All Reviews for Food & Drink Experience

The explanation was given at such a fast pace that even if the work wasn't finished, we quickly moved on to the next step, leaving us to progress without understanding certain parts. It felt like they were desperate to finish within the time limit due to the speed.

I wish there had been some prompts like, "Did you have any questions?" or "Please stop for a moment to ask before we move on to the next step."

I wanted to enjoy making traditional Japanese sweets a bit more thoroughly, so I was disappointed that it wasn't what I was looking for. It might be suitable for those who just want to enjoy the atmosphere without spending much time on it.

早口で説明されるのでまだ作業が終わっていなくてもどんどん次の行程にいってしまい、わからないところはわからないまま進むといった感じです。時間内に終わらせるのに必死なのかな？と思ってしまうくらいのスピードでした。
最後にわからないとこありませんでしたか？や次に進むので一旦手を止めて聞いて下さいなど、少しお声かけして頂ければいいのになと思いました。
もう少し丁寧に教えてもらえて、和菓子作りを楽しみたかったので求めていたものとは違い残念でした。
時間がなく雰囲気だけ楽しみたいいう方にはいいのかもしれません。

It was my first time making wagashi, but the instructions were thorough, and I had a great time experiencing it. Wagashi is delicate and quite challenging to make well, but I was able to enjoy the process with my friends, creating wonderful memories. I was also satisfied that we could eat what we made right there! The anko seemed to be carefully prepared and was delicious. It looks like we can take some home too. I heard there's also a tea-making experience available, so I would like to try that next time as well. Thank you very much!

和菓子づくりは初めてでしたが、丁寧に説明していただき、楽しく体験ができました。和菓子というのは繊細でなかなか上手く作るのが難しかったですが、友人と楽しみながら作ることができて、いい思い出がつくれました。その場ですぐに食べることもできたので満足です！餡もこだわっていたようで美味しかったです。お持ち帰りもOKみたいです。お茶立て体験もできるようなので、次はそちらも一緒に体験したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we were able to experience this activity with peace of mind, thanks to the disinfection of tools, tables, and chairs, as well as the spaced-out seating arrangements. The wagashi (Japanese sweets) change with the seasons, and this time we made cherry blossom and dandelion sweets. Both looked simple to make, but once we tried, we truly felt the skill of the wagashi artisans. However, even though our creations were a bit clumsy, the wagashi we made felt incredibly endearing! After making the wagashi, we had a tea ceremony experience. We were first taught how to prepare the matcha, and even as beginners, we were able to whisk it smoothly. Finally, we enjoyed the matcha along with the wagashi. They used high-quality anko (sweet red bean paste) and matcha, and with my eyes closed, it tasted just like what you would find in a shop. There were no overly complicated steps, and we got to enjoy delicious treats, making it an experience that can be enjoyed by everyone, including small children, regardless of age! Thank you very much!

コロナ禍の中での体験ということで、道具や机、椅子の消毒はもちろん、間隔を空けた配置で、安心して体験ができました。和菓子は季節により変わるそうで、今回は桜とタンポポをつくりました。どちらも簡単そうに見えて、実際作ってみると、和菓子職人さんの凄さが痛いほど感じられました。しかし、不恰好でも、自分で作った和菓子はなんだかとても愛らしかったです！和菓子を作った後はお点前体験で、初めにやり方を教えていただけて、経験のない私たちもすんなりと抹茶を点てることができました。最後に和菓子と一緒にお抹茶をいただけます。餡や抹茶も良いものを使ってるそうで、目を閉じればお店の味でした。難しすぎる工程もなく、美味しいものも食べることができるので、小さい子供はもちろん、年齢を問わず楽しめる体験だと感じました！ありがとうございました！

The experience lasted 30 minutes, so it felt a bit rushed, but since time is limited during sightseeing and travel, I was able to make good use of the time afterward. Additionally, speed is important in making wagashi (Japanese sweets), so I think 30 minutes is sufficient. (However, it might be difficult for a child to participate alone.) You can create cute and unique wagashi, and you can take them home or enjoy them with matcha, making for a wonderful memory. The experience venue is also close to the station, so I highly recommend it!

