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Experience the flavors of vegetarian Japanese home cooking through immersive workshops in traditional settings, perfect for all skill levels.
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KYOTO

Kyoto Tea Farm Tour, Tasting, and Lunch in Scenic Wazuka

Visit the town of Wazuka-cho, recognized as a Scenic Property of Kyoto Prefecture. Producing nearly half Kyoto’s tea, at Wazuka-cho, you can tour the farm and factory, have a tasty lunch featuring tea soba, and join a tasting with 9 types of tea.

from¥15,400
(12)
Regional food
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Tokyo Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class

Discover the refined flavors of Japanese cuisine during this kaiseki cooking class in Tokyo. Learn traditional techniques and recipes to create a multi-course meal that’s colorful, elegant, and balanced.

from¥10,300
(16)
With dessert
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

UNESCO Recognized Washoku Cooking Class

Learn how to make the UNESCO-recognized “washoku” (traditional Japanese cuisine) during a cooking class in central Tokyo! Learn the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while making 4 different dishes with an English-speaking culinary instructor.

from¥13,500
(7)
Free drinks
Cooking Classes
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.

from¥13,000
(6)
Regional food
Cooking Classes
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.

from¥12,000
(9)
Regional food
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

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!

from¥16,000
(7)
Cooking Classes
YAMANASHI

Yamanashi Cooking Class: Make Hoto Noodles by Lake Kawaguchi

An iconic dish of Yamanashi, learn how to make hoto—a type of flat, wide noodles—from scratch during this cooking class. Swimming in an umami broth, hoto is a classic Japanese comfort food that you’ll want to make again and again.

from¥3,300
(1)
Near station
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Tokyo Vegan & Gluten-Free Cooking Class: Make Udon Noodles

Join Chef Chiaki in Nippori, central Tokyo, for a fun, hands-on cooking class for all skill levels! Make vegan gluten-free udon noodles from scratch, gain insight into Japanese food culture, and enjoy your noodle dish with crispy vegetable tempura.

from¥6,000
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Online Cooking Class: Cute Character Bento Making Class

Think outside the (bento) box during this fun online cooking class! Using easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll make an adorable themed bento featuring cartoon characters. These packed lunch boxes are as cute as they are delicious.

from¥3,000
Online
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

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.

from¥9,900
(3)
Has a gift
Cooking Classes
OKINAWA

"Blue Zone” Okinawan Home Cooking Class

Okinawa is known as one of the world’s Blue Zones, where people live particularly long lives. Learn how to make the local cuisine that’s said to contribute to longevity, with an expert in Okinawan cooking and an award-winning local tour guide.

from¥15,000
Rain or shine
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Vegan Shojin Ryori Buddhist Cuisine Cooking Class in Tokyo

Have you heard of shojin ryori, vegan Buddhist Japanese food? Take this casual cooking class hosted by Yuka in Setagaya, Tokyo, where you’ll transform seasonal, vegan & gluten-free ingredients into a fresh and delicious meal.

from¥12,000
(2)
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
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!

from¥9,600
(1)
Regional food
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Private Japanese Miso Making Workshop Near Tokyo Tower

Learn to make miso near Tokyo Tower! Discover Japan's star ingredient for umami in this comprehensive workshop, where you'll taste several kinds of miso, explore Japan's fermentation culture, enjoy miso soup, and make miso paste to ferment at home.

from¥10,000
(1)
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOCHIGI

Exploring the Countryside of Tochigi: Farm-to-Table Meal

Spend the night at a traditional Japanese folk house in Tochigi prefecture, harvest seasonal produce, and share a home-cooked meal your hosts. The kominka house has modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay, but maintains its traditional design.

from¥19,800
Cooking Classes
KYOTO

Private Teriyaki Chicken Meal Cooking Class in Kyoto

Make a delicious chicken teriyaki meal in this private cooking class with a foodie and culinary researcher in central Kyoto. Gluten-free, vegan, halal-friendly and vegetarian options can be accommodated (with deep-fried tofu instead of chicken).

from¥13,000
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
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.

from¥13,000
(1)
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Private Fluffy Pancake Making Class in Setagaya, Tokyo

Sweet lovers, rejoice! Learn to make soft, fluffy pancakes and decorate them with seasonal fruit and whipped cream in this Tokyo home cooking class with a friendly local host in Setagaya.

from¥11,000
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
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¥11,000
Rain or shine
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tokyo Old Town Food Tour in Yanaka Ginza

One of Tokyo’s most charming neighborhoods, Yanaka Ginza is off the usual tourist track. Come sample Japanese street foods, learn about the area’s history, and absorb the flavors and sights of this adorable cat-themed shopping street!

from¥24,200
(3)
Shopping time
Cooking Classes
HYOGO

Kobe Home Cooking: Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class

Master two classic Japanese dishes — ramen and gyoza — in this home cooking class in Kobe. A local host will welcome you to her home kitchen, where you’ll make classic shoyu ramen paired with crispy gyoza filled with vegetables, pork and meat.

from¥7,700
(1)
Has a gift
Cooking Classes
KYOTO

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¥13,000
Private Experience
Food Tours
NARA

