Kanshundo Japanese Sweets Cooking Class
Kanshundo Japanese Sweets Cooking Class
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memee08
Perth, Australia467 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
This was a great activity to take the kids to (2000Y each). All of the instruction was in Japanese, but relatively easy to follow as the chef made his instructions visual and explicit. We made 4 types of Japanese sweets which actually looked quite exquisite. (We enjoyed making them more than eating them!) allow 1.5 hours. Approx. 10 minute walk from bamboo forest, 15-20 minute walk from the JR station.
Written April 23, 2016
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Tania G
22 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
My teen son and I took this class. It was conducted in Japanese, but easy to follow. The sweets were yummy, and it is relatively close to the Kodai-ji's temple, bamboo forest, and monkey park.
Written July 11, 2019
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rachel2u
Singapore, Singapore188 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
My husband and me signed up for the Japanese Wagashi class with Kanshundo at the Sagano branch as it is near the beautiful Bamboo forest and Arashiyama bridge and river. We had only a small group of about 10 students that morning so we could really copy and see what the Shokunin was doing. Menu was given in English but lesson is conducted in Japanese only.
Written January 6, 2019
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Erick Tseng
San Francisco, CA899 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Our hotel recommended this activity to my wife and me on a rainy day in Kyoto. This turned out to be a really great treat (pun intended). The chef/teacher didn't speak much English, but it was relatively straight-forward to follow along with the chef's actions, and the printed instructions (in English). It was really fun to mold little balls of sugar into beautiful, colorful confectionery creations.
The entire class runs for about an hour, and you'll make about 5 different treats. We found the class really fun. While it certainly doesn't beat getting out and visiting one of Kyoto's many beautiful temples, it's a great alternative when the weather isn't amenable to outdoor activities. Have fun!
The entire class runs for about an hour, and you'll make about 5 different treats. We found the class really fun. While it certainly doesn't beat getting out and visiting one of Kyoto's many beautiful temples, it's a great alternative when the weather isn't amenable to outdoor activities. Have fun!
Written May 31, 2018
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Jennifer L
New York City, NY525 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
I saw a similar option offered at a tour guide's website. When he could not make arrangements for me I decided to do it on my own, and am glad I did!
The website is easy enough to navigate, and no deposit is necessary. We reserved our session for the Arashiyama location as we were spending the day there. The Kanshundo in Arashiyama is a little hard to find, as it was not on the main strip and uphill. So make sure you have ample time to get there.
We shared the class with a group of tourists who had an interpreter. The teacher was an elderly gentlemen who was patient, kind and helpful, and clearly took his art seriously. I felt a bit bad for him, as the other group was busy conversing among themselves and often talked over him. In 45 minutes, we each made three seasonal wagashi- two were for taking home and one to eat along with a nice cup of matcha. The whole experience was about an hour. The shop downstairs also sold lots of goodies, including the ones we just made!
I highly recommend this activity- you will not need to know Japanese as cooking is always a universal language. Just a note, no recipes are given.
The website is easy enough to navigate, and no deposit is necessary. We reserved our session for the Arashiyama location as we were spending the day there. The Kanshundo in Arashiyama is a little hard to find, as it was not on the main strip and uphill. So make sure you have ample time to get there.
We shared the class with a group of tourists who had an interpreter. The teacher was an elderly gentlemen who was patient, kind and helpful, and clearly took his art seriously. I felt a bit bad for him, as the other group was busy conversing among themselves and often talked over him. In 45 minutes, we each made three seasonal wagashi- two were for taking home and one to eat along with a nice cup of matcha. The whole experience was about an hour. The shop downstairs also sold lots of goodies, including the ones we just made!
I highly recommend this activity- you will not need to know Japanese as cooking is always a universal language. Just a note, no recipes are given.
Written August 9, 2017
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H A
Su Thep, Thailand13 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
Maybe it was my misunderstanding but there were a couple of things that disappointed me. First, the flyer I found was all in English so I expected some English would be spoken. And then when I checked out the place the day before the class they understood I only spoke English and indicated I would receive the "recipes" in English.
The start of the class was all in Japanese and I understood nothing. So you just have to sit there while everyone else is involved. When the actual making of the wagashi began I could just copy what everyone else was doing and the instructor did check on me to see I was doing things correctly. As for English "recipes".....there were no recipies. There was an English paper given with some ingredients listed but no way you could make these at home. All the ingredients were premade and portioned out so did not even see the making of the ingredients.
WIth all that said, we did enjoy the making of the wagashi and everyone's turned out nicely. The designs of the wagashi you make are adjusted for the seasons and they were all tasty. When we went into their retail shop we noticed the items we made were 400 yen each (about $4.00 usd). For a 2000 yen class that isn't too bad.
The start of the class was all in Japanese and I understood nothing. So you just have to sit there while everyone else is involved. When the actual making of the wagashi began I could just copy what everyone else was doing and the instructor did check on me to see I was doing things correctly. As for English "recipes".....there were no recipies. There was an English paper given with some ingredients listed but no way you could make these at home. All the ingredients were premade and portioned out so did not even see the making of the ingredients.
WIth all that said, we did enjoy the making of the wagashi and everyone's turned out nicely. The designs of the wagashi you make are adjusted for the seasons and they were all tasty. When we went into their retail shop we noticed the items we made were 400 yen each (about $4.00 usd). For a 2000 yen class that isn't too bad.
Written November 8, 2016
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mazatleca1
Mazatlan, Mexico225 contributions
Sep 2015 • Friends
During this 90 minute-to-2 hour class you will be able to make four different traditional Japanese sweets. These vary by the season. You will not be able to recreate them, as the shop does a whole lot of prep work so that those of us attending can enjoy the actual creation of these beautiful pieces of edible art. The class I attended was given in Japanese, but there was an explanation written in English, and the instructions are very easy to follow. It was a whole lot of fun and a great cultural experience in a beautiful place.
Written October 4, 2015
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mummblingme
Chicago, IL258 contributions
Sep 2019
Can you learn to make Kyoto sweets in just over an hour ? Yes!--in this easy, oh so enjoyable Wagashi class. While the instruction is in Japanese, the pastry master is personable and informative via demonstration so that you will really "get" his instruction. The space itself is inviting and very clean. Beyond actually making four types of sweets, you get to take them all home, as well as try samples of the same with matcha tea. A very sweet deal for about $20 per person.
Written December 23, 2019
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SGEugene
Singapore114 contributions
Jun 2018
A chance to learn, see & taste Wagashi in Kyoto. Must book in advance.Delicious desserts pastries that you can experience to make and take home. They sell a variety too.
Written June 25, 2018
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Cyn L
3 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
Got kids (11 & 12 yr old boys) to experience on Wagashi making in Kyoto. Class was conducted in Japanese only. English print outs were provided about the sweets to be made. Great rainy day experience. Counter staff were friendly.
Written June 10, 2018
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Hi Friends,
May I know where is this shop and do they sell the tools made this kind of cake?
Thank you so much.
Sissy
Written November 22, 2018
They sell Kyoto sweet only. Not the tools.
511-1 Chayacho, Kyoto
Written November 24, 2018
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