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Our tea ceremony session is held in an authentic Japanese style room at a local house. Tea ceremony is formal, but you will also experience the feeling of being invited over for a cup of tea by a friend in Japan. This is a great opportunity for all tourists coming to Kyoto. Our group lessons have a maximum of 8 people. Our hosts and English-speaking instructors are all very friendly and want you to have a memorable time with us. We'll introduce you some history of tea and tea ceremony. You will have a chance to make a bowl of Match by yourself so you will be able to make it for your friends when you go back home. We guarantee they will be surprised and that would be one of the best souvenirs for them!! * It is also possible to prepare a chair instead of sitting on the Tatami floor if you prefer. Please let us know how many chairs you want us to prepare when you make a reservation. *Our reservation is from 2, but if you are solo, please contact us, we may arrange for you.

Hello, we are Oishii Kitchen, a Japanese cooking school. We offer a 3-hour cooking class where you can learn easy and delicious Japanese home-style cuisine near Osaka Castle.We welcome foreign tourists. Classes are in simple English and Japanese.Recipes are in English.

One of the highlights of our tea ceremony is the opportunity for you to make your own tea if you wish. Under the expert guidance of our seasoned teacher, you’ll learn the intricate steps involved in preparing matcha, from whisking the powdered tea to the precise movements that reflect the harmony and mindfulness at the heart of the tea ceremony. Our aim is to lower the barriers that often surround traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, ensuring that everyone feels welcome and at ease. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some familiarity with tea ceremonies, our session is designed to be both informative and enjoyable. Join us for this unique and authentic Kyoto experience, where tradition meets tranquility. Book your session today and create a memorable highlight of your visit to Kyoto.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Japan’s second biggest city and step into the world of matcha. In this tea ceremony class in Osaka, you’ll learn about the deep history and etiquette of this intricate Japanese tradition from a friendly English-speaking host. Traditionally, participants sit in a kneeling position known as “seiza”, but this class allows you to take part from the comfort of a chair, so you can focus on making matcha the authentic way.

Do you want to make Ramen with your own hands? Experience the true flavors of Japan in a hands-on cooking class that will create unforgettable memories! Whether you come with family, friends, or solo, our friendly instructors—fluent in English, Japanese will be there every step of the way to help you master the art of making authentic Ramen and Gyoza (Japanese dumplings) In this fun and interactive class, you'll start with a 30-minute orientation and preparation session, followed by 1.5 hours of cooking. Afterward, relax and enjoy the Ramen and Gyoza you’ve made, paired with drinks like sake, beer, and soft drinks, during a 1-hour tasting session. Please book at least one day in advance and bring just yourself! We provide all the ingredients and tools you'll need. Vegetarian guests are also welcome. Please contact us in advance if you would like a vegetarian menu. Without prior notice, it may be difficult for us to accommodate vegetarian requests on the day of the class.

Step away from the bustle of Kyoto and enjoy a quiet moment to simply be present. Inside a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse, experience an authentic yet welcoming tea ceremony that invites you to slow down and connect with Japanese culture through curiosity and conversation. Only in summer, our tea ceremony takes on a special seasonal form. To welcome you during Kyoto’s warmest season, we prepare glass tea utensils whose clear, delicate beauty brings a quiet sense of coolness and lets you savor the season through your senses. Behind this experience is aeru, a Japanese cultural company founded 15 years ago, beginning with traditional crafts designed for children. Our mission is “Passing on Japan’s Spiritual Heritage to Future Generations.” We believe that both objects created by skilled artisans and moments shaped through tea ceremony can bring mindfulness and kindness into everyday life. It is our pleasure to share the spirit and culture behind them with guests from around the world.

Step into a real Japanese apartment in Osaka and cook in the kitchen and dining room of a local host's home. Learn how to make authentic Japanese home-style dishes from a host who was born and raised in Osaka. With a maximum of just four guests, this intimate small-group experience provides a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of personal guidance throughout the class. As a certified Japanese language teacher, I'm happy to share useful Japanese phrases and answer any questions you have about life and culture in Japan.

This is not a typical sake tasting. The Advanced Kyoto Insider Sake Experience explores sake that challenges conventional ideas of how sake is made. You will taste rare and exceptional sakes brewed using ancient methods, innovative fermentation techniques that highlight the power of microorganisms, and sake made with local wood that gives each brew a distinct regional character. Through these tastings, you will discover how dramatically flavor can change depending on philosophy, materials, and brewing choices — revealing the true depth and creative potential of sake. While this experience also covers the fundamentals of sake production and categories, it is designed for those who want to go beyond the basics and explore a deeper, more creative side of sake.

Osaka is famous for its food, so why not learn how to make some authentic local dishes at home? This small-group cooking class and sake tasting lets you practice your skills with live feedback from your instructor. At the end of the class, enjoy your dishes with local sake, beer, or soft drinks.

Immerse yourself in the tranquil world of the Sencha Tea Ceremony in Kyoto, guided by an experienced Tea Master from the West. Begin with a mindful observation of the intricate tea preparation, absorbing the refined elegance of every gesture. Savor the delicate flavor of freshly brewed gyokuro in a serene tearoom, then transition into a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential techniques of the ceremony. Brew your own cup of gyokuro and enjoy it with seasonal wagashi, engaging in thoughtful conversation that reveals the deeper essence of Japanese hospitality and tea culture.

