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This class goes beyond the usual cooking lesson —you’ll learn the secret plant based ingredient that gives our gyoza its meaty texture, and discover an easy trick for making ramen noodles from scratch, no special equipment needed. The broth itself is rich and creamy, built on the deep umami of traditional dashi. It’s a hands on experience loved by vegans and meat-eaters alike. Led by a former food writer with deep knowledge of Kyoto’s food scene, Yukari can also recommend the best restaurants around the city based on your taste.

This private tasting session is centered on drinking and comparing rare and premium Japanese sake, personally guided by the owner, a former sake brewer. Guests enjoy a carefully curated selection of high-end and hard-to-find sake — including iconic labels such as Juyondai and Aramasa — while receiving refined, behind-the-scenes insight from someone who has worked inside a brewery. Set in an intimate, traditional Japanese space, the experience allows you to savor exceptional sake at its finest, with explanations tailored to enhance enjoyment rather than overwhelm.

This hands-on experience allows you to create your own “decorated sushi rolls,” a unique form of Japanese sushi art. Your instructor is the president of the Decorated Sushi Association, with numerous appearances on TV and other media. Clear and friendly guidance is available in both English and Japanese, making the workshop accessible for beginners and all ages. The tour begins at Ebisu Bridge near Dotonbori in Namba. From there, you will walk about five minutes to the studio, where you will learn how to make beautifully designed sushi rolls using provided ingredients. After completing your sushi art, you may enjoy it on the spot or wrap it to take home. This activity is ideal for families, couples, small groups, and travelers who want a short, memorable, and uniquely Japanese cultural experience—especially those who prefer instruction in English or Japanese.

The temple where the event will be held is a beautiful temple located in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, surrounded by quiet mountains and in harmony with the natural landscape. The cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring and the autumn leaves are magnificent in fall. The temple has a long history, said to have been founded around the Edo period (1603-1867). It has long been a favorite place of the local people. You will surely feel the Japanese wabi and sabi!

Join hands-on Udon making experience from scratch at a cozy Kyoto home! The noodles are crafted with care using 100% domestic Japanese flour to ensure an authentic taste and texture. You will also get to taste flavorful Japanese Dashi stock and cook a delicious sweet and savory beef topping to complete your bowl. Enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that feels just like visiting a local friend—perfect for families and travelers looking for a warm, authentic cultural connection.

At the Izushi Eirakukan in the castle town of Izushi, which looks good in kimono, we will wear a kimono and take a photo. First of all, you will slowly choose your favorite kimono from more than 100 types of kimono, and the dresser will dress it. Professional photographers are on standby at Izushi Eirakukan. Determined pose in front of the camera.

Musoshin Ramen Dojo Authentic ramen-making taught by ramen masters Enjoy an authentic ramen-making experience in Gion, Kyoto, created by Musoshin, a popular ramen brand with six locations in Kyoto and Toronto. Musoshin’s Toronto locations have been recognized by Michelin for four consecutive years. This special experience includes hands-on ramen making and tasting, carefully guided by professional ramen chefs, along with a personalized chopstick engraving experience. An optional plate-painting experience is also available, making this a complete and memorable plan.

You can have a great experience of tasting attractive Sakes and comparing the taste differences. Do you know of Jyun-mai Sake, Ginjyo Sake and Dai-ginjyo Sake? I can tell you the differences between that. And I will tell you a lot of informations such as how to make and drink sake, about the aroma of sake, and how the taste of sake changes depending on the temperature. After that, if you want, we will move to a sake shop, and I will explain how to choose the best sake bottle for you.

Participants will experience making traditional Kyoto-style Temari Sushi and also taste side dishes that Japanese people eat everyday.

The kimonos we provide are from the personal collection of a certified kimono dresser. All of the kimonos are made from high-quality fabrics and feature elegant, traditional designs that align with Japanese aesthetics. After the kimono dresser helps you put on the kimono, you are free to explore and take photos outside. The nearest attractions to us are Daitoku-ji Temple and Kinkaku-ji Temple. After your sightseeing, you will return to our tea room to participate in an authentic tea ceremony. This will be an unforgettable experience that immerses you in Japanese traditional culture. Guests who come to wear kimono at 9:00, please come back at 12:45. Guests who come to wear kimono at 10:00, please come back at 13:45.

Try the unique experience of cooking real Japanese cuisine with an experienced chef. An opportunity to learn how to cook takoyaki in Osaka style! Takoyaki is a very popular dish in Japan, a ball-shaped Japanese snack made of a wheat flour-based batter and cooked in a special molded pan. “Tako” means octopus and “Yaki “grilled. Takoyaki was first popularized in Osaka, where a street vendor named Tomekichi Endo is credited with its invention in 1935. But since its invention, several regional specialties have developed, and more generally, everyone cooks takoyaki the way they like it. Instead of octopus, meat can be used, or cheese can be added, and so on. The classic takoyaki loved by the Japanese remains the one with octopus. Once you've finished your takiyaki, you can enjoy 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.

・A 3-in-1 cultural journey: Tea ceremony, sushi rolling, and crispy tempura frying. ・Learn from a master: Taught by Katsuji, an elite restaurant veteran with 38 years’ expertise. ・Take home local art: Gain pro culinary skills and a custom calligraphy souvenir.

