Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Combination Cooking Class
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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You'll learn how to make authentic Japanese sweets by easy recipe which can be downloadable.
You don't need to bring anything! Everything is provided at the lesson.
Solo and family friendly too.
This is a private lesson (if your group is more than 3 people), therefore you can learn step by step at your pace. Classes take place in a private residence where you can relaxed in a cozy atmosphere.
You can get all the portrait photos and videos taken during the class for your special experience!
My class is held in a quiet residential neighborhood, just 15 minutes by train or car from central Tokyo. Before and after the lesson, you can explore local shops, supermarkets, cafes, shrine, and a famous public bath. It’s a great chance to experience the peaceful charm of daily life in Japan—just a short escape from the busy city!
The menu is made from plant-based products that are easily available in your own country. Appropriate for vegetarians with vegan options available.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
We have two short hair cats(they stay in the bedroom during a lesson). We don' t recommend to the person who has strong allergy to cats.
What To Expect
In my lesson, you can learn how to make mochi using glutinous rice flour. Using the mochi you will learn how to make strawberry Daifuku (Out of Strawberry season, we use Pineapple or Kiwi), and Dango (mochi balls in a skewers) + two kinds of "Nerikiri wagashi"—traditional Japanese sweets. (Motifs will be changed according to the season.) You will learn how to shape the dough into a seasonal motif. The dough is made and colored in advance but you will have access to the tutorial video. After the lesson, you can taste your creations with a bowl of matcha green tea which you make along with my guidance, or take them with you in a special box. In addition to making Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi, we will also introduce the history of Mochi. We will teach you various ways to eat Mochi. Since our recipe are simple and easy, you can recreate them by yourself for your family and friends after you return to your country. Ingredients are also easily available in your own country, and are made from plant-based products, this class is appropriate for vegetarians, too. You can also have a Japanese gift as souvenir.
Sample Menu
dessert
Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Making
*Strawberry Daifuku x2 (fruit may vary by season) *Dango x2 skewers (e.g. Sanshoku, Mitarashi, Yomogi) *Nerikiri Wagashi x2 motifs *Matcha Green Tea
Options
Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Combination Cooking Class
What‘s Included
(Free rental) Apron, hand towel, special tools for Wagashi making, special box for takeaway, drinking water
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Satoko was an amazing...
Jenay C,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Satoko was an amazing instructor. We really enjoyed the experience and learned so much about japanese culture. It was definitely the best part of our trip.
Best Mochi Making Class Near Tokyo!
madisone460,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Satoko was so kind and welcoming! Her class was informative and so enjoyable.
Very guided and kind instructor
dakotae337,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010/10 very nice director felt like I was at home
Great family experience
Revard D,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Satoko was an awesome host and a fantastic teacher. This was a great family activity that taught us a lot about the history of these delicious desserts. We also got to explore a cute neighborhood on the way to our class that we wouldn’t have otherwise seen.
Awesome Experience!
O6262EVcherylc,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was specifically interested in learning how to make and work with nerikiri. Satoko san put together a wonderful experience for me. The seasonal designs she chose for the class exceeded my expectation and the resulting pieces were amazing. Awesome sensei, awesome experience. Thank you, Satoko san!
10/10 Wagashi class
648owent,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an incredible experience! Our instructor Satoko was so knowledgeable, accommodating, and kind, and made sure we had great time! The 1 hr 30 mins class went by very quick, and she made us feel so at home. Highly recommend!!
Lovely Experience & Delicious Desserts
jamieoakland,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great activity! My husband and I loved our dessert making class with Satoko. She's very patient, kind, and knowledgeable. She began with a historic overview of the desserts and their connection to Japanese culture. Each step was explained, and this would also be a perfect experience for beginners! Everything we made turned out so cute and delicious! Even gave us little to-go containers, handmade origami cranes, and cute little souvenirs. Thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommend for visitors to this lovely country!
A lovely lesson!
maianhp334,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Satoko's lesson was very well organised and professional. For example, I was impressed with the small additional details like folded origami bird with our names written on it, or the additional gifts. The lesson was well paced, we had time to take photos (with the decorations provided), and managed to meet her cats too. Satoko has a very sweet personality and is passionate about her job by the way she puts her efforts. Thank you Satoko!
My family is very happy about this experience.
Nina Z,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very soulful and very interesting! Adults and children will love it! I highly recommend it!!! The tea was also very tasty! When I return to Japan, I will gladly come here again!
A wonderful cooking experience
mirandamB4309DL,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Satoko was a wonderful teacher and helped walk me through the process of making the wagashi. It was a lot of fun and a fantastic experience and I will be back again in the future! 💜
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