Tokyo Vegan Wagashi Cooking Classes(20)
Traditional Sweets (Nerikiri) Making with Tea Ceremony
Spend a delightful afternoon crafting tiny edible works of art! During this wagashi class in Tokyo, you’ll make three Japanese confections with designs that are inspired by the current season. Then, whip up a bowl of matcha to pair with the sweets.
Onigiri Making & Amazake Tasting Workshop Near Tokyo Tower
In this private cooking and tasting experience in central Tokyo, you’ll learn how to make onigiri (rice balls) and take part in an amazake (fermented rice drink) tasting alongside a team of dedicated professionals.
Mochi and Traditional Sweets Making with Tea Ceremony
A delicate craft, learn the art of wagashi and transform a mixture of sweet bean paste and mochi into delightfully artistic sweets! These sweet creations are complemented by the cup of matcha tea that you’ll also learn to whip up.
Solo Friendly! Nerikiri and Mochi Wagashi Making Class in Bunkyo, Tokyo
A family-like atmosphere makes this lesson more than a way to make sweets – it’s a way to build connections! Make fruit daifuku, colorful dango skewers, and nerikiri confectioneries in a certified wagashi teacher’s home overlooking the Kanda river!
Nerikiri-Making and Matcha: the Flowers and Flavors of Japan
Use traditional wagashi molds to form delicate sweets in the form of Japan’s seasonal flowers while you sip hand-made matcha tea.
Solo Friendly! Private Nerikiri Wagashi Class in Tokyo
With the careful guidance of a certified wagashi expert, you can learn how to make nerikiri wagashi, or, as we like to call it, edible art. Shape the dough into a seasonal motif and enjoy with a cup of freshly brewed matcha.
Asakusa Matcha Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets
Level up your love of matcha with this matcha-making class in Asakusa that pairs the rich flavor of green tea with elegant Japanese confectioneries in an unique experience led by friendly English-speaking staff.
Wagashi: Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo (5 Options)
Try your hand at making traditional Japanese sweets in Setagaya, Tokyo! Choose from 5 classes and make your wagashi of choice: fruit daifuku, nerikiri, hanami dango skewers, and more, with certified wagashi instructor Kaoru.
Solo Friendly! Learn How to Make Mochi & Dango With a Certified Instructor
Want to learn how to make traditional Japanese sweets like mochi and dango? Expand your culinary skills in this private cooking class with the help of a friendly, certified instructor. Enjoy your sweet creation with a view of Tokyo’s Kanda River.
Wagashi Sweets-Making Workshop at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple
Take a step back in time at this Japanese sweets (wagashi) making experience at Koboji Temple in Tokyo. You’ll learn how to make nerikiri, a type of moist wagashi with delicate motifs, and sip on matcha prepared by a kimono-clad host.
Make Mochi, Mochi Ice Cream & Kakigori in Setagaya
Join your host, Sakura, as she shares her passion for wagashi with you and instructs you on how to make matcha kakigori, mochi ice cream and warabi mochi. This cooking class is perfect for those who want to try traditional Japanese sweets.
Solo & Family-friendly! Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in a Tokyo Neighborhood
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.
Solo & Family-friendly! 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.
Ginza Wagashi Sweets-Making Workshop w/ Master Yoshi
Discover the Japanese art of sweets-making with a 13th-generation wagashi artisan at Mannendo, a confectionery shop in Ginza with a history spanning over 400 years. Learn to make two or three types of wagashi and enjoy your sweets with matcha tea.
Yanaka Bento-Making Class & Calligraphy Workshop (Tokyo)
Escape the crowds in Tokyo and relax with a local calligraphy workshop and bento lunch-making class in Yanaka, a district near Ueno that retains its retro charm.
Yanaka Food Tour, Bento-Making & Cultural Workshop (Tokyo)
Discover Yanaka, a Tokyo gem near Nippori and Ueno, in this unique experience led by locals. On this day tour, you’ll explore the area, visit Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza, try local snacks, make your own lunch and take part in a cultural workshop.
Solo & Family-friendly! Make Different Kinds of Mochi Sweets in a Lesser-Known Tokyo Neighborhood
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.
Make Hanami Dango, Daifuku and Nerikiri Wagashi in Mitaka
Learn how to make two different types of mochi sweets: fruit daifuku and three-color dango skewers, and mold delicate nerikiri wagashi confectioneries. Then, enjoy your sweet creations in this class with a professional instructor in Mitaka, Tokyo!
Solo Friendly! Gluten-Free Japanese Desserts Making Near Waseda (Tokyo)
Discover the tantalizing world of Japanese sweets in this fun class. Join Yuko in her cozy home near Waseda and the Kanda River to make taiyaki fish-shaped sweets and a Japanese-style parfait with seasonal fruits, all gluten-free and vegan!
Making Japanese Sweets Together: Team Building Experience
Foster stronger team bonds during this collaborative Japanese confectionery class! Each group will come up with their own innovative wagashi sweets and be judged on creativity and teamwork, then relax with a cup of tea and the finished sweets.
Recent Reviews from GuestsDiscover Vegan Wagashi Cooking Classes in Tokyo
If you find yourself in Tokyo, immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Japanese sweets with a vegan twist. Tokyo's bustling streets and vibrant markets are home to a variety of unique culinary experiences, and learning to make wagashi is a must-try activity for any food enthusiast. Wagashi, the delightful traditional Japanese sweets, are often served during tea ceremonies. These sweets not just tantalize your taste buds but also please your eyes with their artistic nature. In Tokyo, these cooking classes offer a special vegan version, ensuring you can savor the essence of these treats irrespective of your dietary preferences.
What to Expect in Vegan Wagashi Cooking Classes
Vegan wagashi cooking classes in Tokyo provide an exceptional opportunity to learn about Japanese culture and its culinary secrets. As you delve into the art of vegan wagashi making, you will be introduced to traditional ingredients such as azuki beans, rice flour, and matcha. The experienced instructors will guide you through every step, offering tips and tricks to perfect these delicate confections. Typically, classes are small, ensuring personalized attention and guidance. In addition, you will have a chance to understand the cultural significance of wagashi, as your instructor explains their history and the symbolism behind various designs. The best part is, you get to take the results of your labor home or enjoy them with a hot cup of matcha.
Benefits of Taking Vegan Wagashi Classes in Tokyo
Opting for a vegan wagashi cooking class in Tokyo has various benefits beyond just learning how to make a sweet treat. Firstly, these classes are inclusive, offering a plant-based option for health-conscious individuals, those with dietary restrictions, or anyone curious about veganism. You will not only enhance your cooking skills but also gain new knowledge about substituting traditional ingredients to maintain authenticity. Additionally, these classes provide an excellent setting to meet other like-minded individuals, both locals and tourists, creating a richer experience through shared learning. Finally, you will acquire a unique skill set that allows you to recreate these exquisite sweets at home, impressing family and friends with your newfound expertise.
Whether you are a seasoned vegan or just beginning to explore plant-based cooking, these classes offer an enriching and enjoyable way to experience Japan's culinary heritage. These workshops are perfect if you're keen to dive into hands-on learning while in Tokyo. With each delicate creation, you will have made not just a dessert, but a piece of art that reflects centuries of tradition reshaped for today's culinary landscape. Dive into Tokyo's vegan wagashi cooking classes and bring home not only recipes but lasting memories from your Japanese adventure.