The Wagashi Masterclass
Discover wagashi—the Japanese art of transforming confectionery into delicate expressions of flowers, seasons and nature. Learn directly from international instructor Doris in a hands-on Zurich masterclass designed for complete beginners and experienced makers alike.
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This weekend is for you if…
- You love Japanese craft but have only ever tasted wagashi — never made it.
- You want a skill in your hands, not another passive workshop.
- You'd rather learn from a master once than from videos forever.
No experience needed. Every step is demonstrated, then done with your own hands. Everything is provided.
Meet Doris
Doris is the founder of Malaysia Cooking Academy. This October, she comes to Zurich to personally guide participants through the delicate art and precise techniques of Japanese Wagashi.
The weekend, day by day
Five Level 1 designs · two Level 2 sets · one Master Clinic. Every session teaches something different.
FridayOctober 16 · 2 sessions · Level 1
SaturdayOctober 17 · 3 sessions · Levels 1 & 2
SundayOctober 18 · 2 sessions + optional release
The 3-Day Wagashi Mastery Path
Complete all three levels across one weekend, progressing from wagashi foundations to advanced Nerikiri and bean-paste preparation.
Your fixed 3-day schedule:
Friday, 16 October — Level 1 (2.5 hours)
Choose one session: 14:00 or 18:30
Saturday, 17 October — Level 2 (4 hours)
Fixed session: 17:30
Sunday, 18 October — Level 3 (4.5 hours)
Fixed session: 17:30
How to book: Select your preferred Friday time, then select the Saturday 17:30 and Sunday 17:30 sessions. You must select three time slots in total to complete your booking.
The CHF 650 package includes all three levels, 11 hours of hands-on instruction, written recipes, a professional wagashi tool kit and guided tea pairings.
Important: You attend only one Friday session. The Saturday and Sunday sessions are fixed and included in the package.
Everything you may wonder
Do I need any experience?
No. Level 1 assumes you have never touched mochi dough. Every technique is demonstrated by Doris first, then done with your own hands at your station.
Are the sessions all the same?
No — every Level 1 session teaches a different design (five across the weekend), and the two Level 2 sessions build different sets. Attend several without repeating a piece.
Do I get the recipes?
Yes. Every level includes the complete written recipes for everything you make — quantities, timings, and Doris's notes.
What is the Wagashi Kit and who receives it?
The tools and starter ingredients to continue the craft at home. Included for Level 3 participants and everyone on the Complete Path. Not sold separately.
What should I bring or wear?
Nothing. Tools, ingredients, and an apron are provided. Comfortable clothes; long hair tied back; clean, short fingernails.
I have a dietary restriction — can I take part?
Wagashi is naturally plant-based and gluten-free: rice, azuki beans, sugar, seasonal ingredients. Specific allergy? Write to us before booking.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
Seats can be moved to another session (subject to availability) up to 7 days before. Bookings are non-refundable. You may transfer your seat to another person anytime. Doors close 10 minutes after start.
Can I gift a seat?
Yes — write 'gift' in the order note and we'll send a printable invitation, or contact us for an open voucher.
A quiet room in Zurich
Address
KochRaum by Sabrina
Baslerstrasse 73
CH-8048 Zürich
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Getting there
From Zürich HB, take a direct train to Zürich Altstetten. The venue is approximately a 10-minute walk from the station.
On arrival
Doors open 15 minutes before each session. Tea is served as you arrive.
Contact
info@kteashop.com
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No experience needed for Level 1. Everything is provided — tools, apron, ingredients. Doors open 15 minutes before; tea is served as you arrive.