Japan Dashi Food Experiences(76)
Private Japanese Cooking Class in Nerima, Tokyo (3 Dishes)
Learn about Japanese home cooking in this private cooking class in Nerima, in the home of a Tokyo local, Emi. You’ll choose 3 popular Japanese dishes to cook and enjoy your hard work over a lively conversation on food and culture.
Tokyo Ninja Food Experience
A fun time for the whole family, you’ll dress, train, and eat like a ninja during this immersive experience in Asakusa! Test out your shuriken, blowgun, and sword skills, then refuel with a ninja-themed menu followed by a casual tea ceremony.
Sushi Cooking Class in Osaka
From delicate nigiri sushi to hefty gunkan maki, learn how to make several types of sushi during this cooking class in Tokyo. With a side of yakitori, miso soup, pickles, this is the perfect balanced Japanese meal to impress family and friends.
Nagoya Home Cooking Class: Make a Sushi Roll Meal
While in Nagoya, take part in this hands-on sushi-making workshop to learn Japanese home cooking techniques. Guided by a certified instructor, make sushi rolls, shrimp tempura, rolled omelet and more with ingredients from Aichi Prefecture.
Tempura Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
Fry an assortment of tempura to crisp perfection in this home cooking class in Shinagawa. You’ll complete your meal with Japanse-style rolled omelet, miso soup, and a side dish, and indulge in a Japanese seasonal dessert with tea.
Oyakodon Cooking Class in a Cozy Tokyo Kitchen
Fluffy and flavorful, oyakodon is a Japanese home cooking staple. Learn how to make this traditional chicken and egg dish from Yuki-san in her grandmother’s kitchen-turned cooking-school in this Japanese home cooking class in Tokyo.
Temari Sushi & Tempura Cooking Class in Shibuya (Tokyo)
Make sushi creatively in this innovative cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu area. You’ll learn to make artful temari sushi pieces and fry seasonal vegetable and seafood tempura to a perfect crisp guided by experienced instructors.
Kyoto Tea Town Tour for Matcha Lovers
Come to Uji, Kyoto – the birthplace of tea in Japan – for a hands-on tea experience. Grind tea leaves, whisk your own bowl of matcha, attend an authentic tea ceremony at a beautiful tea house, and indulge in a meal of tea soba and matcha rice cakes.
Ocean View Sushi Making Class in Okinawa (2 Types of Sushi)
Take in beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean as you learn how to make sushi from a local professional chef in this Okinawa cooking class. After your sushi making efforts, dig in and enjoy your meal with Japanese-style omelet and miso soup.
Downtown Osaka Foodie Bike Tour
Breeze your way through Osaka’s colorful streets, exploring local neighborhoods and sampling unique foods along the way in this customizable bicycle tour with an English-speaking guide that will be designed according to your preferences.
Drink with Locals in Osaka: Bar Hopping Tour in Kyobashi
Experience a completely different side to Osaka in the nostalgic and often overlooked area of Kyobashi. Discover cozy bars and quirky izakaya restaurants in this bar hopping tour of Kyobashi led by locals.
Osaka Cooking Class: Tempura & Udon in a 90-Year-Old House
Step into a renovated 90-year-old townhouse in Osaka for a charming cooking class. Learn to make a rich udon dish (warm or cold) with a soy sauce base and deep fry tempura fritters to use as toppings. Enjoy lunch and take home a cute souvenir!
Shibuya Cooking Class: Make Gyoza From Scratch
Make Japan’s most famous dumplings (gyoza) from scratch in this cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu district. Guided by experienced hosts with a decade of culinary experience, knead the dough, fill each dumpling and fry them until juicy and golden.
Shibuya Cooking Class: Make Futomaki Sushi & Tempura
Get hands-on making futomaki (thick sushi rolls) with fresh fillings and learn to prepare tempura fritters until golden brown in this cooking workshop in Ebisu, Shibuya led by professional chefs. Take home the recipes and a small souvenir.
Vegan & Halal Cooking in Osaka: Make a Ichiju Sansai Meal
Healthy, balanced, and delicious Japanese cuisine made halal, vegan and vegetarian-friendly — delve into the essence of traditional cooking with the ichiju sansai meal structure in this welcoming Osaka cooking class in Namba.
Temari Sushi Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
Round, cute and colorful, temari sushi is both fun and easy to make. Learn this creative style of sushi-making with an experienced host in this home cooking class in Tokyo and enjoy your meal with miso soup, rolled omelet, a side dish and dessert.
Tokyo Home Cooking: Make Maki Sushi Rolls in Shinagawa
Roll maki sushi in this fun cooking class in central Tokyo’s Shinagawa district. You’ll learn new recipes, discover Japanese home cooking secrets, and enjoy a delicious sushi meal with a steamy bowl of miso soup.
Tokyo Lunch: Make a Traditional Japanese Bento in Shinagawa
Uncover the secrets to a picture-perfect bento lunch that tastes as good as it looks in this home cooking class with a friendly cooking instructor in Shinagawa. You’ll make Japanese-style fried chicken, onigiri rice balls, rolled omelet and more.
