Top Kanto Cooking Classes

Step inside the Tokyo home of a chef–and learn far more than you would visiting a restaurant–for this small-group cooking class to discover all about the iconic delicacy of sushi. Try new cooking techniques and discover ingredients and flavors you might otherwise have missed. Learn about the dish’s history, discover the terminology used around it, and hear insights on traditional Japanese eating etiquette before enjoying your own creations.

Learn the art of sushi from a professional chef in this hands-on Tokyo cooking class. Hosted by a former Hyatt chef, you'll prepare nigiri, rolls, and other staples, using fresh local ingredients. A treat for food lovers, this intimate workshop teaches more than just technique—it’s a cultural deep dive into the hospitality for which the nation is world-renowned.

Tofu is a central ingredient in Japanese cuisine. Around 200 years ago during the Edo period, tofu dishes were already so popular that a book which introduces 100 different dishes became a bestseller. Tofu is made from soybeans, which is over 100 varieties in Japan. We are using our most favorite kind of soybean, so flavorful and fresh. So how about making your own delicious tofu and enjoy some kinds of soy cuisines? During the class, you can learn about history of Tofu and Soy cuisines. After the class, we will give you photos of the experience and recipes. Please enjoy the whole of tofu and soy cuisines!

YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO offers a hands-on cooking class where you can make authentic Japanese ramen and gyoza from scratch! Located in the heart of Tokyo, near Yanaka. What You'll Experience: Ramen: Learn how to make home style ramen noodles, prepare a rich and flavorful broth, and master the perfect toppings. Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings): Make crispy, juicy Japanese-style dumplings from scratch, including the filling and folding techniques. ‍ Expert Guidance: Our experienced instructor will guide you through every step, ensuring a fun and educational experience. Enjoy Your Creations: After cooking, sit down and enjoy your homemade ramen and gyoza with fellow participants. Why Choose Us? ✅ Small class size for a personalized experience ✅ Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers ✅ Located just 10 minutes from JR Nishi Nippori Station Book now and bring home the skills to recreate authentic Japanese flavors in your own kitchen!

Learn more about traditional Japanese culture during a tea ceremony and sweets-making workshop at a tea house in Tokyo’s historic Asakusa neighborhood. Understand the cultural significance of tea and practice making sweets that you can eat after. You’ll even get to dress up in a beautiful kimono or other traditional clothing and pose for photos. Tickets must be exchanged for entry at the starting point.

Taste the Tuna Served at Ginza's Finest Sushi Restaurants in a Private Yokohama Home What if you could enjoy the same premium tuna supplied to some of Ginza's finest sushi restaurants and learn to prepare it yourself? Welcome to my home in Yokohama, where my husband's family has been in the tuna wholesale business for 150 years. This is your chance to experience exceptional Japanese ingredients up close, far beyond simply ordering sushi at a restaurant. Together, we'll create beautiful temari sushi using premium tuna and A5-grade Wagyu beef, enjoy a selection of Japanese sake, and finish with matcha and mochi. This is more than a meal. It's a personal, hands-on experience of Japanese food culture, shared in the warmth of a local home. Visiting Yokohama on a cruise? We offer complimentary pickup at Yokohama Osanbashi Port and Daikoku, with flexible start times by arrangement. Step ashore and discover a delicious side of Japan that you won't find on an ordinary shore excursion.

Travelers interested in learning about the different aspects of Japanese culture will love this full-day private activity. Take part in a traditional tea ceremony, learn to play the koto musical instrument, dress in Japanese clothing, and make some delicious food that you can eat after. This is an ideal activity for families and it’s held in the intimate environment of a real Japanese home, for an extra personal touch.

