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Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Cooking Class
5.0
11 Ratings
Ota City
Master the art of Japanese sweets in a cozy, private class. Explore local shops and enjoy a peaceful neighborhood. Vegan options available.
Master the art of Japanese sweets in a cozy, private class. Explore local shops and enjoy a peaceful neighborhood. Vegan options available.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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20 - Our recipes are straightforward and easy to follow, allowing you to recreate them for your family and friends once you return home. The ingredients are readily available in your country and are plant-based, making this class suitable for vegetarians as well.
In addition to crafting Mochi and Wagashi, we will explore the history of Mochi and…
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20 - Our recipes are straightforward and easy to follow, allowing you to recreate them for your family and friends once you return home. The ingredients are readily available in your country and are plant-based, making this class suitable for vegetarians as well.
In addition to crafting Mochi and Wagashi, we will explore the history of Mochi and teach you various ways to enjoy it.
In this lesson, participants will learn how to make mochi using glutinous rice flour. With the mochi, you will create strawberry Daifuku (using Pineapple or Kiwi when strawberries are out of season), and Dango (mochi balls on skewers) along with two types of “Nerikiri wagashi”—traditional Japanese sweets. The motifs will change with the seasons.
You will learn to shape the dough into seasonal motifs. The dough is pre-made and colored, but you will have access to a tutorial video.
After the lesson, you can savor your creations with a bowl of matcha green tea, prepared with guidance, or take them home in a special box.
What's Included
- Free rental apron
- Hand towel
- Special tools for Wagashi making
- Special box for takeaway
- Drinking water
- Free rental apron
- Hand towel
- Special tools for Wagashi making
- Special box for takeaway
- Drinking water
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Private transportation
Meal Options
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Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Making - Strawberry Daifuku x2 (fruit may vary by season)
Dango x2 skewers (e.g. Sanshoku, Mitarashi, Yomogi)
Nerikiri Wagashi x2 motifs Matcha Green Tea
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Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Making - Strawberry Daifuku x2 (fruit may vary by season)
Dango x2 skewers (e.g. Sanshoku, Mitarashi, Yomogi)
Nerikiri Wagashi x2 motifs Matcha Green Tea
Additional Information
Discover how to create authentic Japanese sweets, including Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi, with a simple recipe. No need to bring anything, as all materials are provided during the lesson. Classes are available every day, including weekends, and are suitable for both individuals and families. For groups of more than three, a private lesson is offered,…
Discover how to create authentic Japanese sweets, including Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi, with a simple recipe. No need to bring anything, as all materials are provided during the lesson. Classes are available every day, including weekends, and are suitable for both individuals and families. For groups of more than three, a private lesson is offered, allowing participants to learn at their own pace. The classes are held in a private residence, offering a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Located in a quiet residential area, just 15 minutes by train or car from central Tokyo, the setting provides an opportunity to explore local shops, supermarkets, cafes, a shrine, and a renowned public bath before or after the lesson. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the serene charm of daily life in Japan, just a short distance from the bustling city. The menu features plant-based ingredients that are readily available in most countries, making it suitable for vegetarians, with vegan options also offered. A QR code recipe is provided, enabling easy recreation of the sweets once you return home.
- We have two short hair cats(they stay in the bedroom during a lesson). We don’ t recommend to the person who has strong allergy to cats.
Location
20-15 Kitaminemachi
Please come to my place directly which locates near Ontakesan Station(IK-10), 15 minutes from JR Gotanda Station by Tokyu Ikegami Line.
Exact location and detailed directions will be given in your booking confirmation message.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(11 Ratings)
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Hkchrislee
Dec 24, 2024
Amazing Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Cooking Class for Beginners! - I had no cooking experience at all, but this class was so easy to follow! Ms. Satoko, the teacher, gave very clear and simple instructions that made everything fun and stress-free. By the end of the class, I could make real Japanese sweets all by myself, and I felt so proud and happy about it!
The class size was small, so Ms. Satoko gave each of us plenty of personal attention. She was also super thoughtful and helped take photos and videos for me whenever my hands were busy, so I could have great memories of the experience.
I really wish I had more time in Japan to join one of her certificate courses. If you’re visiting Japan and want to try something cultural and fun, this class is absolutely perfect! 🍡🎉
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W10bnlisam
Dec 1, 2024
A fun and informative mochi making class - Satoko-San was a wonderful teacher and a welcoming host :) We had a great time learning about the customs and how to make so many types of mochi. This is one of the most memorable experiences of our trip.
