Top Hokkaido Classes & Workshops

Learn to make a traditional Japanese meal during this private cooking lesson in Sapporo. Join a professional culinary instructor for a hands-on workshop including starters, main dishes, and side dishes such as sushi, somen noodles, and grilled chicken. Get advice and recipes for recreating the Japanese feast back home.

Up to 6 people can join the experience. However, if you don’t mind waiting a little, we may be able to accommodate groups of more than 6. Please feel free to contact us for details. Original Chopstick-Making Experience Create your own pair of chopsticks from start to finish. Shape the wood, smooth it with sandpaper, and finish with natural oil for a beautiful shine. The chopsticks you make are yours to take home—a unique souvenir and a lasting memory of your time in Japan. About Chopsticks and Japan Chopsticks are an important part of Japanese food culture. They have been used in Japan for more than 2,000 years. Japanese chopsticks are usually made of wood and have a thin, pointed tip, which makes it easy to pick up small pieces of food. In Japan, people often give chopsticks as gifts because they represent good relationships and connection between people. We hope this chopstick-making experience becomes a wonderful memory for you！

Immerse yourself in the world of sumo at Sapporo's first sumo show restaurant, where history and culinary delight meet. Learn the ancient rules of sumo and witness expert demonstrations from retired wrestlers. Feel the thrill as you step into the ring for your own match, limited to a select few. Savor a hearty Chanko-nabe prepared by former sumo athletes, and enjoy an intimate view of the Dohyo from your seat. Each guest leaves with a souvenir photo alongside the wrestlers, making this a unique celebration of Japanese culture that you won’t forget.

Experience the traditional 100% manufacturing process. Easy to explain in English and supported by visual demonstrations, it is ideal for guests who prefer hands-on learning to Guided lectures. This is not a cooking class for tourists, but a true opportunity to experience Japanese craftsmanship that combines practical traditions with Pro skills. This will be a real handmade soba restaurant with a history of over 10 years in Sapporo.You can experience authentic soba making at a hand-made soba restaurant run by an active soba chef. You will experience every step of the process yourself, from mixing buckwheat flour and water, to kneading, stretching and cutting it into small pieces with a kitchen knife. They use real utensils that they usually use in the shops and carefully selected buckwheat flour. Novices and children can participate with confidence, as the craftsmen will guide you carefully. After the experience, you can enjoy your own soba noodles. The "taste of soba made by yourself" is exceptional!Recommendations for travel memories and special moments with family and friends. Hokkaido is Japan's number one soba producer.Hokkaido is rich in nature and clean water, and these environments are ideal for growing soba noodles.It is especially well suited to growing high quality buckwheat noodles in cold weather. Hokkaido's soba is Rating for its excellent flavor and texture.Soba grown in Hokkaido is grown using mineral-rich water produced by the rich soil and cold climate.This results in noodles with rich flavor and a firm crunch. Experience traditional Japanese food from the Edo period, especially Top-rated soba noodles, in a fun and casual way! ・Authentic Japanese experience ・Full-fledged soba restaurant ・Traditional craftsmanship Practical cooking classes ・Popular locals · Small group/private experience Cultural food experience 3 minutes walk from Miyazawa station on the Tozai line on the Sapporo subway 4 parking spaces in front of the store Flow of soba making experience ① Mix buckwheat flour ② Stretching soba noodles ③ Cut the soba noodles ④ Sample your own buckwheat noodles The actual soba making experience time will be around 30 minutes.Then it was a tasting, and it took all the time. It takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes to finish everything. You don't need anything to bring or prepare.Please feel free to come. If you are a group guest or travel agency, please contact us directly.

A special plan that combines a buckwheat noodle making experience with Pro tempura cooking. You will first experience the traditional 100% manufacturing process. I eat my own buckwheat noodles with tempura. 【Tempura is made by Japanese food craftsmen】 Easy to explain in English and supported by visual demonstrations, it is ideal for guests who prefer hands-on learning to Guided lectures. This is not a cooking class for tourists, but a true opportunity to experience Japanese craftsmanship that combines practical traditions with Pro skills. This will be a real handmade soba restaurant with a history of over 10 years in Sapporo. We want you to enjoy the traditional Japanese food, soba-noodle making experience, which has been going on since the Edo period (1600)! This trial course comes with tempura. Tempura is a traditional Japanese food, and tempura is also a traditional Japanese food known from around 1600. Soba and tempura have their own unique charms. Soba and tempura are not only delicious, but also create synergies when eaten together, providing an even more enjoyable food experience. 【Tempura is made by a Pro Japanese chef】 Tempura is a dish of battered and deep-fried vegetables and seafood that perfectly matches the crispy texture of the batter and the flavor of the ingredients.Typical ingredients include shrimp, eggplant, seasonal vegetables and local ingredients. Hokkaido is the most famous soba producing region in Japan.Because the climate and soil conditions in Hokkaido make it suitable for growing soba, high-quality soba is produced. Hokkaido's soba cuisine is a luxurious experience where you can enjoy local ingredients and culture.Therefore, it is also popular with tourists visiting Hokkaido.The soba experience in Hokkaido is a good opportunity to deeply understand Japanese soba culture and enjoy the local flavors. The soba making experience time will be around 30 minutes.After that, taste your own soba noodles and tempura If you have around 1 hour and 15 minutes, it will all be over. Even small children can enjoy soba making. You don't need anything to bring or prepare.Please feel free to come. We hope you enjoy it as a commemorative Hokkaido dinner. Also, our shop is a handmade soba shop. I will tell you how Japanese eat soba and how to eat it. ※Children under 5 years old are free of charge. For group customers Please feel free to contact the store directly.

