Discover the charm of Japanese culinary culture through hands-on experiences.
At Terakoya NINJA, you’ll don a rare Oshima Tsumugi haori and immerse yourself in a special experience that engages all five senses in the beauty of Japanese culinary culture.
Create delicate and beautiful nerikiri sweets, and learn to make onigiri and temaki sushi—beloved symbols of Japanese home cooking—while discovering the harmony of flavor, artistry, and tradition.
About Oshima Tsumugi
Oshima Tsumugi is a world-renowned silk textile from Amami Oshima, celebrated for its mud-dyeing technique, intricate kasuri patterns, and light, supple texture.
Wearing this exquisite fabric adds an elegant touch, making it ideal for memorable photos and a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Making Nerikiri(Wagashi)
Experience crafting nerikiri, the delicate sweet served in tea ceremonies, while enjoying freshly whisked matcha in a serene tatami room.
Learn about the rich history of the tea ceremony, guided by an experienced host who will introduce you to the beauty and tradition of this timeless art.
・The experience takes about 60 minutes.
Making hand-rolled sushi & Onigiri
At Terakoya NINJA, you can enjoy making two types of rice balls and one type of hand-rolled sushi using ingredients loved around the world.
It’s a fun and easy way to experience authentic Japanese home-style cooking.
Gluten-free, Halal, Kosher, and Pescatarian options are available.
・The experience takes about 60 minutes.
We also accept group reservations.
For groups of 21 or more, please contact us here
茶道とは
日本の茶道、または「茶の湯」は、調和、敬意、清らかさ、静けさを体現する奥深い文化的伝統です。このガイドでは、茶道の歴史、哲学、慣習を探求しながら、茶道の包括的な概要を説明します。一期一会（二度とない瞬間を大切にする）の重要性を理解することから、適切なお作法と関連する道具を学ぶことまで、この時代を超えた芸術形式のあらゆる側面について理解を深めることができます。有名な茶室、お茶を点てる瞑想的な側面、利休百首の詩的な知恵に興味があるかどうかにかかわらず、このガイドは日本の茶文化の美しさと奥深さを体験するための入り口となります。
1. Making the Cherry Blossom Petals
Wrap koshian (smooth red bean paste) in pink-colored white bean paste.
Use a toothpick to draw five vertical lines on the sides to create the appearance of cherry blossom petals.
2. Making the Stamens
Press yellow-colored white bean paste through a fine sieve to make the stamens.
Place the stamens on top of the cherry blossom petals, and your sakura nerikiri is complete.
About Koboji Temple
Koboji Temple was originally established in 816 by the great Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi Kukai as a sacred place for Buddhist chanting when he founded Mount Koya in Wakayama.
After a major renovation in 2014, the temple was beautifully reborn into its current form.
Today, within its serene grounds, you can experience various aspects of traditional Japanese culture in an authentic 24-mat tatami room—where history, tranquility, and beauty come together.
