[熊本] Even Kiyomasa would be surprised! A delicious experience making three-colored Ikinari Dango, a traditional sweet

• # 1. Indoor Experience Unaffected by Weather
• Enjoy this indoor experience without worrying about rain or extreme heat, making it easy to plan your trip.
• ,# 2. Create Your Own Original Dumplings
• Choose the color of the dough (matcha, purple, or orange) and the filling (red bean paste or cream cheese) to create cute mini dumplings. It's fun to think about the combinations!
• ,# 3. Carefully Selected Kumamoto and Aso Ingredients
• Made with plenty of local Aso and Kumamoto blessings, from rice flour and wheat flour to the main ingredient, sweet potatoes.
• ,# 4. Easy for All Ages, Even First-Timers!
• Simple process that anyone from small children to the elderly can easily enjoy. Perfect for three-generation travel.
• ,# 5. Shape Your Travel Memories! Enjoy Taking Photos
• Wear a quaint Japanese apron and take a commemorative photo with the dumplings you made! We will also give you photo data taken by our staff.

# **What is "Ikinari Dango," a Local Sweet of Kumamoto?** Enjoy a hands-on experience making "Ikinari Dango," a traditional Kumamoto sweet made with plenty of local Aso ingredients! The charm lies in its simple flavor, made by wrapping sweet potatoes and red bean paste in dough and steaming it. It is derived from the Kumamoto dialect word "ikinari" (= easily, quickly) and has long been popular as a treat for unexpected guests. According to one theory, it is a historical sweet that has been eaten since the time of Kiyomasa Kato, famous for Kumamoto Castle, in the Edo period. The fluffy texture and freshly steamed aroma are exceptional! Why not create travel memories with colorful, modern-style Ikinari Dango? ## [Options] ・Costume rental (aprons, cooking smocks, etc.) ## [Experience Flow] 1. Reception/Introduction: Hand washing, apron wearing, introduction of ingredients & cooking process 2. Making Mochi Flour: Grind mochi rice into flour using a mortar 3. Making Dough: Knead wheat flour, mochi flour, etc.,