Miso-Making Experience with Refreshing Amazake Dessert (Vegan-Friendly)

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Let’s make miso together in Tokyo, an essential part of Japanese cuisine. With careful explanations, beginners can join with confidence. After making miso, relax with a refreshing amazake yogurt dessert—a fun and healthy cultural experience.

Enjoy a 1.5-hour class at a convenient Tokyo location — perfect for busy travelers.

While you’re in Japan, why not learn how to make miso in a way that is healthy, delicious, and fun? In this class, the certified instructor carefully teaches you easy tips so you can make miso at home as well.

Note:

• The miso made in the class requires about six months of fermentation. You can reach out to us with any questions during this time.
• If you prefer a vegan option, please let us know in advance. Soy milk yogurt will be provided. Also, please mention if you have any food allergies.
• Participants aged 6 and up are charged the adult rate. Children aged 5 and under may attend for free but cannot take home the 500g of miso.

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• Hands-On Miso Making Experience

Learn to prepare traditional Japanese miso from scratch with step-by-step guidance and practical fermentation tips.

• Three Varieties of Miso Soup Tasting

Taste three different regional Japanese miso soups and discover their unique flavors and characteristics.

• Amazake Yogurt Dessert

A refreshing yogurt dessert made with naturally sweet amazake (fermented rice drink).

• Green Tea

Enjoy a soothing cup of Japanese green tea during the session.

• Miso Lecture & Educational Materials

An informative introduction covering the basics of miso, its history, health benefits, and fermentation process. Includes handout materials to support your learning at home.

Note:

Availability of the class is between mid Sep and May.

• Question support during the fermentation period, up to 1 year (group sessions may be offered).
• Approximately 500g of miso made during the class
• Homemade miso may not be allowed to be brought into some countries due to customs regulations. We recommend checking your local import rules in advance. The miso will be sealed carefully for travel. 

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Welcome Tea & Introduction to Koji
Begin the class with a relaxing cup of tea while learning about koji, the essential ingredient behind many traditional Japanese fermented foods. Discover the history of miso and its health benefits.

Regional Miso Soup Tasting
Enjoy a tasting of three different miso soups made with regional Japanese miso varieties, and explore their unique flavors and characteristics.

Hands-On Miso Making
Create your own miso from scratch with step-by-step guidance. Learn important techniques, key fermentation tips, and practical knowledge to successfully make miso at home.

Amazake Dessert & Relaxation
End the experience on a sweet note with a refreshing yogurt dessert made with amazake, a naturally sweet fermented rice drink.