Temaki Sushi Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
It’s a sushi party! Make hand-rolled sushi (temaki) with your favorite fillings in this home cooking class with a friendly host in Tokyo’s central district of Shinagawa. Complete your meal with miso soup, a side dish and dessert.
Chicken Teriyaki Cooking Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
In this Tokyo cooking class, learn to make a classic chicken teriyaki and several other Japanese home cooking staples like savory omelet and miso soup, then enjoy your meal with your host at her lovely kitchen in Shinagawa.
Hokkaido Cooking Masterclass with a Hunter Chef (Sapporo)
Let Chef Aoyama, a seasoned hunter from Hokkaido, guide you through some of the region’s iconic dishes in this Sapporo cooking class. Watch as he expertly prepares Yezo sika deer and rolled omelet, and make onigiri rice balls with local ingredients.
Vegan or Vegetarian Home Cooking Class w/ Miso in Nagoya
In this vegan & vegetarian cooking class, learn to prepare four staple miso-based dishes — including tofu “katsu” sandwich and onigiri filled with mushroom tempura — with an experienced and friendly host only 30 minutes by train from Nagoya Station.
Yanaka Bento-Making Class & Calligraphy Workshop (Tokyo)
Escape the crowds in Tokyo and relax with a local calligraphy workshop and bento lunch-making class in Yanaka, a district near Ueno that retains its retro charm.
Onigiri Bento-Making Class in Yanaka (Tokyo)
In this onigiri-making class in Tokyo’s Yanaka area, craft an adorable selection of unique onigiri before arranging a delicious bento box with your onigiri alongside an array of local staples like fried chicken and Japanese-style omelets.
Yanaka Food Tour, Bento-Making & Cultural Workshop (Tokyo)
Discover Yanaka, a Tokyo gem near Nippori and Ueno, in this unique experience led by locals. On this day tour, you’ll explore the area, visit Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza, try local snacks, make your own lunch and take part in a cultural workshop.
Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Traditional Food & Culture Tour
Explore Gion and Pontocho districts by their food. Dine at 3 unique restaurants and taste the full range of Kyoto’s distinctive gourmet, from seasonal obanzai dishes to izakaya fare and noodle dishes.
“Otsukaresama” Bar Hopping Tour in Hiroshima
Put on a tie and hand out business cards in this bar hopping tour inspired by the nightlife habits of Japanese businesspeople. Soak in the colorful local culture of Hiroshima in three snack bars where you’ll eat, drink and even sing karaoke.
Soba Noodles & Shrimp Tempura Cooking Class in Kyoto
Make a soba noodle soup and shrimp tempura with hosts specializing in healthy foods. Gluten-free, vegan, halal & other options are available!
Recent Reviews from GuestsDiscover Authentic Dashi Food Experiences
If you're yearning for an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine, exploring dashi food experiences is a delightful venture. Dashi is a fundamental ingredient in Japanese cooking, offering a unique umami flavor that enhances a variety of dishes. From the adventurous solo traveler to those visiting with friends and family, there's a dashi experience to delight every palate.
Dashi is a simple yet essential Japanese stock made typically from kombu (kelp), katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), and sometimes dried shiitake mushrooms or anchovies. It serves as the base for many Japanese dishes, such as miso soup, ramen, and hot pots, providing a savory depth that transforms the simplest ingredients into gourmet delights. By indulging in these experiences, you'll not only taste dashi but also learn about its cultural importance and methods of preparation.
Engage in Hands-On Dashi Making Classes
For those who enjoy immersive culinary adventures, participating in a dashi-making class offers the perfect opportunity to learn directly from local experts. These classes typically take place in intimate settings where passionate chefs guide you through the process of selecting the perfect ingredients, illustrating the traditional techniques used in making dashi, and sharing tips to elevate your cooking back home. During these sessions, you will learn how to balance flavors and achieve the renowned umami flavor unique to dashi-based dishes.
Many classes incorporate a range of ingredients like kombu and katsuobushi to provide a full spectrum understanding of how different components influence the flavor profile of dashi. Whether you are a novice in the kitchen or a culinary connoisseur, these hands-on experiences are rewarding and educational, enriching your understanding of Japanese culinary arts.
Savor Gourmet Meals Centered Around Dashi
After you’ve gained insight into preparing dashi, there’s no better reward than indulging in a meal that highlights its exquisite taste. Many local dining experiences offer tasting menus or courses centered around dashi. Here, chefs showcase their creativity, using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients combined with dashi to create dishes bursting with flavor. From succulent soups to delicately balanced sauces, every bite is a celebration of the intricate flavors dashi provides.
Whether you find yourself in a bustling city center or a tranquil countryside setting, dashi food experiences are an accessible yet refined way to delve into Japanese culture. They provide a sensory journey - from learning and creating in a cooking class to relishing expertly crafted dishes, all centered around the rich and savory depth of dashi.
Embarking on dashi food experiences allows you to truly appreciate the simplicity and complexity of Japanese cuisine, providing memorable moments whether you are an enthusiastic foodie or simply curious about Japan's culinary marvels.