Cooking and Culture with Chieko: Omurice and Calligraphy in Chiba

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Experience Details
Experience Location
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 8 guests
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Language
English
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Vegetarian, Family-friendly, Couples

Master a beloved Japanese fusion dish at Chieko’s home cooking class in Chiba! Learn how to make famouse omurice and various side dishes. Includes a calligraphy lesson.

Highlights

  • Get picked up from Chiba Station by your host

  • Learn authentic Japanese cooking techniques from a certified instructor

  • Make omurice and seasonal side dishes in a home cooking class in Chiba

  • Try a Japanese calligraphy lesson

  • Take home English-language recipes to recreate your dishes

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Learn to make omurice, a soft, creamy Japanese omelet over fried rice, topped with tomato or demi-glace sauce in this unique cooking class.


Omurice is a comforting dish that has gained popularity on TikTok and Instagram. Join Chieko in her home kitchen in Chiba for a hands-on class and recreate this Japanese favorite.


Chieko grew up in Tokushima surrounded by fresh, homegrown ingredients. Traveling across Japan and to Los Angeles strengthened her love for food and its ability to bring happiness. Inspired by her mother’s cooking and the harmony of ingredients, Chieko became a certified cooking instructor and opened her home kitchen in Chiba to share Japanese cuisine with travelers.


Omurice blends Western and Japanese flavors. A thin, soft omelet sits over seasoned fried rice with vegetables, proteins, and a touch of ketchup or demi-glace. The omelet drapes over the rice for a creamy, comforting bite, finished with a drizzle of sauce. During the class, you’ll also make seasonal side dishes to complete your meal.


After enjoying your creations, try your hand at Japanese calligraphy. Write your favorite words, names, or characters in hiragana, katakana, or kanji.


The experience begins with a pick-up from Chiba Station and a short transfer to Chieko’s home kitchen. After greetings and an introduction to Japanese cooking techniques and tools, you’ll make omurice and side dishes, enjoy your meal, and finish with a calligraphy lesson.

What You Get

Ingredients to make omurice (creamy Japanese omelet) and various side dishes
A bilingual (Japanese and English) certified cooking instructor
Enjoy your handmade meal at the end of the cooking class
Transportation to and from the experience location

Good To Know

  • Please arrive on time

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • The meeting point will be JR Chiba Station. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Experience Location

It’s not just about Disney and Narita Airport in Tokyo’s westward neighbor — Chiba is also a must-visit for sports, nature, agriculture, and history, giving the capital a real run for its money.

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Chieko
SinceAug 31, 2023
Total reviews6
4.8
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What will I learn during the experience?

You will learn authentic Japanese cooking techniques, including how to make omurice (creamy Japanese omelet) and seasonal side dishes. The class also includes a Japanese calligraphy lesson.

Who will be teaching the class?

The class is taught by Chieko, a certified Japanese cooking instructor from Tokushima. She grew up with fresh, homegrown ingredients and developed a passion for Japanese cuisine through her travels and family influence.

Will I get to take anything home from the class?

Yes. Guests receive English-language recipes so you can recreate the omurice and side dishes at home.

How does the experience flow?

Guests are picked up from Chiba Station and transferred to Chieko’s home kitchen. After greetings and a brief introduction to Japanese cooking techniques and tools, you’ll make omurice and side dishes, enjoy your handmade meal, and finish with a calligraphy lesson.
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