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- English
- English
This class will not only teach how to make mochi, but also you will learn the cultural importance of it. You will also learn some useful tricks on how to handle this very sticky dough. With guidance from a certified instructor, you will learn the basic techniques in making the sweets so that you can recreate them yourself.
When you are finished you will be able to taste your creations with a bowl of matcha that you will learn how to make yourself. The instructor will teach you the etiquette in drinking matcha as well as the tradition and spirit of Chado (tea ceremony)
This cooking class is held at a private studio in Tokyo where you can get an insight into life in Tokyo from a local as well as advice on tourist attractions and shopping.
Example Menu
Dessert
Strawberry Daifuku
Mochi with bean paste and strawberry filling (2 pcs)
Dessert
Three color Dango
Mochi balls on skewers. (2 pcs)
Dessert
Nerikiri Wagashi
Traditional sweets using dough made with bean paste and mochi with a bean paste filling (2p pcs).
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The building does not have a sign in English but we are next to Family Mart . Take the stairs or the slope and you will find the entrance.
What to expect
The class will conclude with tasting the sweets with a bowl of matcha green tea which you will learn how to make. There will be a short talk about the Japanese Omotenashi (hospitality spirit) that is the essence of Chado (Tea Ceremony)
All ingredients are plant-derived and gluten-free. The instructor who is a certified Nerikiri Art Instructor is very fluent in English so she will be able to give you some insights on the local life as well as advice on where to shop or go sightseeing in Tokyo. Aprons will be provided and an English Recipe Sheet will be given to take home.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum age to attend the class is 4 years
- Non-smoking
- Children under the age of 4 not allowed in class due to safety reasons.
- Observers are not allowed to sit in Class.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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