Who hosts the wagashi-making experience?

The experience is hosted by Yuko, a certified instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan.

What type of sweets will I learn to make?

The class focuses on nerikiri wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets shaped to reflect the season.

What is included in the experience?

The private lesson includes hands-on nerikiri wagashi making, matcha tea, time to chat during tea time, and a downloadable recipe to take home.

Where does the class take place?

The class is held in a cozy home in Tokyo near the Kanda River, with river views during the experience.

Solo Friendly! Private Nerikiri Wagashi Class in Tokyo

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Location

Tokyo

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 5 guests

Language

English

Location

Tokyo

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 5 guests

Language

English

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•13 reviews

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Make seasonal Japanese sweets guided by tradition
Chat with Yuko’s Australian husband during tea time
Enjoy views of the Kanda River during the class

In this private home cooking course, you’ll learn the history and culture behind traditional Japanese sweets as you make your own! This lesson focuses on nerikiri wagashi, which are so pretty you may not want to eat them! Nevertheless, they taste as good as they look, and are sure to impress anyone you make them for (even if it’s yourself). Yuko, our host, has made it her life’s work to introduce foreigners to the ancient art of wagashi. Certified by the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, you’ll be in good hands as you mold the dough into a seasonal motif. Upon finishing, enjoy your sweets with a cozy cup of matcha and a nice chat with Yuko’s husband, who is from Australia. Set against the backdrop of the Kanda River in Tokyo, the views will be as lovely as the memories you’ll create. Take the recipe home with you and try it on your own, as you’ll receive a downloadable version on your way out.

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Vegan

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Gluten-free

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Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.

Ingredients for two pieces of nerikiri wagashi

Matcha green tea to drink with the wagashi

Downloadable recipe

Transportation to and from the meeting point

Tokyo

Meet directly at the host’s house in Bunkyo Ward near Waseda and Edogawabashi Stations. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

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Free cancellation

Cancel up to 2 days before for a full refund.

No refund within 2 days of the experience or no-shows.

Yuko Di Stasio

Partner since Dec 2023

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13 reviews

Lukas RickelsOctober 2026 • byFood

Had a great time making Nerikiri and got really interesting insights. Yuko was a joy to be around as well! Can highly recommend for anyone who likes likes japanese sweets！もありがとう！

Response from Yuko Di StasioOctober 08, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 I’m so happy to hear that you had a great time making Nerikiri and enjoyed learning about Japanese sweets. It was such a pleasure having you in my class, and I really enjoyed spending time with you too! Thank you for your kind recommendation. I hope you’ll enjoy many more Japanese sweets in the future! 🌸🍵 Warmly,ありがとうございました😊 Yuko

Keiko MineJune 2026 • byFood

Yuko was a great host and taught us how to make Nerikiri in a very easy to understand manner. It was amazing that we, who had no experience in Japanese confectionery making, could make such beautiful Nerikiri!! It was a wonderful experience!! Thank you, Yuko!

Response from Yuko Di StasioJune 01, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed the Nerikiri class and that my instructions were easy to follow. You both did an amazing job! Even though it was your first time making Japanese confectionery, your Nerikiri turned out beautifully. It was a pleasure meeting you and sharing this traditional wagashi experience together. Thank you for choosing my class and for your kind words. See you again 🥰 With gratitude, Yuko

Jennifer KidsonMarch 2026 • byFood

Yuko-san provided us with a wonderful history of Wagashi before the course started and showed us what we would be making. We had so much fun learning about Japanese sweets. I highly recommend stopping here in Tokyo on your next trip. It’s worth it just to explore the beautiful neighbourhood and get to eat delicious s.weets and matcha tea. Yuko was a gracious host.

Response from Yuko Di StasioMarch 22, 2026

Thank you, Jennifer-san, for such a lovely review. I also enjoyed providing you this cultural experience. I hope to see you again sometime soon. Enjoy your time in Japan ! ~ Yuko

Lea HollisOctober 2025 • byFood

I think this course was the only time I fully enjoyed myself in Japan. Her presentation was very informative and her teaching style graceful and motivating. Her husband came around for a chat and he was great, too. After we made the Nerikiri we even got to enjoy some Matcha while getting taught how to drink it properly. Would do another course at her house in a heartbeat! Treat yourself and do it, too!

Response from Yuko Di StasioOctober 17, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the class and had a good time in Japan. You both made such beautiful Nerikiri — I was really impressed! I also had a lovely time chatting and creating sweets together. Please come visit again anytime — we’d love to see you both!　yuko(^^♪

Sanika KulkaraniSeptember 2025 • byFood

Our nerikiri wagashi-making experience in Tokyo was nothing short of magical. The class was in our instructor Yuko-san's beautiful house with a stunning view of Kanda river and park right across. From the moment we stepped in, we were welcomed with warmth and guided by Yuko-san who made the intricate process of crafting nerikiri—delicate, seasonal Japanese sweets—feel accessible and deeply meaningful. Shaping the confections into beautiful designs, was meditative and surprisingly therapeutic. Th...read more

Response from Yuko Di StasioSeptember 05, 2025

Dear Sanika-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful message. I’m truly touched by your kind words and so happy to hear that you and your husband enjoyed the nerikiri wagashi-making experience. It was such a joy to welcome you into my home and to share this tradition with you. Your creations were beautiful, and I loved seeing how much care and heart you both put into shaping them. I’m also delighted that you enjoyed the tea ceremony and that the time felt relaxing and meaningful. I hope the memories of this experience will stay with you, and that wagashi will always remind you of your time in Tokyo. Please do come visit again whenever you return—I would be so happy to see you both. With warmest thanks, Yuko