Pound and Taste Japan’s Spirit with Rice Cake Making in Nagoya

Highlights ・Try traditional mochi pounding with wooden mallet and mortar ・Feel the festive rhythm of this time-honored celebration ・Enjoy freshly prepared mochi in two Japanese flavors at a historic café ・Share a warm cultural moment in a nostalgic neighborhood Tour Overview Join a hands-on mochi pounding experience in Nagoya’s Endoji Shopping Street, a tradition often celebrated during the New Year. Guided by friendly hosts, you’ll pound steamed rice in a wooden mortar, working in rhythm and unison just as generations have done. The lively atmosphere is filled with teamwork, laughter, and festive spirit. Afterward, step into NAGONOYA café, a retro landmark, to savor mochi prepared in two distinct Japanese flavors along with a refreshing drink. This short but memorable experience is more than food—it’s a celebration of tradition, togetherness, and Japan’s warm hospitality.

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   Celebrate the heart of Japanese tradition with a hands-on rice cake making (mochi pounding) experience in Nagoya’s charming Endoji Shopping Street.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The minimum age to participate is 7 years old
• A Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, or Korean-speaking guide may be available. Please contact the supplier in advance to check availability.

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