Indulge in the beauty of Wagashi (Japanese sweets)
Guidance from one of Japan's top-class Wagashi artisans
After crafting Wagashi, enjoy a tea ceremony in an authentic tea room.
Private Wagashi Workshop: Create Japanese Sweets with top Wagashi Artisans
- Departure
- 東京
- Destination
- 東京
NTA Bon Point!
Age Requirement: Ages 10 and above
Minimum number of participants：4 people
1. Learn from Japan’s top wagashi artisans how to make traditional sweets.
2. Taste the renowned flavors of "Baikatei," a favorite among high-end hotels.
3. Enjoy a tea ceremony in an authentic tea room, savoring matcha with the wagashi you made during the experience.
What is Wagashi?
Wagashi are traditional Japanese confections deeply connected to the seasons. Beyond their delicious taste, wagashi are known for their visual beauty, which reflects the essence of each season, making them popular worldwide. The primary ingredients in wagashi are plant-based, such as rice, wheat, and beans. Although generally low in calories, wagashi tends to be high in sugar and starch, leading to a higher carbohydrate content.
Wagashi Class at "Fufumi-an" by Artisans from Baika-tei
A Wagashi (Traditional Japanese Sweets) Class with Matcha, Led by Artisans from Baika-tei, a Long-Established Confectionery Founded in 1935. Kagurazaka's esteemed Baika-tei, known for its commitment to natural, additive-free ingredients, crafts seasonal wagashi with heartfelt care. Particularly notable is Baika-tei's signature Anko, meticulously prepared in 23 different varieties, each tailored to complement the specific outer layer of the wagashi.
Introduction to the Wagashi Artisan (Head of the "Fufumi-an")
Takeshi Inoue, the fourth-generation representative of Baikatei, is recognized as both a Tokyo Meister and an Excellent Wagashi Artisan. A Tokyo Meister is an individual working in Tokyo who possesses exceptionally high skills and serves as a model for other artisans. They are awarded the Tokyo Governor's Prize as an acknowledgment of their mastery. "Excellent Wagashi Artisan" is a title given to highly skilled wagashi makers who are recognized for their craftsmanship and creativity, marking the highest honor in the field of wagashi production.
In this experience, Mr. Inoue, or one of his apprentices will introduce the experience
Nerikiri (Wagashi Terminology)
"Nerikiri" is formally known as "Nerikiri-an," but it is commonly referred to simply as "Nerikiri." It kneads Shiro-an (white bean paste) with sugar and binders like yam. The nerikiri-an (white bean paste) serves as the main ingredient. Nerikiri is often crafted into shapes representing the seasons or special events and is frequently used as a premium Jo-Namagashi for celebratory occasions or tea ceremonies.
※Up to 10 participants can join
※The minimum number of participants: 4 people (with at least two adults)
If there are fewer than four participants, please contact the Miyabi team.
※The tea room is located on the second floor, and there is no elevator. We sincerely apologize, but we ask that wheelchair users refrain from participating.
- Code de la tournée
- EDOTYO007
Itinéraire de base
Meet the guide outside the ticket gate Exit "1" (Akagi Shrine side), Kagurazaka Station (T05), Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
Our guide will be waiting for you with a panel of Hokusai’s ukiyo-e, "Red Fuji."
Private Wagashi Workshop
1: Create Wagashi
You will create two types of high-quality Namagashi under the guidance of a skilled wagashi artisan from Baikatei. Namagashi refers to Japanese sweets with more than 30% moisture content. With a wagashi-making kit provided, even children aged 10 and above can participate.
2: Tea Ceremony
After making your own wagashi, you can enjoy them with matcha in a traditional tea room.
Assistant
Un guide anglophone
Note de départ
- Validity
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2024-11-17 〜
2026-12-31
dimanche/lundi/jeudi/vendredi/samedi
- Blackout
- December 30 to January 3
- Duration
- 120 minutes
Terms & Conditions
- 30 days to 8 days prior to the date of the tour
- 0%
- 7 to 2 days before the departure date of the tour
- 50%
- Within 2 day prior to the tour date
- 100%
- No show
- 100%
remarques
The minimum number of participants required to run the tour is four people, with at least two adults. For example, the group can include four adults, three adults and one child, or two adults and two children. The group size can be up to 10 participants in total.
※The tea room is located on the second floor, and there is no elevator. We sincerely apologize, but we ask that wheelchair users refrain from participating.
※If guests have any allergies, please provide the details. We may not be able to accommodate all allergy requests.
Autre information
※The tea room is located on the second floor, and there is no elevator. We sincerely apologize, but we ask that wheelchair users refrain from participating.
Map of Meeting place
Meet the guide outside the ticket gate Exit "1" (Akagi Shrine side), Kagurazaka Station (T05), Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
Our guide will be waiting for you with a panel of Hokusai’s ukiyo-e, "Red Fuji."
Meeting Point
Outside the ticket gate Exit "1" (Akagi Shrine side), Kagurazaka Station (T05), Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
Prix
Rouleau