Japan Cooking Classes(392)
Private Mochi Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo)
Make strawberry daifuku and hanami dango mochi sweets with a wagashi expert in Setagaya district’s Sangenjaya, a bustling local area with retro shops and cafes near Shibuya. Enjoy your chewy treats in your host’s traditional tatami tea room!
Customizable Ramen-Making Class in Kyoto
Make a customized bowl of ramen in Kyoto with gluten-free, halal, pescetarian, vegetarian, and vegan options. Learn how to make the noodles from scratch and personalize the broth for a unique and delicious ramen experience.
Rolled Sushi Bento-Making Class at Yoko’s Kamakura Home
A popular coastal town and sightseeing location, Kamakura is just a short train ride from Tokyo. Join Yoko in her Kamakura home and learn how to make makizushi (rolled sushi) and 3-4 side dishes. As a bonus, you’ll also join a calligraphy lesson!
Mochi and Traditional Sweets Making with Tea Ceremony
A delicate craft, learn the art of wagashi and transform a mixture of sweet bean paste and mochi into delightfully artistic sweets! These sweet creations are complemented by the cup of matcha tea that you’ll also learn to whip up.
Bento Making Class in Kyoto
Learn about the essential components of washoku (Japanese cuisine) during this bento making class in Kyoto. Make a balanced meal of six different dishes including tempura, teriyaki chicken, and miso soup, with your friendly cooking teacher.
Dessert-Making in Kyoto: Mochi Ice, Dango, Matcha, & More
Make traditional Japanese desserts at a wagashi-making class near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto! Spend time in a traditional home, make then enjoy 3 wagashi sweets & matcha tea.
Washoku: Authentic Japanese Cooking Class (Fushimi, Kyoto)
Learn how to make traditional Japanese food at a washoku cooking class near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto! Spend time in a traditional home, learn how to make a range of washoku dishes, enjoy your handmade meal, & explore a Japanese supermarket.
Beginner-Friendly Japanese Curry Cooking Class in Tokyo
Make Japanese curry at a beginner-friendly home cooking class in Tokyo! Soak up the curry-making experience and develop lifelong cooking skills along the way. End on a tasty note by enjoying your handmade meal.
Solo Friendly! Nerikiri and Mochi Wagashi Making Class in Bunkyo, Tokyo
A family-like atmosphere makes this lesson more than a way to make sweets – it’s a way to build connections! Make fruit daifuku, colorful dango skewers, and nerikiri confectioneries in a certified wagashi teacher’s home overlooking the Kanda river!
Making Cha Soba with Sencha in Kyoto
Experience the process of making cha soba in the Kyoto countryside and savor the traditional Japanese dish. This area is known for its world-class sencha and noodles.
Kushikatsu & Sushi-Making Class w/ Tea Ceremony in Osaka
Make sushi & kushikatsu at a home cooking class in Osaka! Guided by Katsuji (an industry pro with 38 years of experience), you’ll experience a tea ceremony, make sushi & kushikatsu from scratch, enjoy your meal, then take home a custom souvenir.
Nerikiri-Making and Matcha: the Flowers and Flavors of Japan
Use traditional wagashi molds to form delicate sweets in the form of Japan’s seasonal flowers while you sip hand-made matcha tea.
Okinawa Ocean View Cooking Class: Make Ramen & Gyoza
Led by a professional chef, learn about Japanese food culture in this cooking class on the main island of Okinawa. You’ll make two classic Japanese dishes — ramen and gyoza — and enjoy a delicious lunch while taking in the views of the blue ocean.
Ramen & Gyoza Making Class in Sano (Tochigi) w/ Transport
Looking to stray away from the tourist crowds in Japan? Take a day trip from Tokyo to Sano, Tochigi, where a pro chef will teach you how to make Sano ramen from scratch at his ramen restaurant. Halal, vegan and vegetarian options are available.
Make Cute Temari Sushi in Shinjuku
Round and colorful, temari sushi is Japan’s most kawaii sushi! Select your toppings and assemble your temari sushi balls, then enjoy them with two drinks in this beautiful, unique flower-themed cafe in Shinjuku.
Handmade Gluten-Free Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka
Join this gluten-free ramen and gyoza cooking class in Osaka and make bouncy noodles and delicate gyoza wrappers with rice flour. Master the recipes for both traditional soy sauce ramen and modern tomato ramen to enjoy with gluten-free gyoza.
Vegan Wabi Sabi Bento Box Making with Dessert in Nara
Join this vegan Japanese cooking class to create a colorful sushi bento box, a regional dessert! Your host is a Nara local with a passion for creating healthy, nourishing meals that have been passed down through the generations.
Quick & Easy Wagyu Sushi Making Class in Osaka
In this quick and easy sushi-making class in central Osaka, sear and torch wagyu beef to make wagyu sushi and prepare side dishes to enjoy a delicious meal with incredible views of the city, guided by a friendly bilingual host.
