Mochi Making at a Private Studio in Tokyo

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

We've been providing cooking experiences in this area for more than 10 years welcoming over 10,000 guests from around the world. From our professinally trained instructors, you will not only learn how to make mochi, but learn the cultural back ground of mochi in Japan.

This is a highly interactive course that can be enjoyed by any age. In this hands-on experience, you will explore the fascinating world of mochi by making and tasting several varieties, each with its own texture, ingredients, and story. From soft and fluffy daifuku to flavorful dango and chewy, grilled savory mochi wrapped in nori seaweed, discover just how diverse Japanese mochi can be.

A downloadable recipe will be provided so that you can repeat at home.

This experience is gluten free and vegan option is available.
Please let us know if you would like to book for more than 8.

What's included

Mochi making lesson
Green tea, Hojicha, or Coffee
English recipe sheet
Food tasting
Aprons

Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

What to expect

The class takes place in a private studio near Meguro Station which is two stops away from Shibuya. You will be greeted by the instructor who will start off with a short presentation about the traditions and festivals that involve mochi and how it is important to the Japanese culture. Then you will Four kinds of popular mochi desserts, three of them are hands-on. Then the instructor serve you savory grilled mochi with Soy Sauce and Nori Seaweed.

There will be a demonstration on how to make mochi ice cream.

The class with conclude with a tasting session served with green tea or coffee.

The instructor who is a certified Wagashi Instructor is fluent in English so she will be able to give you some insights on the local life as well as advice on where to shop or go sightseeing in Tokyo.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are locatd next to Family Mart. There is a drug store on the ground floor. Go up the ramp or the stairs and you will find the entrance to the building. Please press 303 + enter button(on the right bottom corner)

End point

We are locatd next to Family Mart. There is a drug store on the ground floor. Go up the ramp or the stairs and you will find the entrance to the building. Please press 303 + enter button(on the right bottom corner)

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Minimum age to attend the class is 4 years
Non-smoking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required (excl. Private Class)
Children under the age of 4 not allowed in class due to safety reasons
Please book for 1 Adult for Private classes up to 6 people.
Dairy free Ice Cream can be prepared upon request.

Cancellation policy

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

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