Seasonal Wagashi (Japanese Sweets) Cooking Class

Event Overview

The Seasonal Wagashi Cooking Class is a hands-on program held at the Shimanto Pia Kitchen Studio in Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture. The instructor is from 'Oishi', a historic Japanese confectionery shop with three generations of tradition located in Nakamura Ichijodori. You will learn the delicate techniques of making high-quality traditional sweets.

In this approximately 1-hour program, you will create seasonal 'Nerikiri' sweets. Nerikiri is a type of Wagashi that uses color and shape to express the beauty of the seasons. For this session, the theme will be 'Sunflower'.

After completing your creation, you can enjoy one piece on the spot and take the remaining three pieces home to enjoy later.

Highlights

• *Traditional Instruction**: Learn directly from the masters of 'Oishi', a shop with a long-standing history.
• *Seasonal Theme**: Create a beautiful 'Sunflower' themed Nerikiri.
• *Taste & Take Home**: Enjoy one piece immediately and take three pieces home as a souvenir.

Schedule

Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

• Session 1: Starts at 11:00
• Session 2: Starts at 12:30

Each session lasts approximately 1 hour.

Venue & Access

The event will be held at the Shimanto Pia Kitchen Studio.

Located in Shimanto City, a hub for culture and community. Please check the official Shimanto Pia website for detailed access information.

Important Information

• *Capacity**: 15 participants per session (First-come, first-served). Early booking is highly recommended.
• *Children**: Children in 4th grade (elementary school) or younger must be accompanied by a guardian.
• *Pricing**: Different rates apply for middle school students and above vs. elementary school students and below.

What to Bring & Etiquette

• *What to bring**: An apron and a hand towel.
• *Payment**: Cash only (Registration is handled via phone or at the counter).
• *Language Support**: The program is conducted in Japanese. English support is not provided.
• *Reservation**: Required (First-come, first-served).

As this is a cooking class, please wear clothing suitable for food preparation and bring an apron and towel for hygiene and comfort.