Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
Highlights
・Try traditional mochi pounding with wooden mallet and mortar
・Feel the festive rhythm of this time-honored celebration
・Enjoy freshly prepared mochi in two Japanese flavors at a historic café
・Share a warm cultural moment in a nostalgic neighborhood
Tour Overview
Join a hands-on mochi pounding experience in Nagoya’s Endoji Shopping Street, a tradition often celebrated during the New Year. Guided by friendly hosts, you’ll pound steamed rice in a wooden mortar, working in rhythm and unison just as generations have done. The lively atmosphere is filled with teamwork, laughter, and festive spirit. Afterward, step into NAGONOYA café, a retro landmark, to savor mochi prepared in two distinct Japanese flavors along with a refreshing drink. This short but memorable experience is more than food—it’s a celebration of tradition, togetherness, and Japan’s warm hospitality.
What's included
Travel insurance
Two varieties of mochi tasting in traditional Japanese flavors
One drink
Professional, English-speaking guide
Rice cake making (mochi pounding) experience
Transportation to the meeting point
Additional drinks
Guide gratuities (optional)
What to expect
2h
Celebrate the heart of Japanese tradition with a hands-on rice cake making (mochi pounding) experience in Nagoya’s charming Endoji Shopping Street.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The interpreter guide will be waiting for you with your name board.
End point
The interpreter guide will be waiting for you with your name board.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum age to participate is 7 years old
A Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, or Korean-speaking guide may be available. Please contact the supplier in advance to check availability.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
