Sweets & Dessert Tours in Tokyo: Choosing Between 9

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 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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3.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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4.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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5.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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6.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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7.Tea Ceremony & Japanese Traditional Sweets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 1 hour · from $27

Spend one hour with an experienced tea master learning the meaning and method behind Japanese tea. Watch the otemae demonstration, whisk your own matcha, and shape seasonal nerikiri sweets. The English-led class welcomes beginners, is limited to 10 people, and takes place near Hakusan Station.

“Privileged to be able to watch such a beautiful more about cultural importance. ceremony and learn”

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8.Japanese Traditional Sweets making

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 19 reviews · 1h 5m · from $11Best value

At AN TOKYO Japanese Culture Experience, you make two seasonal nerikiri sweets from white and red bean paste supplied by long-established Kyoto shops. A Japanese instructor leads the class, with English translation provided as much as possible. The 65-minute session covers a flower-shaped sweet, a kinton nerikiri, photo time, and eating. You can add a take-out box for 100 JPY.

“Je n’ai pas pu y assiste et aucun remboursement. Même pas de proposition pour re organiser cela plus tard.”

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9.Hama-rikyu Gardens tour with Japanese Tea & Sweets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 1h 30m · from $85

Walk through Hama-rikyu Gardens with an English-speaking guide, learning how its Edo-period design combines a dry garden and circular garden. You will then spend about an hour in the garden tea house with matcha and Japanese sweets. Groups are limited to four, and guides such as Hiro, Ito, and Ayaku have led recent tours.

“Hiro was an amazing guide!He took us to a variety of fascinating spots。I learned so much about Japan’s history and the places we visited, and I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an informative and enjoyable experience!”

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