Top Osaka Prefecture Food & Drink Classes - page 2

In this experience, you can freely ask questions and take as many photos as you like during the tea ceremony. You will also create a matcha tea bowl using a traditional Japanese pottery technique called the "kurinuki" method. The experience includes two chopsticks rests as a gift, which you can use to enjoy sweets for tea ceremony at home. This double workshop is offered in our studio, a century-old two-storey building located in the Ikuno Ward. It is a very local area in Osaka, so exploring around here after the experience would be interesting and enjoyable. The bowl will be sent to the address provided after 3 months, shipping costs are NOT included in the price of the experience.

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!

Skip the usual food and restaurant scenes for this small-group cooking class in a local hostel. Learn everything needed to prepare miso soup and *okonomiyaki*, savory pancake dishes also known as Osaka’s “comfort food.” Meet in the hostel near Nagahoribashi subway station and cook with your group and city locals invited by your host.

The best way to appreciate Japan’s great food is to learn to cook it yourself. This immersive tour starts with meeting your guide (and chef), to cook a meal together, and explore the Karahori Shotengai market (if option selected). It’ll help you learn about ingredients, techniques, and culinary traditions before you cook. The cooking experience will cover dishes such as sushi, character bento boxes, or Japanese curry rice. You’ll be able to ask questions and go at your own pace.

Enjoy a delicious plate of Osaka’s most famous street food, takoyaki. Learn how to make your own grilled octopus balls in this cooking class. You’ll use your teacher’s secret recipe and special ingredients like Wagyu and cheese to make takoyaki that may be even better than what you can buy outside. Enhance the experience with a Japanese sake tasting led by a sake sommelier.

Michelin-Level Expertise Chef Yuki Wada brings 4.5 years of experience from a Michelin Bib Gourmand izakaya, blending authentic techniques with creative innovation. Unique Gluten-Free Approach This class focuses on gluten-free versions of ramen and gyoza, offering a modern twist on Japanese classics. Hands-On and Fun From rolling gyoza wrappers to perfecting ramen broth, enjoy an interactive and educational experience. Authentic Yet Approachable Designed to balance authenticity with ease, this class suits both seasoned foodies and beginners alike. Book now to explore unforgettable flavors and skills in the heart of Osaka!

Discover how to make ramen from scratch in this small-group class conveniently located near Osaka Castle. Learn tips and authentic cooking techniques from English-speaking instructors who can answer any questions you have in real time. From pulling fresh noodles to making the soup base, you'll learn every step of the process from a professional.

Make the most of Osaka's delicious food scene by learning how to make some traditional dishes at home in this small-group class. Learn how to make authentic matcha at home, too. The small class size means you can get more feedback and tips from your instructor, with plenty of room to ask questions.

Live like a samurai with this private experience near Osaka Castle, where you’ll learn all about samurai culture and be professionally photographed in your own suit of armor. A workshop on the martial art of Iaido will teach you about Japanese swordsmanship and let you try some cool moves. You’ll also draw calligraphy and experience a samurai tea ceremony.

Visit a popular micro pig cafe in Osaka and enjoy a unique animal experience. Pet, feed, and take photos with adorable and friendly micro pigs in a clean and cozy indoor space. Our pigs are gentle, well cared for, and love meeting guests from around the world. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and animal lovers visiting Japan. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Gamou 4-chome Station. Photo review offer: Guests who post a review with a photo during their micro pig interaction experience will receive complimentary pig treats. Important: To protect the health of our pigs, guests who have traveled from countries affected by ASF (African Swine Fever) within the past 2 days are not allowed to enter. Participation is possible from the 3rd day after arriving in Japan. Please check the image for more details.

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, 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.

Experience hand-made udon at a Michelin-listed restaurant. You'll get detailed guidance to recreate Udon at home, along with a recipe after the class. If you wish, you can enjoy making udon while sipping Japanese sake or beer. Our chef will cook your noodles and serve them with special broth which is made from all-natural, additive-free ingredients, using kombu, shiitake mushrooms, and katsuobushi (Bonito stock) in beautiful bowls. You can also order side dishes, like tempura or extra udon (they are not included in the fee). Vegetarians are welcome. Let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions. The instructor will take and share photos of your experience.

Kobe beef is the one of the finest beef in Japan. You can make beef bowl which is homecooked dish using Kobe beef. And You Learn how to make Shiratama dango Which is popular among traditional Japanese sweets and you eat it with Kinako(soybeans powder).

