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Dive into the world of Washoku, where traditional Japanese food comes to life through engaging experiences and cultural insights.
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TOKYO

Sushi Making Class & Sake Tasting in Asakusa, Tokyo

Make sushi in Tokyo’s Asakusa district! Learn how to make temari (bite-sized sushi balls) and maki (hand-rolled sushi) with professional English-speaking hosts while learning about Japanese cooking traditions and the history of Asakusa along the way.

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Assorted sushi platter with nigiri and rolls on a slate plate
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TOKYO

Sushi-Making Experience in Tokyo (Cooking Class in Asakusa)

Make authentic Japanese sushi from scratch at a cooking class in Asakusa, a historic district in Tokyo! Your expert hosts will guide you from rice to roll, teaching you about the history and culture surrounding sushi and the famed Asakusa district.

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OSAKA

Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup

Put on your apron and create your own onigiri and miso soup, two of Japan’s beloved breakfast and all-day snacks, in a cozy home kitchen in Namba using an original recipe. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian and more options are available.

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Washoku: Authentic Japanese Cooking Class (Fushimi, Kyoto) 9
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KYOTO

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.

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Japanese Knives: Skills Experience & Cooking Class in Tokyo 6
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TOKYO

Learn How To Cut Sashimi From a Master of Japanese Knives

Learn the history of Japanese knives from a renowned knife instructor & industry expert, in Aoyama (Tokyo). Watch a demonstration, learn sharpening techniques, cutting skills, & participate in a cooking class to make a zuke don for lunch.

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Fukuoka Yatai-Hopping Tour w/ Four Food Stops (Hakata) 3
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FUKUOKA

Hakata Food Tour: 7 Dishes & 4 Drinks at 4 Yatai Stalls

In this private yatai-hopping tour, enjoy dinner and drinks at up to four yatai food stalls in Nagahama and Neo-Nakasu, two distinctive yatai areas in Hakata, with a local expert foodie guide. Hotel pick-up and transportation by taxi are included!

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Onigiri Making & Amazake Tasting Workshop Near Tokyo Tower 1
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TOKYO

Onigiri Making & Amazake Tasting Workshop Near Tokyo Tower

In this private cooking and tasting experience in central Tokyo, you’ll learn how to make onigiri (rice balls) and take part in an amazake (fermented rice drink) tasting alongside a team of dedicated professionals.

from$69.16
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Rolled Sushi Bento-Making Class at Yoko’s Kamakura Home 1
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KANAGAWA

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!

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Make Okonomiyaki & Yakisoba Near the Osaka Tenmangu Shrine 1
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OSAKA

Make Okonomiyaki Near the Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

Make the street food that have earned Osaka culinary fame in this okonomiyaki-making class near Osaka Tenmangu Shrine. Enjoy a shopping tour with a chef and get hands-on experience learning how to cook these delicious dishes.

from$76.08
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HAKATA GOURMET  IZAKAYA & RAMEN PARTY TOUR 7
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FUKUOKA

Fukuoka at Night: Izakaya Foods & Local Ramen in Hakata

Enjoy a fun night in one of Japan’s ramen capitals — Hakata in Fukuoka Prefecture! Make new friends over food and drinks at a local izakaya, then head to a hidden ramen spot that is loved by locals for a late night bowl.

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Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki) 2
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TOKYO

Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki)

Try your hand at Japanese home cooking staples in this cozy cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu area. You’ll cook, steam, fill and shape rice into onigiri rice balls, and learn the authentic way to roll a Japanese-style omelet (tamagoyaki).

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Miso Making Class & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant 2
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KYOTO

Miso Making Class & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant

Umami-rich miso is used extensively in Japanese cuisine, from ramen to salad seasonings. In this miso-making class and tasting in Kyoto, discover its rich flavors and create your own batch to take home guided by an expert in fermented foods.

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Kyoto Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Sushi Restaurant 1
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KYOTO

Kyoto-Style Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Restaurant

Step into a sushi restaurant near Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden for a class on traditional sushi. You’ll craft a chirashizushi bowl and make oshizushi (pressed sushi) under expert guidance and enjoy a delicious meal.

