Japan · DESSERT TOURS
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Good dessert tours in Japan fill up weeks ahead and the best of them fill up first. Below are the 15 to look at, what they cost today, and what makes each one different from the next.
Learn to whisk matcha in Asakusa with English guidance and seasonal Japanese sweets, plus step-by-step tips for making better matcha at home.
“Rino made this tour fun interactive. If as so interesting to learn about the origins of match, the history and how the tea ceremony works”
Learn authentic matcha in Osaka with English guidance, small-group hands-on practice, and Japanese sweets. One hour, mobile ticket.
“I was a great introduction to how to prepare a real matcha at home, where it is coming from, and all the tea celebration around it. Momo, our guide for the class was absolutely lovely. Loved it !!!”
Learn matcha in Asakusa near Tokyo Skytree. Quiz, whisking, and sweets pairing in a 1-hour English class, $22 per person.
“I had such a great time at this matcha class! I learned so much about the preparation and proper techniques for making matcha, and the hands-on experience made it even more fun. The instructor was knowledgeable and welcoming, and the whole class felt relaxed and engaging. Highly recommend for anyone who loves matcha or wants to learn something new!”
Make two seasonal *nerikiri* sweets from colored bean paste, then learn a Kyoto tea ritual with single-origin Uji matcha.
“Loved the class. Was interesting learning about how matcha is grown and made and about different Japanese treats. The host was really great. Explained things well and was patient with us. Great activity overall”
Learn matcha in central Osaka, whisk your own tea, and pair it with Japanese sweets in a small English class.
“The activity was very fun and Interesting. Good value for money. The host, Lala and Matty were very friendly. So thanks guys.”
Make traditional Nerikiri sweets by hand in Harajuku, then enjoy freshly prepared matcha and a table-style tea ceremony near Shibuya.
“The host was warm, welcoming and friendly. She was very patient with me and helped me make improvements to my design and technique. The matcha making was one of the most unique experiences I’ve had. Would 1000% recommend”
Make seasonal Nerikiri wagashi and grind Uji matcha in Osaka, 95 minutes. Two sweets, tools included, $18 per person.
“Loved making the Japanese desserts and the Tea ceremony was amazing ... the Teacher was great very good English .. and came home with some beautiful memories great Value for money ..”
Hands-on mochi and dango making in Sakura’s home near Shibuya. Learn the steps, taste with green tea, and take sweets home.
“We had a great time at this fun and relaxing class. Sakura san was very knowledgeable and friendly. We can't wait to try to make these at home.”
Make seasonal wagashi in Nagoya with Kyoto bean paste, then grind and drink single-origin Uji matcha in a guided tea session.
“I was very interested in taking the class to learn how to make wagashi. The experience was very rewarding and the tea drinking ceremony provide information I didn't know before on proper way to drink matcha tea. I would highly recommend and the sweets were delicious as a snack after class. Thank You.”
Make wagashi in a real Kyoto house near Fushimi Inari, learn three desserts with English help, then enjoy your creations with matcha.
“Wonderful experience where all of mum's cooking went wrong and the teenagers had great results. Lots of laughing, learning, and eating. Perfect host.”
Make seasonal wagashi Nerikiri with Kyoto bean paste, then grind and sip single-origin Uji matcha in a 95-minute tea class.
“trop de monde, on n'entend pas l'instructeur qui continue sans attendre. Activité peu intéressante”
Sapporo wagashi class with Yuki in her cozy home, learn Nerikiri and make delicate Japanese sweets with tea, small-group fun.
“The teacher was lovely and picked us up from the station. Her home is next to a beautiful river. Lesson was an interesting experience.”
A 2.25-hour Shimbashi street-food tour with gyoza, udon, yakitori, drinks, and a fish-shaped sweet, plus menu help for non-Japanese readers.
“I really enjoyed this food tour. Our host was great. He responded quickly when I told him I might have been lost and he waited and looked for me. He had an amazing personality and even got me to try food I normally never would have lol”
Make wagashi in a small Kyoto class near Fushimiinari, inside a real Japanese home. Hands-on sweets, tea, and matcha in washitsu.
“Miho is phenomenal! She is so kind, patient, and hospitable, and the food we cooked tasted great. I highly recommend taking her class when you visit Kyoto!”
Relaxed Kyoto matcha tea ceremony in Gion: watch, make your bowl at a table, taste sweets, learn tea history, take home a recipe.
“Our host was extremely approachable, hospitable, knowledgeable and passionate about what she does.”
