Handmade Buckwheat Soba Noodle & Kakiage Tempura Class

Organized by Masa & Junko
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Duration
3 hours
Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
Language
English
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Halal, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian
Learn traditional handmade soba noodle making techniques, and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious meal in this Tokyo cooking class between historical Asakusa and Kappabashi Kitchen Town!

Highlights

Learn with a classically trained chef who studied at a prestigious and historic soba school.
Enjoy your hand-made noodles on the spot with delicious kakiage (vegetable fritter) tempura after the class.
Experience traditional tools and cooking techniques in a modern classroom environment in the heart of Tokyo.
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

In this cooking class, you will learn to use traditional methods to make your own soba noodles. The chef will introduce techniques using Japanese wooden rolling pins, kneading bowls, and special soba knives. The class ends with a delicious meal prepared by the shop master. You are invited to watch as he expertly boils your hand-cut soba noodles and fries up kakiage (vegetable fritter) tempura to enjoy with it. Savor your efforts in a charming dining space in the historical neighborhood of Asakusa, where the classroom is located. Asakusa is packed with famous Tokyo soba restaurants as well as great sightseeing and shopping. Chef Masa trained under renowned Sarashina soba chefs and received acclaim from the prestigious soba school, so you can trust that your soba is in good hands! Make soba like the pros and enjoy an afternoon of Japanese food and fun.

Inclusions

Soba and kakiage tempura meal with dipping sauce and garnish.
Ingredients and tools to use in class.
Expert instruction and explanation of techniques and tools.

Exclusions

Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available for an additional fee.
Transportation is not included.

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

The meeting point is at the cooking class location. This cooking class in Tokyo is located in between historical Asakusa and Kappabashi Kitchen Town. The exact location and video guide for accessing the cooking class location will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

The venue cannot accommodate gluten-free guests or those with celiac/buckwheat allergies.
Vegan/vegetarian accommodations are available during booking - please give advance notice.
The class takes about 3 hours from start to finish. You can enjoy the noodles you’ve made at the venue after class.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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