Top Kansai Cooking Classes - page 5

In this hands-on workshop, appreciate the art of making Japanese tea as you prepare and try different drinks including oolong tea, matcha, and hojicha. Learn about tea’s historical significance in the country and brew tea like a master using traditional techniques and locally sourced organic tea leaves. You’ll even sample a tea cocktail and traditional Japanese sweets.

1. Whisk your own matcha using practitioner-only top-grade tea on a rare Misonodana shelf 2. Savor seasonal, plant-based Japanese sweets from Kyoto's finest confectioners 3. Tour a 150-year-old former silk merchant's townhouse and garden in Nishijin, Kyoto 4. Learn the meaning behind each movement in clear English from a 16-year trained practitioner 5. Take home simple techniques to recreate the calm of a tea ceremony in your own life

Your group only — no strangers, no shared sessions. This is our home in Arashiyama, Kyoto. When you are here, it is yours for the day. We cook together, eat together, and talk — about food, about Japan, about whatever comes up. Your hosts are Satoru, a professional chef with over 30 years of experience, and Akiko, a fluent English speaker. Guests have come to us from more than 20 countries. Some are experienced cooks. Some have never held a Japanese knife. Some are vegan and have spent their entire trip anxious about what is in their food. We have learned to read the room. And we genuinely enjoy it. One group. Maximum 4 guests. Every time.

When traveling abroad, there is no other experience like sitting down for a meal with a local. Emika opens her Kyoto home to visitors to share a private meal and conversation. Enjoy an authentic Japanese meal of sushi, miso soup, matcha green tea, and sweets with your Kyoto native host.

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.

Don't just eat sushi, learn how to make it at home in this centrally-located cooking class in Osaka. Practice the techniques to make perfect sushi and learn about the many different styles, from nigiri to gunkan. Get personalized tips from your guides so you can sharpen your Japanese cooking skills.

Learn a new skill and enjoy a delicious meal in this sushi-making class. Under the guidance of your instructor, you’ll assemble three kinds of sushi: oshi-zushi, a salad roll, and nigiri. Get demonstrations on the right techniques, and at the end of the workshop, enjoy your freshly made food alongside some miso soup.

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.

Want to make Osaka’s most beloved local foods with your own hands? Experience the true flavors of Japan in a hands-on cooking class that will create unforgettable memories! We’ll guide you through preparing Okonomi-yaki (Japanese savory pancakes) and Tako-yaki (Japanese savory dough balls). 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 Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki you've made, paired with drinks like sake, beer, and soft drinks, during a 1-hour tasting session. Our friendly instructors—fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish—will be there every step of the way to help you master the art of making authentic Japanese dishes. We provide all the ingredients and tools you'll need, so simply come ready to cook, learn, and enjoy. We can’t wait to share the joy of Japanese cuisine with you!

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.

Customize your own ramen in this unique experience that’s run out of a ramen shop in Osaka. Instead of simply enjoying a ramen lunch, why not also learn how to make ramen from an experienced chef? Listen to an explanation of each ramen ingredient before you boil the noodles and prepare your soup. Choose from a variety of different options, like Chinese soba and sea bream dashi salt ramen.

As Kyoto’s original small-group sushi-making experience, this workshop emphasizes depth, personal guidance, and authentic technique. Limited to just 8 guests, the class offers a relaxed, interactive pace with ample time for questions, hands-on practice, and individual feedback from a Japanese instructor. Guests build a strong foundation in sushi-making — from properly seasoning rice to shaping nigiri and rolling maki — using premium fresh fish and carefully selected local ingredients. The experience takes place in a beautifully restored historic townhouse near Kiyomizu-dera and Gion, providing a calm, refined setting in which to fully engage with the craft and enjoy the sushi you create.

Learn how to recreate your favorite Japanese dishes at home in this small-group cooking lesson in Osaka. The small group size allows for more personalized attention and feedback from your instructor to help you nail the different cooking techniques. Unlike classes with pre-set menus, go into your session making the dish you want from a choice of katsu curry, bento, okonomiyaki, or takoyaki.

