Japanese Sweets Making with Tea Ceremony in Private Studio

5.0 (2 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
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

You'll learn authentic techniques to make traditional sweets from a professionally trained bilingual Instructor.
You will also learn the etiquette to enjoy the tea ceremony.
With step-by-step guidance, even complete beginners can enjoy creating beautiful wagashi while gaining a deeper appreciation of Japanese seasons, aesthetics, and culture.

What's included

  • All tools and materials to make nerikiri wagashi
  • Coffee and/or Tea

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 on the historical background on traditional sweets and tea ceremony.
You will then learn how to make the dough for nerikiri wagashi, and go on to how to color and shape the dough into 3 seasonal motifs.
There will be a photo taking session followed by tasting of what you have created. Class will finish off with a demonstration on how to conduct a tea ceremony. You will learn the etiquette on how to whisk your own bowl of matcha as well as how to drink it.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are next to Family Mart and there is a drug store on the ground floor. Go up the ramp or the stairs and you will find the entrance on your right. Please call #303 + Enter (on the right bottom corner)

End point

We are next to Family Mart and there is a drug store on the ground floor. Go up the ramp or the stairs and you will find the entrance on your right. Please call #303 + Enter (on the right bottom corner)

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The experience takes place at Apt #303 in the building.

Cancellation policy

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

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