Make Tempura With a World Famous Chef in Tokyo
Make Tempura With a World Famous Chef in Tokyo
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10 meals
Make tempura with a world renowned chef in Tokyo! Join Chef Koichiro Shimura at his high-end tempura restaurant for a cooking class followed by a tempura omakase lunch course.
Highlights
Meet world-renowned Chef Koichiro Shimura at his tempura restaurant in Tokyo
Listen as Chef Shimura shares stories from his career and professional projects
Learn to make tempura from scratch using high-end ingredients under the chef’s guidance
Enjoy a tempura omakase lunch course prepared by Chef Shimura
10 meals
Experience Details
Step behind the counter and learn the art of tempura with Chef Koichiro Shimura.
Learn the traditional techniques and precise knife work that bring out the natural flavors of each ingredient. Chef Shimura explains how batter, oil choice, and temperature work together to create light, crisp tempura, and he openly shares his full process with both new and experienced home cooks.
Chef Shimura took over Tempura Ono in 2006 and has been perfecting his craft ever since. He carefully selects every ingredient and designs his menus with inspiration from across Japan, all to create a truly memorable tempura experience.
The experience begins with a warm welcome at the restaurant, followed by an introduction to tempura cooking and recipes. Chef Shimura then leads a hands-on cooking session behind the counter, demonstrating essential skills such as proper knife handling and preparing shrimp with speed and care. You will sample freshly fried tempura as you learn, gaining insight into both technique and flavor.
After the lesson, take a seat at the counter and enjoy a tempura omakase lunch prepared by Chef Shimura.
While enjoying your meal, Chef Shimura will share stories from his career and cooking philosophy. The techniques you learn are practical and easy to try at home, making the experience memorable long after the class ends.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Children under 12 cannot participate in the cooking experience for safety reasons but can join the omakase lunch course
- Tempura Ono is not stroller or wheelchair accessible
- Participants are asked to inform the host of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when booking. Please note that same-day requests may not be accommodated
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher and pescetarian options can be accommodated but the host cannot accommodate halal requests
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet the host in Hatchobori. Further details and a Google Maps link will be provided on booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 week before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
This was incredible! He was so welcoming, kind, funny and the food was delish! Would recommend to anyone!!
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