All Reviews for Workshops and Lessons

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。

We participated in the handkerchief plan as a family of four, with two children (ages 5 and 3). When we first received the explanation of how it works, I thought, "This might be too difficult for the kids." However, my 5-year-old became so engrossed that he completed three different designs. He seemed to be so pleased with the results that during our one-night, two-day trip, he carried the handkerchief everywhere and proudly showed it off to everyone.

My 3-year-old also dyed a flower design, but her attention span didn't last as long. The rest of the time, the parents enjoyed it. It was a fun hour that went by in no time.

夫婦と子供2人（5歳、3歳）で、ハンカチプランに参加しました。
最初にやり方の説明を受けたときは「子供には難しいかな〜」と思いましたが、5歳の上の子は熱中して3つの絵柄を染めきりました。出来栄えがよほど気に入ったのか、1泊2日の旅行中、肌身離さずハンカチを持ち歩き、方々で自慢していました。
3歳の下の子も、お花の絵柄を染めましたが、集中力はそこまで。あとは親が楽しみました。
あっという間の楽しい1時間でした。

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。

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。

We had an experience making traditional Japanese sweets in the fall, creating cosmos and chrysanthemums. There were about 15 of us starting at the same time, but three staff members were there to help, so they guided us through any uncertainties. It was quite challenging, but I enjoyed making them, so it was great. You can enjoy the sweets on-site, but if you don't include the tea experience, you'll need to bring your own tea. You can also take them home for an additional box fee.

As for COVID-19 measures, temperature checks, disinfection, and mask-wearing are mandatory. The staff also had face shields and other precautions in place.

The start was a bit hectic, as the seating wasn't prepared, and the flow seemed a bit chaotic, possibly due to not being accustomed to the COVID-19 protocols, which was slightly concerning.

秋の和菓子作り体験ということで、秋桜と菊を作りました。
15人程度で同時にスタートでしたが、スタッフが3人ほどついてくれるので分からないところは教えてくれます。
なかなか難しかったのですが、楽しく作れたので良かったです。
お菓子はその場でいただけますが、お手前体験をつけない場合はお茶がないので持参しました。
持ち帰りも箱代プラスで可能です。

コロナ対策として検温や消毒、マスク着用が必須です。
スタッフの方もフェイスシールドなど対策されてました。

席の準備ができていなかったりとバタバタしながらのスタート、進行もコロナ仕様に慣れていないのかバタバタ感が否めない感じが少し気になりました。

I experienced making wagashi (Japanese sweets) for the first time. I didn't have any prior knowledge, but the staff taught me patiently, making it a fun experience. They also shared interesting trivia about wagashi, which was educational. Even as someone who is not very skilled, I was satisfied with the beautiful colors and shapes I created. If you love matcha, I definitely recommend participating in the tea ceremony experience. However, if I had to mention one thing I would like to improve, it would be that there was not enough time to eat after making the wagashi. Since I participated in the tea ceremony, I only had about 10 minutes to eat after preparing the matcha. With the next group of customers arriving, those who prefer to take their time might feel a bit rushed (laughs). It was a great experience, and I was happy to have my photos taken.

初めて和菓子作りを体験しました。前もって何も知識は得てなかったのですが、お店の方が丁寧に教えてくださったので楽しく出来ました。和菓子に関する豆知識を交えて説明してもら得たので、勉強にもなりました。不器用な自分でも、綺麗な色や形が出来たので満足です。お手前の体験も抹茶好きな方なら是非参加されてみてください。ただ、ひとつこうしてほしいってところを挙げるとしたら、和菓子を作り終えて、食べる時間が少なかったというところです。お手前の体験に参加したので、抹茶を立て終えた後では食べる時間が10分くらいでした。次の時間帯のお客さんも来られたので、マイペース気味な方ならすこし、急かされる気分になるかもしれません（笑）
いい経験ができました。写真も撮って頂いて嬉しかったです。

This time, I traveled to Kyoto with a friend. Until now, our main focus has been visiting temples and shrines, so we wanted to try something more characteristic of Kyoto and signed up for a workshop.

