Osaka 御好烧 料理教室

Yoko-sensei guided us on the short walk from the meeting point to their kitchen where we learnt many interesting things about the ingredients and dishes as we prepared them. Will have happy memories when cooking the dishes at home using the knowledge and techniques learnt during the evening.

We really enjoyed cooking our own okonomiyaki and takoyaki using gluten-free ingredients, which made this experience both enjoyable and inclusive. It was our first time cooking gluten-free Japanese food, and the ingredient substitutions worked very well. The instructor was patient, enthusiastic, and attentive, always making sure we followed the steps correctly and helping us whenever we struggled. For more complicated steps, such as pouring the takoyaki batter into the pan, a short demonstration or video with English subtitles would be helpful. Cooking together was a great way to learn about Japanese culture beyond sightseeing. This experience is especially recommended for families or groups of friends looking for a fun, memorable activity to share and remember after returning home.

This was a fun and hands-on cooking experience where we were able to prepare Japanese food ourselves using gluten-free ingredients, which is not easy to find. Although we had made okonomiyaki before, trying takoyaki for the first time was especially enjoyable and memorable. The instructor and translator were very supportive, approachable, and patient, helping us understand each step clearly and making us feel comfortable throughout the class. The cooking room was well equipped, and the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. A short demonstration or video at the beginning, along with a brief explanation of the ingredients and food background, would make the experience even easier to follow. Overall, it’s a great option for travelers looking for an interactive, inclusive cooking experience in Japan.

What a wonderful way to end our first trip to Japan!! Yoko is a wonderfully talented host, her knowledge of Japanese cuisine is extensive AND she is super friendly, genuine and down to earth. Oh and the cooking class is fun and you enjoy a delicious meal!! A perfect way to spend a quiet evening in Osaka.

Yoko was very knowledgeable and taught us so much more than just how to make the dishes.

Yoko-sensei was absolutely amazing! She had a wealth of knowledge about Japanese and worldly cuisine, and we would have happily sat there and spoken to her for hours. She put us at ease, and was keen to hear about our own food culture. She was incredibly helpful and encouraging whilst we were cooking, and we're pretty sure that Osaka-style okonomiyaki will be a staple at home now. Domo arigatou gozaumasu!