a super fun experience. the staff super super nice and very friendly. We loved the experience!! They can speak english but if you are learning japanese, they will mixed but they know how to explain super well. Also they explain you the history about the fake food and they have also some shop with jewelry....

Kuge Crafts is a gorgeous studio, with incredibly friendly and knowledgeable owners. You learn the whole process from start to finish here, and walk away with a completed project. I have never seen another experience like it, and I'm so glad I got to experience this craft firsthand!

Fun and family friendly workshop! Hosts were friendly and provided clear and easy instruction. Would love to take another workshop in the future.

The staff was attentive and provided solid support for the patterns I wanted. It was a rewarding and memorable experience. I was even happier that they were considerate enough to help with the photos after completion.

スタッフさんが丁寧で、やりたい柄をしっかりサポートしてくれました。やりがいがあり思い出に残る体験になりました。完成後の撮影まで気を遣ってくれていてより嬉しかったです。

Great interactions with staff in a simple, fun environment!

We had a lovely time at this workshop. It was very beginner friendly, and the assistant's English was fantastic. She walked us through each step, and we had ample practice opportunity before starting to on our own pieces. I would highly recommend this workshop!

Such a fun and great experience! The man who works there is so lovely and friendly - I have recommended it to a group on Facebook

Wow. There is so much to say about this experience. First, if you take the meaning and the process to heart, it is a very powerful experience. Yoshiichiro and Yoshiko are kind, patient, attentive, and thoughtful teachers, and extremely cool people in general. They give you the guidance, and you have your process. Being with others in the intimate space was also really nice. This was beautiful and healing for me. They will teach you Kintsugi but are also ushers and stewards of the incredible potential the process holds for each person. I think it could be really fun if you just want to learn the craft and eat a yummy piece of cake, but there is a LOT more there if you allow it. Amazing.

I had an experience at the same shop about a year ago. This time, I wanted to create something in a different color, so I participated again. The instructor was very attentive, but it was still quite difficult, and time flew by. I went in with the intention of making something with the same design, but I once again realized the challenges of Edo Kiriko. Nevertheless, it was a fun experience, and I would like to visit again.

一年位前に同じお店で体験をしました。今回は色違いのものをつくりたくて、再度体験しました。丁寧に教えていただきましたが、やはり難しく、時間はあっという間です。同じデザインのものをつくるつもりで意気込んでいきましたが、改めて江戸切子の難しさを実感しました。それでも楽しい経験です。また伺いたいと思います。

The staff were very kind and taught me patiently! There was a wide variety, and the timing was just right, so I was very satisfied.

丁寧に教えてくださり、スタッフの皆さんとても親切でした！種類も豊富で、時間もちょうどよく大満足です。