I was a bit anxious about whether we could make two items in 30 minutes, including time for taking photos, but with the guidance of the kind and attentive staff, we managed to do it well. It felt more like a concentrated 30 minutes rather than a rushed experience.

I was very satisfied with the finished wagashi, and the two pieces turned out to be very cute. I heard that the designs change with the seasons, so I would like to try again.

I also felt that sufficient measures were taken for COVID-19 prevention. While hand washing is not done, hand sanitizing is, and we wore disposable gloves throughout the experience, so I don't think there were any particular issues. However, the inside of the gloves was sweaty after the experience, and wet wipes were provided.

今回、友人と二人での京都旅行。今までは寺社仏閣巡りがメインなので何か京都っぽいコトをしてみたいと申し込みました。
３０分で二個作る？写真撮る時間込みで？時間内に出来上がるのかしら？と少し不安もありましたが優しくて丁寧なスタッフの方のご案内で上手くできました。
駆け足と言うよりも３０分集中、の印象でした。
和菓子の出来上がりも満足でとても可愛らしい２品です。季節が違えばデザインもまた変わると伺ったのでまたチャレンジしてみたいです。
新型コロナ対策も充分にされていると感じました。手指消毒はしますが手洗いはしません、が全編使い捨てビニール手袋をしますので特段の問題はないのでは。体験後の手袋の中は汗まみれです、ウエットティッシュが準備されています。

I had many new experiences for the first time, and it was very enjoyable; I spent a fulfilling time. I was impressed by how kindly and patiently the staff explained things to us, even though we weren't doing well. The infection control measures were properly implemented, with gloves being changed multiple times and thorough disinfection, which made me feel safe. It was also great that the instructor's voice was very clear, even while wearing a mask and face shield. Thank you for the valuable experience.

初めて体験したことが多く、とても楽しかったし、充実した時間を過ごせました。
上手くできない私たちにも丁寧に優しく説明していただいたのが印象的でした。
感染症対策もきちんとされていて、手袋も何度も交換して頂いたり、消毒もきちんとされていて、安心でした。インストラクターの方が、マスクとフェイスシールドをしているのに、とてと声が聞きやすかったのがとても良かったです。
貴重な体験、ありがとうございました。

I participated in this event thinking it would create wonderful summer memories for my child, as they love traditional Japanese sweets. On the day of the event, I arrived early and called to let them know, but I was told I couldn't enter because they needed to prepare, so I waited outside for about 15 minutes until it started. When it was time to go in, there weren't many people and the space was large, but since it was hot and I had my child with me, I wished I could have waited at the entrance. However, it seems there are rules in place, so if entry is absolutely not allowed, it might be better to mention that on the website for everyone's benefit. The person who helped me was different and provided thorough guidance. This time, we made hibiscus and sunflower sweets. They were very delicious. Thank you!

子供の夏休みの思い出にと思い、子供が大好きな和菓子が作れて食べれるので参加させて頂きました。
当日は早く着いてしまい電話したところ、準備をしなければならないので中には入れないと言われ、外で始まる5分ぐらいまで待機（15分程度）してました。時間になり、中に入れてもらうと人もいないし広かったので、子供もいたし暑かったので入り口で待たせて欲しかったなと思いましたが、ルールがあるみたいだったので、もし絶対に入れさせないのであればホームページに記載した方がお互い良いのかと思いました。
教えてくれた方はまた違う方で丁寧に教えてくれました。今回はハイビスカスとひまわりを作りました。とても美味しかったです。ありがとうございます。

I experienced this with my husband and child. It is conveniently located in the city, and even though we participated during the hot summer, we were able to access it smoothly. It was our first time trying Yuzen dyeing, but the staff explained everything carefully, allowing even our clumsy child to enjoy the process. The three of us focused on dyeing, and time flew by quickly. It was a very enjoyable and valuable experience. Thank you. I would like to visit again when I go to Kyoto.