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Osaka Street Food Cooking: Takoyaki Making Class 1
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OSAKA

Takoyaki Making Class & Local Shop Tour in Osaka

Ever wanted to try Osaka’s famous takoyaki (octopus dumplings)? Led by an experienced chef, tour local shops and learn about ingredients before getting hands-on in making takoyaki dumplings and discovering the magic behind this iconic street food.

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Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Cooking Class Near Kanazawa Station 2
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ISHIKAWA

Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Cooking Class Near Kanazawa Station

Learn to make a restaurant-worthy meal in this traditional cooking class in Kanazawa! From dashimaki tamago and nigiri sushi to Kanazawa-style duck stew, you'll be making both famous and lesser-known regional Japanese cuisine dishes.

from$82.99
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Sushi Roll & Gyoza Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher 1
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TOKYO

Rolled sushi & Gyoza Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher

Learn how to make two of Japan’s most iconic foods — sushi rolls and gyoza — at this cooking class in Tokyo’s Jimbocho Book Town neighborhood, guided by an instructor with more than 20 years of experience teaching English.

from$96.83
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Osaka Home Cooking: Make Crispy Katsu (Pork Cutlet) Curry 1
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OSAKA

Osaka Home Cooking: Make Crispy Katsu (Pork Cutlet) Curry

Few dishes are more comforting than a warm and crispy home-cooked katsu curry! In this cooking class near the Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, you’ll learn how to make this classic Japanese dish with friendly local hosts.

from$76.08
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TOKYO

Yakitori & Tsukune Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher

Learn how to make two chicken staples — yakitori skewers and tsukune meatballs — at this cooking class in Tokyo’s Jimbocho Book Town neighborhood, guided by an instructor with 20 years of experience teaching English in high school.

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Bar Hopping Tour in Osaka: Drink like a Local in Dotonbori 1
Drinking Tours
OSAKA

Bar Hopping Tour in Osaka: Drink like a Local in Dotonbori

Dive into the world of Osaka’s nightlife on this exciting bar hopping tour, where you will have the chance to explore a variety of drinking spots. From standing bars to whisky lounges, enjoy four drinks in total paired with small dishes.

from$76.08
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Osaka Bento Bliss: Make a Traditional Japanese Box Meal 1
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OSAKA

Osaka Bento Bliss: Make a Traditional Japanese Box Meal

Assembling a traditional Japanese bento box is an art form. In this Osaka experience, a local host will teach you what a bento box is and how to craft one packed with delicious staples like tamagoyaki omelet, karaage (fried chicken) and miso soup.

from$76.08
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Private Experience
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Tokamachi Jomon Tours 1
Food Tours
NIIGATA

Experience a Day Living in Ancient Japan in the Jomon Period

The Jomon era is one of the oldest known periods in Japanese history. Discover this ancient culture for yourself, wearing traditional Jomon period garb, hunting and gathering local food, and enjoying a Jomon-inspired feast in a restored pit house.

from$242.07
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Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining 1
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining

This one-day exploration of Shizuoka takes you from tea farms to samurai residences to enjoy a tea ceremony and traditional art performances. Taste some of Japan’s finest teas and indulge in kaiseki dining, with all transportation included.

from$1,936.60
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Osaka Food Tour: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, Okonomiyaki & More 1
Food Tours
OSAKA

Osaka Food Tour: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, Okonomiyaki & More

Taste Osaka specialties like okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, takoyaki and more through this adventurous food tour led by a local guide. Explore local spots and learn insights on the authentic side of Osaka as you make your way through three food stops.

from$89.91
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Delicious sushi rolls with green tea and soup on a wooden table
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AICHI

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.

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Matcha Making Tokyo with Japanese Sweets in Asakusa! 1
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TOKYO

Asakusa Matcha Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets

Level up your love of matcha with this matcha-making class in Asakusa that pairs the rich flavor of green tea with elegant Japanese confectioneries in an unique experience led by friendly English-speaking staff.

