Kyoto Wagashi(Japanese sweets) Cooking Class near Fushimiinari
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Our cooking lessons are held in an authentic Japanese style house. You will experience the feeling of being invited over for a cup of tea by a friend in Japanese culture. This is a great opportunity for all tourists coming to Japan.
Our group lessons have a maximum of 6 people. Our instructors are all very friendly and want you to have a memorable time with us. Even if you came alone, you would have a great time.
We'll introduce some great tips on preparing 3 popular Japanese desserts and You'll discover how to make some Japanese sweets that you might have seen in some Japanese Anime or Manga.
You will get all the recipes of the desserts we prepare together. You will be able to make some great Japanese sweets for your family and friends back home. We guarantee they will be surprised!!
Vegetarians are welcome, also Vegan friendly. Let me know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.
We look forward to meeting all of you soon!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Sample 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
Options
Private
Group
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent cours de mochi et Wagashi !
Meltrip77,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience in the company of Miho, very welcoming. She gives us all her secrets to making Japanese desserts including the famous Mochi. Everything was very good, if you want to learn the secrets of the recipes of these pastries, I recommend that you book a course at Miho. Merci 😊
Great experience
lydiak662,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! We created 3 traditional treats and they were super easy and delicious. People of all ages will enjoy this class and tje desserts.
A wonderful cooking class
G7854GPbillm,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time cooking with Mihoko. My daughter is 10 and Mihoko was very patient and kind with her. The food we made was delicious and we were able to eat it in her lovely house.
Wonderful Family Experience!
ccfrometown,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a wonderful time with Mihoko. The class was perfectly paced, and the personal touches were lovely (tea, matcha, conversation about life in Japan). Would highly recommend this experience to anyone who likes to cook and is looking for something special to do with time in Kyoto!
Awesome food, better teacher
diegofU7064HZ,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great teacher and the ingredients are perfect.
Such a fun morning!
Z4418ZJrachelr,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My son and I attended this class this morning and had a great time. Mihoko was a great teacher and very sweet. We made three different desserts: ice cream mochi, dango, and taiyaki. We were also given tea and got to enjoy it and our sweets in a beautiful Japanese style room looking out onto a cute garden. I’d love to taue the class again next time I’m in Kyoto. Mihoko changes up the deserts by season. Her English was also very good which made following instructions easy.
Wagashi cooking class
brianrB13NS,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing and unique experience in Kyoto that I will never forget. The host was amazing!
Japanese desserts
FarAway17990887564,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very meaningful experience, I learned a lot, courteous, pleasant, professional and very homely service. I enjoyed every moment and will definitely come again!
10 out of 10!
E856JWariels,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a lovely and personalized experience! Miho was incredibly knowledgeable, great with the kids and wonderful to get to know. She accommodated our gluten-free needs so that I would be able to enjoy every item we prepared. I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants an authentic and low-key cultural experience. We loved it! Thank you, Miho!!!
We had a great time at...
Jillian C,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time at this cooking class with Miho. Her studio was easy enough to find, space is nice and clean. Had one of my favorite bites of the trip with one of the desserts with black sesame, I had never had it before and now obsessed. We enjoyed our learning and eating from this experience. Thanks Miho!
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