体験時間が30分なので少々スピード感はありましたが、観光や旅行での時間は有限なので、その後の時間を有効活用することができました。
また、和菓子作りはスピード感が大切ということもあり、30分でも十分だと思います。
（しかしお子様1人の体験ではでは難しいかもしれません）
可愛くて個性溢れる和菓子を作れて、持ち帰ることやお抹茶と一緒に食べることもできるので、とてもいい思い出になりますよ(^^)
体験会場も駅から近いので、おすすめします！

I participated with a friend! The explanation of making wagashi was very clear and smooth, and whenever we had questions, the staff members waiting nearby kindly provided individual explanations and checked in on us, which was very thoughtful. I was impressed to learn that a single type of anko can be used to create various vibrant tea sweets, and I gained an understanding of the delicacy of anko. During the tea ceremony experience, there was also an explanation of the proper etiquette, and we had the precious opportunity to enjoy the wagashi we made with the matcha we prepared ourselves! Thank you very much!

友人と二人で参加しました！
和菓子作りの説明はとてもわかりやすくスムーズで、わからないところは待機しているスタッフさんが横で個別に説明して下さったり悩んでたら声かけして頂いてとても親切でした。
餡一つで色んな鮮やかなお茶菓子が作られていることに感動しつつ、餡の繊細さを学びました。
お点前体験では作法の説明もあり、自分達で作った和菓子を自分達でたてたお抹茶で頂くとても貴重な体験をさせて頂きました！ありがとうございました！

At the request of my daughter, I had the opportunity to experience making traditional Japanese sweets with my 81-year-old mother and my 23-year-old daughter, spanning three generations. Making wagashi was more challenging than I expected, but it was a lot of fun. I struggled with shaping them, but I enjoyed the process while redoing it multiple times. However, I did wonder if cosmos flowers are really considered autumn flowers, aside from the cherry blossoms.

We enjoyed the wagashi we made with matcha that was sold separately. If I had to say something, I was a bit disappointed that the matcha was a little bitter. The sweets were said to be delicious, used even by wagashi shops in Kyoto, so it was a shame given how tasty the red bean paste was.

娘の希望で、81歳の母、私、23歳の娘の親子三代で体験させていただきました。和菓子作りは、思ったより難しかったですが、とても楽しかったです。形を作るのに苦戦しましたが、何度もやり直しながら楽しみました。ただ、桜はともかくコスモスは秋の花なんじゃないかなと疑問に思いました。
作った和菓子を別売りの抹茶と共にいただきました。強いて言えば抹茶が少し苦かったのが残念でした。お菓子は、京都の和菓子屋さんでも使っている美味しいものだそうで、餡子が美味しかっただけに残念です。

A spacious store with thorough infection control measures in place. It felt clean, and above all, the atmosphere was great. The food was incredibly delicious. Personally, the appetizers left a strong impression, but the flying fish hitsumabushi was, of course, tasty as well! I want to come back next time I visit Yakushima.

広い店内でしっかり感染対策させたお店。
清潔感があり、何より雰囲気が良かったです。
料理もすごく美味しかった。
個人的には、前菜が印象に残ってますが、飛び魚のひつまぶしはもちろん美味しかったです！
次回屋久島に来た時も、また来たいです。

We participated in this wagashi (Japanese sweets) making experience in March. Although I had often visited Kyoto, I realized that I had never made wagashi myself, and I thought it would be a nice gift for my mother, who loves wagashi. The website mentioned it would take 30 minutes, so I thought I needed to hurry, but that wasn't the case at all; they patiently waited for me, despite my clumsiness. I had a wonderful time with him, and when I brought the sweets home, my mother said they were very delicious, making it a truly unforgettable memory. Thank you very much.

