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Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $34 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 103 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- GuideMe Japan
- Meeting point
- 日本、〒604-8031 京都府京都市中京区大黒町７１ 木屋町 BESTB.L.D 1FPlease meet us here!
Description
You’ll get hands-on experience creating several types, such as red bean mochi, mitarashi dango, kinako mochi and sweet mochi. After the class, relax and enjoy your handmade creations with a cup of traditional matcha tea. Highlights: - Learn how to make mochi from a local home chef - Try your hand at multiple flavors and styles - Choose between morning or afternoon classes - Enjoy a small-group experience (maximum of 8 participants)
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 6:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $34
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $26
In demand: 61 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Young English-Speaking Instructor
Various Types of Mochi
Drinks to go with your Mochi
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
103 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- Starting price $34 is 56% below the typical $77 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,628 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting take?
Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.
How much does Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $26, adults from $34.
Does Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting sell out?
It can: 61 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 日本、〒604-8031 京都府京都市中京区大黒町７１ 木屋町 BESTB.L.D 1F. Please meet us here! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kyoto Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(103)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Q
Highly recommend
Super fun and the mochi was delicious! Our hosts made the event very interactive and interesting!
J
Loved it!
The instructors are very friendly and clear in their instructions. A must-do experience!
I
Great experience
We had a great time at the show and definitely learnt a lot. Shin was fantastic.
7
Fantastic experience, highly recommend while in Kyoto
The show was fantastic, the art and performance of the Maiko was a cultural experience that everyone should seek when in Kyoto. Our guide Shin was great and explained everything with clarity throughout the show.
Z
Exceptional Experience & Hospitality
The performance and hospitality of the staff especially our host Shin, was exceptional. The session included beautiful traditional dances and games as well as the opportunity to ask Maiko-san questions. Highly recommend the experience!
3
good
good good Everything went really well. There were numerous fun and interactive segments, offering lots of opportunities for everyone to take part, exchange ideas and connect with one another. The lively exchanges made the whole occasion far more dynamic and memorable.
J
Maiko interaction
It was an amazing experience! The maiko performed so beautifully! I learned a lot of cultural information about maikos and geikos. Shin did a wonderful job in explaining and translating for us through the whole performance.
E
Great first night in Kyoto!
Shin was a great host and the Maiko we held our experience with was a pleasure to interact with. Such a beautiful and intimate performance of authentic Japanese culture.
S
Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience in Kyoto
We had such a great time at the mochi pounding experience with Seishiro. We were a family of four and all of us really enjoyed it, especially the kids getting involved in the mochi pounding. We also had some really interesting conversations with Seishiro about Japan, its history and culture, which made the experience even more special. It felt very relaxed and personal, and was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Highly recommend!
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