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Alessandro
Nov 9, 2024
Creative Mochi-Nerikiri course with a personal atmosphere - I attended the Mochi-Nerikiri class, and it was a fantastic experience. There were only two of us, which created a very personal and pleasant atmosphere. The teacher was extremely friendly and spoke excellent English, which not only made it easier to understand, but also made interesting conversations possible. Thanks to their patient guidance, our Nerikiri works became truly beautiful – like small works of art that wouldn’t seem out of place in a Japanese candy store.
The course was very varied and educational; we learned different tools and techniques to create these artful sweets. In the end we were even able to take home our homemade Nerikiri. Overall, it was a wonderful experience that I can warmly recommend to anyone interested in Japanese sweets and culture.
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Rhemravilo
Oct 20, 2024
Very interesting Japanese Mochi Class - The Mochi and Neriki making working was great. Teacher Satoko san was excellent in her craft and able to easily share her expertise to me. Communication Barrier was not an issue because she clearly explained and taught me in English. Highly recommended to those people who would like to learn how to make this sweet and delicious delicacies. Arigatou Gozamasu, Matane! :-)
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Skyrabbit
Jun 14, 2024
Fun dessert-making experience with lovely host - I’ve enjoyed matcha with wagashi nerikiri, the delicate sweets that they are often served with, at a few gardens in Japan. I was curious how they were made so I signed up for this class together with my sister.
Satoko-san, provides clear directions to her home in the Tokyo suburbs. The class begins with an overview of the history of mochi and nerikiri followed by hands on mochi making from scratch. For nerikiri, Satoko-san had prepared the white bean paste filling and nerikiri dough in advance. It’s a rather time consuming process. She taught us how to wrap the filling in dough and use the triangle stick to create a cute hydrangea and leaf with ladybug design. At the end we enjoyed swishing our own matcha and eating our creations.
Satoko-san is a lovely host and teacher and shared helpful information on where to get supplies for wagashi. My sister, who doesn’t cook much, enjoyed the class a lot and we enjoyed getting to know the two other lovely travellers that day. Satoko-san was very generous with her time and helped us all figure out how to get to our next destination.
When I returned home to Singapore I had no problem replicating the dango mochi as I could recall the correct texture from the hands-on part of the class. I have yet to try the strawberry daikfuku. I was inspired to try making nerikiri too, but found that more challenging as I had to watch several videos to understand how to make it on a stove top. The recipe links provided in the class give instructions for using a microwave. However, after some research and trial and error, I managed to make something similar and even had a fun day making wagashi with a friend. Now, she’s going to get the supplies to try it on her own!
So all in all, this class was a great inspiration to kick off my Wagashi journey. Thank you Satoko-san for your warm hospitality, patience and advice!
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B8738tjwilliamc
May 16, 2024
A wonderful, instructive, and delicious class in Japanese sweets - Satoko's mochi and nerikiri wagashi making class was one of the best things we did in Tokyo. The class is in her house, in an interesting typical residential neighborhood, that you otherwise might not see. Satoko is an excellent teacher and while making sweets we learned a lot about Japanese life and culture. You see mochi and nerikiri wagashi all over Japan, so it's wonderful to know how they're made and the symbolism behind their design. Satoko has lived in several countries so speaks excellent English and we were able to have an interesting discussion with her and really learn about the country. And afterwards you get to eat what you've made!
Highly recommended.
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210megany
Apr 14, 2024
Super fun experience! Learned a lot about Japanese culture and wagashi - The class was so fun! Ogawa sensei was a great instructor—very kind, patient, and organized. She explained everything in a way that was easy to follow and understand; I learned a lot about wagashi and Japanese culture. After the lesson, she even had a cute setup to take photos of the finished sweets.
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Sjhenderson
Jan 27, 2024
Review of mochi class - I completed the mochi class taught by Satoko Ogawa at the anktopia WAGASHI School in January. It was an excellent experience, taught by a professional who is passionate about making mochi. The class begins with an introduction about the history and cultural background of mochi making and their use, which was fascinating. From there it is hands on, learning the various steps in making mochi.
Satoko-san was patient, knowledgeable and personable, throughout the process. Learning how to make different styles of mochi was especially enjoyable, seeing how different ingredients or amounts of ingredients can transform the taste and texture. Satoko-san speaks excellent English and even though I speak some Japanese, which was helpful, it was not necessary for the course. At the end of the lesson you can take photos with the mochi you have made and of course eat them alongside some tea. It was such a beautiful and memorable experience.
I thoroughly recommend taking the mochi class and any of the classes taught by Satoko-san.
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