Sushi & Ramen-Making Class w/ Tea Ceremony in Osaka
Experience a taste of Japan with a home cooking class in Osaka! Join Katsuji, a 38-year industry veteran, for a tea ceremony, hands-on sushi & ramen making, a delightful meal, & a personalized keepsake to take home.
Ramen Class with Handmade Noodles and 3 Ramen Types
Learn how to make ramen noodles from scratch at home, then add your finished noodles to three different ramen broths. From the classic soy sauce ramen to the delicate-tasting salt ramen and the punchier miso ramen–you’ll get to taste all three!
Sushi-Making Class with Professional Chef in Tokyo
Make your own sushi with a professional chef! Learn firsthand all that goes into making nigiri sushi, including cutting sashimi and learning how to use a roller. Enjoy your creations with a delicious, homemade set meal that accompanies sushi.
Osaka Local Market Tour & Cooking Class
Tour a local market and learn to cook your favorite Japanese food with a friendly bilingual host! This family-friendly class is less than 30 min by train from Osaka Castle & Osaka Station. Vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, and other options available!
Takoyaki Cooking Class & Sake Tasting in Osaka
Join Momoko, a sake sommelier, for a sake-tasting experience & takoyaki cooking class in Osaka! Learn about & taste a variety of sake, learn how to make takoyaki, & then enjoy freshly made takoyaki with drinks & a unique sake dessert.
Maki Zushi Rolled Sushi Cooking Class in a Japanese Home
In a modern Japanese home, learn how to make classic Japanese home cooked dishes including tempura, sushi, miso soup, and a spinach-sesame dish. Learn Japanese cooking techniques, like how to make and use dashi, and experience home life in Japan.
Nagoya Traditional Japanese Cooking Class with Grandma Junko
Learn the art of traditional Japanese cooking (washoku) from Grandma Junko. In this class, you will learn how to make one of two meat options (chicken or salmon), and Japanese rolled omelets, miso soup, and other traditional sides.
Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in a Traditional Osaka Townhouse
Step into a traditional townhouse in central Osaka for a friendly cooking class with local hosts! You’ll be learning to make two traditional Japanese dishes: a soy-sauce based ramen with pork toppings and crispy gyoza dumplings.
Grandma Junko’s Kitchen: Nagoya Specialties
Discover Japanese culture via food with this unique cooking class in Nagoya! Develop lifelong skills and learn how to make regional specialties–tebasaki chicken wings, kishimen udon noodles, and tenmusu onigiri–alongside a friendly Japanese Grandma.
Soba Noodle-Making with Tempura in a Sapporo Restaurant
Use local Hokkaido ingredients to make soba noodles from scratch, experiencing the entire process from kneading the dough to cutting the noodles. Then, enjoy your handmade meal alongside a plate of tempura in this soba-making class in Sapporo.
Recent Reviews from GuestsExplore the Art of Japanese Home Cooking
Japan is known for its diverse and exquisite cuisine, but experiencing it in a home setting brings an entirely new dimension to your culinary adventure. Japanese home cooking classes offer you a personalized journey into authentic flavors, traditional techniques, and heartwarming dishes prepared just as they would be in a typical Japanese household. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, these classes provide an excellent opportunity to enhance your culinary skills.
What to Expect in a Japanese Home Cooking Class
When you join a Japanese home cooking class, you can expect to be warmly welcomed into a relaxing and educational environment. These classes often take place in either a professional kitchen setup or a cozy home kitchen, setting the perfect atmosphere for learning. You'll get hands-on experience with traditional tools and utensils such as the **donabe** (clay pot) and the **oshi-bako** (wooden mold used for shaping rice and sushi).
Typical classes will guide you through making popular homestyle dishes such as **miso soup**, **tempura**, **sukiyaki**, and **okonomiyaki**. Beyond just recipes, you'll learn knife techniques, how to correctly balance flavors, and the importance of seasonal ingredients in Japanese cooking. A highlight of these classes is often the emphasis on creating meals that are both nutritious and visually pleasing, adhering to the Japanese principle of "**washoku**"—harmony in food.
Benefits of Learning Japanese Home Cooking
Participating in a Japanese home cooking class isn't just about learning to cook; it's an immersive cultural experience. These classes offer a rare glimpse into the everyday lives of the Japanese people, revealing the deep-rooted traditions and family values embedded in their culinary practices. You’ll gain insights into how to incorporate the healthy aspects of Japanese cuisine into your everyday meals, focusing on fresh ingredients and balanced portions, which are aspects celebrated globally for contributing to longevity and well-being.
Moreover, these classes often foster a sense of community and connection. You meet fellow food enthusiasts, share a hearty meal together, and sometimes, even make lifelong friends. This communal experience not only enriches your understanding of Japanese culture but allows you to create memorable moments through the act of shared cooking.
Embark on a gastronomic journey with Japanese home cooking classes and return home with new skills, cherished recipes, and an enriched appreciation for this exquisite cuisine. Whether you're looking to host your own Japanese-themed dinner party or simply want to recreate authentic Japanese dishes at home, these classes are your gateway to mastering the secrets of Japan's culinary arts.