Discover the Ancient Strategy Game of Go in the Heart of Hakodate! Step into the fascinating world of Go — Japan’s legendary board game that’s easy to learn but takes a lifetime to master. In this hands-on experience, you’ll be guided by a certified 6-dan Go instructor (one of the highest amateur levels in Japan) with decades of teaching and competition experience. What makes this activity special? ✅ Learn the basics of Go in a traditional setting ✅ Enjoy a friendly match with the instructor or fellow participants ✅ Experience authentic Japanese culture through strategy and mindfulness ✅ Includes a seasonal wagashi (traditional sweet) and tea ✅ Perfect for beginners, families, or curious minds of all ages Whether you’ve never touched a Go board or you’ve seen it in movies or anime, this experience offers a rare chance to dive into a true Japanese cultural tradition — and bring home more than just memories. Reserve now and unlock the secrets of Go!

Don't you love authentic beautiful Japanese cuisine ' Washoku '? Washoku was added to the UNESCO Heritage list. You can learn about Washoku from Yuki who is an experienced decorative sushi roll instructor. She has appeared on TV many times because she is popular. In 2024, Portland, Oregon, USA and Sapporo Hokkaido celebrated the 65th anniversary of their sister city partnership. The welcoming celebration was held at a hotel in Sapporo, where she demonstrated and served Decorative sushi rolls to the mayors of both cities. We welcome international guests to our Sushi Roll Preparation School in Sapporo. At our hands-on workshop you will learn how to cook decorative sushi rolls. When you return to your home country why not impress your friends? We promise that your visit to our workshop will be one of the best memories of your trip to Japan. (Our classes are not private. Let us know if you reqire the private class please.) Please let us know if you have large group such as group travel.

Enjoy a cooking class in a memorable setting—a local’s home in Sapporo. It’s a great way to discover more about local life in Hokkaido, and to learn recipes that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. As it’s a private experience, you’ll be able to share stories and ask questions as you cook. The lesson consists of multiple dishes, that may include fresh seafood, cooked burdock, deep-fried tofu, or miso soup. Reward your hard work by eating the feast you’ve cooked at the end of your lesson.

Taste the best of Sapporo regional specialties by going on this combination of a market tour, a cooking class, and lunch. As you explore Nijo Ichiba market with a guide, you’ll discover more about local produce. A private tour means you can learn to cook at your own pace, and you’ll have direct access to your guide for questions. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day as all ingredients, lunch, and alcoholic beverages are included.

Your class blends authentic technique with hands-on fun. In just 70 minutes, you’ll master the feel of perfect sushi rice, craft 6 classic nigiri, and create a visually striking decorative roll—all with market-fresh ingredients and pro tips you can replicate at home. It’s equal parts culinary skill-building and memorable, photo-worthy experience, welcoming both first-timers and food lovers from around the world.

【OUTLINE】 You can have an authentic experience of dressing like a Japanese in the 19th century in Hakodate. Easy to change clothes. Rest assured that the dressing staff is all professional, kind, and courteous. First-rate beauticians will have your makeover beautifully. The most recommended style is the 'Hakama' costume called "Haikara-san." You will have an hour of free time. Walking around the quarter, you will feel like stepping back in time. There are plenty of locations perfect for Insta-worthy photos. Make great memories of your trip to Hakodate! There are many photogenic photo spots nearby, including the Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse, Hakodate Haristos Orthodox Church, and Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine, where you can enjoy taking memorable photos dressed in kimono.

Join us and learn how to make authentic Japanese ramen from scratch! Your instructor will guide you step by step, so no experience is needed. It’s a fun and hands-on way to experience Japanese food culture. After cooking, enjoy your freshly made ramen — it tastes even better when you’ve made it yourself! Come and enjoy making (and eating!) ramen in Sapporo!