Michiko is a professional cooking teacher and has been conducting cooking lessons for Japanese locals for 5 years. She is now excited to share Japanese home cooking with travelers and teach you to make handmade udon noodles from scratch. If learning about Japanese ingredients, cuisine, culture and culinary traditions is something that interests you, then this is the perfect class for you. Her cooking class is perfect for adults as well as children. Michiko learned to cook traditional Japanese dishes from her mother and is so thrilled to pass on her passion and share a Japanese home-cooked meal with people from around the world！

Step into the cozy kitchen of a real Tokyo mom and experience the warm hospitality of Japanese home cooking. This class offers more than just recipes—it’s a cultural journey guided by someone who has cooked these meals for her own family. You’ll prepare handmade dishes that Japanese people truly eat at home, using natural ingredients and seasonal vegetables. Learn the fundamentals of washoku (Japanese cuisine), including how to make authentic dashi (Japanese soup stock) without additives. All main dishes and sides are made from scratch. This is not a touristy cooking show—this is a heartwarming, real-life taste of Japan.

A tea ceremony is an essential Japanese cultural experience, and this one offers a more authentic setting by taking place at the beautiful Koboji Temple rather than a tourist venue. To make the moment more memorable and photogenic, wear a traditional Oshima tsumugi haori (light jacket). Watch a tea master’s demonstration and enjoy high-quality matcha served with traditional seasonal wagashi (sweets) in a private setting.

Let’s make curry roux from scratch at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO, near charming Yanaka! When you make it yourself, you can customize the flavor just the way you like. Japanese curry is a beloved comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages. In this hands-on class led by a home chef, you’ll learn how to make curry from scratch and fry perfectly crispy, golden-brown tonkatsu—all in a fun, interactive small-group setting. We provide simple, easy-to-follow recipes and share tips on how to substitute ingredients with ones available in your own country. Vegetarian options are also available—just let us know your preferences in advance. Our studio is tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tokyo’s old downtown district. Here, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday Japanese life. As we cook together, I hope you’ll enjoy discovering the little details that make a Japanese kitchen special. I truly look forward to welcoming you. Let’s enjoy cooking together in a warm, home-style Japanese kitchen!

Discover how to prepare two of Japan’s most famous delicacies–and learn far more than you would eating them in a restaurant–on this small-group sushi roll and tempura cooking class in Tokyo’s Nakano area. Learn new cooking techniques, discover traditional methods, and hear local insights as you prepare (and then savor) three different types of sushi roll and deep-fried seafood and vegetable tempura.

After a warm welcome, you’ll begin by exploring the foundation of Japanese flavor: umami and dashi. One of the most distinctive aspects of this class is that you’ll get to see how three types of dashi—kombu (kelp), katsuobushi (bonito), and awase (combined)—are made right in front of you, and enjoy a rare opportunity to taste and compare each one side by side. Next, you’ll watch a demonstration of how to prepare traditional Japanese side dishes and miso soup. The plating process itself is a fun and engaging part of the experience. You’ll then try your hand at making fluffy dashimaki tamago (Japanese rolled omelet) using a rectangular tamagoyaki pan, and finally, choose from a variety of traditional fillings to make and shape your own onigiri (rice balls) by hand. This immersive class offers not only hands-on cooking but also a deep understanding of Japan’s culinary heritage.

This workshop is one of the few sushi-making experiences where guests start by filleting the fish. Join a private class led by a sushi master with experience at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Watch live demonstrations of professional knife work and nigiri preparation, and learn how cutting technique, ingredient balance, and seasonality transform each piece of sushi. All steps will be guided by fully bilingual staff under private settings so that you can fully immerse yourself in the craft of sushi making. This is more than a cooking class—it's an invitation to carry forward a mindset where attention to ingredients connects to larger questions of sustainability and respect for what we consume.

If you’re looking for an authentic foodie experience in Japan—this is it! Expand your knowledge about Japan’s traditional dishes, and test out your culinary skills by making them yourself. Cook “okonomiyaki” (Japanese savory pancakes with vegetables, pork, and egg noodles), and “gyoza” (dumpling with minced pork and vegetables) too. Afterwards, continue to expand your food knowledge with a supermarket tour, so you find out about ingredients that you didn’t know about before.

Immerse yourself in the art of Japanese cuisine with a hands-on cooking class led by a local expert, Miki, in her home. Opt for a market tour to explore iconic spots like Kappabashi or Yotsuya market before diving into the culinary adventure. Choose from sushi, bento, or gyoza dishes, and learn to craft authentic Japanese sides like miso soup and sushi rice.

