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Wagashi Sweets-Making & Tea Ceremony in Asakusa

Sculpt your own seasonal nerikiri wagashi by hand, then enjoy it with freshly whisked matcha in a kimono — a gentle, English-guided sweets-and-tea workshop near Senso-ji.

Wagashi Sweets-Making & Tea Ceremony in Asakusa
Photo: Douglas Perkins · CC0

When · Where

When
2026/06/28 05:00 – 2026/06/28
Where
MAIKOYA Tokyo (Asakusa)(1-12-2 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032)
City
Tokyo
Getting there
About 5-min walk from Asakusa Station, near Senso-ji and Tokyo Skytree.
Price
About ¥12,000 per person (kimono rental, ingredients and utensils included)

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
About 5-min walk from Asakusa Station, near Senso-ji and Tokyo Skytree. Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
Paying
About ¥12,000 per person (kimono rental, ingredients and utensils included). Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
food lovers, culture seekers, families

Highlights

  • Hand-shape seasonal nerikiri wagashi
  • Pair your sweet with whisked matcha
  • Wear a kimono throughout the workshop

Background & story

Wagashi are seasonal sweets traditionally served with tea; this workshop lets visitors craft and taste them in a heritage tea house.

Good to know

Guided in English or Japanese, about 90 minutes, ages 7+. Recipes are vegan/vegetarian-friendly. Book online in advance.

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