私たちは3月にこの和菓子作り体験に参加させて頂きました。京都にはよく訪れていたものの、和菓子を自分で作ったことがないことに気付いたから、そして和菓子好きの母に送ろうと思ったからです。サイトで30分と書かれていたので、結構急がないといけないかと思っていましたが、そんなことはなく、手際の悪い私を待って頂けました。彼との楽しい時間を過ごすができ、また、持ち帰って母にとても美味しいといってもらえて本当にかけがいのない思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

I participated with my boyfriend! I had seen reviews mentioning it was fast-paced and hectic, but I didn't find the speed to be an issue during the experience! I also had a matcha experience, where there was an explanation of the proper techniques, and I was able to enjoy the wagashi I made along with the matcha deliciously ^_^.

Perhaps due to the COVID period, we were able to participate with a relatively small group, and since we were the only ones for the matcha experience, we could enjoy our meal and take photos at a leisurely pace. I would like to try making different wagashi when the seasons change. Thank you very much!

彼氏と参加させていただきました！早くてバタバタという口コミも見た上で参加したのですが，そこまでスピードは気にならずに体験できました！
お抹茶体験もしたのですが、作法の説明もあり、自分で作った和菓子とお抹茶で美味しくいただくことが出来ました^_^
コロナの時期もあってか、比較的少人数で参加でき、お抹茶体験は私たちのみだったので、2人でゆっくり楽しく食事や写真も楽しむことが出来ました。
また季節が変わりましたら違う和菓子を作ってみたいと思います。ありがとうございました。

The explanation of making wagashi was very easy to understand, and I was able to create them smoothly. Making wagashi was an interesting experience.

The tea ceremony and wagashi making were scheduled for one hour, and since there was another reservation, speed was really required, which made it feel different from a leisurely enjoyment. I couldn't enter until just before the start time, but since I arrived early, I was exploring nearby. However, I think the schedule for wagashi making is really tight, as they would call if you were even one minute late.

However, for those who want to pack their day with activities and enjoy Kyoto, this might be a great option for a speedy experience.

The sweet bean paste for the wagashi was very delicious.

和菓子作りの説明はとても分かりやすくスムーズにつくることができました。
和菓子作りは面白いものでした。

お点前とお菓子作りを１時間で、次の予約もあるためかとてもスピードは求められたのでゆっくりと楽しむという感じとは違いました。
開始時間ギリギリまで入ることはできないのですが、早く着いたため近くの散策していたのですが、１分遅れると電話がかかってくるでの本当にタイトなお菓子作りのスケジュールと思います

ですが、１日にぎっちり、したいことや京都を味わいたい方などスピードに味わい方にはとてもいいかもしれません。

和菓子のあん、などとてもおいしいものでした。

I live in Kyoto, and I have always wanted to experience making wagashi (Japanese sweets). I found out that I could do this at an affordable price here, so I signed up with my daughter. I thought it would be easy, but the detailed work while wearing gloves was quite challenging. The instructor taught us carefully, so even though the time was short at just 30 minutes, it was good because we could concentrate on the task. The sweets we made were called "uguisu" and "ume," which are very spring-like. The "uguisu" was particularly difficult and ended up looking like a fish, but both were very delicious. Thank you for the enjoyable experience.

京都に住んでいますが、以前から和菓子作りを体験したいと思っていました。こちらで手ごろな値段で体験できることを知り、娘と二人で申し込みをしました。簡単にできるかと思っていましたが、手袋をつけての細かい作業はなかなか難しかったです。インストラクターの方が丁寧に教えて下さったので、30分と短い時間でしたが、逆に集中して作業ができてよかったです。鶯と梅という春らしいお菓子でした。特に鶯が難しく魚のような形になってしまいましたが、どちらもとてもおいしかったです。楽しい体験をありがとうございました。

The park is closed, and with more time spent at home due to restrictions, I've been doing quite a bit of baking. However, making wagashi (Japanese sweets) is quite challenging due to the high barriers to entry and the difficulty in gathering the necessary ingredients. After making mochi for New Year's, I was on the lookout for something to satisfy my craving for anko (sweet red bean paste) and came across a place. Most options were geared towards adults, but I found out that An-san welcomes young children, so I decided to visit.

