Taiyaki Making Experience in Asakusa, Tokyo
In historic Asakusa, learn how to make the iconic fish-shaped Japanese wagashi that the area is known for - taiyaki!
Highlights
Enjoy piping hot taiyaki, made with fillings of your choice
Choose from sweet fillings like traditional red bean paste and cream
Select unique savory flavors like cheese, spicy curry, and okonomiyaki
Assemble a monument to wagashi: your own taiyaki tower!
Take Instagram-worthy photos in a traditional Japanese room
10 meals
Experience Details
Learn how to make taiyaki, a beloved wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet) that is thought to have originated in Tokyo. This cute, fish-shaped treat is often compared to a waffle, and it is stuffed with all manner of sweet fillings from cream to the traditional anko (red bean paste). This experience will also allow you to experiment with other fun and funky flavors, like cheese, spicy keema curry, and even okonomiyaki! The unassuming exterior can conceal all sorts of creative flavors and mix-ins, making it perfect for a game of Russian roulette. So, feel free to bring your own crazy additions like wasabi or karashi (spicy mustard) to up the ante.
First, you'll watch an instructional video to prepare you for the taiyaki making lesson. Then, you'll get started on the dough, making it from scratch. After heating up the special taiyaki hot plate, which turns out perfectly fish-shaped taiyaki every time, you’ll use traditional Japanese tools like “chakkiri” to pour the batter and “ansashi” to portion the fillings. After your three taiyaki have cooked, you can create a delicious taiyaki tower.
Located in Asakusa, an area of Tokyo known for historic temples and shrines and its old-school feel, the store is furnished to suit the neighborhood. It is decorated in a traditional Japanese style, making it an Instagrammable spot to take commemorative photos or videos. With its sliding paper doors and traditional floor seating, immerse in the in the store's Asakusa-style atmosphere.
Inclusions
Taiyaki maker to use for the duration of the class
3 pieces of taiyaki per guest
One drink per guest (choice between coffee, tea, café au lait, green tea, rooibos tea, calpis, cola, and beer)
Package to take your taiyaki home
Exclusions
Feel free to bring your own add-ins such as fruit, chocolate, or even wasabi!
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at Asakusa Taiyaki Factory. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Please take care so as not to get burns
Free for children younger than 6 years old
All participants aged 6 and over, including accompanying adults, are required to book the experience in order to join.
Filling options: red bean paste, cream, matcha bean paste, cheese, spicy keema curry, sweet potato, apple cinnamon honey, tuna mayo, kimchi cheese, "hot dog style" and "okonomiyaki style"
Depending on the day, all fillings listed above may not be available. Please be aware that fillings and toppings are subject to availability.
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
Home to the famous Sensoji Temple, a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century, Asakusa overflows with rich history and traditional culture. In the past, Asakusa was Tokyo’s leading entertainment district, a red light district with a number of kabuki theaters. Most of Asakusa was destroyed during World War II, but it has since grown into one of Tokyo's most visited tourist spots. Here, you'll find Nakamise Dori, a bustling shopping street lined with local snack and souvenir shops. Asakusa also has other attractions such as parks, public baths, and museums.
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10 meals
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