Private Tour

2 Hours Mochi &Nerikiri Making & Matcha Class in Bunkyo

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience traditional and modern Japanese sweets-making in English. Learn the art in a Japanese home, which is located in central Tokyo, and overlooks the Kanda River and local park ! With a maximum number of 4 participants, you will be able to enjoy learning in a cozy and friendly atmosphere. I try to make my recipes as simple as possible, so that they can easily be remembered and repeated when you get back home. So come and enjoy my class !

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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Culinary/Cultural experience in Traditional Japanese Sweets Making (Wagashi) delivered in a Japanese home 2-hour Course | 3 x Options: Mochi | Dango Course; Nerikiri Course; or Combination Mochi | Dango | Nerikiri Course 3 x Sweet-Types: Mochi (eg. New Year | New Birth), Dango (eg. Special Events), Nerikiri (eg. Tea Ceremony) Course is presented by a bi-lingual, native-Japanese, trained by the Wagashi Association of Japan

What‘s Included

Snacks

Options

2 Hours Mochi &Nerikiri Making & Matcha Class in Bunkyo

Reviews

5.00

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful experience!
Ram T,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great homely experience in the traditional style. We loved every bit of it! Highly recommend for families to sit down with Yuko and enjoy the view while engaging in the experience!
An artist for a day!
4hn8bh7qyz,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I had the loveliest time attending this class. Miss Yuko was incredibly attentive, and the way she performed every step of the mochi-making process with such grace, ease, and precision, was absolutely mesmerizing. It truly felt like watching edible works of art come to life. I was accompanied by my mom, who was initially a bit reluctant to participate, but she ended up enjoying the class so much. She became fully engaged, keenly taking notes and gathering tips to recreate the recipe once we return home. The class was held in a cozy, inviting room with a gorgeous view from the window. There was such warmth, care, and attention in every detail that it felt as though we had known Miss Yuko for years. We also learned fascinating history about Wagashi and its importance in various Japanese celebrations, which made the experience even more meaningful. I wholeheartedly recommend booking this activity for a memorable, enriching experience and, of course, for the little heavenly bites you get to enjoy along the way.
Wonderful experience with Yuko!
X2716XPalexw,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mochi making with Yuko was one of the highlights of our anniversary trip to Japan! She was kind, patient, and was able to give us some wonderful knowledge about the history of mochi and successfully helped us craft multiple beautiful and delicious desserts. The match and snack at the ned was such a lovely way to close a thoroughly enjoyable two hours. She welcome us into her home and we are so appreciative of the experience!
5-star Wagashi Workshop
Steph T,,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I could not rate this class highly enough! Yuko was a wonderful and patient teacher. She was easy to engage with and you got to create so many unique creative designs!! I had so much fun! I would encourage anyone looking for a mochi and wagashi workshop to book it! It was great to participate as a solo traveller and quite an intimate space!
Amazing Japanese sweets class
Stacey B,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our experience with Yuko’s watch class was outstanding. Yuko was in contact with us early on to make sure that we knew how to get to her class. She greeted us at the door and treated us like family in her amazing kitchen and dining room. My daughter and I loved her class and learned so much. She explained the history of making Japanese sweets before starting the process with us. We made so many sweets. Yuko made things so straightforward and easy. Yuko prepared so well for the class that we were able to participate in the fun and instructive parts without wasting any time. We made so many beautiful sweets such as a sunflower-shaped aweet l and watermelon and pineapple mochi. Yuko is an amazing maker of wagazhi, and her refrigerator is full of her beautiful creations. The class was easy to find on public transportation, too. If you are looking for something fun and meaningful and authentically Japanese to do when you are traveling to Tokyo, go to this class.
A Truly Unforgettable Experience – Heartfelt Thanks to Yuko!
ankitd741,,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow—this was truly one of the most special experiences our family could have hoped for! Words can hardly capture the warmth, care, and attention to detail that Yuko brought to every moment of our time with her. Her hospitality went above and beyond, turning this session into an unforgettable memory for our family of five. Our kids, absolutely loved it. Yuko guided them through each step with such patience and calmness, making everything easy to follow and full of joy. Her gentle encouragement and thoughtful instruction made a lasting impression. We created a wonderful variety of traditional Japanese desserts (Wagashi)—from the colorful Sanshoku Dango (three-colored dango) to Fruit Daifuku (fruit mochi), soft and chewy Warabi Mochi, and finally ended with a perfectly whisked cup of matcha tea. It far exceeded our expectations in every way. We are so grateful to Yuko for welcoming us into her home and kitchen, for sharing her knowledge and time, and for making us feel like part of her family. It truly felt like a home away from home—and a memory we’ll treasure forever!!
Plenty of mochi and a very kind teacher
matthewdF4095PH,,May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yuko was a very talented teacher and she explained some of the history and traditions of mochi in Japan. Her cooking studio overlooks greenery which is very beautiful. We made many different types of mochi, nerikiri and dango. Yuko spoke English well enough that we could learn without being able to speak Japanese. She also served us macha tea and we had a little tea ceremony at the end.
A sweet break from walking
bruinstefstuf,,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My twelve year old daughter and I took this class and loved it. Yuko speaks very clear English and gave excellent instructions. Our finished product didn't look quite as good as hers, but we were still very proud of what we made! I think this activity is well worth the time. We'll be looking for the ingredients so we can make more at home.
Highlight of our trip to Japan!
rebeccasN1754GH,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My friends and I had SUCH a wonderful experience learning to make wagashi with Yuko in her lovely home! We learned how to make 4 types of nerikiri as well as sakuramochi while looking out at the beautiful cherry blossoms along the river. Yuko was a great and patient instructor who humored us even when we, as a group of artists, went a little off the rails from the traditional designs. We'd recommend this class to anyone visiting Tokyo!
Wonderful workshop
andreeaaS4881HU,,Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This workshop was one of the highlights of our Japan trip because the experience felt so authentic. We learned a lot of interesting things about the culture, together with the recipes for traditional Japanese sweets. Yuko-san was a very professional teacher and a wonderful and warm hearted person Would definitely recommend the experience for everyone visiting Japan.