Join a workshop at Fukushichimi, a hidden gem in Little Edo (Kawagoe), to craft your own blend of Shichimi (Seven Spice). Learn about the history of Shichimi, originally used as medicine, and discover the unique properties of Japanese ingredients like Sansho (Japanese pepper), Yuzu (citrus), and hemp seeds.
Blend the flavors to suit your palate, using professional tools like a mortar and pestle to release the aroma and pack it into a high-quality container. Learn about the historical context of spice as medicine, linked to the Seven Lucky Gods and Chinese medicine, and why it became popular in the Edo period.
Get tips on modern food pairings, like using your blend on popcorn, french fries,...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snacks
Modern food pairing tips
1-hour Shichimi blending workshop
Professional tools (mortar and pestle)
High-quality container for your blend
History and properties of Japanese ingredients
Meeting Points
Departure
【七味づくり体験/七味専門店】川越 福七味
Meeting point: Kawagoe Fukushichimi (shichimi shop), Koedo Yokocho, Motomachi 2-1-3, Kawagoe.
Nearest station: Hon-Kawagoe Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line).
Walk about 15 min toward Kurazukuri Street / Koedo Yokocho. Guide waits in front of the building entrance with a signboard.
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Create your own blend of Shichimi spice in a workshop in Kawagoe. Learn about the history of Shichimi, its ingredients, and how to use it in modern dishes.
Kawagoe Shichimi Spice Blending Workshop
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Join a workshop at Fukushichimi, a hidden gem in Little Edo (Kawagoe), to craft your own blend of Shichimi (Seven Spice). Learn about the history of Shichimi, originally used as medicine, and discover the unique properties of Japanese ingredients like Sansho (Japanese pepper), Yuzu (citrus), and hemp seeds.
Blend the flavors to suit your palate, using professional tools like a mortar and pestle to release the aroma and pack it into a high-quality container. Learn about the historical context of spice as medicine, linked to the Seven Lucky Gods and Chinese medicine, and why it became popular in the Edo period.
Get tips on modern food pairings, like using your blend on popcorn, french fries,...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snacks
Modern food pairing tips
1-hour Shichimi blending workshop
Professional tools (mortar and pestle)
High-quality container for your blend
History and properties of Japanese ingredients
Meeting Points
Departure
【七味づくり体験/七味専門店】川越 福七味
Meeting point: Kawagoe Fukushichimi (shichimi shop), Koedo Yokocho, Motomachi 2-1-3, Kawagoe.
Nearest station: Hon-Kawagoe Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line).
Walk about 15 min toward Kurazukuri Street / Koedo Yokocho. Guide waits in front of the building entrance with a signboard.
