Matcha Making Class in Osaka: Learn & Taste with Sweets

Whisk matcha the traditional way, then taste it with authentic Japanese sweets

A matcha making class in Osaka near Dotonbori where you learn to prepare traditional matcha green tea hands-on with an English-speaking instructor, then enjoy it with two types of Japanese sweets. No prior experience is required. The class runs about an hour and welcomes solo travelers and groups alike.

The experience

You'll spend roughly an hour learning to whisk matcha the way it's done in Japan. An English-speaking instructor walks you through each step in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting: no culinary background needed. The focus is on the ritual itself: how the tea is prepared, how the bowl and whisk work together, and what makes the flavor come alive when it's done right. By the end, you'll have made matcha you can actually drink.

The class sits near Dotonbori, the neighborhood packed with food stalls and energy that defines Osaka's food culture. After you've whisked your tea, you taste it alongside two types of Japanese sweets that are made to pair with matcha's earthy richness. The combination is the point: the sweets cut through the tea's intensity and the tea balances the sweetness. You'll have time to take photos and sit with the experience before you leave.

This is a two-time review sites "Best of the Best" award winner, and the travelers who book it come from Europe, North America, and Australia. Groups and solo guests both show up. The instructor adjusts to whoever's in the room. It's the kind of thing that sounds like a tourist activity until you're actually doing it, and then it becomes the moment you remember from the whole trip.

What’s included

• Matcha tea and two types of Japanese sweets.
• English-speaking instructor.
• hands-on guidance through the matcha preparation process.

Information

Lasts 1h, runs every day, 8 start times, from JP¥ 3,300 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 6 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 and 17:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (4 to 90 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Pets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sushi Making Tokyo Cooking Class in Japan

Is this one for you?Book this class if you want to actually make something with your hands instead of just watching. You'll leave with the skill to whisk matcha and the memory of tasting it the way it's meant to be.

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Top questions

Do I need to know how to make matcha before I book this class?

No experience is required at all. The matcha making class is designed for beginners, and the English-speaking instructor guides you through every step from the start. You'll learn the traditional method as you go.

What exactly do I make and taste during the class?

You'll prepare traditional matcha green tea by hand using a whisk and bowl, learning the technique as you work. Then you taste the matcha you've made alongside two types of Japanese sweets that complement its flavor.

How long does the matcha class take?

The class runs for about an hour, which gives you time to learn the steps, make your tea, taste it with sweets, and take photos without feeling rushed.

Where exactly in Osaka is this class located?

The class is located near Dotonbori, the lively neighborhood in central Osaka known for its food culture and energy. Public transportation options are available nearby to reach it.

Can I come alone, or is this class only for groups?

Both solo travelers and groups are welcome. The instructor works with whoever shows up, whether that's one person or several, so you'll feel comfortable either way.