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You’ll step inside a popular ramen chain’s Nagoya shop to learn how to make a delicious bowl of Nagahama ramen yourself. Start by learning about ramen-making and ingredients from a trained ramen chef while your host, Yuka, provides English support. Then, customize your experience by choosing from three types of ramen: You’ll learn how to boil the noodles as you master the art of getting just the right firmness, one of the most important aspects of Nagahama ramen. Next, you’ll pour your noodles into the rich and flavorful piping hot soup. Add seasonings and toppings to make it not just more delicious but also more photogenic. Make sure to take some pictures when your bowl is complete. With your hard work finished, dig in and enjoy the delightful flavors of the tonkotsu broth and the satisfying firmness of the noodles. Listen to a brief introduction to ramen-making Learn how to boil and drain the noodles Combine your noodles into the piping hot soup and toppings to complete your bowl.

Ramen Making Experience in Nagoya

1 hourFree Cancellation

Discover the art of Japanese home cooking in a vibrant hands-on class led by Yuka, a passionate cooking specialist and licensed nutritionist with extensive culinary experience. This engaging session in downtown Nagoya invites you to prepare a seasonal washoku meal featuring five dishes, including miso soup and a rolled omelet, using high-quality ingredients unique to Aichi Prefecture. Enjoy a tasting of traditional dashi and seasonings, learn Japanese table manners, and savor your creations with matcha green tea. Yuka's expertise and cultural insights will enrich your culinary journey as you immerse yourself in the flavors of Japan.

Nagoya Seasonal Japanese Cooking Class

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Join a relaxed home-style cooking experience in central Nagoya and discover dishes loved by local families. Start with a short neighborhood walk and a visit to a Japanese supermarket to learn about everyday ingredients and local food culture. Then cook one of three popular menu options — Tenmusu, Temari Sushi, or Okonomiyaki — using ingredients that are already prepared, so you can simply enjoy the cooking process. No cooking experience is necessary — just come hungry and ready to enjoy an authentic local experience.

Home-Style Cooking Experience — Cook, Eat & Recreate at Home

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Menu1: Traditional Japanese daily meals: Chicken

Discover the essence of traditional Japanese home cooking, ichiju-sansai, in Nagoya, where local fermentation traditions enhance dishes with miso, malt, and soy sauce. Learn to craft a Japanese soup stock using kelp and bonito flakes under the guidance of Grandma, sharing her expertise and culinary wisdom. The dishes we cook together are my family’s cherished recipes—healthy, well-balanced meals that have been passed down and loved through generations. You will also have the pleasure of tasting different kinds of miso, a traditional fermented seasoning that is at the heart of Japanese home cooking. After preparing and tasting these dishes, participants partake in a serene matcha ceremony, crafting and enjoying matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets. Limited to four people, this intimate experience promises a personalized journey into Nagoya's rich culinary heritage.

Grandma's Traditional Japanese Cooking Class in Nagoya

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Endoji Shopping Arcade is a charming covered shopping street near Nagoya Station, blending the nostalgic atmosphere of a bygone era with the infusion of modern culture since the Meiji period. Located within this arcade, the tea room Wasuikouan offers the opportunity to enjoy a meal of one soup and two side dishes, along with tea and sweets. Experience the cultural richness and culinary delights in the heart of Nagoya's historic district.

Private Tea Ceremony Experience in a Shopping Arcade Tea Room

1 hourFree Cancellation

Sushi Japanese Cooking Class with Matcha

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

You will have the opportunity to taste the unique umami of each type of dashi. Please savor a taste of kombu dashi (prepared three days in advance). Next, experience the umami of the finest dashi by shaving bonito flakes. We take pride in using water from Yoro, Gifu Prefecture. You'll witness the preparation of dishes such as dashi-maki tamago (rolled omelette with dashi) and miso soup right in front of you across the counter. Engage in lively conversation with the chef as you experience an immersive demonstration.

Private Japanese Cuisine Tour with Guide in Suzu-ki

2 hours 15 minutes

Craft Your Own Unique Miso In this workshop, you’ll create a custom miso blend using your choice of beans, grains, and salt levels, allowing you to tailor its sweetness, depth, and saltiness. ・Participate in a hands-on miso-making workshop to create Japan's staple rice-based miso, representing 80% of all miso made in the country. ・This family-friendly activity welcomes all ages, with a special tradition that children’s hands add unique flavors to the miso. ・The workshop lasts about two hours, with a total time of up to three hours, including preparation. ・Enjoy a warm bowl of homemade miso soup made with our family’s own miso for an authentic tasting experience. ・For Japanese culture lovers ; Miso has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for over a thousand years. ・Ideal for Japanese culture enthusiasts, this workshop offers a memorable dive into traditional culinary heritage. ・Take Home a “Living” Product；Bring home your miso to continue fermenting!

