Make your own onigiri and enjoy Japanese tea and matcha at a Japanese cafe in Shinjuku Gyoen (Shinjuku, Tokyo)
- Made with carefully selected ingredients from NIGICHA! Made with fluffy Koshihikari rice from Minamiuonuma and high-quality tea leaves from Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture. You can enjoy the real taste.
- Authentic tea pairing only available at a Japanese tea specialty store! The unique charm of NIGICHA is that you can enjoy rice balls and Japanese tea that goes perfectly with them together. You can also experience making matcha tea.
- Right next to Shinjuku Gyoen! A luxurious moment in a modern Japanese space. A stylish Japanese cafe where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and spend some relaxing time.
- A hands-on experience with photogenic results! Enjoy making onigiri using your favorite ingredients to create photos that will look great on social media.
- Even beginners can feel at ease! Our staff will provide you with thorough support. We will give you a detailed lesson on how to make onigiri and prepare matcha tea.
Product Info
What You Can Expect
1 Day
- Orientation (10 mins) Introduction to the NIGICHA concept Learn about "onigiri culture" and "Japanese tea culture." Explanation of Minamiuonuma koshihikari rice, carefully selected ingredients, and Yame tea used.
- Onigiri making experience (40 minutes) The instructor will demonstrate how to make delicious onigiri while you practice. Make three onigiri using carefully selected ingredients and create your own original onigiri! The ingredients are three types of popular menu items: aged sockeye salmon in two stages, tuna and kumayo, and salmon roe marinated in soy sauce. If you wish to change the ingredients, you must notify us in advance (to accommodate allergies, etc.)
- Japanese Tea Lecture & Matcha Tea Making Experience (20 minutes) Learn about the characteristics of tea leaves from Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Enjoy the aroma of Japanese tea through a demonstration by the instructor, and enjoy pairing Japanese tea with rice balls, a specialty of a Japanese tea specialty store. Under the guidance of the instructor, experience matcha tea making and enjoy making your own matcha.
- Tasting & Photo Time (20 minutes) Take your time to enjoy the rice balls you made, as well as Japanese tea and matcha. Relax in the modern Japanese interior and listen to a talk about Japanese culture. Take photos with the other participants in a stylish space (great for social media)
Purchase Notice
If you have any allergies or food you cannot eat, please let us know in advance in the comments section.
Reservations are required in advance. Walk-ins on the day are not accepted.
Please check the cancellation policy before making your reservation.
Please note that people with gluten intolerance cannot participate.
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Reminders
Please present your reservation confirmation email.
Please come in comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. (Aprons will be provided.)
Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time.
Please refrain from cancelling on the day of your reservation as this will result in food being wasted.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: NIGICHA
Address: YKB Shinjuku Gyoen Building 1F, 1-3-8 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, TokyoCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- 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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The experience at NIGICHA cafe allows you to make traditional Japanese rice balls (onigiri) using carefully selected ingredients like fluffy Koshihikari rice from Minamiuonuma. You also learn to prepare authentic Japanese tea and matcha from Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Staff provide detailed lessons, making it suitable for beginners to enjoy a hands-on cultural activity and taste real Japanese flavors.
The onigiri and matcha making experience at NIGICHA cafe is designed to be very beginner-friendly. Expert staff offer thorough support and provide detailed lessons on how to make onigiri and prepare matcha tea. You don't need any prior experience to comfortably enjoy this unique cultural activity and create your own delicious Japanese specialties.
The NIGICHA cafe is conveniently located right next to Shinjuku Gyoen. The easiest way to reach it by public transport is to take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line to Shinjuku-gyoenmae Station (新宿御苑前駅). From there, the cafe is typically just a short walk away, offering easy access from central Shinjuku.
You can easily book the onigiri and Japanese tea cultural experience through KKday. Booking via KKday offers convenience, allowing you to secure your spot in advance and enjoy a seamless reservation process. This ensures a hassle-free start to your cultural journey and a smooth experience from planning to participation.
The NIGICHA cafe prides itself on using carefully selected, high-quality ingredients. The onigiri are made with fluffy Koshihikari rice from Minamiuonuma, renowned for its superior taste and texture. For the tea experience, premium tea leaves from Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture, are used, ensuring an authentic and delightful Japanese tea and matcha pairing.
The NIGICHA cafe provides a luxurious moment in a modern Japanese space. It's designed as a stylish cafe where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing time. The environment is perfect for a serene cultural experience, offering a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing setting for making onigiri and enjoying tea.
Absolutely, the Shinjuku Gyoen onigiri and tea experience offers fantastic cultural photo opportunities. The hands-on process of making your own onigiri with favorite ingredients, combined with the elegant tea ceremony and the stylish modern Japanese cafe setting, provides many photogenic moments perfect for social media sharing.
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