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Yokohama Ramen Noodle Factory Tour and Home Cooking Class Near Tokyo

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Duration
5 hours
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Max 5 guests
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Language
Japanese, English
Location
Duration
5 hours
Group size
Max 5 guests
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Language
Japanese, English

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5.0
•21 reviews
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"Guided by a third-generation ramen noodle expert, make your own ramen noodles at a family-run factory in Yokohama, then step into a local home for a cooking class with multiple dishes."
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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 utensils to make ramen noodles
Ramen-making session and cooking class
A tofu and sardine salad, 5 pieces of gyoza, a bowl of ramen with broth and toppings, and a matcha dessert per person
A glass of sparkling plum wine or a soft drink alternative
Water to drink during the meal
Transportation to the noodle factory and from the drop-off point
Meeting Point
Your host will meet you in front of the East ticket gates of Kikuna Station on the Tokyu-Toyoko Line at 4 pm. More information and a Google Maps link will be shared upon booking confirmation.
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No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.
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Partner since Dec 2024
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21
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Kelsey QuickJuly 2026 • byFood
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This was one of the coolest experiences I have ever had! I happened to meet the owner on Threads while posting about Japan, and learned she had a Ramen experience that took place at both her brother’s 3rd generation ramen factory and her house for dinner. We got to try their grandpa’s original ramen after flattening it and cutting it ourselves, as well as try salad, gyoza, and pork ramen soup that were all their mother’s and grand mother’s recipes. She even took care to make sure my mom’s shellf...read more

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Response from AkikoJuly 17, 2026

Dear Kelsey-san, Arigato gozaimasu for your incredibly kind review! It was such a pleasure to meet not only you, but also your wonderful mom. I never imagined that a simple connection on Threads would lead us to spending such a special evening together—it was such a wonderful surprise! I’ll be sharing your wonderful review with Taka and my family right away. ❤️ Please give my warmest regards to your mom. I hope we’ll meet again someday! Warm regards, Akiko

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Dunken LenaJune 2026 • byFood
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It was a truly wonderful afternoon and evening. The tour of the workshop was very interesting. The cooking session with Akiko at the end was the perfect way to wrap things up. We were given a very warm welcome at her home. It was the absolute highlight of our entire vacation.

Response from AkikoJune 07, 2026

Dear Lena-san, Arigato gozaimasu for your lovely review. It truly made me happy to read that our experience was the highlight of your vacation. It was a pleasure to welcome you into our home and share our family’s noodle-making traditions with you. Thank you for spending this special time with us. I hope that whenever you enjoy ramen in the future, it will bring back happy memories of Yokohama. Vielen Dank! Warm regards, Akiko

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Tobias TumaMay 2026 • byFood
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This experience was an absolute highlight on our Japan trip and is a memory we will fondly look back on. Akiko-san and her brother, Taka-san, made us feel very welcomed, showed us the process of making Ramen noodles in great depth and answered every question we had. Cooking and eating our own delicious Ramen later at Akiko-san's home was the perfect ending to an already amazing day. If you want to experience authentic local culture, learn about types of ramen noodles, or just love eating great f...read more

Response from AkikoJune 07, 2026

Dear Tobias-san, Arigato gozaimasu for your kind and thoughtful review. Reading your words truly warmed our hearts. We are so happy to hear that our ramen adventure became one of the highlights of your trip to Japan and a memory that you will look back on fondly. It was a pleasure for Taka and me to spend the day with you, sharing our family’s noodle-making traditions and welcoming you into our home. We are delighted that you enjoyed learning about ramen, making your own noodles, and sharing a meal together around our family table. One of the greatest joys of hosting is meeting wonderful people from around the world, and we feel very grateful that our paths crossed. Your curiosity, enthusiasm, and warm smiles made the experience special for us as well. Thank you again for choosing to spend part of your Japan journey with our family. We hope that whenever you enjoy a bowl of ramen in the future, it will bring back happy memories of Yokohama, our noodle factory, and the time we shared together. We wish you many more wonderful adventures and happiness wherever your travels take you. You will always be welcome in our home. Warm regards, Akiko

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Rebecca BraeunMay 2026 • byFood
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It was such a lovely day with Aikiko and her brother! We were made to feel so very welcome, every question was answered, and we even got to have a go at making the noodles ourselves. Visiting Aikiko at home was an unforgettable experience. Cooking the meal was great fun and it tasted absolutely delicious! I can’t recommend the ramen ‘tour’ highly enough – it’s an experience you’ll never forget!

Response from AkikoJune 03, 2026

Dear Rebecca-san, Arigato gozaimasu for your beautiful and heartfelt review. It was truly a pleasure to spend the day with you. My brother and I are so happy to hear that you enjoyed making noodles and cooking together at our home. Thank you as well for your kindness, curiosity, and all the lovely conversations we shared throughout the evening. Meeting wonderful guests like you is one of the greatest joys of hosting this experience. We hope the rest of your journey in Japan will be filled with many happy memories ✨ Warm regards, Akiko

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Elianne LarocqueMay 2026 • byFood
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This experience felt so personal and heartwarming. Akiko-san and her brother Taka-san show you their family factory rich in history and traditions. You then get to cook a few of Akiko's grandmother's recipes. I felt really lucky to be there and get to live this. I got to taste all the different kinds of noodles the factory made! It was incredible. The whole family was nice. It was felt so nice to have dinner, chat and laugh. Really made my time in Japan special.

Response from AkikoMay 21, 2026

Thank you so much, Elianne-san, for your beautiful and thoughtful review! Taka and I are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the noodles, food, and the time we shared together around the table. It means a lot to us that our small family experience became a special memory of your time in Japan. We would love to welcome you again someday 😊 Merci💚 Warm regards, Akiko