Hyogo

I highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in the art of sword forging. It will be a lifelong treasure, both in reality and in memory! 🔨 Instructor/Communication: No Japanese language skills are needed. The instructor uses translation software to explain and communicate throughout the process, ensuring you understand the sword forging procedures. The instructor is very kind and professional, providing ample emotional support, leaving you not only with a wealth of knowledge but also a strong sense of accomplishment. 🔨 Experience: You might notice that the shape of the sword we made differs from those of other visitors. This is because we emailed the instructor in advance to discuss the desired shape (we planned to make the handle ourselves at home). The instructor confirmed it was possible and prepared a customized sword blank for us on the day, also adding steps to create a blade pattern. Participating in the complete process and crafting the sword in our minds step by step was incredibly moving. (The above-mentioned additions to the itinerary were agreed upon with the instructor for an additional fee.) 🔨 Time: Because there were two of us, and we had an extra-cost itinerary, we spent about 7 hours there (including breaks). The instructor guides each group individually before moving on to the next, so if you come as a group, estimate that it may take a little longer than the time stated on the website.

To put the review first, overall I am extremely satisfied with this experience!!! Immediately after placing the order, they contacted me via LINE, arranged a photographer, and created a shared folder. I could also tell them in advance the photo style and atmosphere I wanted, and they were very cooperative and professional!! This time, the photographer was Mr. Takeshi Suzuki. His English is very good, so communication was no problem at all. He is very friendly, and his photography skills are excellent. After a little explanation, he was able to capture the feeling, atmosphere, and angles I wanted 💯. This time, we did both outdoor and indoor photos with the theme of New Year's greetings, and the results were truly amazing!!! The first five photos are the original files without any retouching, and the last one has a slightly adjusted filter to create a New Year's card! I was really happy to see the results 😊🥳. In short, it's perfect for solo travelers who want to leave behind beautiful memories! I will definitely continue to use this photography service when I travel to Japan in the future, and I hope to leave beautiful scenes all over Japan ☺️☺️☺️☺️.

The photographer was friendly and patient, communicated clearly before the shoot, provided natural guidance on set, and the finished product exceeded expectations. The overall experience was excellent. From the shoot to the final product, it was reassuring and not awkward at all. Instead, they captured many natural and beautiful moments, which I'm very satisfied with. The composition was professional, the lighting was precise, and the finished product had a delicate texture and depth. It completely met my expectations for high-quality photography and is highly recommended.

My experience taking the JR HAKURA EXPRESS from Kansai airport to Kyoto was convenient, spacious, clean and fast, the hello kitty character is so cute, it has baggage compartment, if you want to have comfortable trip and save money i literally recommend this JR hakura express. It was worth it.❤️❤️❤️

Value and convenient! The price of this ticket is just a round trip between Osaka city and KIX airport by Haruka train, but it also allows you to travel on any other regular JR service in four days! You can get to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Wakayama. it is just of great value.

JR Kansai Mini Pass (via Klook) – 3-day JR-WEST pass for unlimited rides on JR local/rapid trains in Kansai. Used for Kansai Airport ↔ Osaka, Amagasaki, Nara, and JR lines in Osaka city. Pros: Great value if you travel mostly on JR; covers airport access, Nara, and Amagasaki; easy to redeem via Klook; no need for separate tickets. Cons: Doesn’t include Haruka Express or Osaka Metro/private lines; limited area. Verdict: For my itinerary focused on JR routes—airport, Osaka, Amagasaki, and Nara—the pass was worth it and convenient. Best for short trips with JR-heavy travel. Tip: Plan routes using JR lines (e.g., JR Kobe Line, Yamatoji Line) and keep an IC card for subways or private trains.

Amanohashidate and Ine day tour was the highlight of my Osaka trip, and using the JR pass in almost all of my train rides in Osaka and the neighboring areas of Kobe and Kyoto was very maximized. I even got to ride the Shinkansen to Himeji using the JR pass.

This is my second time getting this pass and I would always get this for my Kansai itnerary. It is very convenient to have especially when multiple companies are operating different set of train lines. Also, its coverage so vast so that you can basically do unlimited variation of your itineraries.

The JR Pass is excellent value! We only waited about 5 minutes in line at the Kansai Airport counter, and the staff immediately helped us reserve seats on the Haruka train. From queuing to boarding, it took just 15 minutes in total. It's fantastic to have unlimited rides on the Hello Kitty Shinkansen and trips to Hiroshima included. For a 5-day pass focused on the Kansai area, it offers extremely high value. The only downside is that it doesn't cover Nozomi or Mizuho Shinkansen services between Kyoto and Osaka/Shin-Osaka. However, the Thunderbird limited express train that operates on the same route is also very comfortable and pleasant."