Japanese Sweets-Making: Traditional and Modern Art

Join our 2-hour Japanese sweets making class and learn to create traditional and modern treats in English. Enjoy a cozy and friendly atmosphere with a maximum of 4 participants. Take home simple recipes to recreate these delicious sweets!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 1-chōme-27-8 Sekiguchi - Culinary/Cultural experience in Traditional Japanese Sweets Making (Wagashi) delivered in a Japanese home
    2-hour Course | 3 x Options: Mochi | Dango Course; Nerikiri Course; or Combination Mochi | Dango | Nerikiri Course
    3 x Sweet-Types: Mochi (eg. New Year | New Birth), Dango (eg. Special Events), Nerikiri (eg. Tea…
What's Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Experience the blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese sweets-making, all in English. Discover this culinary art in a Japanese home situated in central Tokyo, with views of the Kanda River and a nearby park! With a limit of 4 participants, you’ll enjoy learning in a warm and friendly setting. I strive to keep my recipes straightforward so you can easily recreate them at home. Join my class and have fun!

Location
1-chōme-27-8 Sekiguchi
1-27-8 Sekiguchi Bunkyo-ku Tokyo. From Edogawabashi Station, choose EXIT A1. It is a 10 minute walk to the classroom – a 5-Storey Red Brick Building - opposite the Kanda River.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Franziska_s
Oct 21, 2024
Excellent and authentic mochi making class - Yuko is a very kind and welcoming host. She took a lot of time to show me different kinds of mochi making step by step which I could imitate resulting into my own delicious mochi's. Her explanations about the ingredients, japanese traditions related to mochi and the making process were very interesting. Yuko came up with some really cute seasonal Halloween and autumn designs as well as traditional and modern style mochi. As we actually cooked in her family's home, the whole atmosphere was uniquely authentic. After cooking, we drank some matcha tea together and tasted some mochi. They were excellent! All in all, I would strongly recommend this class to everyone who enjoys cooking/baking!
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Allen_r
Oct 14, 2024
Sweets and more - The woman conducting the class was so personable. We learned more than just how to make Mochi. Definitely worth the time.
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Stefanie_s
Jul 14, 2024
Fun, relaxed and authentic Japanese sweets lesson - I had a lovely time making these Japanese treats. There’s a few to make and many different skills to learn so it was fun and interesting. I felt very welcome and it was a 1:1 lesson. The location was easy to find and nearby the metro, I would totally recommend this as an interesting and authentic activity whilst visiting Japan! Thank you!! 😊
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Dimitri_d
Jul 12, 2024
I had an excellent... - I had an excellent private class with Yuko-san. After an overview of traditional Japanese sweets, I have learned different techniques for some of them. This is a hands-on class where you get to do the sweets yourself while your instructor gives you constant feedback. This is not a generic nor group class, Yuko-san is very generous of her time and comments.
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Robert_d
Jul 5, 2024
Amazing mochi making experience with the kindest teacher! - Yuko was so kind and patient with us, and a wonderful guide through the art and process of creating Mochi. Yuko is very informative on the techniques, but what adds to the experience are the conversations about the cultural connection of mochi to traditions. Add to this the beautiful surroundings of the home and vista, and it made for a very memorable experience. We highly recommend!
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Lloyd_m
Apr 16, 2024
Memorable family experience - This was a very special unique experience. My family had a wonderful time, I highly recommend you do this.
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Ashetanie_w
Apr 9, 2024
SIGN UP NOW! I loooved this - I ABSOLUTELY loved this class! Yuko was my instructor and she was the most sweetest and patient person. I felt like I was at home learning to cook with my mom ♥️ She walks you through everything step by step and goes over the significance and history behind each dessert. Not to mention they were soooo good I wish I could’ve kept eating them. She sent me home with a take out tray of sweets and a goodie bag for keepsakes. We began the experience with some amazing tea and finished it off with some delicious matcha. I will most definitely return for another class when I visit Japan so if you are thinking about booking this activity BOOK IT!
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Claire_s
Mar 1, 2024
Excellent Mochi making Class - The art of making mochi Everything looked so pretty, didn’t know I had so much talent, credit the Yuko Yuko, was very patient & friendly I learned to make different types of mochi This class was very helpful & intressting Yuko is a very nice, helpful 😊
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From $78
up to 4 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).