WAGASHI WORKSHOP AT AN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IN TOKYO

Recently, We had the opportunity to host a wagashi workshop as part of the entertainment program at an international conference held at a hotel in Tokyo.
During the conference break, participants were invited to stop by our table freely to try making Ichigo Daifuku (strawberry daifuku) and enjoy tasting their creations. Because the break time was limited, the workshop format was a little different from our usual classes.

Normally, our workshops begin with a short presentation about wagashi culture and history. For this event, we prepared a video version of the presentation, which was continuously played at the venue so participants could watch it while waiting or after finishing their sweets.
To make the experience smooth within the limited time, the mochi dough was prepared in advance. Participants simply wrapped the sweet bean paste and strawberry with the mochi to complete their own daifuku.

This was the largest wagashi workshop we have ever attempted, and honestly, we were not sure how it would go at first. In preparation, our team of seven staff members worked together to shape 300 pieces of mochi and bean paste fillingsahead of time, which was quite a task!
However, on the day of the event, the operation went very smoothly. Many participants were making wagashi for the first time, and it was wonderful to see their excitement and curiosity as they created their own strawberry daifuku.

I believe it provided a refreshing and enjoyable moment during an otherwise very serious conference. Seeing people smile while experiencing Japanese sweets was incredibly rewarding.
I would be very happy if opportunities like this allow us to continue sharing the beauty and joy of wagashi with people from around the world.

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If you are interested in organizing a wagashi workshop or cultural experience for conferences, corporate events, or international gatherings, please feel free to contact us.
We would love to help bring a taste of Japanese culture to your event.