3-Day Fermentation Stay Program in Nara

An immersive 3-day homestay in Nara, learn about the fermented foods that characterize the regional cuisine: koji (rice malt), miso, and tsukemono pickles. Additionally, you’ll visit one of Japan’s most ancient roads, the Yamanobe Trail.

from¥50,000
Cooking Classes
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¥11,000
Rain or shine
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
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.

from¥11,000
Rain or shine
Cooking Classes
AICHI

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.

from¥10,000
Cooking Classes
AICHI

Nagoya Home Cooking Class with Miso

Join this Japanese cooking class in Nagoya, a city that’s famous for red miso, for a hands-on class that shows the versatility of the ingredient. Make red miso beef stew, Nagoya-style fried chicken, and other local specialties!

from¥10,000
Cooking Classes
OITA

Kyushu Cooking Class: Make Beppu’s Noodle Soup (Dango Jiru)

In this cozy private cooking class, you’ll learn to make dango jiru, Oita’s comfort noodle soup, under the guidance of locals. You can also opt to make ramen noodles or onigiri (rice balls) with miso soup instead, and enjoy your hearty meal together.

from¥7,000
Rain or shine
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My husband and I booked this class as our last fun experience on our honeymoon, and it was a great way to end our trip! Miyuki was a great instructor. She explained every step very clearly and had so much patience in answering our numerous questions throughout the class. The meal we created in the end was so delicious. We can't wait to practice what we learned back at home. Highly recommend this class!
Amberly Hsieh
November 01, 2024
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Tempura Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
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Ayumi, was absolutely fantastic! She was an excellent instructor and so fun to spend the day with. I highly recommend taking her cooking class. It was delicious and fun!
Vicky Dorazio
October 28, 2024
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Kobe Home Cooking: Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class
Cooking Classes
Great experience. As we are both vegetarians it was difficult for us to find a cooking class in Japan, but Max tailored the cooking class based on our needs and showed us how to cook vegetarian versions of Japanese dishes such as Gyoza and Ramen.
Sina Mylluks
October 28, 2024
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Osaka Local Market Tour & Cooking Class
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We had an absolutely wonderful time! Joining this cooking sessions was a very special and comforting experience: We learned a lot about Japanese food, eating culture and cooking. The food we have created was yummy and we even got the recipes and special hacks to prepare them at home. Our cooking teachers spoke perfect English and were lovely and open for any of our many curious questions. The studio is centrally located in an old Japanese house. Only being there is great. We fully recommend this unique experience. - Connecting with Japanese food and people.
Vanessa Beeg
October 26, 2024
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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in a Traditional Osaka Townhouse
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So fun to do this as a group! Samurai Max was a great host and taught us a lot about Japanese cuisine. There were 6 people in our group and we made 6 dishes so we had plenty to eat — really great unique experience while here in Osaka. Would recommend if you’re looking for something different to do with your group.
Hinal Pujara
October 14, 2024
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Osaka Local Market Tour & Cooking Class
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Discover the Delights of Vegetarian Japanese Home Cooking

Japanese cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and beautiful presentation. For those who prefer plant-based options, vegetarian Japanese home cooking offers an inviting world of its own. This culinary style not only aligns with health-conscious diets but also introduces an array of exciting and delicate flavors.

Vegetarian Japanese home cooking experiences provide an authentic cultural immersion. Participants can learn the art of preparing traditional dishes using locally sourced vegetables, tofu, and grains. From the delicate textures of fresh tofu to the rich flavors of fermented miso, each ingredient is thoughtfully chosen to enhance both flavor and nutrition. You'll have the opportunity to learn how to prepare dishes such as vegetable tempura, miso soup with tofu, and rice balls completed with a seaweed wrap.

Explore Authentic Vegetarian Dishes in a Homely Setting

Engaging with Japanese home cooking is more than just about the food; it's about the overall experience. These sessions often take place in traditional Japanese homes or cozy kitchen settings, offering a true taste of the warmth of Japanese hospitality. Guided by experienced home chefs, you'll gain insights into the techniques and philosophies that underpin Japanese cooking.

One of the popular dishes you'll encounter is "Nimono," a simmered dish often prepared with seasonal vegetables. The subtle, savory flavor profile is achieved through the careful balance of soy sauce, mirin, and dashi—a stock made from kombu seaweed and mushrooms, making it suitable for vegetarians. Another staple in this cuisine is "Kinpira," a dish that involves sautéing and simmering root vegetables such as carrots and burdock in a sweet and savory sauce.

Join Hands-On Workshops for a Memorable Experience

Vegetarian Japanese home cooking classes provide a hands-on approach where you not only watch but actively participate in the creation of each dish. This method offers an immersive experience where you can appreciate the nuances of this culinary art. By working side-by-side with your instructor, you'll master techniques such as cutting vegetables in a way that maximally enhances their flavor, or how to expertly blend flavors without overpowering the natural taste of your ingredients.

These workshops are perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks who want to delve deeper into vegetarian cooking. They are designed to be both educational and enjoyable, ensuring you leave with not only delicious recipes but also cherished memories and new skills. Whether you're a gourmand keen on exploring cultural cuisines or a home cook looking to broaden your repertoire, visiting Japan's vegetarian home cooking classes will enrich your culinary journey.