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Tokyo Kanda matcha and wagashi experience, featuring two exquisite handmade nerikiri sweets paired with a vibrant green freshly whisked matcha, showcasing Japanese tea ceremony aesthetics.
Close-up of two distinct nerikiri Japanese sweets, a pink flower and a green and white textured design, handcrafted by participants during a Tokyo wagashi making class, showcasing their artistic creations.
Participants in a Tokyo Kanda matcha experience personally operate a stone mill to grind tea leaves into fine matcha powder, deeply immersing themselves in traditional Japanese matcha production and tea ceremony culture.
Hands-on wagashi making experience in Tokyo, where participants wearing gloves meticulously shape nerikiri sweets, with colorful ingredients and finished delicacies arranged on the table, enjoying the creative process.
Artistic creations from a Tokyo nerikiri wagashi experience, featuring a colorful gradient cloud-shaped sweet and a blue flower with a yellow center, showcasing exceptional visual beauty and craftsmanship.
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Tokyo Matcha & Wagashi Making Experience (Chinese/English guide available upon request)

Japan-Kanto , Tokyo
1.0Below expectations
Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering
Duration:1 hour(s) 35 min(s)
Language(s): English / Japanese / Mandarin
Free cancellation 1 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
POINT 1: Create your very own original Nerikiri Wagashi!
POINT 2: Whisk your own matcha and enjoy it with the Wagashi you just made!

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Cultural Experiences

LocationIndoor
Cuisine typeWagashi (Japanese sweets)
Cultural experience typeJapanese tea ceremony

Product Info

At 'an' Japanese Cultural Experience in Kanda, Tokyo, everyone can enjoy learning about Japanese culture.
Take your first step into Japanese culture at 'an'!
We have prepared many fun and educational experience programs waiting for you!
 
Nerikiri is a type of high-quality fresh confection (jo-namagashi). Using colorful bean paste, you will shape them into seasonal flowers or fruits!
 
The color scheme and balance are where you can show off your sense of style.
We use bean paste from a long-established shop in Kyoto to ensure an authentic result.
Afterward, you will whisk your own matcha, and the elegant sweetness of the bean paste is the perfect match for the matcha.
Come experience tea and enjoy Japanese culture at 'an'!
 
【About Arrangements / All payments to be made on-site on the day】
- Chinese or English guide can be arranged for ¥5,500/h (an additional ¥3,300 for every 30 minutes). (This is an additional fee per group.)
* Please note that we may not be able to accommodate language arrangement requests. If no arrangement is requested, we will do our best to assist you.
 
- Certificate of Completion: 1 copy (300 yen)
If you would like a certificate with your name on it, please let us know in advance via message. If we do not receive your name, the certificate will be provided with the name field left blank.
 
≪Schedule≫
00 min: Experience starts, explanation of Wagashi, flower-shaped Nerikiri making, Kinton Nerikiri making
55 min: Break
65 min: Explanation of tea, demonstration of grinding tea, hands-on matcha whisking experience, photo session
85 min: Experience ends, refreshment time
95 min: Conclusion and dismissal
 
* We also offer other courses such as matcha & dry confectionery making, Wagashi making, and tea ceremony experiences.

What You Can Expect

Duration: 1 hour(s) 35 minute(s)

1 Day

  • Explanation of Wagashi
  • Making flower-shaped Nerikiri and Kinton Nerikiri
    Hands-on wagashi making experience in Tokyo, where participants wearing gloves meticulously shape nerikiri sweets, with colorful ingredients and finished delicacies arranged on the table, enjoying the creative process.
  • Demonstration of grinding tea and matcha preparation experience
    Participants in a Tokyo Kanda matcha experience personally operate a stone mill to grind tea leaves into fine matcha powder, deeply immersing themselves in traditional Japanese matcha production and tea ceremony culture.
  • Photo session
  • Refreshment time after the experience

Important Info

Includes/Excludes

  • Consumption tax
  • Nerikiri making experience
  • Ground tea demonstration
  • Matcha experience
  • English and Chinese language guide fees (paid on-site)
  • Certificate arrangement fee (paid on-site)
  • Takeaway box arrangement fee (paid on site)

Eligible Users

Notes

  • Minimum number of participants: 1 person
  • Number of reservations possible: 1 to 22 people

Reminders

  • Wearing a mask is optional.

  • The venue is on the third floor, but there is an elevator available.