I think it will be a special and unforgettable time for you to experience making Japanese soba, a traditional Japanese culture, in a calm temple. And you can't get the taste of soba noodles you make yourself anywhere else. I would like to sincerely share with you the traditional culture of Japan.

Experience an authentic Japanese tradition for yourself by partaking in this small-group tea ceremony in Osaka. In addition to learning from a tea master, you'll also dress the part in a traditional kimono. Learn about the history behind the ceremony and how you can prepare delicious tea at home. This package includes tea, Japanese sweets, and your kimono rental for a seamless experience.

Immerse yourself in two essential Japanese traditions in a single, engaging session. First, you will learn the art of shodō (Japanese calligraphy) — mastering basic brush strokes, writing your name or favorite Japanese characters, and creating a personal calligraphy piece to take home. Next, you will shift to the serene world of the tea ceremony (chanoyu). Under guidance, you will experience the full ritual: grinding matcha by hand using a stone mill, preparing your own bowl of matcha, and savoring it alongside traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi). Throughout the class, your instructor will explain the history, philosophy, and etiquette behind each practice, opening a window into Japanese aesthetics and mindfulness.

In this class, under the guidance of an instructor, participants learn about ingredients and cooking methods while actually cooking together. The kitchen studio is a renovated 90 year old house where you can enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. The instructor is a local who grew up eating Japanese home cooking every day. She is a certified dietary education instructor and has over 5 years of experience teaching cooking classes at home and at school. Please tell us on booking if you have any food allergies or restrictions. We will try our best to accommodate. Shared class and Private class are available. If you wish a private class, please contact us directly for booking. (Accompanying children under 3 years old, please book a private class.)

Engage in the serene world of Japanese culture with a traditional tea ceremony in an authentic Japanese house. Begin with a warm welcome featuring tea and a sweet treat, followed by a unique calligraphy session led by Yayoi. Experience the ritual of entering the tea room, where history and tranquility converge. Witness a demonstration of temae, the art of tea-making, and learn the etiquette of savoring matcha. Finally, select your favorite tea bowl, prepare your own matcha, and relish it alongside delightful Japanese sweets, immersing yourself in this timeless tradition.

Not only will you be exposed to Japanese culture, but you will actually be able to experience it for yourself. Not only can you drink traditional matcha green tea, but you can also experience sencha green tea and sweets, which are commonly consumed in Japan today.

The most popular sushi making class in Osaka, doutonbori! You can learn how to make sushi from ingredients. We will teach you the details so that you become able to make sushi at home. ・12 pieces of sushi(nigiri style, gunkan style) ・You can enjoy Japanese sake and beer

• Join a Japanese tea ceremony with a professional • Make sushi and ramen from scratch • Bring home some calligraphy art as a souvenir • Experience cooking a real Japanese home in Osaka

"Takoyaki" is a traditional food that originated in Osaka. It is cooked in a special takoyaki machine and eaten with a toothpick. Many tourists who visit Osaka buy takoyaki at stores, but locals often make them at home. They gather with family and friends and spend a fun time cooking and eating takoyaki together. The filling doesn't have to be octopus! You can add your favorite fillings, such as cheese or crab sticks. During this experience, you can also enjoy Ramune, a traditional Japanese carbonated drink, with your takoyaki. We hope you will experience the joy of making and eating "takoyaki," the pride of Osaka, together in the region where it originated.

Experience authentic Osaka home cooking in a warm and welcoming local home. Guided by Keiko, who has over 20 years of experience teaching Japanese cooking, you’ll learn to make Osaka’s beloved Okonomiyaki and Omusoba from scratch. You’ll also create traditional Fruit Daifuku and enjoy a casual matcha experience. This private, hands-on cooking class offers personalized instruction, vegan-friendly options, and insights into Japanese food culture. Photos, videos, and recipes are included, so you can recreate these delicious dishes and cherish your memories long after your trip to Japan.

Experience authentic Japanese home cooking in a local Osaka home. With over 20 years of experience teaching Japanese cooking and more than 3 years of welcoming international guests, I offer a high-quality and authentic culinary experience that goes beyond a typical cooking class. Throughout the class, I will take photos and videos of your experience and share them with you after the lesson, so you can cherish the memories and recreate the dishes at home using the recipes provided. Enjoy delicious food, learn about Japanese culture, and create unforgettable memories in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.