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OSAKA

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!

from$93.78
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TOKYO

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.

from$56.83
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TOKYO

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.

from$63.94
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TOKYO

Temaki Sushi & Onigiri-Making Class at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple

Near Tokyo Tower, step into an authentic tatami room at Mita’s Koboji Temple for a traditional Japanese hand-rolled sushi and onigiri-making class with two choices of temaki and onigiri that promises to be the highlight of your trip to Tokyo.

from$78.15
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OSAKA

Traditional Japanese Home Cooking (Ichiju Sansai) in Osaka

In this beginner-friendly cooking class in a charming kitchen in Osaka, master the art of preparing a balanced ichiju sansai meal consisting of a soup and three dishes. A gluten-free option is available.

from$106.57
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TOKYO

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.

from$92.36
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TOKYO

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.

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TOKYO

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.

from$92.36
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TOKYO

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.

from$92.36
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TOKYO

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.

from$92.36
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TOKYO

Tempura & Maki Sushi Cooking Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)

Discover why sushi and tempura go so well together in this home cooking class in Shinagawa. Learn to roll maki sushi with fresh fillings and fry tempura, then enjoy your meal with a steamy bowl of miso soup, followed by tea and sweets.

from$120.78
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HOKKAIDO

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.

from$106.57
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TOKYO

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.

from$62.52
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TOKYO

Nigiri Sushi & Ramen Cooking Class in Tsukiji, Tokyo

Make sushi in Tsukiji, Tokyo’s seafood mecca. Master making nigiri and ramen in this 3-hour cooking class led by friendly English-speaking instructors eager to share Japan’s culinary traditions.

from$142.09
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TOKYO

Tempura Fake Food Sample Making Class Near Asakusa

Enter the delightful world of Japan’s fake food samples in this hands-on workshop in Kappabashi, Tokyo’s kitchenware heaven. Make a charming fake food sample of the classic dish tempura and explore nearby shops.

from$101.60
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KYOTO

Kyoto Takoyaki & Okonomiyaki Cooking Class

Looking for the best okonomiyaki and takoyaki in Kyoto? Learn to make it yourself in this cooking class! Master the art of cooking on a hot griddle by flipping and grilling these two regional classic dishes to crispy, savory perfection.

from$62.52
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KYOTO

Akashari Sushi-Making Class in Kyoto

Learn to make Edomae-style sushi using three types of sushi vinegar in this sushi-making workshop in Kyoto. The star of the class will be akashari sushi (red vinegar sushi), a delicacy you’ll enjoy with a steamy bowl of aka-miso (red miso soup.)

from$70.33
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KYOTO

Kyoto Cooking Class: Kitsune Udon & Seasoned Rice

While in Kyoto, learn to make two of the region’s comfort foods — kitsune udon noodles and kayaku gohan seasoned rice — in this cozy home cooking class. Gluten-free, vegan, halal and other variations can be accommodated!

from$62.52
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FUKUOKA

Fukuoka Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Food with Mari

Join Mari–a certified cooking instructor (& registered pharmacist)–for a healthy home cooking class in Fukuoka! Learn how to make authentic Japanese dishes like sunomono (vinegared cucumber salad), kinpira (burdock root salad), dashi (stock), & more.

from$71.04
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AICHI

Washoku: Seasonal Japanese Home Cooking Class in Nagoya

Experience Japanese home cooking with host Yuka in central Nagoya! Cook popular washoku dishes in a state-of-the-art cooking studio, taste dashi and seasonings made in Aichi Prefecture, and enjoy your homemade meal with green tea.

from$78.15
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TOKYO

Family-Friendly Tokyo Home Party: Home Cooking Class & Meal

Experience an authentic Japanese home party in a cozy home in the suburbs of Western Tokyo. Aki, your local host, will take you shopping and share her best home cooking recipes before sharing a delicious meal in a family-friendly home party.

from$92.36
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TOKYO

Japanese Home Cooking & Dashi Broth Masterclass in Tokyo

Learn everything there is to know about katsuobushi (bonito) shaving and dashi-making in this hands-on Tokyo cooking class. Master traditional Japanese cooking techniques passed on from generations to bring authentic flavors to your kitchen.

from$71.04
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TOKYO

Crispy Fried Chicken Bento Cooking Class in Tokyo

Learn to make a colorful and mouth watering packed lunch, Japanese-style! In this class, you'll craft a delicious bento with crispy fried chicken, guided by a friendly local host at her renovated home kitchen.

from$63.94
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WAKAYAMA

Tuna-Cutting Experience & Lunch in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama

Cut through an entire tuna — yellowfin, albacore or bigeye — freshly sourced from the nearby fishing port in Nachi-Katsuura. Then, prepare delicious sashimi, back meat, chirashi sushi, steak and more in a tuna-cutting workshop led by friendly hosts.

from$156.30
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AICHI

Ichiju Sansai Cooking Class in Nagoya With a Local Twist

Cook “ichiju sansai,” a traditional and delicious Japanese meal featuring a soup and three dishes infused with Nagoya flavors like aka-miso (red miso), while learning about the history and culture of the area from a local host.

from$71.04
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TOKYO

Private Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Cooking Class in Tokyo

Learn how to cook traditional home-cooked Japanese dishes with vegetarian and gluten-free modifications in this home cooking class in Tokyo. Pick from a menu of dishes like onigiri and gyoza to build your balanced Japanese set meal.

