15 Sweets & Dessert Tours in Japan Sorted by Hour and Price

1.Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $21Our pick

In Asakusa, an English-speaking host guides you through matcha’s history, quality, and traditional preparation. You whisk your own tea with a bamboo tool, pair it with seasonal Japanese sweets, and learn simple techniques to repeat at home. Hosts may include Shuri, Rino, Hiya, or Nama. The class lasts about one hour and returns to its meeting point.

“This was a fun experience we enjoyed with our family. The location was easy to find and our host fun.”

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2.Matcha Making Class in Osaka with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 509 reviews · from $21

At Matcha Making Osaka in Higashishinsaibashi, you’ll learn matcha’s story, watch a clear demonstration, and prepare your own bowl with help from an English-speaking host. Momo, Fuko, Matty, and Yui are among the instructors praised for friendly, easy-to-follow teaching. The one-hour class includes Japanese sweets and morning or afternoon times.

“It was so much fun, yummy, and great learning experience! Both instructors were knowledgeable and very friendly. Highly, highly recommend this experience. Even for you non-match lovers.”

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3.Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 388 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

In a one-hour seated class near Asakusa Station, you’ll learn matcha history, answer a light quiz, and whisk your own tea with traditional tools. English-speaking instructors such as Mana, Ken, Hayato, Hiyo, and Yui keep the lesson relaxed and clear. Matcha and Japanese sweets are included, with Tokyo Skytree nearby.

“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!”

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4.Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 314 reviews · 1h 35m · from $18

At a small Kyoto classroom near Gojo Station, you color and shape white bean paste into two seasonal nerikiri sweets, then prepare single-origin Uji matcha. The Japanese instructor gives English help when possible. Expect a hands-on cultural lesson rather than a formal tea ceremony, with your sweets and tea enjoyed at the end.

“It was a nice class introducing you to a Japanese desert. The tea ceremony was good as well. Classes are taught in both English and Japanese..”

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5.Matcha Making Experience with Japanese Sweets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

In a one-hour English-language class near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, you learn matcha history through a playful quiz, then whisk and drink your own tea with Japanese sweets. Staff such as Fujiko, Reika, Serin, Yui, and Matty guide the hands-on lesson. Six seats keep the class personal, though the session is more introduction than full tea ceremony.

“Excellent move bring! This was a great experience and worth doing during your trip”

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6.Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $60

Meet Hana near Omotesando and walk to her home for a 90-minute nerikiri-making class. You’ll shape three traditional designs, invent a fourth, then enjoy matcha with Japanese sweets. The group is limited to four, and all four creations can be taken home. The class suits children, adults, vegetarians, and vegans.

“The whole experience is smooth and pleasant. The instructor was good with kids and whole family had a great time.”

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7.Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 118 reviews · 1h 35m · from $18

In central Osaka, you’ll shape two seasonal nerikiri sweets from Kyoto-made bean paste, watch Uji matcha being ground, then prepare and drink your own tea. Japanese instructors such as Maiko, Jun, and Mihiko have guided sessions with English support when requested. Allow 95 minutes, and expect stairs rather than an elevator.

“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 ..”

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8.Private Mochi Sweets Making class near Shibuya area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $79

Join Sakura in her home near Shibuya for a two-hour, hands-on lesson in fruit daifuku and dango. You’ll learn each step, hear how mochi fits Japanese life, enjoy your sweets with green tea or matcha, and take leftovers home. The small class, capped at eight people, suits families, couples, and first-time cooks.

“My daughter and I enjoyed making mochi with Sakura. She made it fun and easy to follow. Her directions to her place was also easy to follow. We can’t wait to make mochi when we return home. Thank you for being a wonderful host, Sakura!”

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9.Japanese Traditional Sweets making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 1h 35m · from $18

Make two seasonal Japanese sweets, including flower-shaped nerikiri and kinton nerikiri, using premium bean paste from Kyoto. Then prepare Uji matcha and learn tea ceremony basics with a Japanese instructor. English support is available on request, and guides such as Mariko and Saki have led clear, friendly sessions.

“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.”

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10.Kyoto Wagashi(Japanese sweets) Cooking Class near Fushimiinari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $79

In a traditional Japanese-style house near Fushimi Inari, Miho and her English-speaking instructor team show you how to prepare three wagashi sweets. You will cook in a small group of up to six, receive the recipes, then enjoy your sweets with matcha while looking onto a garden. Vegetarian and vegan options are available with advance notice.

“We had a great time at this cooking class with Miho. Her studio was easy enough to find, space is nice and clean. Had one of my favorite bites of the trip with one of the desserts with black sesame, I had never had it before and now obsessed. We enjoyed our learning and eating from this experience. Thanks Miho!”

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11.Japanese Traditional Sweets making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 50 reviews · 1h 35m · from $18

At AN TOKYO, you will color and shape Kyoto white bean paste into two seasonal nerikiri sweets, then prepare Uji matcha and enjoy it with your creations. A Japanese instructor leads the 95-minute session, with English help and clear demonstrations. Marie is one presenter noted for patient guidance.

“A great way to know about Japan’s wagashi and to understand the tea ceremony. Marie is a great presenter”

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12.Wagashi traditional japanese sweets class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $59

Meet Yuki near Makomanai Station for a two-hour wagashi class in her cozy Sapporo home. You’ll shape nerikiri, learn about Japanese sweets and seasonal design, enjoy matcha, and take your creations home. Station pickup may be arranged, and Yuki teaches in English with clear demonstrations and written instructions.

“It was a great intro to japanese sweet making. Yuki was very nice and it was a wonderful experience.”

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13.Wagashi (Japanese sweets) Cooking near Fushimiinari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2h 30m · from $84

Spend 150 minutes with English-speaking instructor Miho in a traditional Japanese home near Fushimi Inari. You will make about three seasonal wagashi, such as mochi, dango, or dorayaki, with hands-on guidance, then enjoy your sweets and matcha in a tatami room overlooking the garden. Small groups are limited to six.

“Miho was amazing and really gave a personal touch to our experience. We had a nice time chatting and she was able to give us a really great recommendation for areas to visit based on our interests. She even gave us a quick matcha lesson, which was very appreciated. Even though you could probably find the recipes online, or attend a group class, I highly recommend Miho’s personal touch.”

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14.Traditional Tea Ceremony with Matcha & Sweets in Gion

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 27 reviews · 1 hour - 150 minutes · from $22

In Gion, an English-speaking tea master explains Zen, tea history, and ceremony manners before preparing matcha up close. You then taste traditional sweets and whisk your own bowl using tea from a family-run farm. Chair seating keeps the experience comfortable, and a simple recipe helps you repeat it at home. Some options include kimono rental.

“Our host was extremely approachable, hospitable, knowledgeable and passionate about what she does.”

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15.Two Types of Japanese Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews · 2h 5m · from $28

At AN TOKYO Japanese Culture Experience, a Japanese instructor guides you through wasanbon ohigashi, two seasonal nerikiri sweets, and casual matcha preparation. You will shape a flower sweet and kinton nerikiri, watch a matcha grinding demonstration, make your own tea, and enjoy everything on site. English help is provided as much as possible.

“It was a lovely experience! The instructor was very kind and knowledgeable, and also gave instructions in English which was very kind! I really recommend this experience. Thank you so much!”

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