Handmade Udon Cooking Class with Tempura and Tamagoyaki in Tokyo
Handmade Udon Cooking Class with Tempura and Tamagoyaki in Tokyo
Join this fun hands-on cooking class and learn how to make udon noodles from scratch!
Highlights
Visit a traditional Japanese house
Learn how to make udon noodles by hand (using a traditional knife, not a pasta machine)
Make 3 other tasty dishes (tamagoyaki and tempura)
Take home a fan with your name written on it in kanji
10 meals
Experience Details
In this hands-on udon cooking class, you’ll turn flour and water into chewy, freshly made udon noodles. The experience begins with a short walk to a restored traditional Japanese house, where the class takes place in a calm, welcoming setting.
After a brief introduction, you’ll make udon from scratch and learn how these noodles are enjoyed both hot and cold throughout the year. You’ll also prepare dashi, the essential soup stock that brings the dish together.
Alongside the noodles, you’ll cook classic Japanese dishes. You’ll make tamagoyaki, a rolled omelet prepared with miso using the host’s family recipe, and learn the techniques that give it a soft texture and balanced flavor. You’ll also prepare tempura, lightly battered and fried until crisp, for a satisfying contrast to the udon.
Once the cooking is complete, you’ll sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve made together. To end the experience, your host will write your name in Japanese kanji on a traditional uchiwa fan as a keepsake to take home.
The class uses seasonal ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations. All dishes are approachable and easy to recreate at home, and the relaxed atmosphere encourages conversation and connection.
What You Get
Good To Know
- To reach the apartment, there is a very steep flat of stairs so please be careful, especially if there are kids
- All participants, including accompanying guests, must book the experience in order to join.
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet the host at Choenji Temple (5 minutes from Kitasenju Station West Exit). More information and a Google Maps link will be shared upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Sumida Ward of Tokyo is home to the television broadcasting tower, Tokyo Skytree (the world’s tallest tower), and just beneath it sits the entertainment complex, Tokyo Solamachi, which houses an aquarium, planetarium, and 300+ shops and restaurants. The Sumida skyline also features the Asahi flame, marking the Asahi Breweries Headquarters. Sumo enthusiasts may find themselves at Ryogoku Kokugikan (Ryogoku Sumo Hall) for a tournament, while history buffs will enjoy the Edo-Tokyo Museum nearby, which contains a life-size replica of Nihonbashi (“Japan Bridge”).
Fantastic, homey and warm experience making tamagoyaki, udon, and tempura. Masako is the most wonderful host and teacher. Flip flip flip flip the veggies!!!!
Wonderful!
Being welcomed into Masako's home for an unforgettable cooking lesson was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. We really appreciated the recipe handout and other keepsakes she gave us.
Our best night in Tokyo Master Masako is a really knowledgeable chef and it has been an honour knowing her mum and grandma’s recipe She is also extremely kind and generous and goes the extra mile t...read more
Quel magnifique moment de cuisine traditionnelle japonaise ! Nous avons adoré : l'accueil chaleureux de Masako, une cuisine facile et délicieuse avec ses petites astuces. Aligato gosaimasu 🙏🌸
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