Just to be safe, I practiced rolling with clay before heading out. It seemed that even with child-sized gloves, rolling was difficult. Comparing our creations to the samples of uguisu and plum kinton, we ended up with some odd shapes, but it was a lot of fun, and my child wrote in their picture diary that it was a great day.

Given the current circumstances, they had taken proper measures for disinfection and ventilation.

休園、自粛中で家で過ごすことが増え、お菓子作りも一通りしてきました。しかしながら和菓子は敷居も高く材料を揃えるのも一苦労なので中々自宅で行うには難しいものです。ちょうどお正月のお餅つきをした後で、あんこ熱が高まっているところ何か無いかと探していてみつけました。ほとんどのところが大人向けでしたが、庵さんは幼児も受け入れて頂けるとのことで伺いました。
念のため、粘土で丸める予習をして向かいました。子供サイズの手袋をしても丸めるのは難しかったようです。うぐいすと梅のきんとんのお見本と比べて変な形ーと言いながらもとても楽しかったようで、今日は良い1日だったと絵日記に書いていました。
こんなご時世ですので、消毒や換気など対策もしっかり取られていました。

I think it's fine if you're just looking to experience making wagashi. However, if your goal is to "enjoy" the experience, I would recommend looking for other places. The explanations and tasks were quite rushed, and while those who are good at following instructions might manage to keep up, those who are a bit clumsy will likely struggle. Since this was during a less busy time after the Go To campaign ended, I can only imagine it would be even more chaotic during the tourist season, so I can't really recommend it.

On the other hand, for those who want to have a quick 30-minute experience and don't have much time, it's conveniently located close to the station.

和菓子作りの体験をするだけならいいと思います。体験を「楽しむ」のを目的にするなら、他のところを探した方がよいかと…。かなり大急ぎの説明・作業で、要領の良い人は何とかついていけると思いますが、ちょっと不器用な人はきっとついていけません…。gotoがなくなり空いている時期でこうだったので、多分、観光シーズンなどはもっとバタバタになるのかと思うと、あまりオススメはできません。
逆に時間がないのできっちり30分で体験だけしたいという方には、駅からも近いし便利だと思います。

During the pandemic, the measures were well implemented. However, the pace was fast and it was quite challenging. I think it would be better if there was a time allocation to proceed a bit more slowly. The staff have to finish within the time limit, so I don't think there's much they can do about it.

Making simple wagashi (Japanese sweets) myself made me realize how difficult it is to shape them nicely. So, I wasn't able to do it very well!

コロナ中、対策がしっかりされていました。ただ、スピードが早くなかなか大変でした。もう少しゆっくり進めるよう時間配分があれば良いと思います。スタッフさんは、時間内で終わらせなくてはならないので、スタッフさんにはどうすることもできないと思いますが、、
何気ない和菓子、自分で作ってみると形よく作る大変さがよくわかります。なので、あまり上手にはできませんでした！

I will make two types of nerikiri. While I receive careful instruction, my creations turn out to be quite clumsy compared to those of a craftsman, but that adds to their charm. I think it's a very enjoyable experience as part of the culture.

練り切りを二種類作ります。丁寧に教えていただけますが、やはり職人さんと違って自分流のなんとも不恰好なねりきりができますが、またそれも味がある感じです。文化として経験するのにとても楽しいかなぁと思います。

The 30-minute duration was just right for focusing on making and eating. I thought it was entertaining how they mixed in trivia and quizzes before the activity.

30分の短さが集中して作るとか食べる事とかを考えるとちょうど良かった。作成前に豆知識やクイズなども織り交ぜていて、エンターテイナーだなと思いました。

The fast-paced explanation while wearing a mask made it difficult to hear, especially since participants were also talking while creating. I wish there had been a microphone or handouts with instructions. I was focused, and I was satisfied with the final result. They also took photos, which became a nice keepsake.