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Tokyo Bar Hopping: Food & Drinks at 3 Bars in Shinjuku 1
Drinking Tours
TOKYO

Tokyo Bar Hopping: Golden Gai, Kabukicho & Omoide Yokocho

Join an expert guide and navigate the hidden gems and secret bars of Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. Enjoy food and drinks at 3 exclusive bars and eateries in Omoide Yokocho, nightlife hub Kabukicho, and the maze-like alley network of Golden Gai.

from$207.49
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Soy Sauce Workshop & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant 1
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KYOTO

Soy Sauce Workshop & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant

Explore the rich flavors of soy sauce, learn cooking tips, and taste five unique soy sauces paired with Japanese dishes in this workshop with food tastings at a long-established sushi restaurant near Nijo Castle in central Kyoto.

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Tempura Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo) 1
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TOKYO

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.

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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 16, 2025
Japanese bento box with onigiri, karaage, and vegetables
Bento Making Class in Tokyo: Prepare a Japanese Lunchbox
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What a fantastic experience. We met Bruce on a rainy evening and he still found us an excellent yatai where we enjoyed wagyu beef. Unagu (conger eel) tempura and other delicious dishes. Deciding the rain had eliminated some of our yatai choices we went hunting for other options - and found two off the hook gyoza restaurants. One was a favorite of Bruce and the other a recommendation from the Yatai chef. They were both excellent in different ways. We finished the evening with a delicious bowl of fukuoka's signature ramen and a pleasant walk home. Bruce's knowledge of all things food and Japan was impeccable and his ability to assist us in finding the best choices for our taste despite the weather was exceptional. 10 out of 10. Would recommend .
Lee Drake
June 13, 2025
Fukuoka Yatai-Hopping Tour w/ Four Food Stops (Hakata) 3
Hakata Food Tour: 7 Dishes & 4 Drinks at 4 Yatai Stalls
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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
Ikebukuro Home Cooking Class (Tamagoyaki and Sushi Rolls) 1
Home Cooking (Tamagoyaki and Sushi Rolls) & Supermarket Tour
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Explore the Art of Washoku

Experience the rich and diverse world of Washoku through various culinary adventures. Washoku, the traditional cuisine of Japan, is a culinary art that encompasses an array of techniques, ingredients, and presentation styles. Known for its emphasis on balance and harmony, Washoku not only delights the palate but also satisfies the senses by taking into consideration the seasonal changes and utilizing the finest, freshest ingredients. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler to Japan, indulging in Washoku is a must-do experience.

Discover Unique Washoku Experiments

Participate in unique Washoku experiences that go beyond just tasting the food. Join interactive cooking classes where you can learn to make iconic Japanese dishes such as sushi, tempura, and miso soup. Under the guidance of experienced chefs, gain hands-on experience in crafting these traditional delicacies. These classes allow you to dive deep into the philosophies and history behind Washoku, enriching your culinary skills as well as your understanding of Japanese culture.

For those who seek to explore more, there are exclusive dining experiences that allow you to enjoy multi-course meals, such as Kaiseki, which represent the pinnacle of Washoku. These meals are meticulously prepared to showcase a progression of seasonal tastes, textures, and colors, each course crafted to please the eye as much as the taste buds.

Immerse Yourself in Cultural Traditions

Washoku is a celebration of Japan’s cultural and geographical diversity. Through various Washoku food experiences, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in local traditions and customs. From tea ceremonies paired with traditional sweets to sake tastings accompanied by regional specialties, every experience reveals a facet of Japanese life. Learn about the etiquette and significance of each dish and drink, which are deeply rooted in Japanese history and social structures.

Additionally, many Washoku experiences are held in settings that are as captivating as the cuisine itself. Dine in historical surroundings, such as authentic tatami-matted rooms or charming country inns, where the ambiance enhances your culinary journey. Such settings offer insights into the traditional Japanese way of life, adding a layer of depth to your food adventures.

Embark on a journey through the world of Washoku food experiences and immerse yourself in the essence of Japanese culinary arts. Whether through learning new cooking skills, enjoying exquisite meals, or appreciating cultural rituals, Washoku offers an unforgettable gastronomic adventure that celebrates the heart of Japan's heritage.