Make wagashi sweets in Odawara, a historic samurai town famed for tea ceremony and confections

Details

• Private Experience

• Location: Odawara, Kanagawa

• 2 hours

• 5 people max. Minimum 2 participants, solo guests may book at the price of 2 participants.

• Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English
  (French/German interpretation may be available upon request)

The Sweets Beloved by Samurai

Odawara was once a flourishing castle town, filled with samurai warriors, bustling merchant culture, and a rich cultural heritage. The head of the Okubo clan, who reigned as lord of the Odawara Castle towards the end of the Edo Period, was also a renowned tea ceremony enthusiast, which in turn spawned a thriving culture of wagashi confections in Odawara. These delicate, delectable works of edible art are traditionally served during Japanese tea ceremonies to mellow the slightly bitter flavor of matcha and to provide a stunning visual expression of seasonality that reflects both elegant aesthetics and warm-hearted hospitality. Join a 2nd-generation wagashi confectioner in his Odawara wagashi store to learn how to craft your own wagashi Japanese confections in a city overflowing with rich history and culinary heritage.

What you’ll do

Learn how to make a selection of seasonal wagashi from a 2nd-generation wagashi master in Odawara. After, enjoy your wagashi treats paired with a refreshing cut of matcha green tea.

Who can attend

Children must be 7+

Availability

Tuesday through Sunday

Session 1 (13:00 - 15:00)
Session 2 (15:00 - 17:00)

Unavailable every Monday and New Year Holidays.

Access

19 minutes from Odawara station by train.

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.