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Taste Kyoto udon, a local comfort dish
Experience the countryside of Kyoto
Get hands-on in this interactive, family-friendly cooking class
Enjoy local Japanese cuisine
Experience local Japanese cuisine! This experience takes place in Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture, a peaceful countryside known for its high tea production, situated southeast of Kyoto City. Detached from big crowds and nestled among tea fields, this experience also makes for a perfect country getaway.
You will learn how to make Kyoto udon, a homey noodle dish that features a rich and complex broth made from bonito flakes and seaweed, topped with fried tofu and Kujo green onions. Matcha and mochi often take center stage in Kyoto, but this bowl of udon showcases the comfort food side of this culturally rich region. You will be provided with the Kyoto udon essentials and get to see their efforts pay off with a filling bowl of brothy noodles.
Because no visit to Wazuka is complete without a taste of its local brews, this experience includes a refreshing cup of matcha tea prepared by your host, along with two pieces of chadango, traditional sweet tea-flavored skewered dumplings.
Experience includes eating time, which can vary about twenty minutes depending on the group
Please note that this host's English proficiency is limited, so they might use a translation machine to communicate with guests if needed
Please note that the location is about 1 hour from Kyoto Station by train and bus
Please notify your host if you are late. Guests who are more than 15 minutes late will not be able to participate in the experience
Dates outside of the regular calendar may be available for groups of 10 guests or more. Please inquire
Please note that guests with buckwheat allergies cannot participate in this experience
No experience is required. The host will guide you step by step in making Kyoto udon from scratch, from preparing the noodles to creating the rich broth.
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Not Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Not Available
Kosher
Not Available
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Not Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Not Available
Kosher
Not Available
Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.
All ingredients and materials needed to make a bowl of udon
A full meal
Wazuka matcha tea and sweet chadango skewered dumplings
Transportation to and from the venue
Kyoto
Please meet your host in Wazuka, Soraku District. More details and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Today, we made more than fresh Udon, we made memories. Kimmy led us through making our own Udon with joy and enthusiasm. They had a translation device that made communication easy. Our group of 6 had an amazing time. The area is surrounded by beautiful tea fields in this remote town. I highly recommend this experience.
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Martha BurfordJune 2023 • byFood
Great class with tasty noodles at the end! Little English is spoken but it’s not a problem as they’re able to show and help you without needing to speak English. Only con would be that it’s quite far out, but easy enough to get there on the local bus from the station! Would definitely recommend.
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