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- English
Uncover the art of Japanese culture with a unique seasonal wagashi-making and tea ceremony experience at the historic Kujo-kan teahouse in Ueno, Tokyo. As you create a beautiful Nerikiri sweet, an English-speaking instructor will guide you through every step, ensuring a fulfilling encounter with this edible art form. Following your crafting session, enjoy a hands-on demonstration of matcha preparation, culminating in the delightful tasting of your handmade sweet alongside your own freshly whisked matcha. Immerse yourself in the serene garden view, making this a truly exclusive cultural moment.
Each person makes one Japanese confection, making this an experience recommended even for beginners.
Example Menu
Dessert
Wagashi (Nerikiri)
1 piece per person: Make and taste your own Japanese sweet.
Dessert
Matcha (Green Tea)
Tea Ceremony Experience You will whisk your own matcha green tea and enjoy it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive at the reception desk located in front of the Kujokan Pavilion within the Tokyo National Museum 15 minutes prior to the activity start time.
What to expect
Seasonal Wagashi Making and Tea Ceremony Experience with English Support at a Historic Teahouse in Tokyo National Museum
Located in the lush greenery of Ueno, Tokyo, the Tokyo National Museum boasts the longest history of any museum in Japan. It holds a breathtaking collection of approximately 120,000 items, including numerous National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
Your experience takes place in the Kujo-kan, an exclusive, historic teahouse surrounded by the museum's beautiful garden, which is normally closed to the public. At the start of the experience, you will enjoy a short guided tour to explore Kujo-kan .
In this special program, you will craft a traditional Japanese confectionery known as Nerikiri, learn the fundamentals of tea ceremony etiquette, and whisk your own bowl of matcha to enjoy alongside your handmade sweet. An English interpreter will be present throughout the lesson, so you can join with total peace of mind even if you don't speak Japanese. For those who find seiza (traditional Japanese sitting) uncomfortable, chair seating is also available.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for guests who have difficulty sitting on the floor or using low floor chairs.
- Wagashi Ingredients: White kidney beans, sugar, agar-agar, glutinous rice flour, syrup (from sweet potato), natural food coloring (gardenia, beet). Dry Confectionery (Higashi) Ingredients: Wasanbon sugar, powdered sugar.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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