Gluten-free Mochi Food Experiences(18)
Mochi Making Class in Tokyo
Love chewy mochi? Join this cooking class in Tokyo and learn how to make 4 versions of the beloved Japanese sweet, including ice cream mochi, strawberry daifuku, dango, and isobe mochi. Then, savor your sweets with a rejuvenating cup of matcha.
Mochi and Traditional Sweets Making with Tea Ceremony
A delicate craft, learn the art of wagashi and transform a mixture of sweet bean paste and mochi into delightfully artistic sweets! These sweet creations are complemented by the cup of matcha tea that you’ll also learn to whip up.
Traditional Japanese Wagashi Making Class in Kyoto
Japan’s cultural capital is the perfect place to learn to make “wagashi,” the traditional Japanese confections made of sweet bean paste and mochi. Join this workshop with an experienced wagashi teacher and make your own artistic and delicious sweets!
Traditional Sweets (Nerikiri) Making with Tea Ceremony
Spend a delightful afternoon crafting tiny edible works of art! During this wagashi class in Tokyo, you’ll make three Japanese confections with designs that are inspired by the current season. Then, whip up a bowl of matcha to pair with the sweets.
Private Mochi Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo)
Make strawberry daifuku and hanami dango mochi sweets with a wagashi expert in Setagaya district’s Sangenjaya, a bustling local area with retro shops and cafes near Shibuya. Enjoy your chewy treats in your host’s traditional tatami tea room!
Kyoto Nishiki Market Tour
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Nishiki Market, Kyoto’s 400-year-old culinary hub, stopping at several shops offering fresh seafood, local products and intricate sweets. Get deep insights into Kyoto’s cuisine from a local guide.
Osaka Dessert Workshop: Matcha Parfait & Japanese Sweets
Become a dessert-making pro at Saeko’s sweets workshop in Osaka! Learn how to make matcha ice cream and a range of Japanese desserts like warabi mochi, shiratama dango, & kuromitsu. End the experience by indulging in your handmade sweets & tea.
Nerikiri and Mochi Wagashi Making Class in Bunkyo, Tokyo
A family-like atmosphere makes this lesson more than a way to make sweets – it’s a way to build connections! Make fruit daifuku, colorful dango skewers, and nerikiri confectioneries in a certified wagashi teacher’s home overlooking the Kanda river!
Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo
Make wagashi sweets with a certified instructor at her home in Tokyo. Learn the cultural significance of mochi, make fruit daifuku and hanami dango, decorate a delicate nerikiri confectionery, whisk matcha, and enjoy your sweets with tea.
Japanese Mochi Pounding & Tasting Experience in Shinjuku
Take part in an ancient Japanese New Year Tradition right by Shinjuku Station! Turn glutinous rice into warm, chewy mochi through traditional “mochi-tsuki” or mochi pounding – a fun activity for the entire family to enjoy.
Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining
This one-day exploration of Shizuoka takes you from tea farms to samurai residences to enjoy a tea ceremony and traditional art performances. Taste some of Japan’s finest teas and indulge in kaiseki dining, with all transportation included.
Wagashi: Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo (5 Options)
Try your hand at making traditional Japanese sweets in Setagaya, Tokyo! Choose from 5 classes and make your wagashi of choice: fruit daifuku, nerikiri, hanami dango skewers, and more, with certified wagashi instructor Kaoru.
Mochi Making Class in Yokohama: Make Japanese Sweets
You might have tried mochi, but do you know how to make it? Stop by this mochi-making class for a demonstration on how to make delicious traditional mochi sweets, and discover the connection between mochi and Japanese history and culture.
Tokyo New Year’s Food Cooking Class (Gluten-Free & Vegan)
In this Tokyo home cooking class, learn to craft traditional Japanese New Year’s dishes with a twist – using seasonal, plant-based and gluten-free ingredients. Vegan, vegetarian, and halal options can be accommodated.
Make 2 Kinds of Mochi Sweets in Tokyo: Dango & Daifuku
Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionery class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal fruit daifuku and sanshoku dango.
Make Hanami Dango, Daifuku and Nerikiri Wagashi in Mitaka
Learn how to make two different types of mochi sweets: fruit daifuku and three-color dango skewers, and mold delicate nerikiri wagashi confectioneries. Then, enjoy your sweet creations in this class with a professional instructor in Mitaka, Tokyo!
Sushi & Cycling in Fukuoka: E-Bike Tour Along the Coast
20% discount coupon available for limited time only! Explore Fukuoka’s scenic Katsuura Coast on this e-bike tour led by bilingual guide David. Cycle through villages and fields, enjoy a sushi lunch by the sea, and soak in the rural landscapes.
Nerikiri Wagashi-Making & Tea Tasting in Yanaka (Tokyo)
Unleash your creativity as you make a beautiful nerikiri wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet). Enjoy your wagashi alongside a tasting of three types of Japanese green tea in this wagashi-making and tea-tasting experience in Yanaka (Tokyo).
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Discover Delicious Gluten-Free Mochi Experiences
If you're on the hunt for a delectable treat that caters to a gluten-free diet, mochi is the perfect choice. Mochi is a traditional Japanese delicacy made from glutinous rice, which interestingly contains no gluten despite its name. For those who need to avoid gluten, yet wish to indulge in delightful and culturally rich treats, gluten-free mochi experiences offer an ideal solution. Whether it's your first time trying mochi or you're a seasoned enthusiast, these experiences will open up new realms of flavor and texture without compromising your dietary needs.
Unique and Flavorful Gluten-Free Mochi Varieties
Gluten-free mochi experiences often feature a range of mochi varieties, each with its own distinct flavor and charm. From the classic Daifuku, which consists of a chewy mochi shell encasing sweet fillings like sweet red bean paste, to the more modern fruity flavors such as strawberry or mango, there’s something to entice every palate. You might also encounter unique options like matcha mochi, infused with the earthy flavor of green tea, or even more daring culinary fusions such as chocolate-filled mochi. These experiences assure not just a treat for the taste buds, but also an opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of flavors that mochi can offer.
Embrace Culture and Tradition with Every Bite
Beyond its delicious taste, mochi also provides an opportunity to dive into Japanese culture and tradition. Many gluten-free mochi experiences will also guide you through the making of this beloved confection, offering hands-on opportunities to learn the art of mochi pounding, known as mochitsuki. This is not only a fun activity but also an enriching one, allowing you to connect deeply with the cultural significance of mochi in Japanese traditions, from celebratory events to seasonal festivals. By the end of your mochi journey, you won’t just have satisfied your cravings, but you will have also gained a deeper appreciation of the cultural heritage intertwined with each bite of this delicacy.
Whether you’re an adventurous foodie, someone with specific dietary restrictions, or just curious about exploring Japanese desserts, gluten-free mochi food experiences promise a sweet journey that’s both inclusive and delightful. Sign up for these experiences today to indulge in flavorful mochi treats that respect your dietary choices and expand your culinary horizons.