Top Kobe Classes & Workshops

Step into a cozy local home in Kobe and enjoy an authentic Japanese cooking experience. In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare a delicious sukiyaki hot pot using premium Kobe Beef, known worldwide for its exceptional marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Alongside the beef, you’ll cook with a variety of vegetables and tofu adding depth and balance to the dish. But the experience doesn’t stop there—you’ll also learn how to make udon noodles from scratch! This fun and satisfying process connects you to the heart of Japanese food culture. The class is led by a friendly local instructor, born and raised in Kobe, who welcomes you into her own kitchen, offering a warm and personal atmosphere. As a special gift, you’ll receive a pair of Japanese chopsticks to take home—a meaningful souvenir of your culinary adventure. Whether you're a passionate foodie or just curious about Japanese cuisine, this experience offers rich flavors, local hospitality, and hands-on learning you won’t forget.

Experience Japanese home cooking and learn to make ramen and gyoza with a friendly Kobe local host This class takes place at the host’s Japanese-style apartment in Kobe Make a soy sauce-based ramen with toppings and fry crispy gyoza filled with vegetables, pork and meat Enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with your host and take home a cute set of chopsticks as a souvenir A vegetarian option is available! Replace meat with flavorful vegetables (please inquire upon booking)

Join us for an interactive okonomiyaki cooking class led by Aiko-sensei in a traditional Japanese house with stunning views of Kobe and the whole Kansai region. You’ll use seasonal ingredients and learn the ingredient preparation, cooking, and presentation. We welcome vegetarians and can accommodate dietary restrictions with prior notice as well.

Aiko-sensei isn't just an Ikebana instructor; she's embedded in the Kobe community, running her own afterschool program and Ikebana classroom. You'll gain cultural insights from a Kobe resident. And this isn't just a demonstration - it's hands-on! You'll create your own Ikebana display under Aiko-sensei's expert guidance. Language won't be a barrier. Dedicated English translator, Jarrod, will ensure you can fully engage with Aiko-sensei and understand every aspect of Ikebana. Our setting is a charming, traditional Japanese venue that enhances the authenticity of your experience. We keep our groups small too, ensuring an intimate, personalized experience. Acquire the knowledge to continue practicing it back home, keeping the spirit of Kobe with you! Easy Access: Our venue is easily accessible by public transit, with bus #7 connecting you to the heart of Kobe.

・Learn directly from an 8th-degree Shitoryu Karate master, offering an authentic and expert-led experience. ・Practice "Yon no Kata," a fundamental form that teaches essential techniques in Karate. ・Take home a certificate of completion as a unique memento of your training. ・The lesson is tailored to all skill levels, making it ideal for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

This will be an interactive Matcha experience, where we're happy to answer all your questions to the best of our knowledge. Whether you've tried a tea experience before but still have lingering questions, or if you're looking to learn the basics before attending a formal tea ceremony, this is the perfect place for you.

Not only will you experience making sushi and enjoying shabu-shabu with Kobe beef, but you will also receive unique insights into the history of Kobe beef and how to distinguish the different grades of meat in a one-of-a-kind cooking class!

Experience making a handmade ring by hammering the texture using the Japanese traditional style called "Tankin." You will choose your favorite material, thickness, and texture, and then use special hammers and tools to customize your own ring. The entire process takes around 1 hour. Staff will carefully explain the steps and help you take remembrance photos. This workshop is highly recommended for a high-quality gift or souvenir. Embrace your creativity and enjoy our unique experience in Japan.

With my 20+ years of home cooking experience, I am happy to offer Hand-rolled sushi, a very popular Japanese dish available only at home, not in restaurants! I very much care about the FRESHNESS of LOCAL ingredients, such as rice and seaweed harvested in Kobe, and I make sure that those ingredients are prepared with traditional Japanese tools.

Join us for a hands-on bento-making experience at your host’s home! Your local host will guide you through the process of selecting the freshest seasonal ingredients, including the day’s catch from the nearby fishing port and produce from local farmers. You’ll also learn time-honored techniques and insider tips for creating healthy, delicious, and nutritious bento boxes. As this is a private activity, we can tailor the menu to your specific dietary preferences, including allergies, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and more.