from$83.83
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TOKYO

Nerikiri Wagashi-Making & Tea Tasting in Yanaka (Tokyo)

Unleash your creativity as you make a beautiful nerikiri wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet). Enjoy your wagashi alongside a tasting of three types of Japanese green tea in this wagashi-making and tea-tasting experience in Yanaka (Tokyo).

from$42.62
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GIFU

Local Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Hida Takayama, Gifu

From regional Takayama ramen to beloved makizushi, this cooking class in the heart of Gifu’s quaint Hida Takayama will introduce you to local cuisine in a fun, hands-on cooking class that includes a simple tea ceremony.

from$78.15
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The Yakitori cooking class with Michiko Numato was an amazing experience and exceeded our expectations! I am a Japanese Canadian tourist and always wanted to learn how to cook Yakitori. Although there were other cooking classes, we chose Michiko since the class was taught in her home kitchen and provided a true home cooking experience that gave me the confidence to be able to cook Yakitori in our own kitchen. Michiko is very knowledgeable and a wonderful teacher. Her patience and enthusiasm has provided a novice cook like myself the motivation to cook as soon as we return home from our vacation. Indeed, Michiko is passionate about Japanese food and enjoys teaching others how to cook! We will recommend her to our friends and relatives who will travel to Japan and we will try Michiko’s other classes on our next vacation!
Tanigawa
June 23, 2025
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Yakitori & Tsukune Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher
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We were met on time at Cora Coffee. Her class was set up nicely in her home. She spoke wonderful English and answered all our questions. She was very encouraging in our attempts and onigiri and Japanese only making ability or lack thereof. The food was wonderful. I would highly recommend this for anyone who loves Japanese food. And your breakfast is taken care of for the day.
Stacia Chamberlain
June 20, 2025
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Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup
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I had a great time learning how to make bento containing onigiri, karaage, tamagoyaki, along with some vegetables. I have very little experience with cooking, but Yuki-san was very patient and helpful, and made sure that I did most of the work myself so that I could properly learn the process. She explained the recipe for each part of the bento, how and where the recipe can vary between families, and why she makes the choices she does. She clearly has lots of experience and was able to condense it so that I could understand. The kitchen was very large and clean. It can easily hold multiple people at once. All of the ingredients were beautifully prepared ahead of time, along with printed copies of the recipes. After cooking all the food, Yuki-san helped me in preparing and decorating the bento box which I then ate out of to finish the day. The food was very good despite me making it. The flavors were very simple and delicate as Yuki-san explained is common in Japanese food. The food tasted very clean and fresh, even the fried karaage. Yuki-san is clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking and sharing her culture through food. Her English is very good and I was able to clearly understand and communicate with her. Her recipes are also very thoughtful and delicious. She even gave me a small gift of a Japanese-style kitchen towel before I left. I definitely would like to attend another of her classes again in the future, and would highly recommend attending!
Ross Nelson
June 17, 2025
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Bento Making Class in Tokyo: Prepare a Japanese Lunchbox
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This was a most amazing experience! Everyone was so kind and the chef was excellent, and knowledgeable, explaining every part of how to make tamago and futomaki. This was held in a private kitchen, and it was a warm and welcoming experience. I cannot recommend it highly enough!
Stefan Zechowy
June 07, 2025
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Home Cooking (Tamagoyaki and Sushi Rolls) & Supermarket Tour
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This was a true hi-light of our trip. Yoko was both kind and welcoming to our party. She went out of her way to accommodate us even though I got the time wrong. So appreciated the menu, which took into account our vegetarian guest. We were truly delighted with the class and our experience. I highly recommend the class. Thank you, Yoko
Leslie Potter
May 25, 2025
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Rolled Sushi Bento-Making Class at Yoko’s Kamakura Home
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Discover the Art of Washoku

Delve into the exquisite world of Washoku, the traditional Japanese cuisine that emphasizes harmony of ingredients, preparation, and presentation. Washoku is deeply rooted in Japanese culture, and it offers an approach that balances taste, health, and beauty. Through our immersive classes, you will not only learn the techniques of preparing exquisite dishes but also understand the philosophies that make Washoku a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage. Embark on a culinary journey that intertwines culinary skills with cultural insights, providing a holistic understanding of this highly esteemed cuisine.

Hands-On Washoku Culinary Classes

Join us for hands-on Washoku classes where you can acquire the essential skills needed to create genuine Japanese meals. These classes are perfect for both novices and seasoned cooks who are eager to refine their culinary expertise. In a supportive and encouraging environment, skilled instructors guide you through the step-by-step process of preparing a variety of classic dishes. You’ll learn to handle traditional Japanese ingredients, practice knife techniques, and master cooking methods that bring out the natural flavors of the food. Each class is designed to enrich your knowledge, inspire creativity in your cooking, and expand your appreciation for the art of Washoku.

Elevate Your Culinary Skills and Experience Culture

Beyond cooking, the Washoku classes offer a unique opportunity to deepen your engagement with Japanese culture and traditions. As you discover the history and significance behind each ingredient, you’ll gain insights into the cultural practices that have influenced the growth of Washoku throughout the years. This understanding enriches your culinary journey, turning a simple cooking class into a profound cultural experience. Whether you are seeking to recreate an authentic Japanese dining experience at home or simply wish to explore a new culinary style, these Washoku classes are the perfect starting point. Explore the delicate balance of flavors, experience the elegance of presentation, and embrace the cultural depth of Japan through an enriching, hands-on learning experience.