2-Day 1-Night Traditional Tochimochi Making Experience with Local Grandmothers

About this event

This 2-day, 1-night program lets you experience making traditional tochimochi (horse chestnut rice cakes) handed down through generations alongside the cheerful grandmothers of Showa Village. You can encounter authentic flavors and techniques unique to the deep-mountain village of Showa that cannot be bought in supermarkets. While enjoying the sensation of kneading dough rich in horse chestnut flavor, the sound of pounding mochi, and the nostalgic aroma rising with the steam, you can taste freshly made tochimochi right on the spot. Lunch (a light meal) is also provided, and warm interaction with the grandmothers is one of the highlights. You can also take home mochi as souvenirs, making it ideal as a gift for loved ones. Beginners from children to adults are very welcome, and it is recommended for anyone who wants to experience village life in Showa, those considering relocation, or those seeking an authentic rural experience. Your guides are a friendly trio of grandmothers who value enjoying life.

Venue

Showa Village Health, Medical and Welfare Integrated Center Sumireso

1836 Ishibotoke, Konakatsugawa, Showa-mura, Onuma-gun, Fukushima 968-0104