A Feast for the Senses: What to Expect
The festival is divided into two main areas: the 1st floor, dedicated to sweets sales, and the 3rd floor, which hosts engaging workshops. Imagine strolling through a bustling hall, the air filled with the delicate aromas of freshly baked goods and natural sweetness, as you discover beautifully crafted chocolates, cookies, and puddings.
Hands-On Sweet Creations: The Flower Ohagi Workshop
For those eager to get creative, a special workshop titled “Hajimete no Hana Ohagi Zukuri” (First-time Flower Ohagi Making) will be held. Participants can learn to create visually stunning “Hana Ohagi” (flower-shaped Japanese rice cakes) using natural pigments. The workshop, led by Akari Saito of Wagashi Class SHIRO, offers an introduction to traditional Japanese confectionery, blending foundational knowledge with a fun, hands-on experience.
Workshop Details:
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Date & Time: February 11 (Wednesday, holiday), 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Capacity: 10 participants
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Participation Fee: 3,000 yen (tax included)
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Content: Lecture on Hana Ohagi, hands-on making session
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Instructor: Akari Saito (Wagashi Class SHIRO)
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Registration: Available at OREC green lab Fukuoka or via their official website.
To make the experience even sweeter, attendees can receive a 50-yen discount on drinks when purchasing both sweets and a drink, simply by presenting an official LINE coupon. This offer can be utilized multiple times throughout the event period.
The Venue: OREC green lab Fukuoka
OREC green lab Fukuoka provides a bright and inviting space for this unique event, combining modern design with natural elements.
Location Information:
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Store Name: OREC green lab Fukuoka
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Address: 1-13-1 Akasaka, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
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Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Closed: Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays (Note: Open on Feb 11 during the event period)
This festival truly embodies the spirit of “gaman shinai sweets,” inviting everyone to explore the joy of healthful indulgence without compromise. It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover that deliciousness and health can indeed go hand-in-hand.
As the world increasingly embraces conscious eating, events like the Guilt-Free Sweets Fest are poised to influence not just local tastes but also broader trends in ‘kawaii’ (cute) and healthy food culture abroad. The integration of traditional Japanese aesthetics, like the Hana Ohagi, with modern health consciousness, presents an exciting future for sweets that are as good for the body as they are for the soul.
