Tokyo Lunch: Make a Traditional Japanese Bento in Shinagawa
Tokyo Lunch: Make a Traditional Japanese Bento in Shinagawa
Learn the Japanese art of preparing and assembling bento (packed meals) in this home cooking class in Shinagawa, central Tokyo.
Highlights
Learn Japanese home cooking techniques and recipes from a local instructor in a bento-making class in Shinagawa
Prepare bento staples including karaage fried chicken and tamagoyaki, then enjoy your bento lunch
Sip matcha or regular tea and enjoy a seasonal Japanese dessert after lunch
10 meals
Experience Details
Bento is a cornerstone of Japanese home cooking, known for its balance, color, and care in every box.
From crispy karaage to soft tamagoyaki, each component is designed to be simple, satisfying, and easy to enjoy anywhere.
In this hands-on cooking class in Shinagawa, you will learn how to prepare classic bento dishes with a friendly local host and certified cooking instructor, Miyuki.
You will meet near the kitchen studio before heading inside, where she will introduce the ingredients and guide you through her original recipes.
Alongside your bento, you will also prepare either onigiri or miso soup, with the final choice made by the first guest to book.
You will cook staples such as karaage (fried chicken), tamagoyaki, and green beans with sesame dressing, then carefully arrange everything in a traditional bento box.
Once ready, you will sit down together and enjoy your handmade lunch in a cozy kitchen.
During the meal, Miyuki will share insights into Japanese table manners and everyday dining culture.
After lunch, you will relax with tea and a seasonal Japanese dessert, ending the experience on a warm and comforting note.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience start time
- Please refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne
- Underage guests must participate with an accompanying adult
- If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at Musashi-Koyama Station in Shinagawa, Tokyo. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 week before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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