Traditional Japanese Confectionery Workshop

Highlight 1: You’ll gain a deep understanding of the history of Japanese sweets—which have evolved alongside the tea ceremony since the Kamakura period—and the Japanese spirit embodied in the concepts of “wabi-sabi.” Highlight 2: You’ll be able to express the beauty of Japan’s four seasons with your own hands through three elements: appearance (design), ingredients, and names. Highlight 3: You can experience firsthand the delicate and gentle handiwork of artisans, whose creations are often described as “too beautiful to eat.” Highlight 4: You can also experience the joy of giving the finished wagashi as a “wa”-inspired gift that embodies Japanese culture.