マスクをしての早口な説明に加え、受講者も話しながら作るので、後ろまで聞こえなかった。
マイクを付けるか、手順書を配布するなどしてあればと思った。
集中してたこともあり、出来上がりは満足でした。
写真も撮って頂き、記念になりました。

There were samples available, so it was easy to imagine the finished product. It was just a matter of kneading and shaping, but it was simple and enjoyable. I participated alone, but it was nice that I could focus and work quietly without feeling self-conscious.

見本が置いてあったので、完成形がイメージしやすかったです。
こねて形を整えるだけですが、簡単で楽しくできました。
1人での参加でしたが気にならず黙々とできてよかったです。

If you're looking to make simple Japanese sweets, this is a great place! You can make them and order tea to enjoy right away; there's nothing more luxurious than that. The sweet bean paste was incredibly delicious too! For example, if it's a gift for someone, I thought it might be better to increase the budget a bit!

簡単な和菓子作りをするならすごくいいです！作ってお茶もオーダーしてすぐ食べる、、こんな贅沢なことはないなと。餡もすだっごく美味しかったです！
例えば誰かへのプレゼントならもう少し予算あげた方がいいかなーとは思いました！

I participated with my daughter, who is in the lower grades of elementary school. I had read in reviews that registration is not accepted until five minutes before the start, so we spent some time at Kyoto Station before walking over. It was a bit hot, but the scenery was nice and it was an easy-to-understand location, making it perfect for a stroll.

When we entered the room, there were long tables set up, and we were guided to sit by group. Materials and tools were prepared at our seats, and my daughter was excited! A young female staff member explained everything clearly at the front, but the pace of work varied among individuals, and especially since we were a slow-paced parent-child duo, there was a mismatch between the explanation and what we were doing. However, another staff member was walking around and kindly checked on us.

The activity involved something like clay work, where we colored white bean paste and kneaded it. The final product turned out reasonably well, but I thought that traditional Japanese sweets artisans are truly amazing. My daughter also had a fun experience and said she wanted to make more. However, she mentioned that the gloves for children were too big, making it difficult to work.

We each made two pieces, so we enjoyed two on the spot and took the rest home as souvenirs for our family. They were delicious, with a light sweetness and a moist texture.

I would like to try again when the season changes and different types of wagashi are available. Thank you for a wonderful time!

小学生低学年の娘と二人で参加しました。
集合の5分前まで受付されないとレビューで拝見していたので、京都駅で時間を潰してから徒歩で向かいました。
多少暑くはありましたが、景色も良く分かり易い場所でしたので、散歩がてらには丁度良かったです。

部屋に入ると長机が並んでおり、グループ毎に座れる様に案内して下さりました。
席には材料や道具などがセットされていて、娘もワクワク♪
若い女性のスタッフの方が前で分かり易く説明して下さりましたが、作業速度が個々でバラバラで、特に私達親子はスローペースだった為、説明とやっている事が合致しなかったのですが、別のスタッフの方が見回っておられて、優しく声を掛けて下さいました。

作業としては、粘土細工みたいで白餡に色を付けてコネコネ。
完成度はそれなりに出来上がりましたが、やはり和菓子職人は凄いなあと思いました。
娘も楽しく体験出来て、また作りたいと言っていました。
ただ、子供用の手袋が大きく、作業がしにくかったとの事でした。

1人２つづつ作ったので、その場で２つを2人で頂き、残りは家族にお土産として持ち帰りました。
あっさりとした甘さとしっとりとした舌触りでとても美味しかったです。

また季節が変わり、作る和菓子が変わったらチャレンジしたいと思います。
楽しいひと時をありがとうございました！

I traveled to Kyoto with my wife and daughter. Due to the impact of the coronavirus, my sixth-grade daughter has missed out on most school events like field trips, so we decided to have a family trip instead. We found a wagashi (Japanese sweets) making experience while looking for something to do on the morning of our last day. My daughter loves making sweets, but this was her first attempt at wagashi. Using the prepared white bean paste and red bean paste, she worked hard while listening to the instructions. Thanks to the detailed explanations, we successfully completed it in about 30 minutes! She mentioned that shaping the sweets was challenging, but she had a lot of fun. We enjoyed the sweets on the Shinkansen ride back, and they were delicious, made with quality ingredients and my daughter's heartfelt effort! It became a precious time and a memorable family trip.

