Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
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You’ll get hands-on experience creating several types, such as red bean mochi, mitarashi dango, kinako mochi and sweet mochi.
After the class, relax and enjoy your handmade creations with a cup of traditional matcha tea.
Highlights:
- Learn how to make mochi from a local home chef
- Try your hand at multiple flavors and styles
- Choose between morning or afternoon classes
- Enjoy a small-group experience (maximum of 8 participants)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Discover one of Japan’s most beloved traditional sweets — mochi, soft rice cakes filled with delicious sweet or savory flavors. Join a friendly local chef and learn the authentic art of mochi-making, from pounding the rice to shaping and filling it yourself.
Sample Menu
dessert
Japanese Mochi
We will serve you mochi that comes in various flavors, including Kinako, Red Bean Paste (Anko), Sweet Fruit, and more!
Options
Kyoto Mochi Pounding & Tasting
Mochi Pounding Mochi Tasting with Tea
What‘s Included
Young English-Speaking Instructor
Various Types of Mochi
Drinks to go with your Mochi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
52 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great experience
israellJ904CM,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very good show, Geiko-san Fukunag was amazing and the guide Rin did a great job too
Great fun.
CoreyS1462,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fun Mochi experience. Decent admission fee. Friendly staff.
Amazing!!
jackim555,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a amazing experience. My family enjoyed it very much! Highly recommend
Loved it!
667oleksiif,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sara and Aki were amazing hosts, and both the experience and the tasting met all expectations. Everything took just under 2 hours.
So fun
Curiosity51561652908,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very fun with Sara and Akio. Good experience for Mochi lover.
Mochi pounding and Eating
Camper20995392599,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sara and Aki were so awesome and my partner and I had such a blast pounding mochi and learning about the history, would definetly recommend if you are in kyoto
Best Mochi making experience with Sara
Explore46559888922,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a group of 6 We had an brillant experience making and eating Mochi. The host are so warm and helpful. Sara and mizuki were perfect hosts. Couldn't have asked for a perfect evening in kyoto .. 1 of the best experiences to enjoy with your family
Mochi making
reenavshah,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was very good .SARA and Mizuki both of then guided very well how to make mochi making experience
Great mochi making experience!
Scenic67871461750,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great mochi making class near the Higashiyama ward area! Great price and helpful English speaking instructors!
Fun experience
fernandaaU176DF,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun experience!!! the girls were very kind, I ate a lot of mochi
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