Private Miso Making Workshop Using Natural Ingredients

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Endoji Shopping Arcade is a charming arcade near Nagoya Station that embodies the nostalgic atmosphere of an old town dating back to the Meiji era, blended with the allure of new culture. Within the arcade, at the tea room Wasuikouan, you can enjoy a Zen meditation experience along with a simple meal of one soup, two dishes, and tea with sweets.We offer a Zen (meditation) experience led by an instructor with 15 years of meditation experience.

Zen Meditation and Tea Ceremony in Endoji Arcade

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy Japanese French cuisine at a restaurant with a panoramic view of Nagoya city

Refined Dining Above the City Skyline The highlight of this plan is the exceptional setting—30 floors above ground, offering a panoramic view of Nagoya. From this exclusive vantage point, you can enjoy the city’s evening lights while relaxing in a sophisticated, private atmosphere. This is not a typical dinner; it is an opportunity to experience "Japanese-French fusion" at its finest. The menu features premium local ingredients, such as Mikawa Isshiki eel and Nagoya Cochin, prepared with meticulous French techniques. Each dish is designed to highlight the natural flavors of the season, providing a true taste of the region's culinary culture. To conclude your evening, a signature cocktail awaits at the top-floor bar. Combined with the stunning scenery, this experience offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and local hospitality. It is the ideal way to spend a memorable final night in Nagoya.

Japanese-French Fusion Dinner & Cocktail with Nagoya Views

Nagoya local food

Experience Nagoya’s rich food culture in a hands-on cooking class led by a local grandmother who’s passionate about traditional cuisine and fermentation. Learn how to make authentic dashi from kombu and bonito flakes while discovering her deep knowledge and cooking wisdom. You’ll prepare and enjoy three popular local “Nagoya-meshi” dishes, and with the included recipes, you can recreate them at home. After the meal, take part in a tea ceremony experience — whisk your own bowl of matcha and enjoy it with a seasonal Japanese sweet. This small-group class (up to four people) offers an intimate and unforgettable way to connect with the heart of Nagoya’s culinary traditions. please feel free to get in touch if you have questions.

Nagoya local Food Cooking Class with Grandma and Matcha Ceremony

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Step into the world of Japanese cuisine with a delightful cooking class designed for families. Under the guidance of Yuka, a licensed nutritionist, learn the art of crafting handmade udon noodles from scratch, kneading and rolling the dough into perfect shapes. Prepare a flavorful dashi broth and customize your bowl with fresh toppings. Fold gyoza dumplings together and cook them to achieve that perfect crispy finish. This engaging experience offers a taste of Aichi’s traditional fermented flavors, making it not just a cooking class, but a cultural journey your family will cherish.We can also accommodate vegetarian, halal, or kosher options. Please feel free to let us know your preferences!We’re happy to be flexible with time changes as well, so please feel free to reach out anytime.

Udon and Gyoza Cooking Class in Nagoya

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Ramen is now one of the most popular Japanese foods! In this lesson, you will try making miso ramen with lots of vegetables. Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning, and there are many varieties. Nagoya has a thriving fermentation culture, and there are many stores that have been producing miso, soy sauce, and mirin for centuries. The miso from nagoya is called “aka-miso” (red miso), which is darker in color and slightly salty in contrast to Kyoto's white miso, but when made into ramen, it is very mild and goes very well with vegetables and noodles. In this lesson, we will show you the recommended recipe and how to make a flavorful ramen soup. After cooking, it is time for tasting! Please enjoy the hot, freshly made ramen. While enjoying your meal, let's talk about Nagoya, the wonderful sightseeing spots around Japan, your country, and much more! We look forward to seeing you there!

【Nagoya】Miso Ramen Lesson with Plenty of Vegetables

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Aichi prefecture is known as one of Japan’s leading areas for traditional seasonings, including soy sauce, mirin, sake, vinegar and miso. In this hands-on lesson, you will discover how traditional fermentation transforms simple ingredients into a rich, complex flavor. You will use premium local seasonings–artisan soy sauce, authentic brewed mirin and local sake–to create the ultimate Teriyaki Chicken. To complete the meal, we will also prepare traditional side dishes; Miso soup made with Aichi’s famous red miso, a refreshing side dish using local vinegar, and Dashimaki Tamago (rolled omelet) seasoned with white dashi. After the cooking session, sit down and savor the delicious meal you’ve created! The lesson is beginner-friendly and suitable for all skill levels. This experience is perfect for travelers who want to enjoy Japanese home cuisine and take home practical cooking skills to share with your family and friends! We look forward to cooking with you!

Authentic Teriyaki Chicken with Fermented Seasonings Nagoya

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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