2.5-Hour Wagashi-Making Class with Tea Ceremony in Tokyo
Duration
Guided tour
In this unique wagashi-making class, follow experts on how to make confections based on the season's flavors and end with a calming tea ceremony.
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Discover a world of traditional Japanese sweets in a guided workshop on making the much-loved wagashi confectionery.
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Channel your creativity and learn how to make bright, beautiful wagashi based on the season from your expert instructor.
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Pair your prepared wagashi with a relaxing cup of matcha or Japanese green tea after the session.
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Fun Fact: Trained wagashi artists can make sweets showcasing a fish swimming in the water, a starry night, radiant flowers, and more.
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2.5-hour guided workshop
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English-speaking instructor
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Wagashi sweets made in class
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Japanese green tea
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Digital photos during tea ceremony
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Learn How to Make the Most Beautiful Dessert
Since the Meiji period, Japanese confections have been recognized as unique and distinctive from Western sweets. Wagashi culture has been followed for centuries, with a small sweet to accompany green tea becoming the norm during the Edo Period. With this 2.5-hour workshop, learn how to make dainty snacks to accompany your cup of tea from an expert instructor. Ready to dig in?
Experience the Tradition of Tea Ceremony
In this class, your instructor will take you through every insight and detail regarding wagashi and its types. Take part in learning the recipes of well-known wagashi by following the instructions provided. Learn how to make a black bean paste to add a filling to your wagashi, and play around with the dough and food coloring to prepare some sweets. Get creative and give your sweet any shape and form to suit your aesthetic. Make shapes like flowers, fishes, rabbits, and bears, or follow whatever creative ideas emerge from your mind. Round off your class with a cup of matcha or green tea, and take back home some of the wagashi.
Important Information
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It's recommended to wear socks or stockings.
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Please inform your guide about any dietary restrictions beforehand.
Restrictions
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To book this experience, you must book tickets for a minimum of 2 guests.
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The experience is restricted for guests aged 6 and under.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your instructor outside Toritsu-Daigaku Station Exit .
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Address: 1-chōme-5-1 Nakane, Meguro City, Tokyo 152-0031, Japan.
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Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Toritsu Daigaku Eki mae. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board bus 多摩０１ to get you there.
By Train
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The closest train station is Toritsu-daigaku Station. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board train Tōyoko Line to get you there.
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