In this sushi experience, you will learn how to prepare sushi rice, grate fresh wasabi, and make both sushi and hosomaki. you can taste and enjoy your work while learning about Japanese food culture.

This class is the only one in Sapporo! You can't experience it anywhere else! Your host, Yuki, is so popular that she has appeared on TV, radio, and newspapers many times. Experience and enjoy Japanese life and traditional Japanese sweets in Yuki's cozy and lovely home. She offers pretty flower Sushi roll class also. If you are a sushi lover, please try to check it !!（ The sushi class is easier than this Japanese sweets class. ） Besides her, we have three other sushi roll instructors. Please feel free to choose one. Also, if you have a boring nigtht, why not try the [ SNACK] experience in Susukino? We offer a variety of fun experiences. Make your reservation now!! Please let us know if you have a large group such as group tour.

We are a calligraphy company with 73 years of history. Professional instructors will teach you calligraphy. You can take home your own written works as T-shirts or hanging scrolls, creating lasting memories. Whether you're with family, friends, a partner, or even enjoying it alone, everyone can have a great time.

Learn directly from professional calligraphy masters and discover the beauty and precision of this traditional art. Create your own unique piece and take it home as a custom T-shirt or elegant hanging scroll — a truly personal souvenir of your journey.

Rather than a formal cooking class in a commercial kitchen space, this intimate experience allows you to learn to cook in a local’s home. Take the stress out of searching for ingredients, and benefit from the convenience of having everything you need included. Learn to make 2-3 authentic home-style dishes, that vary according to the season. Potential menu items include miso soup, onigiri (rice balls), and tamago (egg roll cooked with stock).

This is a private sushi and matcha experience in a Japanese home in a quiet residential area in Hokkaido. You will learn how to make decorative sushi rolls and enjoy a traditional matcha experience with a local host. You will start with making simple sushi rolls, then create beautiful flower-shaped sushi step by step. This experience is not just a cooking class, but a chance to feel Japanese culture in a warm and friendly home atmosphere. You can take photos of your sushi and enjoy a relaxing time with matcha and dessert. Perfect for beginners and travelers who want to enjoy a unique cultural experience in Hokkaido.

The highlight of this activity is the chance to explore central Sapporo while capturing natural photos with a local photographer. The photographer is a Sapporo native and is familiar with the city’s unique photo spots and atmosphere. Rather than using fixed poses or a studio setting, the photos are taken while walking through real streets and scenery, allowing you to capture more authentic travel memories. The route includes iconic areas such as Odori Park, Tanukikoji Shopping Street, and the Susukino area, making it ideal for first-time visitors to Sapporo. This experience is completely private, with no other guests joining, so you can enjoy the photo session at your own pace. It is suitable for solo travelers, couples, and friends, and no special preparation or photography experience is required.

Soba has been a popular staple food in Japan since the Edo period. This is an experience plan where you can make soba noodles, a classic Japanese dish, from scratch and sample them yourself. The soba experience is a popular experience even among Japanese people. You can even experience the traditional way of eating soba in Japan. Also, this plan is a Hokkaido sika deer meat shabu-shabu (game meat) set plan. It's great for a dinner with memories of Hokkaido. Please experience it as a memory of Japan. Our store is usually a popular handmade soba restaurant in Sapporo City. The soba craftsman will happily support you during the experience.

Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience in Sapporo, using fresh Hokkaido seafood in a warm, home-style kitchen. In this intimate, small-group class, you will learn how to make beautiful seafood sushi rolls and cook light, crispy tempura. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together at the table. You will also experience matcha with traditional Japanese sweets and learn about the spirit of Japanese tea culture. The class is held in a quiet residential area of Sapporo, offering a glimpse into everyday Japanese home life. The studio is about 15 minutes by car from Sapporo Station and within walking distance of popular sightseeing spots such as Hokkaido Shrine and Maruyama Zoo. The neighborhood is also known as a stylish and pleasant area. Let’s enjoy Japanese cooking together. I look forward to welcoming you.

On this private day tour of Sapporo, Muslim travelers can feel confident knowing that their specific needs are being taken into consideration. Your private guide will take you to family-friendly places, attractions with dedicated prayer rooms, and dining spots that meet Muslim dietary requirements. See the highlights of Sapporo while observing your faith.

See the highlights of Sapporo in a day and save hours of research and planning time by choosing a private guided tour. To ensure the itinerary is designed to suit your interests—you can select your must-see spots from a list of potential locations sent to you before the tour. Then, enjoy a customized itinerary with 3-4 sites—such as Moerenuma Park, Mount Moiwa, Nijo Market, and the Jozankei Onsen.