All Reviews for Asakusa Tours

Great workshop! Easy skill to learn...but difficult to master Very safe activity, you don't have to worry about cutting yourself or using heavy machinery.

Guide was great. Very nice tour. Only feedback is that I would have preferred less time at Tokyo Tower and more in Asakusa.

I took my friend who came from abroad to create some memories in Japan. The staff were fluent in English, so even international guests could understand the explanations. They were a bit brusque, but they helped when needed. You really have to push a bit to get the desired results, otherwise, it can turn out a bit flimsy. There was a booth for photographing the completed works, and we had a lot of fun.

海外から友人が来日したので日本での思い出作りにお連れしました。
スタッフさんは英語も堪能で、海外からのお客様でも説明を理解できます。
ちょっとぶっきらぼうですが(笑) 適宜ヘルプしてくれます。
けっこう思いっきり押し付けないと、ひょろひょろした線になります。
完成した作品の撮影用のブースがあり、わいわい楽しめました。

I signed up because my sister and her husband were coming to play in Tokyo. I thought it might be difficult since it was a three-day weekend, but luckily we were able to make a reservation for four people, and we all worked on it together. Everyone seemed to enjoy it while chatting and thinking about their favorite designs♪
There were a few mistakes, like misaligning the blade or doubling up, but we had a great time and I’m very satisfied with the experience (^^)

　姉夫婦が東京に遊びに来るということで申し込みました。３連休中だし難しいかなーと思っていましたが、運良く４人予約できて、みんなで取り組みました。各々好きなデザインを考えてワイワイ言いながらやって楽しんでもらえたようです♪
　刃を当てる部分がずれたり、二重になっちゃったりしてちょっと失敗しちゃったけど、楽しい時間を過ごせたし、大満足です(^^)

It was my first time participating, and I had a lot of fun and got really into it. There are samples available, but since you can design freely, I think it would be beneficial to decide in advance what kind of design you want. This way, you'll spend less time thinking about the design and more time on the actual work. It was a very valuable experience, and I would love to do it again.

初めての参加でしたがすごく楽しくて夢中になりました。
見本はありますが自由にデザインできるため、あらかじめ、どんなデザインにしたいかを決めてから行くとデザインを考える時間が短くなり、作業に時間を割けると思います。
とても貴重な体験でまたやりたいと思いました。

We had a lovely rainy day on a warm and dry bus. Nice spots to give a good view of Tokyo with a nice lunch. Comfy yellow bus with big windows.

The Shinjuku station pickup spot could be noted a little more clearly. Directions take you to the Hato bus office so we went very early and caught someone. It wasn’t clear that they would be there the whole time or locked up so just know there is a 1 and 2 bus stop just for Hato on the street directly across from the Starbucks that is outside from the office (not across the street, but just a straight walk out towards the street). The pole sign will call out their different packages and they will be there to ensure you’re on the right bus.

While blown glass and sandblasting are common, it's rare to have the experience of cut glass, so I decided to participate since the price was reasonable.

The session I attended was nearly full. I didn't think much about the design beforehand, but there were plenty of sample works and patterns available, so I could come up with a design on the spot.

I could choose from various colors and shapes of glasses, but the basic fee only covered clear glasses. For colored ones, there was an additional charge of just under 1,000 yen, and for darker colored glasses, it was an extra charge of just under 1,800 yen. (I decided to go for a glass with a pattern that would show well for the additional 1,000 yen.)

After practicing several times, I was able to take on the real thing. The process went from designing the bottom → engraving → designing the sides → engraving. I was pleasantly surprised that I could carve deeper than I expected without breaking it!

Once the glass was finished, I was able to take photos at the booth, and it was placed in a box and handed to me in a paper bag. So, it's fine to come with empty hands or a small bag.

Since I visited in winter and the heating was on, it was warm, but I still felt dry and thirsty without talking. Some people went to buy drinks during the session, so it might be a good idea to bring a bottle of water or a thermos with a lid.

ガラスだと吹きガラスやサンドブラストはよくありますが、切子の体験ができるとの事で珍しい！とお値段も手頃なので参加してみました。

参加した回はほぼ満員でした。
特にデザインを考えないで行きましたが、作品見本や図案が沢山あるのでその場でデザインを考えられました。

いろんな色や形のグラスから選べましたが
基本料金で選べるのは透明のグラスのみ、色付きだと＋1000円弱、更に濃い色のグラスだと1800円弱プラスで掛かります。(せっかくなので模様が見える＋1000円弱のグラスにしました)

何回か練習した後に本番に挑めます。
底のデザイン→彫刻→側面のデザイン→彫刻といった流れ。
思ったより深く削っても割れなく大丈夫でした！

出来上がったグラスはブースで写真を撮らせてもらえて、箱に入れて紙袋に入れて渡してもらえます。なので手ぶらや小さい鞄で来ても大丈夫です。

行った時期が冬で暖房が効いてて暖かいのもあり
喋らなくとも乾燥して喉が渇きました。途中喉が乾いて買いに行く人もいたので、ペットボトルや水筒など蓋のついた飲み物を持参すると良いかもしれません。

The food was delicious, and with the all-you-can-drink option, I was very satisfied. The staff were very friendly and provided a lot of helpful information about sightseeing for the next day. We also had a 20-minute photo session on the boat, making the 2.5 hours fly by. I would like to participate again in the summer.

ご飯も美味しく、飲み放題が付いているので、とても満足です。従業員の方はとても気さくで、次の日の観光について色々と教えていただき、参考になりました。船上に出て、20分の写真撮影とかもあり、あっという間の2時間30分でした。今度は夏に参加してみたいです。

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^_^

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。

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.

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。

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 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

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。

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!

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。

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。

I used it for her birthday. As the title suggests, it became the best memory. I will use it again. Thank you!!

彼女の誕生日に利用させて頂きました。タイトルの通りです。最高の思い出になりました。また利用します。ありがとうございました！！

I wanted to experience Edo Kiriko, so I participated as a solo female traveler. Although I was alone, the instructor was very attentive, and I had a great time. They allowed me to practice before carving my own glass, which made me feel at ease. I believe even those who are somewhat clumsy can do it without any issues.

江戸切子を体験してみたくて、女性1人で参加しました。
1人での参加でしたが、インストラクターの方が丁寧に接してくださり、とても楽しく体験できました。
自分のグラスを彫る前に練習をさせてくださるので、安心して彫ることができました。多少不器用な方でも全く問題なくできると思います。

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！

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。

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。

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。

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✨