Character Bento Cooking Class in Central Osaka
Character Bento Cooking Class in Central Osaka
Kawaii (cute) and delicious! Learn to assemble a character-themed bento in a fun class with a friendly Japanese-American instructor.
Highlights
Assemble a fun, character-inspired bento and enjoy it with tea and dessert
Learn Japanese cooking techniques and take recipes home
Enjoy a family-friendly class with activities for kids
Experience Details
Why settle for a regular bento when you can make kyaraben, a fun and colorful one inspired by your favorite characters?
In this fun, family-friendly class, you’ll draw inspiration from movies and anime to make a delicious Japanese boxed lunch. Using a cute assortment of colorful foods, like tamagoyaki rolled egg omelet, fried chicken, sausages shaped like octopus, rice, and more, you’ll cook, whisk, mold, cut, shape, and assemble your unique character bento, which you’ll then enjoy for lunch with your host!
Once the assembly is complete, you can enjoy your bento with tea a seasonal dessert over a conversation with Samurai Max.
This fun experience in central Osaka is perfect for traveling families, and anime fans! Kids are welcome to join the character bento making efforts or play with toys and video games in the meantime.
If it’s your first time cooking Japanese foods, worry not, this class is designed for all levels of expertise. Anyone can learn to pay tribute to their favorite characters in the shape of a bento box, and have fun while they’re at it!
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please make sure to arrive on time. The host will be waiting for you at the meeting point up to 15 minutes before the experience starting time
- If you are late, please notify the host. You’ll have to go directly to the venue (5-7 min walk from Matsuyamachi Station)
- Please note that the kitchen is in a shared building, so stomping, shouting, running, and any other loud actions are strictly prohibited
- Children aged 6 and under can participate for free, while those 6 and older can participate for half of the adult price. For those who do not participate, the fee is a quarter of the adult price
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at Matsuyamachi Station exit 3 (about 25 mins from Osaka Castle/20 mins from Osaka Station by train). More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.