Enjoy hospitality in a townhouse that feels like home, and have a special experience that is different from your usual trip.Spend an elegant time and experience a once-in-a-lifetime local exchange. Enjoy the four seasons of Japan in the heart of the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Realize the ultimate “value” to the fullest. Sushi is one of the most famous foods in Japan, and decorative sushi is also an ancient culture. You can even make characters that are very popular in Japan. This sushi produces the same pattern whether it is cut or not.This is a valuable experience that you can only have at our restaurant. Feel the excitement of cutting the sushi after completion. After the meal, please enjoy the matcha (powdered green tea) experience. You will be served matcha tea one by one in the tatami room. We will carefully explain the utensils and how to brew the tea. Please enjoy the view of the garden and Kyoto's fresh sweets with a sense of Kyoto. Please enjoy the hospitality of the proprietress.

A superb experience with a 4.98 rating. Experience the "heart of a craftsman" in Kyoto. 540 rave reviews prove this is more than just a cooking class—it's an unforgettable experience. A craftsman will logically teach you the secret "airiness of sushi rice," allowing even beginners to recreate professional-level flavors. In a sophisticated Kyoto setting, you'll transform carefully selected ingredients into the finest masterpiece. Wouldn't you like to experience the shock of realizing that "sushi tastes best when you make it yourself"? Want to check the current availability for this class?

Try the unique experience of cooking real Japanese cuisine with an experienced chef. An opportunity to learn how Japanese moms prepare bentos for their children! And it's not just a bento! With basic ingredients, you'll learn how to recreate the famous Pikachu character, something kids love to discover when they open their bento boxes at lunchtime. A combination of aesthetics and taste. You'll enjoy cooking, 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.

Ryuganji Temple was founded in the early Edo period. While boasting the solemn grandeur of a Buddhist temple with a long history and tradition, it fully embraces technology and pop culture, continuing to innovate daily to maximize the appeal of Buddhism. We believe we can deliver a truly unique Japanese cultural experience.

Step into everyday Japan with a hands-on cooking experience in a traditional Japanese home. Hosted by Sayuri, an experienced natural food chef, this intimate small-group experience combines seasonal Japanese home cooking with the warmth of Japanese hospitality. Prepare your own bento, sushi rolls, and seasonal side dishes, then enjoy your meal in a peaceful tatami room overlooking a koi garden. Finish with freshly whisked matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets. With a maximum of 4 guests, this is a personal way to experience Japanese food, culture, and everyday life away from the crowds of central Osaka. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

Highlight 1: You’ll gain a deep understanding of the history of Japanese sweets—which have evolved alongside the tea ceremony since the Kamakura period—and the Japanese spirit embodied in the concepts of “wabi-sabi.” Highlight 2: You’ll be able to express the beauty of Japan’s four seasons with your own hands through three elements: appearance (design), ingredients, and names. Highlight 3: You can experience firsthand the delicate and gentle handiwork of artisans, whose creations are often described as “too beautiful to eat.” Highlight 4: You can also experience the joy of giving the finished wagashi as a “wa”-inspired gift that embodies Japanese culture.

• Make sushi and Osaka-style okonomiyaki with a seasoned local chef • Experience a traditional matcha tea ceremony with Japanese sweets • Receive a personalized calligraphy card as a memorable keepsake • Family-friendly class suitable for all ages and skill levels

- Exclusive & Intimate Class (Max 5 Guests): Enjoy a peaceful, personalized hands-on experience in a serene atmosphere. - All-Inclusive Cultural Experience: Includes flower arrangement instruction, premium materials, authentic matcha, and seasonal sweets. - Hands-Free & Take Home Your Flowers: All tools and materials are provided. You can take your floral arrangement and KENZAN(flower frogs)home with you. - Artisan Craft Shopping: Selected artisan matcha bowls and flower vases will be available for purchase.

It's almost 2 hours cooking class at Japanese local house near Shimogamo shrine. At the first 20min, we will explain the background of KINUGASA DON and all other dishes, and how to cook those. After cooking, let's enjoy eating and chatting together with the local We are very happy to share our real local culture with you. Vegetarian and Vegan options are available, so please let us know when you make the reservation.

Kyoto’s Only Night-Exclusive Cultural Experience Enjoy authentic Japanese culture at night, away from daytime crowds. Experience Japan in a calm, intimate setting with a small group. Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience Use real glutinous rice with an authentic mortar and pestle to make mochi the traditional way. Hands-On Tea Ceremony Experience Learn by using real tea utensils such as the chasen, chashaku, natsume, and kensui while preparing matcha. Touch Real Japanese Swords and Bows Feel the weight of a real Japanese sword and the flexibility of a traditional bow—no glass cases, just the real thing. Enjoy Freshly Made Mochi Taste the warm mochi you made yourself, served immediately. Cultural & Historical Storytelling Learn the history and cultural background of mochi, tea ceremony, swords, and archery in a clear and engaging way. Commemorative Group Photo Finish with a memorable group photo around the mortar to capture your Kyoto experience.

Immerse yourself in Japanese food culture and learn popular Japanese dishes in the style of izakaya restaurants in this afternoon cooking class. A type of informal Japanese pub, izakaya restaurants are comparable to Irish pubs or tapas bars. During the class, learn about dashi broth and seasonings like soy sauce, mirin, sake, and miso, and prepare authentic dishes such as lotus root salad with miso and sesame sauce, gyoza, braised beef and potato, a dashi-based soup with mushroom and egg, and more.

Delve into Kyoto's culinary heritage with a hands-on Miso Ramen cooking class. Over 2.5 hours, learn to craft a rich miso broth, balancing flavors inspired by Kyoto's fermentation traditions while preparing savory toppings like cha-shu pork and soft-boiled eggs, and a refreshing marinated cucumber side. This class is perfect for anyone eager to recreate authentic ramen at home, guided by experienced chefs sharing techniques and stories that celebrate Kyoto's ramen culture. After cooking, enjoy your delicious creations with a drink in your purpose built kitchen.