Japan · Cooking

Private Wagashi Workshop in Ginza – Japanese Confectionery Art with Master Yoshi

2 Hours Round trip from Chuo City Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private wagashi workshop in Ginza
  • 02 Learn nerikiri techniques with Master Yoshi
  • 03 Make two kinds of traditional Japanese sweets
  • 04 Enjoy hand-served matcha during the experience
  • 05 All ingredients and traditional tools included
  • 06 English interpretation and cultural background included
  • 07 Take home your handmade wagashi in packaging

Discover the delicate world of wagashi in a private hands-on workshop in Ginza, where Japanese confectionery becomes an expression of seasonality, craftsmanship, and tradition. Guided by Master Yoshi, you will be introduced to the basics of wagashi and nerikiri before trying the techniques for yourself in an intimate setting.

During the lesson, make two kinds of nerikiri and enjoy your creations with hand-served matcha. With English interpretation included and all tools and ingredients provided, this experience is ideal for travellers looking for an authentic cultural activity in Tokyo.

Discover the delicate world of wagashi in a private hands-on workshop in Ginza, where Japanese confectionery becomes an expression of seasonality, craftsmanship, and tradition.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ginza Man'nendo Wagashi Workshop with Master Yoshi!

Introduction: Warm up with Master Yoshi. 

The lesson starts by explaining Wagashi's basic ingredients (Japanese traditional sweets) and Nerikiri. 

Demonstration by Yoshi, then try yourself out making your own Nerikiri. 

Make two kinds during the 1.5-hour lesson, and enjoy them over a hand-served Matcha by Yoshi.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private wagashi workshop with Master Yoshi
  • All ingredients and use of traditional tools
  • Handmade wagashi to take home (packaged)
  • Freshly foamed autntic prime matcha served during the experience
  • English interpretation & cultural background
  • Elegant, quiet setting in Ginza

What's Not Included

  • Transportation to/from the venue
  • Additional purchases at the wagashi shop (optional)

Know before you go

Important Notes / Requirements

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • LIMITED MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Private workshop: only one group per session
  • No prior experience required
  • Aprons provided
  • Please inform us of any food allergies in advance (contains beans and gluten)
  • Children 10+ welcome with adult supervision
  • Punctual arrival appreciated

Recommended For

  • Discerning cultural travelers
  • Culinary arts enthusiasts
  • Art and design lovers
  • Couples and families looking for intimate experiences
  • Visitors seeking unique souvenirs and premium workshops

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Chuo City, JP
Tour start
Chuo City, JP
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Chuo City.

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