夫と子供と一緒に体験させていただきました。
街中の便利な場所にあり、夏の暑い時期での参加でしたが、スムーズにアクセスできました。
友禅染めは初めてでしたが、スタッフの方が丁寧に説明してくださり、不器用な子供も楽しんで取り組むことができました。
家族三人、染めるのに集中し、あっという間に時間が過ぎていました。
大変楽しく貴重な体験ができました。
ありがとうございます。
また京都に行く際には訪れたいと思います。

I love Kyoto and have traveled here many times, but this time I thought, "I want to have a unique Kyoto experience!" My daughter, who is a university student, and I both love seeing and eating beautiful wagashi (Japanese sweets), and I was excited to see if I could make such beautiful wagashi myself. It was my first experience, but I was taught very carefully, and I was able to enjoy making them.

After finishing and taking lots of photos, when I enjoyed the matcha I whisked myself along with the sweets, I became quite attached to them and felt it was almost a shame to eat them. The taste was also surprising; I heard they use ingredients from a long-established wagashi shop, and they were very delicious.

It became a very memorable day for our mother-daughter trip. Thank you!

京都は大好きで、もう何度も旅行に来ているのですが、今回は「京都ならではの体験をしたい！」と思って申し込みました。
私も大学生の娘も、美しい和菓子を見たり食べたりするのが大好きで、自分でもこんな美しい和菓子を作れるのかな・・・とドキドキでした。初めての体験でしたが、とても丁寧に教えていただいて、楽しく作ることができました。
作り終わって、たくさん写真を撮った後、自分で点てたお抹茶と一緒にいただく頃には、すっかり愛着がわいてしまって、何だか食べるのがもったいなくなってしまうくらいでした。
お味も、老舗の和菓子屋さんの材料を使っていらっしゃるとのこと、とても美味しくてびっくりしました。
母娘旅行の、とても思い出深い１日になりました。ありがとうございました！

I am grateful for the opportunity to provide my children, who are in the first year of junior high and sixth grade, with a memorable experience this summer. While I often see where traditional Japanese sweets are made, it was great to personally experience that it truly requires the skills of a craftsman. The COVID-19 measures were properly implemented, creating a safe and secure environment, and the kind and thorough explanations allowed the children to have an enjoyable time. During our visit, we coincidentally encountered a beautiful geisha leaving, and we talked about wanting to try a geisha experience next time as we headed home. The sweets we made were intended as a souvenir for their grandmother, so we brought them home without eating any. It was also convenient to get there, just one station away from Kyoto Station by subway. The children were very satisfied, and it was an experience we would definitely like to do again. Thank you very much!

中1と小6の子供達に、この夏唯一思い出に残る体験をさせて頂いて感謝します。よく和菓子を作る所を見ますが実際はやっぱりコツがいる職人さんの仕事なんだと身を持って体感でき良かったです。コロナの対策もきちんとされており安全安心な環境の中、優しく、丁寧な説明をして頂いて、子供達も楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。行った時に、偶然、綺麗な舞妓さんが帰られる所に遭遇し、次は舞妓さんの体験をしたいねと言いながら帰路につきました。作った和菓子はお祖母ちゃんのお土産にしたいと言ったので食べずに、持ち帰りました。京都駅から地下鉄で一駅で行きやすいのも良かったです。子供達も大満足で、又是非お願いしたい体験でした。ありがとうございました!

Since it was early in the morning, we were the only participants. The instructor was wearing a face shield and a mask, taking proper precautions, and there was hand sanitizer at the entrance. I felt safe while creating.
We made hibiscus and sunflowers. It felt a bit challenging, but it was very enjoyable, and the teaching was incredibly thorough, making it a fun experience.
In addition to the wagashi experience, there was also an opportunity to participate in an experience with a maiko, so I definitely want to join that next time! Thank you very much.

