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.

There are many dining options nearby, and Ikuta Shrine and Don Quijote are very close. The breakfast is delicious, the rooms are of decent size, and the large public bath is very comfortable, but you probably can't see the night view as the full-length curtains are always drawn.

The hotel service was good. The hotel is located next to the side gate of Ikuta Shrine, in a quiet environment, and the massage was also good. Free coffee is provided in the hotel lobby on the 1st floor. The room can accommodate a suitcase size of 24-26 inches, and you can see Ikuta Shrine directly from the room window. During my stay, many international tourists were staying at the hotel. It is not far from various subway lines, and you can find various restaurants, drugstores, etc. in the surrounding area (breakfast was not used this time).

Hotel location: excellent Service: excellent Cleanliness: very clean Breakfast: very delicious Easy to find: right at Kobe Port

I was completely satisfied. It's very close to Sannomiya Station, the staff are friendly, and there's a self-service kiosk for check-in/check-out that supports Korean. The room was spacious, and they even offered luggage storage and extra towels, which was a thoughtful touch.

The hotel front desk is on the second floor. The rooms are clean, the hair dryer has good power, and the bathroom is spacious with a bathtub for soaking. The bed is comfortable, and any toiletries you forgot to bring can be freely obtained opposite the front desk, which is very convenient. There's enough space in the room to store two suitcases. It's a 3-5 minute walk to the commercial street and an 8-10 minute walk to the train station.

Comfortable, convenient, friendly staff, and generous amenities make it the absolute first choice for staying in downtown Kobe. The breakfast selection is relatively small, but the freshly grilled steak is amazing. There are not many people dining, making it very comfortable and uncrowded, with a superb view. Waking up early for breakfast allows you to see the sunrise 🌅.