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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Celebrate Easter this holiday with a fun and creative hands-on wagashi workshop designed for kids aged 7 and up! In this hands-on session, young creators will create adorable nerikiri sweets (Japanese bean sweets) inspired by Easter Aussie style—an adorable rabbit and a delicate chrysanthemum. Guided by Wendy, a skilled wagashi instructor, kids will learn simple traditional techniques to shape and decorate these charming confections, bringing their edible art to life.This fun and interactive workshop is perfect for beginners, offering a creative way to explore Japanese confectionery while celebrating the holiday season. Each child will take home their own handcrafted sweets to share and enjoy!Nerikiri wagashi is a traditional Japanese confectionery renowned for its intricate designs and delicate flavours. Each piece is meticulously crafted to reflect the changing seasons, festivals, and various elements of nature, showcasing the artistry and cultural heritage of Japan.Workshop Highlights:Introduction to Nerikiri WagashiBegin with a brief overview of nerikiri wagashi.Demonstration and Hands-On PractiseWatch a step-by-step demonstration by Wendy on how to shape and mold nerikiri dough into intricate designs.Learn techniques for texturing and detailing to bring your sweets to life.Final Touches and PresentationLearn how to present your nerikiri sweets beautifully, enhancing their visual appeal.Gain tips on storing and serving nerikiri to maintain their freshness and delicate texture.This Easter-themed wagashi workshop is a fun and creative experience for kids to explore wagashi-making, with parents and guardians welcome to join in the fun! Together, you’ll learn to shape and decorate adorable rabbit and chrysanthemum sweets, making it a perfect holiday activity for families. All materials and tools will be provided, and you’ll take home your handmade treats—along with the skills to try making more at home!Join us and experience the art of Japanese confectionery!About the Instructor:Wendy Lin is the founder of Wasei-an and a Urasenke Tea Instructor. During her intensive Chado training in Kyoto 14 years ago, she discovered a special passion for wagashi making. She received training from Oimatsu Sweets, an esteemed Japanese confectionery store established in 1908 in Kyoto. Wendy continues to make seasonal sweets for her tea classes weekly. With the recent increase in interest in Japanese wagashi sweets among the general public, she wishes to impart the joy and art of wagashi making to others, sharing the delight of the changing seasons through these beautiful confections.Allergies:Wagashi contains white beans, red beans, rice, black sesame, syrup and food colouringHousekeeping:Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the workshop's scheduled start time, as we are unable to accommodate latecomers.
Wasei-an | Experience the Japanese Way of Tea Wasei-an is a Japanese cultural tea space where we introduce Chadō, the Way of Tea. In addition to weekly in-depth tea lessons, we also share the beauty of Japanese tea culture with everyone! Whether you’re a tea enthusiast or simply curious about matcha, our community-focused workshops provide a welcoming space to learn, taste, and experience tea traditions in a relaxed and enjoyable way.We offer a diverse range of workshops beyond tea preparation, including wagashi-making, matcha essentials, and introductory tea sessions—perfect for beginners and tea lovers alike!Come whisk, sip, and explore the world of Japanese tea with us!
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