I don't understand the negative reviews. This kit is ADORABLE! The english instruction book make more sense than most instruction booklets you get here in America! I am 75% of the way thru finishing this model and so far I have not had one single piece missing. Everything is labeled perfectly. If I had to get really really picky I would say it would have been nice if they put stickers on the wood pieces with the corresponding number. It did take some time to figure out which piece is which, although, the pieces are placed in bags labeled A, B, C, D. The attention to detail is amazing, and this is one of the only times that I have found instructions that are translated to be 100% clear. This was clearly not only translated but they had to have hired an English speaking person to make this model walking thru the instructions and correcting any translation issues, because so far every word has been 100% correct. The instructions are in full color, gives tips on how to make the process easier, it is honestly a very impressive kit. If this kit were manufactured in the US and sold here it would be a $250+ kit. If you like making miniatures you will enjoy this. I did buy a few miniatures to use in replace of making some of the tiniest details (the little boxes, little cups, ect...) this kit includes everything so that when you are done you will have made almost every single tiny detail. If this doesn't appeal to you, buy some pre-made tiny details such as the lamps, tables, ect....the kit is such a good value for whats included, you can do that and not feel guilty. Highly recommend! Thanks for this great kit. We have nothing like this in America! I would love if they included an additional wallpaper choice, that is my only request!