  • Due to the nature of the program, we will not be able to hold the event to accommodate delays.

  • Delays without advance notice will be treated as cancellations after 10 minutes from the start.

  • Please refrain from bringing large luggage.

  • We are not responsible for any troubles between customers.

  • Please contact us if you would like to rent it out.

  • Those who do not want to try it out will not be able to enter.

  • Children who sit on their guardians' laps will be free of charge (only for children under 2 years old).

  • If you drop any bean paste during the experience, you can purchase new bean paste for an additional 100 yen. (Applicable to those who are participating in the experience using bean paste)

  • In principle, the seminar will be held in Japanese. If you would like the seminar to be held in another language, please contact us separately.

  • If the course is held in another language, an additional fee will be charged.

  • If you change the date and time of your reservation after the cancellation fee has been incurred, we will charge you the specified fee.

  • For private bookings or large groups (10 or more people), cancellation policies are different, so please contact us.

  • We strictly prohibit the taking, repurposing, and monopolizing of images and videos for commercial purposes. If you wish to use them for commercial purposes, please apply for coverage and use in advance.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Experience Location

Location Name: AN TOKYO Japanese Culture Experience

Address: Japan, 〒101-0044, 2-2 Kajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

FAQ

1. What is involved in making original nerikiri Japanese sweets at the An experience in Tokyo?

At the An experience in Tokyo, you will learn the traditional art of making nerikiri, a delicate Japanese confectionery. Instructors will guide you through preparing the dough, coloring, and shaping it into beautiful, intricate designs using specialized tools. You'll discover how to create your own unique edible art, focusing on seasonal motifs, which is a highlight of this hands-on activity.

2. How does the hands-on matcha experience at An in Tokyo differ from a traditional Japanese tea ceremony?

The matcha experience at An in Tokyo is designed as an accessible, hands-on workshop where you personally learn to whisk your own matcha. While it introduces elements of traditional matcha preparation, it focuses more on the interactive making process and enjoyment rather than the strict etiquette and formal rituals of a full, traditional Japanese tea ceremony. It's an engaging introduction to matcha culture for all participants.

3. What types of Japanese sweets are typically paired with freshly made matcha during this Tokyo experience?

During this Tokyo experience, your freshly made matcha is traditionally paired with nerikiri Japanese sweets, which you will have crafted yourself. Wagashi like nerikiri are designed to complement the slightly bitter notes of matcha with their delicate sweetness and often feature beautiful seasonal designs. This pairing creates a balanced and harmonious taste experience, enhancing both the tea and the confectionery.

4. Is the Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience suitable for beginners or those with no prior experience?

Yes, the Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience is perfectly suitable for beginners and those with no prior experience in Japanese confectionery or tea preparation. Expert instructors provide clear, step-by-step guidance in English or Chinese, ensuring everyone can comfortably participate and successfully create their own matcha and nerikiri sweets. The focus is on enjoying the cultural immersion and creative process.

5. What is the best way to reach the An Japanese culture experience in Kanda, Tokyo by public transport?

To reach the An Japanese culture experience in Kanda, Tokyo, the most convenient public transport option is to take the JR Chuo Line to Kanda Station. From Kanda Station, it is typically a short walk of about 5-10 minutes to the venue. Alternatively, you can also use other subway lines like the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line or JR Yamanote Line, which also stop at Kanda Station, providing easy access from various parts of Tokyo.

6. Are language guides available for the Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience?

Yes, language guides are available for the Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience. The experience offers guidance in both Chinese and English, ensuring that international visitors can fully understand the instructions, cultural explanations, and enjoy the hands-on process without language barriers. This allows for a more immersive and educational participation.

7. What is the typical duration of the Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience, and what does it include?

The Tokyo matcha and Japanese sweets making experience typically lasts approximately 90 minutes. It includes all necessary materials and tools for crafting your own original nerikiri Japanese sweets and whisking your own matcha. You'll also enjoy tasting your freshly made sweets with the matcha you prepared. Expert guidance is provided throughout the session to ensure a fulfilling cultural immersion.

8. How can one book the Tokyo make your own matcha and Japanese sweets experience?

You can easily book the Tokyo make your own matcha and Japanese sweets experience through KKday. Booking via KKday offers convenience, providing a seamless reservation process and instant confirmation, which saves you time and ensures your spot is secured in advance, especially for popular experiences. It simplifies your travel planning by allowing you to arrange your cultural activities efficiently.

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