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"Learn the secrets to making Japanese fluffy pancakes in this home cooking class with a friendly local host in Setagaya, a lush residential neighborhood in Tokyo."
Learn to make fluffy Japanese pancakes and customize them with toppings
Meet your host near Todoroki Station and stroll through local gardens
Discover techniques for light, airy pancakes from a certified instructor
Enjoy your pancakes with homemade jelly in your host’s home
Fluffy pancakes (also known as souffle pancakes) are one of the latest Japanese foods to take over the internet: wiggly and wildly Instagram-worthy, they have captivated food enthusiasts worldwide with their airy texture and delightful presentation.
Curious to try your hand at making them? Your friendly local host, Tomoko, a certified cooking instructor who has lived in Thailand and Mexico, will guide you on this engaging class that is a feast for all senses.
The experience begins near Todoroki Station, where Tomoko will meet you and take you on a short stroll through Todoroki Valley or charming gardens in Setagaya. While ambling along, you'll get to know Tomoko and enjoy a pleasant conversation before reaching her house, where she will welcome you in for a hands-on cooking class.
After you've donned your apron, you'll learn the secrets of creating featherlight pancakes, with Tomoko guiding you through the entire process.
Once the air is filled with the sweet aroma of freshly cooked pancakes, you'll personalize your creations with delicious toppings, including seasonal fruit, syrup, and more, turning them into irresistible works of art, and enjoy your pancakes.
Upon booking, please let the host know in the "notes" section about any dietary restrictions or allergies
Please note that the pancakes contain eggs and whipped cream
Whipped soy cream can be used to replace regular whipped cream. Please inquire upon booking
Guests will learn to make fluffy Japanese pancakes, personalize them with toppings like fruit and syrup, and enjoy them with homemade jelly.
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Not Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Not Available
Kosher
Not Available
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Not Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Not Available
Kosher
Not Available
Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.
Private fluffy pancakes making class
All ingredients and cooking utensils (including an apron and towels)
A bilingual certified cooking instructor
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Todoroki Station 7-Eleven
Meet your host near Todoroki Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
La meilleure elle m’a beaucoup appris une professeur incroyable qui forme de grand chef et vous inspire , vous aide à vous développer, et fais un suivi de ses élèves
Response from TOMOKITASeptember 17, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words.
You have a real knack for cooking--you picked things up quickly and mastered the pancake tips in no time.
I'm cheering you on from Tokyo as you get ready to open your first Japanese restaurant in Le Havre, France. KANPAI!!!!!!
M
MelissaSeptember 2026 • byFood
This was such an amazing experience for me! Tomokita is truly lovely and opens her heart and home to teach you how to cook. She is incredibly patient and guides you through the whole process, making you feel comfortable and welcome from start to finish.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Tokyo. Thank you, Tomokita, for making my time in Tokyo even more special!
Response from TOMOKITASeptember 12, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. You did such an amazing job making the pancakes- they were fantastic!!!!!
ED
edward de la cruzJune 2026 • byFood
One of the best experience I’ve had in Japan as tomoko was great host and teacher. I highly recommend this experience to everyone.
Response from TOMOKITAJune 03, 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to share such an enjoyable time with you all.
LH
Leica HondaMay 2026 • byFood
It was a wonderful experience with someone very kind, smiling, talented, and engaging. Tomokita-san shared her extensive knowledge and the true method for making Japanese soufflé pancakes. We were warmly welcomed and made to feel completely at ease. It was a fantastic moment of sharing and a truly lovely encounter. We highly recommend this wonderfull experience.
Response from TOMOKITAMay 09, 2026
Thank you so much for coming all the way from Lyon, France!
I was so happy to share such a wonderful time with you.
MG
Marine georgesApril 2026 • byFood
J’ai passé un super moment avec Tomoko, c’est bien plus qu’un simple cours de cuisine, c’est vraiment un partage. N’hésitez pas et ses plats sont incroyablement bon !
Response from TOMOKITAApril 20, 2026
Thank you for writing such a lovely review. I also really appreciate all the food-related information you shared. It was a very fulfilling day.
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