The lesson is open to everyone, including beginners. During the two-hour lesson, you will make 2–3 kinds of wagashi (Japanese sweets).
You can learn about variety of ingredients and technique to make different kind of sweet depends on ingredients. At the end of course, you can taste them with Matcha.
★WHAT TO EXPECT★
◻︎Create seasonal wagashi that express the beauty of Japanese seasons, sometimes using fresh fruits and other seasonal ingredients.
◻︎Relax in a warm and intimate setting that feels like being welcomed into a friend’s home.
◻︎Receive the recipes and take home the wagashi you made as a small souvenir of your time in Kamakura.
Mimosa is a small Japanese confectionery salon in Kamakura, a historic coastal town between mountains and the sea.
Lessons take place in a small private salon, more like visiting a friend’s home than attending a formal lesson. Calm, intimate, and welcoming - especially for solo travelers, small group and those who appreciate a slower journey.Through the craft of wagashi and the changing seasons of Kamakura,Mimosa offers a quiet moment of Japanese culture.
We will meet at Yuigahama Station which is 2 stops from Kamakura by Enoshima Line.My salon is about 3 minutes from this station.
Will learn about the seasonal concept of traditional Japanese sweets and its recipe.
Will make 2 kinds of Japanese sweets by using traditional Japanese sweets making tools. The sweets you make depend on seasonal theme. You can find monthly sweets at my instagram account (@mimosakamakura). We will also make Dorayaki at every lesson.
Yuko
★★★★★ (3)Born in Germany and graduated college in Boston, and now live in Kamakura. I have studied making Japanese sweets (Wagashi) for over 15 years . In the course of learning it more in depth and finding its cultural and art aspects, its beauty and history, and I want to share it with travelers who visit Kamakura.Kamakura is very historical city with many temples and statures surrounded by beautiful oceans and mountains but also the place where people love and welcome new things from all over the world and take it into their original and unique culture. I started this lessons because I want to share Japanese history and culture through making sweets but in modern way with relax and casual atmosphere.
The closest station
Yuigahama Station
How to get to the station?
From Kamakura: 5mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Jackie Shuman, United States of America
★★★★★We had a lovely time at Yuko's class. From the moment we stepped into her home, we felt so welcomed and happy. The whole experience felt personal and peaceful — like spending an afternoon in a friend’s kitchen. She taught us how to make three different kinds of mochi desserts - one with fluffy egg whites, one with zesty yuzu, and one filled with delicious fruit and nuts. Each one was fun to make and absolutely delightful to taste! We also enjoyed hot green tea together, which made the experience feel even cozier and more complete. Yuko's English was amazing and made everything super easy to follow. She’s just such a sweet, kind, and attentive person - genuinely excited to share her love of Japanese sweets and culture. We left feeling so grateful and inspired to try making these treats at home. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a meaningful, joyful, and delicious cultural experience!
Mar 2026
Stephen, United States of America
★★★★★This experience with Yuko-San was absolutely lovely and just what my friend and I were looking for. She graciously welcomed us into her home for our lesson. The recipes were simplified and accessible for future use. I look forward to going home and making these items for my friends and family. This experience was a lovely way to the spend two hours on a Sunday afternoon. I highly recommend.
Jan 2026
Caley, Canada
★★★★★We loved making Japanese sweets with Yuko! She was very informative, fun, and well-prepared. She was great with our kids and we had great conversations with her. Her space was lovely, and the treats were yummy! Highly recommend :)
Nov 2024
Response from Yuko
Thank you Caley and it was very nice and fun class with your family! Hope you make Dorayaki at home.
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Response from Yuko
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Duration of this cooking class is 2 hours.
Up to 6 people can join Yuko's cooking class.
It costs 8500 per person.
Please go to Yuigahama Station which takes 5 mins from Kamakura. Then Yuko (host) will pick you up there!
Yes, Welcome to fun and cozy traditional Japanese Sweets Making Lesson has a vegetarian option.
Yes, Welcome to fun and cozy traditional Japanese Sweets Making Lesson has a vegan option.
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.
