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Learn the art of bento making with our expert-led cooking classes. Perfect for all skill levels, create your own delicious and visually appealing meals.
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KYOTO

Bento Making Class in Kyoto

Learn about the essential components of washoku (Japanese cuisine) during this bento making class in Kyoto. Make a balanced meal of six different dishes including tempura, teriyaki chicken, and miso soup, with your friendly cooking teacher.

from¥10,300
(13)
With green tea
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OSAKA

Traditional Bento Making Class in Osaka

Join this hands-on bento making class in Osaka and learn how to prepare Japanese ingredients like fish, vegetables, and rice into an exquisite, balanced meal that’s artistically arranged in a bento box. It’s colorful, nutritious, and delicious!

from¥12,100
(4)
Near station
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TOKYO

Kyaraben Cartoon Character Bento Making Class

These kawaii cartoon character bentos are as cute as they are delicious! Learn classic Japanese cooking techniques and recipes like tamagoyaki, and put together a tasty and balanced packed bento box that’ll be the envy of the lunch crowd.

from¥12,000
(2)
Free drinks
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TOKYO

Teishoku Cooking Class in Shinjuku (Five Meal Options)

Cook your own teishoku meal set at Chieko’s kitchen in central Tokyo. Choose your favorite menu and venture into Japanese home cooking: sushi, tamagoyaki, onigiri, and more!

from¥11,500
(4)
Rain or shine
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TOKYO

Online Cooking Class: Cute Character Bento Making Class

Think outside the (bento) box during this fun online cooking class! Using easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll make an adorable themed bento featuring cartoon characters. These packed lunch boxes are as cute as they are delicious.

from¥3,000
Online
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FUKUOKA

Onigiri Bento Making Class in a Fukuoka Home

Delicious and adorably presented bento are a treat for the eyes and the tastebuds. During this bento making class in Fukuoka, join your cooking instructor in their home kitchen, for an onigiri (rice ball) party!

from¥7,500
(2)
With recipe
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KANAGAWA

Rolled Sushi Bento-Making Class at Yoko’s Kamakura Home

A popular coastal town and sightseeing location, Kamakura is just a short train ride from Tokyo. Join Yoko in her Kamakura home and learn how to make makizushi (rolled sushi) and 3-4 side dishes. As a bonus, you’ll also join a calligraphy lesson!

from¥9,600
(1)
Regional food
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TOKYO

Traditional Bento Making Class in Kichijoji (Tokyo)

Make the iconic red-and-black shokado bento guided by a certified instructor with 10 years of overseas teaching experience in this bento-making class in Tokyo’s trendy Kichijoji neighborhood.

from¥10,000
(4)
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Bento Making Class in Tokyo: Prepare a Japanese Lunchbox

Master Japanese home cooking in this bento-making class in Tokyo where you can learn authentic karaage or soboro bento recipes from a local home cook. Take home your very own bento box, complete with chopsticks and a chopstick rest.

from¥18,000
Has a gift
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TOKYO

Cute Character Bento Cooking Class in Shinjuku

Bring pop culture to the kitchen and make your own character bento, known as kyaraben, with a warm and welcoming instructor in Shinjuku. Turn everyday ingredients like rice, vegetables, ham, and eggs into a packed meal that’s almost too cute to eat.

from¥11,000
Rain or shine
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TOKYO

Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki)

Try your hand at Japanese home cooking staples in this cozy cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu area. You’ll cook, steam, fill and shape rice into onigiri rice balls, and learn the authentic way to roll a Japanese-style omelet (tamagoyaki).

from¥7,000
(2)
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Private Character Bento Cooking Class Near Shinjuku Gyoen

A lunch that tastes as good as it looks! In this family-friendly cooking class near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, you’ll make kyaraben — a cute packed lunch inspired by your favorite characters — with a certified cooking instructor.

from¥12,000
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TOKYO

Kawaii “Charaben†Character Bento Cooking Class

Learn how to make kawaii character bentos during this cooking class in Tokyo! Create adorable animal motifs out of rice, seaweed, rolled omelets, sausages, and more. They’re almost too cute to eat!

from¥17,600
With dessert
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Bento-Making at Japan’s Oldest Cooking School

Learn how to make a delicious, authentic Japanese meal and arrange it in your very own bento box! Enjoy this unique and historic cooking experience in the oldest cooking school in Japan, with guidance from cooks with generations of experience.

from¥10,000
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KANAGAWA

Vegetarian Bento-Making Class in Kanagawa

Make a plant-based version of classic Japanese lunch box alongside experienced homecooks. Make vegan karaage, Japanese omelets, onigiri and other Japanese lunch staples. Dive into a healthier lifestyle with this twist on the traditional bento!

