Satoko Ogawa

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3 reviews
"ankotopia WAGASHI School" was born to introduce the joy and beauty of making traditional Japanese sweets "WAGASHI" to people from around the world. Meet Satoko, a bilingual Japanese certified instructor who has been sharing the art of Wagashi from her Tokyo home. With a background that includes nearly 25 years living abroad and a passion for diverse cuisines, Satoko's culinary journey began when her introduction of Wagashi received an unexpectedly big and warm reception.
Member since Oct 11, 2023
Reviews
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Ellie Kaddatz
February 21, 2025
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Making Nerikiri with Satoko was one of the highlights of my trip! She is so capable, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, and is gracious enough to hold the class in her beautiful home. The class was e...read more

Hi Ellie-san, Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m truly honored that you chose my lesson as one of your final experiences in Japan before returning home. I’m so glad you enjoyed learning...Read more

Satoko OgawaFebruary 22, 2025
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Drishti Jhangiani
June 17, 2024
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Making “Nerikiri & Mochi” and enjoying “Matcha in Tokyo” was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend taking this course in Japan! I love to cook and bake, so when I saw the chance to make so...read more

Hi Drishti-san! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you and your siblings had fun making Mochi and Nerikiri, and that you enjoyed learning about their history,to...Read more

Satoko OgawaFebruary 22, 2025
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Reese
May 01, 2024
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Our mochi class with Satoko-san was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we stepped into her cozy studio, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that immediately made us feel at home. Sat...read more

Hi Reese, Thank you so much for coming to my class. I am so happy to hear that you two enjoyed making Mochi and Nerikiri with me! I really appreciate your wonderful movie regarding the experience ...Read more

Satoko OgawaFebruary 22, 2025
Experiences
Classes
TOKYO

Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo

Make wagashi sweets with a certified instructor at her home in Tokyo. Learn the cultural significance of mochi, make fruit daifuku and hanami dango, decorate a delicate nerikiri confectionery, whisk matcha, and enjoy your sweets with tea.

from $87.73 per guest - 2.5 hours
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Private Experience
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Classes
TOKYO

Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo

Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionary class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal nerikiri to enjoy with freshly made matcha tea.

from $58.48 per guest - 1.5 hours
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With recipe
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Classes
TOKYO

Make 2 Kinds of Mochi Sweets in Tokyo: Dango & Daifuku

Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionery class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal fruit daifuku and sanshoku dango.

from $58.48 per guest - 1.5 hours
Rain or shine
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