朝早かったので、わたし達のみの参加でした。教えてくれる方は、フェイスシールドとマスクをして、対策をしっかりしていて入り口には消毒もありました。安心して作ることができました。
ハイビスカスとひまわりを作りました。少し難しく感じましたが、とても楽しかったですし、教え方も凄く丁寧で楽しく参加できました。
和菓子体験の他には、舞妓さんと一緒にできる体験もありましたので、是非次回はそちらを参加したいと思います！！ありがとうございました。

We wanted to experience something truly Kyoto-like, so we used this service as a couple. The staff taught us with great care, and we had a wonderful time together! I really enjoyed the detailed work since I love it, but my husband, who struggles with fine tasks, had a tough time throughout. (laughs)

It seems that the seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) flowers change, and during this time, the sunflowers were cute and summery!

At the end of the experience, we enjoyed them deliciously with matcha! Due to thorough ventilation measures for infection control, it was a bit hot.

京都らしいことがしたく、夫婦で利用させていただきました。丁寧に教えていただき、二人で楽しい時間が過ごせました！細かい作業が好きな私にはとても面白かったですが、細かい作業が苦手な旦那は終始苦戦していました。笑
季節によって和菓子のお花が変わるようで、この時期はひまわりが夏らしく可愛かったです！
体験の最後はお抹茶と一緒に美味しくいただきました！
感染対策で換気を徹底されていたこともあり、少し暑かったです。

After finally arriving at the store under the hot sun, the staff warmly welcomed me. I had a very enjoyable time. The wagashi (Japanese sweets) involved simple tasks, but since it's something I don't usually do, it was a refreshing experience. The flower-shaped wagashi was very cute, and as I personally love flowers, I was delighted. After preparing the tea, the staff stepped away while I enjoyed the sweets, which allowed me to eat without feeling awkward. Their thoughtfulness was wonderful. It was fun, delicious, and a great experience overall. When I visit Kyoto again, I would like to enjoy different wagashi in a different season.

暑い炎天下の元、お店にやっとたどり着くとお姉さんが温かく迎えてくださいました。
とても楽しく、過ごせました。
和菓子は簡単な作業のものですが、普段することのないものなので新鮮な体験ができました。
またお花の和菓子でとても可愛らしく、個人的に花も好きですので、嬉しかったです。
お茶を立てた後、和菓子とともに食べる時はお姉さんが席を外してくれたため気を遣わずにお菓子を食べることが出来て、気遣いをしてくださるところも素敵でした。楽しいし、美味しいしとても良かったです。また京都に行く際は季節を変えて、違う和菓子を楽しみたいです。

I looked into experiences for elementary school children and utilized the nerikiri and tea ceremony experience at "Japanese Culture Experience An."

The process moved along at a good pace, but the steps were easy to understand, allowing us to make nerikiri for the first time.

Even the younger children, despite being a bit clumsy, worked hard to create their own nerikiri and were very satisfied with the deliciousness of what they made.

For children who want to take their time and create something similar to the example, the pace might be a bit fast, but for elementary school students, the speed was just right, and they were able to shape their creations, making it a great introductory experience to spark their interest.

Despite having made a reservation quite early, the response was very prompt, which allowed us to leisurely explore Kiyomizu Temple and Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka at a pace suitable for the children's small feet, even with a baby who sleeps at 7 PM.

I was told that different shapes can be made at different times of the year, so I would like to utilize this experience again. Thank you very much for today.

小学中学年と低学年の子になにか体験をさせたいと調べていて『日本文化体験 庵an』さんの練りきりとお点前体験を利用させて頂きました。

とてもテンポよく、次々に手順は進んでいくものの、作り方は分かりやすく、初めての練りきりを作ることが出来ました。

低学年の子供も不器用ながら、一生懸命自分なりの練りきりを作って、自分で作ったものを食べてその美味しさにとても満足していました。

ゆっくり、自分のペースで手本と同じようなものを作りたい子には少しテンポが早いかもしれませんが、小学中学年の子は同じスピードでも、形になっていたので、興味を持ってもらうための掴みの体験にはとてもよかったです。

時間もとても早く予約したのにも関わらず、対応して頂けたので、お陰様で、睡眠が19時の乳児がいて行動できる時間が短くても、清水寺と三年坂二年坂を休み休みゆっくりと子供の足でもみてまわることができました。

時期が違うとまた他の形も作ることが出来るとの事でしたのでまた、利用させて頂きたいと思います。本日はありがとうございました。

I had a reservation for 14:30, but when I arrived around 14:00, I was told at the entrance to "please wait until your time." There weren't any cafes or places to sit nearby, so I recommend arriving as close to your reservation time as possible.

