2 h

About this activity

1.Arrive at Gionji Temple in Chofu City, Tokyo, about 15 minutes walk from Fuda Station on the Keio Line. After being greeted by your instructors, make necessary preparations to get the class started. (10 min)

2. Learn about the overall process and basic techniques of wagashi making from the instructor, who is the chief chef of Imakiya, a wagashi shop in Tokyo with more than 100 years of history. (10 min)

3. After watching the instructor’s demonstration, it’s time for you to work on your first piece of nerikiri, a kind of wagashi made of shiro-an, sweet white bean paste, and mochi. (20 min)

4. Try a different shape for your second nerikiri. (20 min)

5. Head to the tea house located on the grounds of the temple. (5 min)

6. Enjoy wagashi sweets you made with a bowl of matcha tea served by the head priest of the temple. (25 min)

7. Try your hand at making matcha tea with step-by-step instructions from the head priest. (20 min)

8. Head to the entrance to conclude the class. (10 min)

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Included

Instructor
Material costs
Tax
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Gratuities

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Children aged under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
A stool will be provided for those who have difficulty sitting in the seiza(sitting on the heels) position during the tea ceremony session.
If you have any food allergies, please be mindful and let us know in advance as we serve matcha green tea and Japanese sweets.
Please bring a pair of white socks with you and wear them before entering the tea room.
Please remove your watches, bracelets, rings, necklaces, and other accessories in order not to damage teaware.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Features

Tourism

85%

Cultural

65%

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