Sampling authentic Japanese ramen is top of many travelers' to-do list, and this small-group experience teaches you to make it from scratch. Start in a family-owned noodle factory in Yokohama, where you shape your own ramen noodles from a choice of doughs to suit your taste. From there, head to a local home to cook a full Japanese meal together, finishing with a toast of sparkling plum wine before sitting down together to eat.

If you're seeking to experience authentic Japanese culture in a homely setting close to Tokyo, this is your ideal destination. This hands-on experience is conducted in the comfort of an ordinary Japanese home, accommodating a maximum of three guests per day to ensure a personalized and intimate setting. ＊Pricing & Duration: Note: A maximum of two women are allowed per group •Single Participant (2.5 hours) •Two Participants (3 hours) •Three Participants(3.5 hours) ・Couples Package (3 hours) ・Two couples participents(3.5 hours) Includes dressing one silk kimono for the lady and one cotton kimono for the gentleman, complemented by a decorative katana.We also provide a Ninja costumes. Immerse yourself in the elegance and experience the luxury of Japanese silk in an intimate, personal setting. This is a wonderful opportunity to not only wear a traditional kimono but also to capture beautiful moments with a high-quality camera. This service is not offered during the height of summer.

Learn about washoku—or Japanese cuisine—and how to prepare a seasonal Ichiju Sansai meal of soup, rice, one main dish, and two side dishes in a private cooking class in Tokyo. Discover Japanese culinary customs, etiquette, and the spirit of omotenashi while cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy hands-on practice, a complete meal, and an English recipe to take home.

Discover the art of sushi with this rare opportunity to interact directly with a professional sushi chef. Watch as the chef demonstrates techniques such as searing, marinating, and wrapping, while sharing practical tips along the way. As well as learning new sushi skills, you can also enjoy the perk of having a 14-piece sushi tasting included.

Join our Authentic Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class, where you'll learn from professional bilingual ramen chefs in a real restaurant kitchen. Make fresh ramen noodles from scratch, fold handmade gyoza, prepare authentic toppings and assemble your own restaurant-quality bowl of ramen in just two hours. Choose between two ramen styles every day: rich Tonkotsu or refined Shoyu. We happily cater for vegetarian, gluten-free, pork-free and most other dietary requirements with advance notice. Every guest has their own workstation and prepares every component under the guidance of professional ramen chefs. Whether you're visiting Tokyo for the first time or returning for another adventure, it's the perfect evening activity after a day of sightseeing. Located in Minami Aoyama, just minutes from Omotesando, our kitchen is surrounded by boutique cafés, designer stores and hidden local gems—the perfect way to end a day exploring Tokyo.

Step into Matcha Discovery, a hands-on workshop in a quiet, hidden corner of Shibuya where you whisk your own matcha and shape it into a latte, from start to finish. ・Whisk your own matcha and shape it into a latte, from start to finish ・Taste Pure Matcha from a heritage tea merchant with 10 generations of history ・Learn to whisk matcha using traditional Japanese tea tools ・Uncover the history and culture behind Japan's matcha tradition ・Friendly, step-by-step guidance makes this a great first-time experience

Immerse yourself in the playful spirit of Japanese “kawaii” culture with our Tokyo Character Sushi Experience! Learn to craft adorable character sushi, capturing the creativity and charm unique to Japan. Kawaii culture is a beloved aspect of Japanese life, celebrating all things cute and whimsical across anime, manga, fashion, and everyday objects. This workshop, led by enthusiastic local instructors, brings kawaii culture to your fingertips with an interactive culinary twist. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or groups of friends, our workshop provides a friendly, social environment to create and share your sushi art. Plus, our convenient Tokyo location near popular areas like Shibuya, Asakusa, and Tokyo Station makes it easy to fit into any itinerary. Take home not only delicious memories but also a uniquely crafted part of Japan's cultural heritage!

Master the way of the Samurai in Tokyo with an intimate, small-group sword experience. Suit up in a traditional kimono, then follow expert instruction as you learn how to draw, hold, swing, and sheath a samurai sword like the professionals. Put your skills to the test by cutting through straw targets, plus gain deeper insight into traditional swordsmanship and ask plenty of questions. Wrap up your session with a cup of traditional Japanese tea.