from¥13,000
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TOKYO

Tokyo Lunch: Make a Traditional Japanese Bento in Shinagawa

Uncover the secrets to a picture-perfect bento lunch that tastes as good as it looks in this home cooking class with a friendly cooking instructor in Shinagawa. You’ll make Japanese-style fried chicken, onigiri rice balls, rolled omelet and more.

from¥13,000
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TOKYO

Crispy Fried Chicken Bento Cooking Class in Tokyo

Learn to make a colorful and mouth watering packed lunch, Japanese-style! In this class, you'll craft a delicious bento with crispy fried chicken, guided by a friendly local host at her renovated home kitchen.

from¥9,000
With green tea
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I had an incredible time at this cooking class! The chef was so friendly and gave clear, easy-to-follow explanations, making it fun to cook authentic Japanese dishes myself. The recipes felt like genuine home cooking, and the English translation of the entire cooking class was perfect. The experience was both enjoyable and educational—highly recommend for anyone who loves food or Japanese culture!
Lara
November 27, 2024
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Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki)
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This was a fun and interactive presentation of two of Japan's favorite comfort foods, onigiri and tamagoyaki. Admittedly, I'm not the greatest cook, but with their expert guides I was able to make easy and delicious snacks. I'm confident that with the recipe sheet provided and the right ingredients I could make these at home in the U.S. Participants were encouraged to do all the preparation themselves and with an expert translation we were able to copy the Japanese chef's instructions easily. It was a really nice experience. I would highly recommend.
Paige
November 26, 2024
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Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki)
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We had amazing time! The hosts were super welcoming, shared a lot of their food stories and had amazing English skills! 10/10 we will definitely come back for a different menu.
Maciej Chudy
November 23, 2024
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Teishoku Cooking Class in Shinjuku (Five Meal Options)
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This was a great experience and well worth the 30 minute train journey from central Tokyo. We were met at the station and shown around the local food market before we went to cook. She had some pre-prepared items which required pickling or seasoning for a few days, so that we could have the full bento box making experience. It was an exceptional lesson, with some good information about the history of bento including as a side. Overall, it was a friendly, communal cooling experience, with some excellent food.
Hjalmar Sinke
November 22, 2024
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Traditional Bento Making Class in Kichijoji (Tokyo)
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We were welcomed into a beautiful home by a wonderful couple. She explained bento and onigiri before diving into the how-to. The process was surprisingly simple but something you can't learn on your own. We also fell in love with the square pan used for rolled eggs. After cooking, she showed us how to make onigiri and assemble the bento box, giving us lots of ingredient options based on our preferences. Afterwards, we ate what we made, along with traditional sweets and tea. A bonus was a pot of pour over coffee in the backyard in the shade. Can't say enough how wonderful of an experience it was, as English speakers we got along just fine. We left full and she even wrapped up what we couldn't eat! Favorite day spent in Japan.
Anonymous
September 27, 2024
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Onigiri Bento Making Class in a Fukuoka Home
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Explore the Art of Bento Making

Dive into the delightful world of bento-making with our specialized cooking classes. Known for their creativity and meticulous presentation, bento boxes offer a diverse array of dishes neatly packed into a single, portable meal. Perfect for those who love to combine culinary skills with artistry, bento-making classes will guide you through the techniques of creating these beautiful and nutritious Japanese meals. Whether you're a beginner who wants to learn the basics or an experienced cook looking to refine your skills, there's something for everyone in our bento cooking classes.

Why Join Bento Cooking Classes?

Signing up for a bento cooking class is an excellent way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture while honing your culinary abilities. You’ll learn the traditional methods of arranging and seasoning various dishes to perfection. Classes typically cover a range of recipes, including rice, protein, and vegetable components, emphasizing balance in taste, texture, and appearance. Not only will you develop your cooking skills, but you will also gain insights into the cultural significance of bento boxes in Japanese daily life. Additionally, crafting your own bento box is a rewarding experience that allows you to express your creativity while ensuring a healthy, well-balanced diet.

What to Expect in a Bento Cooking Class

Each session of our bento cooking classes is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of this unique culinary art form. Classes usually start with an introduction to the ingredients and tools you’ll be using. You'll get hands-on experience in preparing a variety of traditional Japanese dishes, such as tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), teriyaki chicken, pickled vegetables, and sushi rice. Instructors will demonstrate essential skills like knife techniques, portioning, and arranging food aesthetically. You'll also explore different themes and styles, such as kyaraben (character bento) or seasonal bento, allowing you to personalize your meals. These classes provide not only cooking instructions but also tips on presentation to ensure that at the end of the class, you leave with a visually stunning and delectable bento box.