Tokyo Vegetarian Wagashi Cooking Classes(19)
Private Mochi Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo)
Make strawberry daifuku and hanami dango mochi sweets with a wagashi expert in Setagaya district’s Sangenjaya, a bustling local area with retro shops and cafes near Shibuya. Enjoy your chewy treats in your host’s traditional tatami tea room!
Mochi Making Class in Tokyo
Love chewy mochi? Join this cooking class in Tokyo and learn how to make 4 versions of the beloved Japanese sweet, including ice cream mochi, strawberry daifuku, dango and isobe mochi. Then, savor your sweets with a rejuvenating cup of matcha.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Japanese Wagashi (Nerikiri) & Matcha-Making Class in Tokyo
Become a master confectioner with a wagashi-making workshop in Tokyo! Learn how to make nerikiri (a traditional Japanese confectionery), master the art of matcha tea-making, then enjoy your handmade treats with your classmates and instructor.
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.
Fun Nerikiri Wagashi Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo
Have 30 minutes to spare? If so, why not learn to make traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi)? In this fun short class with a friendly instructor near Aoto Station, you’ll use healthy, plant-based ingredients to make 2 types of nerikiri sweets.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Make Japanese Sweets & Mix Tea Mocktails in Omotesando
Mix colorful and kawaii tea mocktails in this fun workshop with an English-speaking tea expert in Roppongi, Tokyo! You’ll also learn how to make cute wagashi confectioneries to go with your drinks.
Recent Reviews from GuestsExplore the Delights of Vegetarian Wagashi in Tokyo
Immerse yourself in the delicate art of Japanese confectionery with a focus on vegetarian wagashi through casual cooking classes in Tokyo. Wagashi are traditional Japanese sweets that are often enjoyed alongside tea ceremonies and known for their aesthetically pleasing designs and delicate flavors. Choosing a cooking class that caters to vegetarian options ensures that you not only learn the techniques of making these beautiful sweets but also savor them guilt-free, adhering to your dietary preferences.
In these hands-on sessions, you'll delve into the colorful world of wagashi, commonly made from plant-based ingredients such as red bean paste, matcha, and rice flour. These ingredients are not only delicious but also allow for creative expressions through various shapes and textures. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through the process, from selecting the ingredients to molding and decorating your own unique creations, bringing together both traditional methods and innovative solutions for a vegetarian palette.
Discover the Art of Satisfying Plant-Based Sweets
Vegetarian wagashi classes in Tokyo provide a unique chance to understand a significant cultural aspect of Japan’s culinary heritage. Each sweet you create will tell a story, carrying the spirit of the seasons or celebrations and offering a tasty reflection of the rich traditions of Japan. In this setting, the emphasis lies not only on technique but also on understanding the history and symbolism behind each type of sweet. By the end of your session, you'll have mastered a new skill and gained insights into the cultural significance that these sweets hold in Japanese society.
The casual nature of these classes makes them perfect for beginners and culinary enthusiasts alike. They offer an engaging way to spend a few hours, making them ideal for tourists looking for an authentic, hands-on Japanese experience or locals wanting to deepen their connection with traditional Japanese culture. Instructors often blend storytelling with cooking, sharing tales of how these sweets have evolved and their role in fostering community spirit during gatherings.
Join a Community of Like-Minded Cooking Enthusiasts
Joining a vegetarian wagashi cooking class in Tokyo is not just about learning a new skill, but about joining a community. As you create alongside other participants, there will be plenty of opportunities to share experiences, tips, and make new friends. It’s a delightful way to foster connections with fellow culinary enthusiasts who share similar vegetarian preferences.
These classes offer more than just the ability to create artistic sweets. They’re about immersing yourself in a cultural journey, one that leaves you with sweet memories both figuratively and literally. With a strong focus on using quality local ingredients and adapting recipes to suit vegetarian tastes, these experiences aim to cater to all dessert lovers seeking a meaningful and interactive culinary adventure in Tokyo.