妻、娘と一緒に京都に旅行しました。小学校6年生の娘はコロナウイルスの影響もあり修学旅行など学校イベントがほとんどなくなってしまったため、家族で修学旅行しました。今回の和菓子作り体験は、旅の最終日の午前中に何か行えることはないかと探していて見つけました。普段からお菓子づくりが好きな娘ですが、和菓子作りは初挑戦です。予め用意いただいた白あんやあんこを使って、説明を聞きながら一生懸命作っていました。ていねいな説明のおかげもあり、30分程度で無事に完成です！本人曰く、形を整えるところが大変だったとことですが、とても楽しかったと感想を話してくれました（^^）帰りの新幹線でいただきましたが、確かな素材と娘の気持ちが入っていてとてもおいしかったです！家族旅行の思い出となる貴重な時間になりました。

During the week of Silver Week, I decided to take a late summer vacation and travel to Kyoto with a friend on a weekday after a four-day holiday. This time, I wanted to do something beyond just visiting famous spots, and inspired by a recent drama about wagashi (Japanese sweets) artisans, I signed up for a wagashi and tea ceremony experience.

Neither of us usually eats wagashi or drinks tea, so it was our first experience with both. However, the instructor taught us in a kind and enjoyable one-on-one manner, making it a very satisfying experience. Not only did we make and enjoy the sweets, but we also learned fundamental knowledge about wagashi and tea, which made it a truly valuable experience.

For the wagashi, I made cosmos and chrysanthemum flowers. My chrysanthemum didn't have the yellow bean paste sticking well, so it didn't look great. I learned that this happens when the bean paste dries out, making it difficult for the yellow to stick. I was impressed to see some other participants had made beautiful ones. It was reassuring to see others with similar results as mine.

Overall, it was a fulfilling experience to eat the wagashi and enjoy the tea ceremony.

シルバーウイークの週に少し遅い夏休みで、友人と４連休後の平日に京都へ旅行をすることに。
今回はどこか名所を巡るだけでないことをしたいと思い、また、最近和菓子職人のドラマもみていたことがきっかけで申し込んだのがこの和菓子とお点前体験でした。
普段は余り和菓子を食べたり、お茶を飲むこともなく、２人にとっても初めての和菓子とお茶の体験でしたが、先生がマンツーマンで優しく楽しく教えて頂いたので、とても満足できた体験となりました。ただ作って食べて楽しむだけでなく、和菓子やお茶の基礎知識も教えて頂き、とても貴重な経験となりました。
和菓子はコスモスと菊の花を、私の菊には中の餡子に黄色がうまくつかず、見た目は少しいまいちでした。これは餡子が乾くと黄色のくっつきが難しくなるからだそうです。他の体験者の写真の中には綺麗にできてる方もいて凄いなーと思いました。出来栄えの同じような方もいたので安心もしました。
そして和菓子を食べてお点前をいただき、とても充実した体験でした。

I participated in a monitoring tour this time. It was my first time making wagashi, and I made two pieces: a cosmos flower and a chrysanthemum, which took about 30 minutes to complete. I learned some interesting facts and quizzes about tea and wagashi, which was very informative. However, the explanations were a bit fast, and I felt rushed, as I was still in the middle of the process when the next explanation started. The experience itself was enjoyable. Also, I arrived a bit early, but I couldn't enter until just in time, so I had to wait outside in the heat, which I think should be improved.

