Miso Making Workshop at an Old Traditional House in Kyoto
Discover how miso is made! Join this hands-on workshop to learn the process of miso making at an old Japanese house in Kyoto, complete with a miso lunch!
Highlights
Wander down the backstreets of Kyoto and be welcomed at a traditional machiya by your friendly instructors
Explore the 110 year old townhouse and learn about its history
Learn about the history of miso and how it is made
Experience making miso hands-on, using soybeans and rice koji
Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring miso, while soaking up the traditional decor and artworks inside the machiya
10 meals
+Experience Details
Kyoto is known as the creative and cultural capital Japan, making it the perfect place to learn about a culinary staple such as miso. “Miso” is the word for fermented soybean paste, and is best known when used in miso soup or “misoshiru.” Not only used for soup, miso is a very versatile ingredient widely used throughout Japanese cuisine. On its own, it is rich and savory, but when diluted in soup it can be smooth and comforting. Miso soup is a key element to a traditional Japanese breakfast including rice and pickles, while also being an accompaniment to other meals.
Learn how to make this traditional Japanese ingredient during this miso making experience in Kyoto which features lunch, too. This experience is held at an authentic townhouse that is over an astounding 110 years old!
This miso workshop will bring you to a traditional Japanese townhouse known as a “machiya.” Just a 10-minute walk away from Kyoto Station, step inside to find yourself surrounded by traditional decorations and Japanese-style furnishings. You will also be greeted by friendly staff who are ready to teach you everything there is to know about miso. You will get to explore the beautiful townhouse and learn about its history before getting down to miso business!
Jump in to learn about high quality miso and the miso making process from your friendly cooking instructor. You will learn how to make miso from cooking and mixing the soybeans with water, salt, and “koji,” a rice mold used in the fermentation process. Prepare to get messy during this hands-on miso making workshop!
This is a family friendly event where you can learn about the history, production, and benefits of miso, as well as the Kyoto region and Japanese culture. At the end of the class, you will enjoy a tasty miso lunch! Experience the beautiful cultural setting while you leisurely eat, munching away as you learn about Japanese food and culture from your cooking instructor.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please wear a shirt which you can roll up your sleeves (to be able to knead the miso)
- Please book by 6pm the day before
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Please meet at the restaurant directly. It is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto 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.
Experience Location
Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
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10 meals
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