Inside, we were guided in groups, and on the table, there were samples of what we would be making today along with introductions to the flowers. The samples looked a bit rough (I realized after making my own that I wasn't as skilled as I thought, so I apologize for that).

They also provided vinyl gloves, so I didn't have to worry much about hygiene. The pace of the explanations was faster than I expected, but if you overthink things, you probably won't have enough time, so I think the timing was just right.

My finished product looked quite ugly at first glance, but it was manageable with the right photo angle. After that, I was taught how to prepare matcha and how to enjoy the sweets, and the experience concluded. It was about an hour-long experience, and I had fun making things.

14:30からの予約をしていたですが、14:00頃につくと入り口で「時間までお待ちください」とのこと、周りにはカフェや少しだけ座れるところがないのでできるだけ時間ギリギリにいかれることをお勧めします。
中ではグループごとに案内され、机の上には道具以外に本日作る見本とお花の紹介が置いてありました。少し見本が雑な感じがしました(作った後にわかるのですが、見本をバカにするくらい自分は器用ではなかったです。すみません)。
ビニル手袋も配ってもらえ、衛生上はあまり心配いらなかったです。
説明のテンポは思ったより早かったですが、いちいち考えてこだわるとたぶん時間が足りないので、いいくらいの時間だったと思います。
自分の出来上がったものはそのままで見るとすごく不細工に見えましたが、写真の角度でカバーできるほどでした。
そのあと、お抹茶の立て方と、お菓子のいただき方も教えてもらい、体験終了。
小一時間くらいの体験で、楽しめて作れました。

This is a classroom located just behind Heian Shrine, in the Craft Center. I arrived in the early afternoon and had a lunch bento (a Kyoto-style, charming lunch) at the café on the first floor, which was being offered by the hall. The class started at 2:30 PM, and when I went to the venue on the third floor, I was the only participant. First, the instructor handed me two scent bags (large and small). Then, I learned about the history of scent bags and directly smelled three types of incense chips, which I mixed in my preferred ratio to create my own scent in the larger bag. The smaller bag was made with a different ratio than the larger one. Both bags turned out to be pleasantly strong scent bags. The entire process took about 40 minutes. On my way home, I placed the scent bags in a plastic bag, but even so, the fragrance wafted around my bag.

丁度平安神宮の裏手にある、クラフトセンターにある教室です。昼過ぎに到着したので、会館の喫茶が売り出しているランチ弁当（京風であり趣のあるランチです）を一階の喫茶にて食べた。教室の開始は14時30分、3階の会場へ行くと、参加者は私一人のみであった。最初に先生より、二個の匂い袋（大小）をわたされた。次いで匂い袋の歴史などを教えてもらい、直接三種の香チップを嗅いで、大きめの匂い袋に好きな割合で入れて自分好みを作った。小さめの匂い袋には大きめとは違う割合で作る。いずれの袋も心地よい、凄い強めの匂い袋が完成した。これまでの時間は40分程度であった。帰路、匂い袋をビニール袋に入れて移動したが、それでも鞄の中より香が付近に漂っていた。

We participated as a couple and it was very polite, easy to understand, and kind. I'm glad we did it and we enjoyed it. If we come to Kyoto again, I would like to try other plans as well. They also have strong COVID-19 measures in place. I think it would be better if the location was explained a bit more clearly. We were able to experience matcha as well. It was more difficult than I expected, but I think it was a valuable experience. I believe it would be even better if there were more various experience menus. The prices are also reasonable, so I definitely want to recommend it.

