Create lasting summer memories at Asakusa’s must-try interactive cafe.

The true joy of travel lies in experiences you can have only there, and few things embed themselves in your memory like creating something with your own hands. You can do exactly that at Asakusa’s buzz-worthy “Food Sample Making Cafe,” where liquid wax and vibrant pigments are transformed into mouth-watering food samples.

Visitors’ first reaction is always amazement at the realism: jiggly jelly, a parfait bursting with juicy fruit, a bowl of ramen so convincing you can almost see the steam. From the first pour to the final glossy finish, you do every step. The menu changes with the seasons—summer-exclusive ice creams and parfaits, the ever-popular tempura sample, cute dessert magnets, and more. Friendly instructors guide you step by step, with clear English support, so beginners, families, couples, and solo travellers alike can join with confidence.

Your finished masterpiece can be displayed at home or given as a souvenir, letting the glow of your trip linger long after you’ve left Tokyo. And because the cafe includes a cozy lounge, you can reward your creative efforts with a drink or sweet treat while soaking in the Instagram-worthy interior and quirky displays.

In a city steeped in tradition,add a playful twist to your Asakusa itinerary: don’t just buy a keepsake—craft one, and carry a piece of summer from Tokyo back with you wherever you go.