Solo Friendly! Private Nerikiri Wagashi Class in Tokyo
Solo Friendly! Private Nerikiri Wagashi Class in Tokyo
Become an expert in making nerikiri wagashi, a traditional Japanese sweet, in a cozy Tokyo home near the Kanda River.
Highlights
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
10 meals
Experience Details
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.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Children under 4 years old cannot join this experience
- Aprons are available upon request
- Not wheelchair accessible
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet directly at the host’s house in Bunkyo Ward near Waseda and Edogawabashi Stations. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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 beautif...read more
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...Read more
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 stopp...read more
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
it was a fun experience, i liked that the sensei presented the importance of wagashi in all japanese holidays
Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Wagashi has a deep connection with Japanese seasons and holidays, so I’m glad I could share that with...Read more
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 h...read more
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...Read more
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. F...read more
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...Read more
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