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Midori

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With a background in Southeast Asian and Japanese cuisine, Midori Nukumizu founded this cooking studio in her home prefecture of Tokyo. In a beautiful Kyoto machiya (traditional wooden townhouse), join a cooking class to learn easy Japanese recipes with an expert who has contributed recipes to multiple magazines, newspapers, and TV shows. Whether halal, kosher, vegetarian, or vegan, her customizable cooking classes can work for everyone.
Member since Jun 10, 2019
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Jill
June 02, 2025
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Midori is delightful. We had expected more hands on cooking but a lot had been prepared ahead of time. We had a nice lunch.

I want to prioritize your time, so we are making two of our class menus hands-on. I hope you understand. I apologize for your disappointment. Thank you for joining us.

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Yashoda Sukul
May 17, 2025
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We were so warmly welcomed by Midori, it was truly an amazing experience! Not only did she teach us how to cook some staple Japanese dishes (which were delicious), but she also gave us some really ...read more

Thank you join us.We had a enjoy& happy time in my class.I'm happy heard you like it.Thank you again.

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Lauren Schloman
May 02, 2025
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Our tour today with Madori was amazing. It felt like a friend was showing us around Kyoto. As visitors to Kyoto I doubt we would have found the places Madori took us to. The food and drinks at al...read more

Thank you join us.We had a enjoy & happy time like a living in Kyoto.

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MidoriJune 3, 2025
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Private Vegan Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto

Make ramen, gyoza and onigiri rice balls in this private Kyoto cooking class led by an experienced and friendly host, Midori. You’ll learn original recipes and cooking methods and enjoy a wholesome meal that is 100% free of animal products.

from $89.98 per guest - 2.5 hours
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Private Kyoto Tour: Coffee & Shopping with a Local Foodie

Enjoy a private tour of Kyoto with Midori, a local foodie! Get to know her over coffee, and she’ll take you out to explore the city, picking places according to your interests. Finish your tour at a coffee shop selected especially for you.

from $48.45 per guest - 3 hours
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Private Cooking Class in Kyoto: Make a Tonkatsu Cutlet Meal

Learn to make a crispy tonkatsu cutlet meal with a Kyoto foodie and culinary researcher in this cooking class only 10 minutes by train from Kyoto Station. Gluten-free, vegan, halal-friendly and vegetarian options available!

from $89.98 per guest - 2.5 hours
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Kyoto Private Takoyaki Cooking Class with a Local Foodie

Only 10 min by train from Kyoto Station, Midori welcomes travelers of all ages for a private cooking class where you can make a traditional Japanese takoyaki meal suited to your dietary needs! Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available.

from $89.98 per guest - 2.5 hours
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