Amezaiku Candy Sculpting Workshop in Tokyo
Try traditional Japanese candy sculpting during this amezaiku candy making workshop in the heart of Tokyo’s cultural district, Asakusa.
Highlights
Learn how to sculpt and decorate your own candy rabbit from scratch guided by a skilled local craftsperson at a candy art studio in Asakusa
Watch a live demonstration first hand by an experienced candy sculpting artist: You'll have two practice runs before sculpting your final candy!
Eat your delicious creation or take it home as a kawaii souvenir
Easy access & great location within walking distance from Asakusa's Sensoji Temple
10 meals
Experience Details
This is your chance to become a candy sculpting artist! Make your very own Japanese candy art during this Amezaiku Candy Sculpting Workshop in Tokyo. Held at a candy art studio in the busy cultural district of Asakusa, within a short walking distance from its famous Sensoji Temple, you will learn how to sculpt your own candy rabbit during this exciting sweet art challenge.
Using a type of soft candy called “mizuame,” you will use scissors and tweezers to sculpt the candy into an “usagi,” the Japanese word for rabbit. This class allows you to practice twice before creating your final piece. After your practice attempts, a skilled craftsperson will demonstrate carefully how it is made. Once you have made your final candy rabbit, you will be able to decorate it with food coloring, and then voila; it'll be complete! You can indulge yourself by eating your kawaii candy creation, or else package it up to take home as a souvenir and continue exploring the fascinating sites in the Asakusa area
Amezaiku, traditional Japanese candy sculpting, became popular in Japan during the Heian period, where candy sculptures were given up as offerings at local temples in Kyoto. This traditional craft evolved into a form of street art, too, for its theatrical side and technical skills needed to sculpt the candy carefully into intricate shapes. The candy is warmed to 200 degrees Fahrenheit (90 degrees Celsius) which makes it soft enough to sculpt. This is done using techniques of cutting, pulling, and bending the candy, which is attached to a stick.
Inclusions
Tools and ingredients for candy sculpting
Instructions in English
Introductory "how to" video
Supplies for 2 practice attempts as well as one final product
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Box to take your candy home (extra fee of 300 yen)
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host directly at the candy sculpting studio. Address: Hanakawato Store Hori Building 1F, 2-9-1 Hanakawato, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0033 More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Classes and demonstrations are primarily held in Japanese. However, written instructions and subtitles during the instructional video are available in English.
Only participants can enter the classroom due to space restrictions. If you wish to watch the experience, please contact the host for availability.
The hosts are not responsible for any burns/injuries. For safety reasons, children can only participate if supervised by an adult.
Preschool children may participate when assisted by a parent (3000 yen).
Classes last an average of 1 to 1.5 hours (sessions can last from 30 minutes up to 2 hours). Please arrive on time. If you're late, you may be unable to join.
Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult to join.
When booking, please submit the ages of child participants.
The start time you request when booking might not be available. If this happens, the host will confirm the updated start time and notify you at least two weeks before the experience date.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Sumida Ward of Tokyo is home to the television broadcasting tower, Tokyo Skytree (the world’s tallest tower), and just beneath it sits the entertainment complex, Tokyo Solamachi, which houses an aquarium, planetarium, and 300+ shops and restaurants. The Sumida skyline also features the Asahi flame, marking the Asahi Breweries Headquarters. Sumo enthusiasts may find themselves at Ryogoku Kokugikan (Ryogoku Sumo Hall) for a tournament, while history buffs will enjoy the Edo-Tokyo Museum nearby, which contains a life-size replica of Nihonbashi (“Japan Bridge”).
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10 meals
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