1. Explore a rare, 150-year-old former silk merchant's townhouse and private garden in historic Nishijin. 2. Whisk your own premium, practitioner-grade matcha on a rare, traditional Misonodana table. 3. Savor seasonal, plant-based Japanese sweets from Kyoto's finest confectioners. 4. Learn the deep meaning behind each ritual in clear English from a master with up to 40 years of training. 5. Take home simple, mindful techniques to recreate the calm of the tea ceremony in your everyday life.

During your time in Osaka, don’t just feast on incredible sushi. Instead, learn the tips and tricks that can help you get the iconic Japanese dish right at home during this sushi-making class. Master the art of making the fish and vegetable-filled rolls alongside a local instructor, who will offer more insight into Osakan cuisine than you’d get in a restaurant.

This two-in-one experience combines a hands-on cooking class with a traditional craft, both centered around ramen. Set inside an atmospheric ramen restaurant, begin by painting your own ramen spoon, which is then baked in a kiln overnight. Afterwards, take part in a practical class to learn the secrets behind making Michelin-nominated ramen using the included Musoshin recipe. Then at the end—you can sample your tasty creations.

【A Hundred-Year Villa and Elegant Garden】 Located near the “Sakurabashi” bridge on the Philosopher’s Path, Kiriyama Kaikan is a historical villa with over a hundred years of heritage and a serene Japanese garden. Here, you can experience the true essence of the tea aesthetics once cherished by nobles and Zen monks. 【Matcha vs Sencha Experience】 ▸ Matcha (Powdered Green Tea Ceremony) Experience the Zen spirit of wabi-sabi through the refined and formal “Senke” style of tea ceremony.

This workshop includes not just how to make Kyoto style sushi but the history and cultural background of sushi. You can also taste different types of vinegar and sushi rice and learn how to grate fresh wasabi, which will be unique and deepen your knowledge related to sushi. This workshop is perfect for those who love cooking and want to deepen their knowledge of Japanese cuisine. *Preschooler (under 7 years old) is free and can join with a parent. If you would like us to prepare ingredients for them, please include them in the number of participants.

Usually, Zen garden is something to be appreciated, and there are not many places where it can be experienced. This experience allows gests to create their own unique design using sand for Zen garden, albeit in a small garden. There are no hard movements, so everyone can enjoy it, from small children to the elderly. You can take pictures of yourself eating Matcha and Japanese sweets in front of the Zen garden you have made, which will be a wonderful memory of Kyoto culture. You can also buy handmade pottery as a souvenir of Kyoto at the store. Since they are dishwasher and microwave safe, they are popular even among people from overseas.

With 10 years of experience working at a famous okonomiyaki restaurant in Osaka, I am excited to teach you how to cook okonomiyaki, gyoza, and other Japanese home-cooked dishes. My goal is to share easy-to-follow cooking methods. While I may not be very fluent in English, a translator will be present during the workshop to assist. I hope this workshop becomes a platform for engaging conversations and cultural exchange.

Learn the difference between Japanese home cooking and the Japanese food you get at restaurants in this cooking class in Osaka. Since it is private, you can take the lesson at your preferred pace and receive personalized feedback from your host throughout the session. The recipes you’ll make are more accessible so you’ll have an easier time recreating them at home.

A tea ceremony is a key part of Japanese culture, and Kyoto—long regarded as the country’s cultural capital—is one of the best places to experience it. During the ceremony, a tea master demonstrates the precise steps involved in preparing premium matcha, offering invaluable insights that you’d miss if drinking tea in a restaurant. You can then enjoy traditional Japanese sweets to accompany your tea.

Fans of Japanese cuisine will love this guide to making a traditional meal at home. Osaka, often called “Japan’s Kitchen,” has a variety of specialty dishes unique to the city–learn to make some from scratch using local ingredients.Delve deeper into Japanese culture when you try on a formal kimono and take pictures.

Tea Ceremony Experience the authentic world of tea ceremony in a historic, 150-year-old Kyomachiya overlooking the Kamogawa River. During the experience, you can enjoy wearing a complimentary Haori (kimono-style jacket). At the end of the session, feel free to take memorable photos against the beautiful backdrop of the historic townhouse and the scenic river. We also offer the premium Uji matcha—the same high-quality tea used in the ceremony—available for purchase (limited to one per group). Japanese Calligraphy Experience Would you like to experience the traditional Japanese art of calligraphy in a historic Kyomachiya built over 150 years ago? You can take your finished calligraphy artwork home with you as a special souvenir of your trip to Kyoto. During the experience, you can also enjoy wearing a traditional Haori (kimono-style jacket) for free. At the end of the session, feel free to take commemorative photos with your masterpiece inside the historic townhouse.

In this tea ceremony experience, you not only learn the traditional way of preparing matcha but also enjoy it in the special atmosphere of a temple, allowing you to relax and find peace. Additionally, the foot bath experience includes a light massage, providing a luxurious time to refresh both body and mind. In this serene environment, you can capture your own special moments and take home a truly enriching experience.

The instructor is a licensed Urasenke instructor and can answer any questions in English.This is the only place where you can experience a formal tea ceremony on a chair, rather than sitting on tatami mats. Not only enjoying making Match but you also learn about the history of the ceremonny in Japan.

Deepen your understanding of Japanese culture and traditions at this matcha tea ceremony held in a traditional townhouse. To help you get the most out of your experience, the tea master explains everything you need to know—including tea etiquette, utensils, and rituals. You can also learn how to prepare your own cup of matcha. The session ends with a question-and-answer segment and the chance to enjoy traditional Japanese sweets.