[Hokkaido | Kamikawa] Traditional Daifuku-Making Experience – Learn from a Wagashi Artisan

Visit a beloved local wagashi shop in Kamikawa, Hokkaido, and discover the art of making traditional Japanese sweets with an experienced confectionery artisan.

Using locally grown glutinous rice, you’ll learn how to make two classic treats—Ohagi and Daifuku. From shaping the soft rice dough to carefully assembling each sweet, you’ll experience the craftsmanship and attention to detail that make wagashi an important part of Japanese food culture.

There’s nothing quite like tasting freshly made daifuku while it’s still soft and delicate. After the workshop, enjoy the shop’s signature lunch and savor the authentic flavors of Hokkaido in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Take home not only your handmade sweets but also a deeper appreciation for Japan’s rich culinary traditions.

Meet your wagashi artisan at the shop for an introduction to traditional Japanese confectionery and the day’s workshop.

Begin by making Ohagi, a classic rice sweet, before learning the techniques used to shape and fill fresh Daifuku. Along the way, discover the unique texture and flavor of locally grown glutinous rice and the care that goes into every handmade sweet.

After the workshop, sit down to enjoy the shop’s signature lunch along with the wagashi you’ve just created.

Relax, chat with the artisan if you’d like, and take photos to remember your experience before heading home with delicious memories of Hokkaido.

Your experience concludes at the wagashi shop. Thank you for joining us, and we hope you enjoyed discovering the flavors and traditions of Japanese confectionery.