夫婦で参加^_^とても丁寧で、わかりやすく、親切で、やってよかったです。楽しめました。また、京都にきたら、他のプランも体験してみたいです。コロナ対策もしっかりとれてます。場所がもう少しわかりやすい説明だとよいと思います。抹茶も体験できました。思ったより難しかったですが、貴重な体験ができたと思います^_^
他にもいろんな体験メニューがあるとよりよいと思います。値段も安いですし、ぜひオススメしたいです

It was my first experience making wagashi, and I think I did well thanks to the careful instruction. The taste was also very delicious. However, although it was advertised as a plan that included a tea ceremony experience, it seems that my reservation was only for the wagashi-making experience, which resulted in additional charges on-site. I checked my reservation later, and it indeed stated that it included the tea ceremony experience, so I feel I paid extra, which was a bit disappointing. I think it would have been better if the plan details were clearly explained. But it was fun, so I recommend it.

(Added on 2020/7/31)
Regarding the additional charges, I was contacted after posting my review, and they promptly handled the refund. Thank you for your quick and courteous response.

はじめての和菓子作り体験でしたが、丁寧に教えてくださり、上手にできたと思います。
味もとっても美味しかったです。
ただ、お点前体験付きプランと書いてあったのに、和菓子作り体験のみの予約となっていたようで、現地で追加料金がかかってしまいました。
あとで予約確認しましたが、やはりお点前体験付きと書いてあり、余分に料金を支払ったのではないかと思い、そこは少し残念でした…。
プラン内容について、分かりやすく書いていただければ良かったと思います。
でも楽しかったのでおすすめです。

(2020/7/31追記)
追加料金について、口コミ投稿後にご連絡いただき、すぐに返金のご対応をしていただけました。
早急で丁寧なご対応、ありがとうございました。

The pace was a bit fast, so I didn't have time to fix my mistakes, but I enjoyed the gentle guidance! My creation turned out a bit different from the sample, but I think it has its own charm. I also got to make seasonal wagashi, which were very cute! There were various tools available, and I appreciated the detailed instructions. We took photos, and being able to eat what we made created wonderful memories.

ちょっと進むスピードが早かったので失敗を直す時間がなかったですけど優しく指導して頂いて楽しかったです！歪なかたちになって見本とは少し違う感じになりました笑でもそれはそれで味があるとおもいます
和菓子も季節を意識された和菓子を作らせてもらいました！
とても可愛いかったです！
いろんな道具もあって細かく教えていただけて良かったです。
写真もとって、その場で食べられてとてもいい思い出になりました。

I invited my sister to participate because I wanted my 5-year-old child to experience it. The explanations were gentle and thorough, making it enjoyable. My child wasn't fond of wagashi, so the two of us made one serving (two pieces), but I was surprised that my son ate both pieces. I had a little as well, and it was very delicious. The matcha we ordered additionally was elegant and extremely tasty. I recommend this to anyone considering participating. Next time, I plan to invite my husband and mother as well.

５歳の子供に体験させたく、妹を誘い参加して来ました。
優しく丁寧な説明で、楽しく出来ました。
子供は和菓子が苦手だったので、私と2人で1人分(2個)作りましたが息子が2個ともほとんど食べてしまい驚きでした。
私も少し頂きましたが、とても美味しかったです。
追加で頼んだ、立たてのお抹茶も上品で大変美味しかったです。
参加される方に、お勧めします。
今度は、夫や母も誘って行こうと思います。

It was great to have a 30-minute experience without needing to bring anything. There was one instructor and two assistants. The participants were all women in their teens to twenties. If you want to take home what you made, there’s an additional 100 yen for a take-home bag, and for those who want to eat on-site, you can get matcha for 500 yen if you wish. I recommend this for those who want a short experience, but if you have more time, I think the course where you can see the artisans at work would be more satisfying.

開始から終了まで30分、手ぶらで体験できたのはとても良かったです。
教えてくださるのはインストラクター1名と補助で2名。参加者は10-20代の女性ばかりでした。
作ったものを持ち帰る場合は別途持ち帰り袋が100円、その場で食べる人は希望すれば500円でお抹茶がつけれるようです。
短時間で体験したい方にはおすすめですが、時間のある方は職人さんの手作業が見れるコースの方が満足度が高いかなと思いました。