今回モニターツアーで体験させていただきました。
和菓子を作るのは初めてだったのですが、和菓子はコスモスと菊の花を2つ作って30分くらいで終わりました。
お茶や和菓子についての豆知識やクイズも含めて教えていただけて為になりました。
ただ少し説明が早く、まだ途中までしかできてないのに次の説明をされたりして、巻かれているというか、急がされている感じもしました。
体験自体は楽しかったです。
また、少し早く着いてしまったのですが、ギリギリにならないと入れなかったので暑い中外で待たなくてはいけなかったので改善された方がいいと思います。

I wanted to experience making wagashi in Kyoto, so I researched and found a place that was easily accessible from the station and allowed me to participate hands-free, so I made a reservation. The staff were kind and friendly, and they explained everything step by step in detail, which made it easy for me, even as a beginner with two left hands! I was able to create unique pieces by adjusting the pressure, rolling out the dough, and shaping them. I heard that the flower motifs for the wagashi change with the seasons, so I would like to visit again at a different time.

京都で和菓子作りの体験がしたくて調べたところ、駅からのアクセスも良く、手ぶらで参加できるとの事でしたので予約しました。
従業員の方々は優しく、気さくに話しかけられる方々で、一つ一つ順を追って丁寧に説明してくださるので、初心者で不器用な私でも簡単に作ることができました！力加減や生地の伸ばし方、形の整え方で、個性豊かに作り上げることができました。季節によって和菓子のモチーフの花が変わるそうなので、また別の時期にも訪れてみたいと思います。

I participated in a wagashi (Japanese sweets) making experience for the first time. The staff were very approachable and worked efficiently, which made the experience smooth. Since the activity takes place in a tatami room with pipe chairs, I think it can accommodate a wide range of ages. However, since you have to take off your shoes, it would be a good idea to bring socks if you're concerned about being barefoot.

As for COVID-19 measures, they ensured proper ventilation in the room, and everyone wore masks and gloves, and there was disinfection. The wagashi making was neither too difficult nor too easy, making it enjoyable for adults as well. I definitely want to participate again.

初めて和菓子作り体験に参加しました。
スタッフの方々はとても話しやすく、かつ、テキパキと動いておられたのでスムーズに体験することができました。
畳の部屋でパイプ椅子に座って体験を行うので広い年齢幅に対応できると思います。ただ、靴を脱ぐので裸足が気になる方は靴下等を持参すると良いと思います。
コロナ対策としては、部屋の換気・マスクと手袋着用・消毒をしていました。
和菓子作りは、難しすぎず簡単すぎず大人でも充分楽しめるものでした。
また是非参加したいと思います。

This time, I visited Kyoto with my mother and sisters for a girls' trip. I had been looking forward to making traditional Japanese sweets, as I have been interested in it for a long time. We got lost and arrived just in time for our meeting, but the staff kindly welcomed us, allowing us to start the experience with ease. We made two types of seasonal sweets (chrysanthemum and cosmos). I was a bit anxious about whether I could do it well since it was my first experience, but with the staff's clear explanations and demonstrations, we were able to proceed smoothly. It was a bit challenging to score each petal of the cosmos sweet with a spatula, but I was happy with how cute it turned out. The taste was also satisfying.

今回、母と姉妹で女三人旅で京都に訪れました。
以前から和菓子作りに興味があったのですごく楽しみにしていました。
道に迷い集合時間ギリギリに到着しましたが、スタッフの方が優しく出迎えてくれ安心して体験を始める事ができました。
季節の和菓子2種（きく、コスモス）を作りました、初めての体験でうまくできるか不安がありましたが、スタッフの方のわかりやすい説明とお手本でスムーズに進める事ができました。
コスモスの御菓子の花びらを一枚一枚ヘラで筋を入れていくのは少し難しかったのですが出来上がりは可愛くできてよかったです。味も満足でした。

After a 30-minute bus ride from the designated hotel, we arrived at the riverside dining area in Kyoto, Takao. The moment we got off the bus, we were in a fantastical place that felt like it could be from "Spirited Away."

The food was already set up, and when we opened the lid, the meat was absolutely amazing! I was so impressed. As we neared the end of our meal, a maiko appeared. After the greetings, she visited each table. Today's maiko was Kimika from Miyakawacho.

