Vegan Wagashi Food Experiences(49)
Yanaka Food Tour, Bento-Making & Cultural Workshop (Tokyo)
Discover Yanaka, a Tokyo gem near Nippori and Ueno, in this unique experience led by locals. On this day tour, you’ll explore the area, visit Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza, try local snacks, make your own lunch and take part in a cultural workshop.
Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo
Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionary class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal nerikiri to enjoy with freshly made matcha tea.
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.
Vegan Ginza Tour
Explore the vegan scene in glitzy Ginza! Join us for an exclusive, 4-hour walking tour featuring traditional Japanese sweets, a tasty plant-based ramen, and more. Perfect for vegans, friends of vegans, or anyone who wants to try something new!
Nagoya Sweets Making Class with Tea Ceremony
During this wagashi making class in your instructor’s traditional Japanese home, you’ll stroll through a veggie patch and charming Japanese garden, make Nagoya-style sweets, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony.
Kimono Experience & Japanese Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney
Dress in a beautiful silk kimono and experience the intricate ritual of a Japanese tea ceremony in this private experience. Sip tea with traditional Japanese confectioneries and learn cultural insights from your host at her home near Tokyo Disney.
Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour
Looking for a vegan food tour in Tokyo? This dessert tour in Asakusa, Tokyo’s historic district, features four different Japanese treats that are 100% plant-based. Learn all about traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets), from an English-speaking guide.
Japanese Sweets Class in Yokohama: Make Nerikiri Wagashi
The perfect accompaniment to matcha, nerikiri wagashi are traditional Japanese confectioneries. Learn to make these sweet delicacies with a certified instructor and enjoy a delectable tea time in this private class in Yokohama.
Tea Ceremony in a Japanese Painter's Garden – Kyoto
Enter a world of Japanese art, nature, history, culture, & tea. Join Junko Sophie Kakizaki – a respected tea ceremony master – for a small group Japanese tea ceremony at Hakusasonso Hashimoto Kansetsu Garden & Museum in Kyoto.
Comfortable Japanese Tea Ceremony at a Table with Sweets
Enjoy an accessible tea ceremony without having to sit on the floor. This tea ceremony is performed sitting at a table, perfect for those who have difficulty or pain siting on the floor. Experience includes matcha and Japanese sweets.
Tea Ceremony & Sweets at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple
Take a break from modern life and enjoy the calming atmosphere of a traditional tea ceremony! Learn the history and etiquette in a Buddhist temple in Tokyo and munch on traditional sweets. A flower arrangement option is also available.
Tsukiji & Asakusa: Tokyo Culinary & Cultural Walking Tour
Explore two of Tokyo’s vibrant food scenes on our delectable culinary tour in Tsukiji and Asakusa! Sample the freshest sushi at Tsukiji Outer Market, then savor the traditional flavors and street foods of Asakusa, Tokyo’s most historic neighborhood.
Japanese Sweets by the Sea: Wagashi-Making Workshop
Journey to Enoshima Island – a charming coastal town near Tokyo – to learn about and make Japanese sweets alongside a confectionary connoisseur! Cultivate lifelong skills, make unforgettable memories, and satisfy your sweet tooth by the sea.
Tea Ceremony Class or Local Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City
Learn how to serve matcha in the traditional style of a Japanese tea ceremony or learn to serve and taste five different kinds of Kagoshima tea in this unique tea experience in Kagoshima City.
Organic Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City
In this tea tasting in Kagoshima City, sample a variety of organic teas produced in Northern Kagoshima and discover the area's unique tea culture with a tea master.
Seto Inland Sea Leisure Cruise and Food Tour in Hiroshima
Board a boat and soak in magnificent views of Hiroshima’s Seto Inland Sea and coastline. Enjoy a lunch of local delicacies, your choice of anago (eel) or fresh oysters. After the cruise, try an iconic souvenir sweet from the Hiroshima area.
Making Japanese Sweets Together: Team Building Experience
Foster stronger team bonds during this collaborative Japanese confectionery class! Each group will come up with their own innovative wagashi sweets and be judged on creativity and teamwork, then relax with a cup of tea and the finished sweets.
Wagashi Sweets-Making Workshop at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple
Take a step back in time at this Japanese sweets (wagashi) making experience at Koboji Temple in Tokyo. You’ll learn how to make nerikiri, a type of moist wagashi with delicate motifs, and sip on matcha prepared by a kimono-clad host.
Authentic Tea Ceremony with Wagashi in Osaka
Escape the hustle and bustle of Osaka and discover the traditions of the Japanese tea ceremony. Make matcha to enjoy alongside traditional Japanese sweets, all without needing to sit in a kneeling position, for a comfortable and fun experience.
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).
Wagashi Sweets Making & Tea Ceremony in Hida Takayama, Gifu
From classic nerikiri to regional sweets like genkotsu ame and mitarashi dango, this wagashi and tea ceremony class in Gifu’s picturesque Hida Takayama is the perfect introduction to the delicious world of Japanese confectioneries.
Delight in Vegan-Friendly Wagashi Creations
If you're a fan of traditional Japanese confections and follow a vegan lifestyle, our curated list of vegan wagashi food experiences is perfect for you. Wagashi, the delicate and artistic Japanese sweets, are traditionally enjoyed with tea and have been part of Japanese culture for centuries. Often made from plant-based ingredients such as glutinous rice flour, sweet red bean paste, and sugar, wagashi naturally aligns with vegan dietary preferences. Discover how skilled artisans have adapted these time-honored recipes to ensure that these sweets remain a delightful option for everyone, including those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
Explore a Variety of Vegan Wagashi Flavors and Styles
Vegan wagashi experiences offer a multitude of flavors and textures that appeal to both the eyes and the palate. Immerse yourself in the beauty of multicolored Nerikiri, crafted with meticulous detail and often designed to reflect the changing seasons, featuring natural dyes from fruits and vegetables. Enjoy the soft and chewy daifuku mochi filled with sweet or savory vegan fillings. Explore cutely crafted dorayaki—two fluffy vegan pancakes encasing a rich and creamy sweet bean paste. These experiences allow you to savor the diversity of wagashi while ensuring every bite adheres to vegan procedures and ingredients.
Unique Vegan Wagashi Workshops and Tasting Tours
Participate in engaging workshops where skilled confectioners guide you through the art of creating vegan wagashi. Whether you're kneading the dough for mochi or molding intricate patterns on your Nerikiri, these workshops offer an authentic connection to Japanese culinary tradition while accommodating your vegan lifestyle. There are also tasting tours, ideal for those who wish to explore a broad range of wagashi flavors. These tours often take you through charming sweet shops that specialize in vegan adaptations of classic wagashi, offering a chance to taste freshly made sweets while learning about their history and production methods. With hands-on experiences and delectable tastings, these opportunities give you a comprehensive insight into the world of vegan wagashi.