Wagashi (Nerikiri), green tea matcha
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.
As of March 2023, this class is not avaiable-
Would you like to experience the elegant, aesthetic beauty and appreciate autumn in Japan through making “Wagashi” – traditional Japanese confectionery?
In this experience, you will be able to make autumn themed "Wagashi" and taste them together with a bowl of matcha green tea which is regarded as a heavenly combination!
This is a newly opened class especially for autumn season.
Highlights
-Learn how to make nerikiri dough from scratch.
(where most places would have all the prep work done and only have shaping/molding)
- Learn how to tint the dough and shape into gorgeous little shapes. (which might include orange maple leaves, chrysanthemum, and persimmons). You can learn elegant nature-inspired design from Mai, a professional teacher and Wagashi artist.
- The host will serve you matcha green tea in her tea bowls from her collections.
- Enjoy tea time with the host! She is happy to answer any questions, make recommendation about ingredients, tool shops and share her passion for Wagashi and Japanese cuisine!
- Every participant will receive a copy of the recipe in English.
You can check her creations on her IG(@misswagashi)!
Hi! This is Mai!
I am wagashi (Japanese confectionery) artist, instructor of the largest culinary school in Asia, and write articles on traditional Japanese cuisine as a food writer. Also known as 'Miss Wagashi' on social media.
My passion is to make traditional Japanese confectionery into my original style and share this culture with visitors from all over the world!
As an experienced cooking instructor, I will teach you how to make perfect pieces of desserts step by step! Let's have a great time together at my kitchen in Tokyo!
Instagram (@misswagashi)
YouTube Channel: MissWagashi TV
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入江 麻以
料理研究家・バイリンガル和菓子アーティスト
慶應義塾大学卒業後、外資系証券会社勤務。
東京、香港で勤務のかたわら、柳原料理教室にて日本料理、茶懐石を学び、近茶流講師免許取得。大手料理教室の料理講師として３年勤務。
現在は都内の自宅にて和菓子教室を主宰。
英語で和食や和菓子を訪日外国人にお教えする、ツアーやイベントなども積極的に行う。外部講師、自宅レッスンの他、国内外企業へのレシピ提供、コンサルティング業務等、和食と和菓子の魅力を伝えることをライフワークとしている。
（実績）雑誌掲載、エルグルメフードクリエイター部、web連載
米国NBCテレビ 朝番組 Today 出演等
（SNS)
インスタグラム @misswagashi
YouTube チャンネル: Miss Wagashi TV
The closest station
Yoyogi Uehara Station
How to get to the station?
From Shinjuku Station: 5mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Tania, Russia
★★★★★I really enjoyed your autumn wagashi making class! You're a great teacher and I liked that you divided the lesson in easy steps and I made three pretty sweets all by myself under your guidance. Thank you for sharing lots of useful tips! I was glad to meet such an open and friendly person and I enjoyed our chat about the Japanese food and culture. I had a great time and will continue making wagashi at home. Thank you and I wish you all the best in 2020! :)
Dec 2019
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Duration of this cooking class is 2.5 hours.
Yes, ONLY in Oct, Nov, Dec - Autumn themed Japanese Sweets (Wagashi) at chef's home has a vegetarian option.
Yes, ONLY in Oct, Nov, Dec - Autumn themed Japanese Sweets (Wagashi) at chef's home has a vegan option.
Please go to Yoyogi Uehara Station which takes 5 mins from Shinjuku Station. Then Mai (host) will pick you up there!
Up to 1 people can join Mai's cooking class.
It costs 10000 per person.
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.
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