After chatting, it was finally time for her to perform, and she danced for us twice. Thank you for this extraordinary experience.

指定ホテルよりバスに揺られて３０分程度、京都、高雄の川床へ
バスを降りた瞬間の幻想的な場所。まるで千と千尋の神隠しに出てきそうな場所です。
料理はセッティングされていたのですが・・・・
蓋を開けたら、お肉のすごいことすごいこと！！感激です。
食事も終盤にかかると舞妓さんの登場。ご挨拶が終わり各テーブルへ
今日の舞妓さんは、宮川町の君翔さんです。
話も終わりいよいよ踊りの披露、二舞してくれました。
非日常をありがとう。

The staff wore face shields and masks, and the ventilation was good, so the COVID-19 measures were properly implemented. I thought it would be mostly for foreigners, but almost everyone was Japanese. There were families with children, groups of friends, and solo visitors, but it felt like there were more women. The staff were friendly, engaging in conversation and even taking commemorative photos, creating a very nice atmosphere. Due to time constraints, the explanations felt a bit rushed, but it was easy to make even for beginners, and since they used good quality ingredients, it was very easy and delicious to enjoy. In the tea experience area, there were photos of Kyoto scenery on one wall, which was perfect for Instagram!

店員の方もフェイスシールドとマスク着用、換気もされていて、コロナ対策がきちんとなされてました。外国人向けかと思ったら、ほぼみんな日本人。お子様連れの方や、友達同士、一人で来ている方もいましたが、女性が多い印象。店員の方も気さくに話しかけてくださったり、記念写真を撮ってくださったり、とてもいい雰囲気でした。時間の関係か、やや説明が駆け足な感じでしたが、初心者でも作りやすく、もともとの材料がいいものを使われているため、とても作りやすくおいしく頂けました。お茶体験する場所では、京都の風景写真が壁の一面にあり、インスタ映えもバッチリでした笑

This time, I experienced it with a friend. Although I usually have opportunities to eat wagashi, it was my first time making it myself, and I participated with a mix of anxiety about whether I could make it beautifully, given my clumsiness, and excitement. The first flower shape I made didn't turn out exactly like the example, but I was quite satisfied with the result. The second task of pressing the anko into the holey ladle was very enjoyable. After making them, we took a lot of photos! I would like to visit again in a different season and make a different shape of nerikiri.

今回友人と2人で体験させて頂きました。普段和菓子を食べる機会はあるものの、自分で作るのは初めてで不器用な私に綺麗に作れるのか不安な気持ちとワクワクした気持ちで参加しました。1つ目に作った花形はやはりお手本通りのような形にはならなかったものの、かなり満足のいく出来になりました。2つ目の穴の空いたおたまに餡子を押し付ける作業はとても楽しかったです。作った後も写真を沢山撮って頂きました！また違う季節に訪問して違う形の練り切りを作りたいです。

This Sunday, my husband and I experienced making wagashi (Japanese sweets) and a tea ceremony for the first time. Although I felt a bit anxious due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I was able to participate with peace of mind as they conducted temperature checks and provided alcohol disinfectant, and there was a comfortable distance between participants and the instructor. The wagashi-making was easy to understand, even for beginners, and my clumsy husband was able to make some too. During the tea ceremony experience, we were the only ones there, and we learned everything from the explanation of the tools to how to prepare the tea, which we enjoyed very much. I think it was a very fulfilling hour. I heard that the wagashi changes with the seasons, so I would like to participate again.

今週の日曜日に夫婦で初めて和菓子とお点前を体験しました。
コロナ禍で少し不安でしたが、検温やアルコール除菌を実施していたり
参加者や先生との間に適度な距離があったりと安心して参加することができました。
和菓子作りでは素人でも分かりやすく、ぶきっちょな旦那でも作ることができました。
お点前体験では私たちしかいなかったのですが、道具の説明からお茶のたて方まで習いおいしくいただくことができました。
とても充実した1時間だったと思います。
季節ごとに和菓子が変わると聞いたので、また参加したいと思いました。