If you have any allergies or vegetarian requirements, please make sure to inform us at the time of booking. Try the unique experience of cooking real Japanese cuisine with an experienced chef. Ramen are an extremely popular dish in Japan because it's cheap, easy and quick to eat, especially for workers who don't have time for lunch. The dish has diversified and regional specialties have even developed throughout the country. You’ll enjoy making noodles using a noodle-making machine, choose the base of soup from soy sauce, miso, and salt, and enjoy a handmade experience while being taught how to make and bake gyoza (dumpling) bean paste. We will prepare the rice and you can enjoy making your own “half-rice ramen with gyoza”. And then you'll have the chance to taste what you've cooked and take photos! By offering more than 300 Japanese and Japanese-made Western dishes to foreign visitors to Japan, we convey the wonders of Japan through the experience of taste and cooking.

Join us in an authentic Japanese-style house for an intimate cooking experience that making you feel like a friend invited over for tea. Why Choose Our Class? Small Groups: Max 6 people per class—perfect and welcoming for solo travelers! 3 popular Sweets: Learn tips and techniques to make 3 different types of Japanese desserts(wagashi) you might recognize from your favorite manga or anime. Take Home Recipes: Get full recipes to recreate these beautiful treats for your friends and family back home. Dietary Friendly: Vegetarian and vegan options available upon advance request. Note for Private Booking: For a private group of more than 5 people, simply book a standard group class and send us a message to request a private session. We can't wait to see you!

I will explain and demonstrate how to make each design step by step. This class is for suitable for someone who wants to have a unique experience, and also someone who wants to seriously learn the techniques and improve their skills for future use.

Instead of focusing on just one dish, this hands-on cooking class teaches you how to prepare udon noodles, tempura, and sushi in the same session. Learn techniques you wouldn’t get from a recipe alone, such as kneading and rolling noodle dough and achieving perfectly crispy tempura. Then, finish with the highlight—the chance to enjoy everything you’ve prepared during the class.

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.

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.

You will learn the basic information of miso such as the making process, the variety of miso. After tasting 5 different types of miso, guests will make own miso which guests can bring back with them. It includes the tips to how to use each type of miso for daily cooking, so that guests can have more cooking variety even after they are back home. This workshop is perfect for those who love cooking and want to deepen their knowledge of miso.

Master the art of Japanese home cooking in the heart of Osaka with a cozy evening dedicated to izakaya-style dishes and sake pairing. This unique experience begins with a grocery run in a local supermarket, where you'll discover intriguing ingredients and brainstorm creative takoyaki fillings. Under the guidance of an English-speaking local, prepare savory dishes like crispy takoyaki, wasabi-marinated tuna, and chicken with mayo & ponzu, all while sipping on handpicked sakes. Enjoy the full spread of your creations in a relaxed, friend-like atmosphere, and take home a downloadable recipe pack to recreate the magic at your own gatherings.

Just 1 hour! You can make Osaka's soul food, takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Easy to join during or after sightseeing in Kyoto. Attend this class and you will learn how to make takoyaki and okonomiyaki from scratch! Would you like to experience it for yourself? Not a demonstration! First, the instructor explains and then you will start by cutting the ingredients. It is a simple recipe that even children can follow, so even those who are not experienced cooks can try it. Learn cooking methods that you can easily imitate at home. Fun for any one person, for friends, couples, and families with children. Gluten-free/Vegan/Halal-friendly/allergy-free OK! Please let us know when you apply.

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.

Private Tea ceremony and Japanese calligraphy experiences in Namba, the center of tourism in Osaka. Immerse yourself in two aspects of Japanese culture in one place on the same day. All of our products provide private experiences, so you can take photos anytime and make adjustments toward the satisfaction of your experience. (e.g. I want you to take lots of photos during the experience. I want you to proceed slowly to match my child's pace accordingly. etc...) We will provide a special time for each group. The experience will be carefully guided by a friendly instructor. This is a completely private experience, so we will closely attend all our participants. Our studio is located in Namba, the center of tourism in Osaka, so you can easily reach here from Shinsaibashi-suji shopping street!