Kyoto Wagashi(Japanese sweets) Cooking Class near Fushimiinari

5.0
(69 reviews)
Kyoto, Japan

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us in an authentic Japanese-style house for an intimate cooking experience that making you feel like a friend invited over for tea.

Why Choose Our Class?

Small Groups: Max 6 people per class—perfect and welcoming for solo travelers!

3 popular Sweets: Learn tips and techniques to make 3 different types of Japanese desserts(wagashi) you might recognize from your favorite manga or anime.

Take Home Recipes: Get full recipes to recreate these beautiful treats for your friends and family back home.

Dietary Friendly: Vegetarian and vegan options available upon advance request.

Note for Private Booking: For a private group of more than 5 people, simply book a standard group class and send us a message to request a private session.
We can't wait to see you!

Example Menu

Dessert

Mochi ice

Ice cream wrapped up with Mochi

Dessert

Dorayaki

Pancakes filled with red bean jam (You might have seen it in some Japanese Manga!)

Dessert

Mitarashidango

Dumplings with salty and sweet sauce

What's Included

All seasonings and ingredients for cooking
All Fees and Taxes
English-Speaking instructor
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuity
Hotel pick-up and drop-off service

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our studio is about 15 min walk from the Fushimiinari shrine. Only two stops from Kyoto station by JR or 10 min by Taxi.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Do you have a sweet tooth? Or perhaps you've always wanted to try the traditional Japanese sweets (Wagashi) you've seen in anime and manga?

Join our cooking class during your stay in Kyoto for a truly unique and authentic cultural experience! Our class is held in a beautiful, traditional Japanese house featuring stunning tatami rooms and a fantastic garden view.

Here is what you can expect:

Relax: Begin your experience by unwinding in a peaceful, traditional Japanese room.

Learn & Create: You will hand-craft 3 different types of Wagashi (The menu changes according to the season)by yourself or with your partner. Our instructors will demonstrate each step clearly before you start.

Taste & Enjoy: After cooking, sit down with fellow participants to enjoy your handmade sweets alongside a fresh cup of ceremonial Matcha tea, all while taking in the beautiful garden view.

Our classes are conducted entirely in English by licensed guide-interpreters, ensuring that all participants—both English and non-English speakers—can easily follow along and enjoy.
Please choose Seasonal Sweets class or Match Sweets class (suitable for adults) when you book. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Supplied by Japanese cooking class & walking tour

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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