*All the menu are hands-on experience!
*Brief Presentation about Mochi, the cultural meanings behind and the symbolism and it's role in tradition.
*Strawberry Daifuku Mochi(2 pieces)
-->Out of Strawberry season, we use other fruits such as Pineapple, Kiwi etc....
*Three Color Dango (mochi balls on skewers)
*Nerikiri Wagashi (2 motifs)
*Made from plant-based products, this class is appropriate for vegetarians with vegan options available
*Make your own bowl of Matcha Green Tea(Tea ceremony)
*Naturally gluten-free and vegan! Ingredients are beans, sugar, water and mochi flour made with plant-based ingredients.
*Learn beginner-friendly recipes that can easily be recreated at home. You can download the recipes through a QR code.
*Spend time in a real Japanese home in a charming, lesser-known neighborhood in Tokyo. We will recommend attractions to visit in the area before and after the lesson.
*Small-group lesson (5 participants max) so that you get plenty of personalized instruction.
The astringent constituent in Japanese tea is a type of polyphenol called catechin. Japan has done a great deal with the humble tea leaf. For example some benefits of the catechin in the tea leaf can lower cholesterol in some cases. Roasted over charcoal at a high temperature and grown under shade for at least 20 days are one of the examples. The most popular Japanese tea might be ryokucha. Depending on the timing of picking the leaves, the grade, the price can be noticeably different.
The Japanese tea ceremony is a centuries-old tradition closely tied to Zen Buddhist principles, and a popular way to experience Japanese culture. There are several variations on this ritual. At its base, powdered green tea (matcha) is prepared and served in accordance with strict rules. Oftentimes, wagashi (Japanese sweets) is served alongside the bitter green tea.
With us, you'll learn how to make authentic Japanese sweets(Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi) by easy method.
This is a private lesson (if your booking is more than 3 people), therefore you can learn step by step at your pace.
And also classes take place in a private residence where you can relaxed in a cozy atmosphere.
My cooking class is held in a small local town, where you can enjoy visiting lots of local shops, supermarkets, cafes, shrine and even famous public bath!, before and after the lesson.
You will encounter a more peaceful Japanese neighborhood as opposed to the busy city life!
A Lesson starts with the short presentation about the cultural significance of mochi and traditions. Then learn how to make mochi using glutinous rice flour.
Using the mochi you will learn how to make strawberry Daifuku and Dango (mochi balls in a skewers) + two kinds of "Nerikiri wagashi"—traditional Japanese sweets.
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.
The menu is made from plant-based products, this class is appropriate for vegetarians with vegan options available.
Downloadable recipe from the QR code is available, so you can recreate them easily after gone back home!
This Class starts either 11am or 14pm Mon-Sat.
My name is Satoko, a bilingual Japanese certified instructor of WPA(Wagashi Promotion Association) teaching Japanese sweets "Nerikiri" and "Mochi" making at my home to people from around the world. My Wagashi School name is "ankotopia", where you can learn not only making Japanese sweets, but also learn about Japanese culture and its role in our tradition. Offering a variety of one-day classes from beginners to advanced students. I try to make my recipes simple as possible, so that you can easily recreate it back home.
All my classes are private lesson if you book more than 3 people in one group.
I had lived overseas over 20 years, and through my career, I notice that many foreigners are interested in Japanese homemade food and love to meet Japanese people.
So, I decided to open a cooking school to invite those tourists to experience Japanese culture at home.
My cooking class is held in a small local town, where you can enjoy visiting lots of small shops, cafes, supermarkets, shrine, and even a historical public bath! before and after the lesson! You will encounter a more peaceful Japanese neighborhood as opposed to the busy city life!
Classes start either 11am or 14pm Mon-Sat. upon your request.
The closest station
Ontakesan Station
How to get to the station?
From Gotanda: 15mins
Exact location provided after booking.
Omar, United States of America
★★★★★It was a very fun lesson! Very easy to learn from Satoko and it was delicious!
Oct 2024
Response from Satoko
Thank you for coming to my leson, Omar-san! I'm so glad that you loved Pineapple Daifuku and Dango! Also you did pretty good for Nerikiri making though it was your very first time! Chrysanthemum was amazing! Please come again for advanced Wagashi lesson next time!
Joey, Hong Kong
★★★★★Our mochi making class was very easy to follow and Satoko was a very warm host and attentive teacher!! She taught us many interesting Japanese rituals and facts about the culture as well which was a very nice surprise. She even set up a traditional backdrop for us to take pictures of our creations with which was very thoughtful of her. Thank you Satoko!
Jan 2024
Response from Satoko
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. I'm very happy to hear that you pleased my class. I hope you can recreate Mochi and Nerikiri for your son! Hope you can come again soon!
Catalina, United States of America
★★★★★Satoko is an amazing Wagashi teacher! I learned so much from her. She was an incredible host, very patient, super nice, and welcoming. I can’t wait to come back to Japan and try another lesson with Satoko.
Dec 2023
Response from Satoko
Catalina-san, Thank you very much for your warmest review. I`m really glad to know that you enjoyed my lesson! I am looking forward to having you again for more Wagashi lesson near future. Stay well and hope to see you soon!
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Yes, Private Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Making Combination Class has a vegetarian option.
Duration of this cooking class is 2.5 hours.
It costs 12000 per person.
Yes, Private Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Making Combination Class has a vegan option.
Up to 5 people can join Satoko's cooking class.
You will receive the confirmation within 24 hours.
We accepts these cards on airKitchen.
Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to the class begins will be fully refunded by the airKitchen cancellation policy.
