★Traditional local cuisine from Hida Takayama

Organized by Kaori Kanno
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Experience Location
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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 6 guests
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Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible, Family-friendly
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Japanese, English
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Rain or shine, Near station, Regional food, Tea experience

Experience warm hospitality and food culture in Hida Takayama. Make hoba sushi, Hida beef nigiri, and hoba miso. Enjoy a table-style tea ceremony. Family-friendly and great for lunch or dinner.

Highlights

  • Learn about the rich food culture and traditions of Hida Takayama .

  • Make hoba sushi by wrapping ingredients in fragrant magnolia leaves .

  • Shape and your own Hida beef nigiri for a flavorful bite.

  • Enjoy the savory aroma and taste of grilled hoba miso.

  • Experience a casual, chair-seated table-style tea ceremony.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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Host will donate 7 meals

Experience Details

In this cooking class, you’ll prepare traditional local dishes such as hoba sushi and hoba miso, make clear soup from scratch using dashi, and enjoy a table-style tea ceremony while seated comfortably in chairs. This experience offers a meaningful connection to the unique culture of the Hida region.


Hoba sushi is a traditional dish once eaten as a portable meal by farmers and mountain workers. It features vinegared rice topped with various ingredients and wrapped in fragrant magnolia leaves called hoba. If hoba leaves are not available due to seasonal changes, suitable substitute leaves will be used.


Hoba miso, grilled on the leaf, originated from the practice of using magnolia leaves as natural plates. The savory aroma and sweetness of the miso, combined with the rich fat of Hida beef, create an unforgettable flavor.


You’ll also make Hida beef nigiri by shaping vinegared rice yourself and lightly searing the beef with a burner to enhance its deep umami. Hida beef is a renowned local brand known for its fine marbling, tender texture, and rich taste.


After cooking, relax and enjoy a casual table-style tea ceremony that reflects the spirit of Japanese hospitality—perfect even for beginners. This experience is available for both lunch and dinner, and is family-friendly, making it ideal for guests with small children.

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Good To Know

  • The magnolia leaves (hoba) traditionally used for hoba sushi may not be available year-round due to seasonal changes. In such cases, suitable substitute leaves will be provided.
  • If you have any allergies or dietary concerns, kindly inform us in advance.
  • We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before the lesson begins to ensure a smooth start.
  • Please note that the dishes prepared during the lesson cannot be taken home.

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Once your reservation is confirmed, we will provide the venue details by email. The location will be within a 15-minute walk from Takayama Station.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Gifu Prefecture is home to well-preserved historic villages, mountainous landscapes, and scenic open-air hot springs, with a proud culinary heritage spanning centuries.

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