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Japanese Sweets Making with a Skilled Artisan

Kyoto, Japan
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Traditional Japanese sweets are a thing of beauty. Join a veteran craftsman with almost 60 years of experience in his workshop for this private master class—exclusive to you and your group. First, watch him work his practised magic on surprisingly simple ingredients. Next, follow his guidance and craft four sweets of your own. Finally, eat the fruits of your labors with Japanese green tea. Your translator/guide will accompany you throughout.
  • Enjoy a private master class with a veteran sweet maker
  • Learn about Kyoto’s traditional sweets and watch the master at work
  • Prepare—and eat—four sweets of your own creation, with tea or coffee
  • Relax with a translator/guide on hand every step of the way

What's Included

  • Transportation fee
  • Guiding fee
  • All ingredients
  • Travel insurance
  • Snacks
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Private tour
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Japanese confectioneries sold at the shop

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kinki

Pickup details

Location Name: Kyoto Station Bus Ticket Center Location Address: Located between Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit and Kyoto Tower, just next to the bus stop terminal Return Location: Kyoto Station (or your hotel)

Departure Point

  • Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kinki

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • Required to sit on a tatami mat floor during the tour
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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