Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri and Miso Soup

A trip to Japan isn’t complete without trying the country’s traditional breakfast staples: onigiri (Japanese rice balls) and miso soup. Loved by people of all ages, students pack them into cute bento boxes, and employees enjoy them after work. This class makes your trip even more memorable by letting you cook and savor these comfort foods yourself. The class takes place in a cozy private kitchen in Namba, Osaka’s lively shopping district, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that feels like a homey escape. Come hungry, as you’ll enjoy two delicious onigiri at the end of the session. Guided by a cafe owner and seasoned cook whose love for cooking began with childhood memories of making onigiri with her mother, this one-day class offers a charming introduction to traditional Japanese breakfast cuisine. You’ll learn to make onigiri, miso soup, and dashimaki, a savory omelet made with egg and dashi stock. All dishes follow the host’s original recipes, giving you a true home-cooked taste. You’ll get hands-on practice shaping rice balls and receive insider tips, just as the host learned from her mother. The experience begins with a meet-up at Cora Coffee near Namba Station, followed by a short walk to the private kitchen. After a brief introduction to Japanese culture and lifestyle, you’ll move step-by-step through the process of making onigiri, miso soup, and dashimaki using the host’s original recipes. The class concludes with everyone gathering to enjoy the meal together, sharing the food you made with your host and fellow classmates. You’ll also take home a special booklet to recreate the recipes on your own.