Top Tokyo Food & Drink Classes - page 4

Make a delicious bowl of Tokyo ramen in one of the city's best ramen shops. Learn how to prep ramen ingredients before you massage and shake the noodles to perfection. After you add your preferred toppings, it's time to eat your creation. This is a one-of-a-kind of experience thanks to the exclusive access provided by the award-winning ramen shop. Be advised that the ramen served contains chicken, pork, and fish.

Learn the foundations of a Japanese tea ceremony with a 'tea master' who teaches its connection to Zen practice. Enjoy wagashi sweets paired specifically for matcha’s flavor profile, then participate in each step of the ceremony. This hands-on session gives travelers a calm pause from city exploration while offering insight into the aesthetics, architecture, and mindfulness that shape Japan’s approach to hospitality and dining.

Visit Mt. Fuji and other area highlights in one day, without the hassle of arranging multiple stops and activities, on this day tour from Tokyo. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a guide who accompanies you to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station. Ride the Hakone Ropeway for aerial views of the area, then take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi before returning to Tokyo by bullet train. Upgrade to include a traditional lunch.

Leave the tourist trail to discover the off-the-grid enclaves and eateries that are loved by Tokyo locals. With a guide, you’ll visit the tachinomi (standing bars) of Oimachi and Kamata neighborhoods, enjoying cold drinks and Japanese or Western-style snacks as you go. It’s a great way to experience the local culture, and meet other food-loving travelers as you explore in a small group that’s limited to five people.

Discover Shibuya’s nightlife food scene without the stress of finding authentic spots or navigating crowded, tourist-heavy restaurants. On a small-group guided evening, you’re led to hidden local venues to sample generous portions of classic Japanese dishes with unlimited tastings at each stop. It’s an easy way to experience authentic cuisine, local culture, and iconic surroundings while staying fully satisfied and avoiding surprise costs.

Go beyond the typical dining establishments frequented by tourists and get a real taste of local life on this guided food tour in Tokyo. In the company of a local host, discover local ingredients and dishes you have never heard of, and visit eateries you'd never find on your own. Eat your way around the city, visiting 2-3 different places that might include side street yakitori, tiny sushi joints, and lively izakaya, while your host shares insights into Tokyo food culture.

See Tokyo like a local with this trip around town, complete with a local host. You'll get to visit many of the city's top attractions and off-the-beaten-track gems, with stops to eat and drink at local cafes (own expense). Combine walking with public transport when needed. Your guide will also be on hand to give you advice and recommendations as you plan for the rest of your trip.

Orient yourself on your first day in Tokyo, and see the city through the eyes of a local. During this customized tour with your personal host, learn how to navigate and use Tokyo’s transport system. Choose from the city’s most famous attractions, or explore up-and-coming neighborhoods. Understand cultural practices, find the best places to eat, and get advice on Tokyo’s nightlife scene.

Japanese dishes can be tricky to master but bento box isn't one of them! Join our 3-hour cooking class to learn how to make a bento box from scratch. Our expert Japanese chef will guide on choosing the best ingredients and the traditional method for making bento, so you can easily recreate this dish in your home kitchen.

This experience is perfect for both newcomers to sake and enthusiasts alike! We source highly-rated sakes from across the country, offering a fun and accessible sake tasting experience. Sake can be enjoyed at various temperatures depending on the season and the dish, allowing you to explore its unique aromas, rich depth, and crisp flavors while pairing it with different foods.

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.

Anyone can go to Tokyo and eat top-notch sushi—but how do you get your fix once your vacation ends? This private workshop pairs you with an experienced sushi master who teaches slicing raw fish, selecting seasonal ingredients, and making fresh rolls and nigiri. Come hungry, as workshops end with a freshly prepared meal.

Safe, Authentic Japanese Cooking for Gluten-Free & Celiac Travelers! Enjoy a private, fully customized culinary experience with total peace of mind: 100% Gluten-Free: Cook favorites like scratch-made gyoza and crispy karaage. Strict Safety: Careful ingredient selection to prevent cross-contamination. Expert & Welcoming: Taught by a host with 15+ years of experience in a relaxed home environment. Reconnect with Japanese cuisine and take home recipes you can easily recreate!

You can enjoy the ramen making experience by yourself or with friends and family. Have fun while learning about Japanese ramen in the heart of Shinjuku. You can skip the process of making noodles and soup from scratch and enjoy delicious meals easily. (Ramen soup contains pork, chicken, and beef soup.)

Combine Tokyo’s natural beauty with a fun foodie experience on this two-in-one guided tour through Setagaya. Start with a relaxing walk around Todoroki Temple, then take part in a hands-on class to make Japan’s famous fluffy pancakes. Learn tips and tricks to recreate the pancakes at home, and enjoy plating them with seasonal fruits. A licensed guide accompanies you throughout the experience.

Chieko is a certified cooking instructor who was born and raised on Shikoku Island and then lived in Kyoto, Osaka and Los Angeles, before moving to Tokyo. Growing up on an island ensured that Chieko always has access to fresh seafood, as well as fresh vegetables and rice. She learned to cook traditional Japanese dishes from her mother . She is so excited to meet travelers from all over the world and teach them how to make a home cooked Japanese meal.

This is the perfect experience for visitors who are looking for gluten-free or vegan food. Join an instructor for a hands-on cooking class, where you can learn to make gluten-free and vegan udon noodles from scratch. Learn special techniques—such as how to roll and cut dough—and best of all, enjoy your meal at the end of the class, with seasonal vegetable tempura

For visitors to Japan, it can be difficult to access local culture. This private Tokyo cooking class offers the rare experience of visiting a local's home for conversation and cooking. Your guide teaches you how to make two or three homestyle Japanese dishes from scratch, before you sit down together to enjoy the meal.

Rather than just ordering Japanese tea in a cafe or restaurant, this tea–themed experience allows you to learn about tea cultivation and processing from an expert—a former tea farmer and practicing pharmacist. Learn fascinating insights about different types of Japanese tea and have a chance to try seven different varieties, including multiple matcha types and lattes—with snacks included too.

This is an experience where even beginners can easily make nigiri sushi. This is a sushi making experience using popular sushi ingredients such as tuna and salmon. It will be a once in a life time unique experience where you can learn about Japanese culture through traditional Japanese cuisine. A sushi chef will carefully teach you how to make sushi. Once you know how to make it, try making nigiri sushi yourself. It's a very fun experience where you can experience making sushi and eating delicious sushi. You can also wear Japanese costumes, so you can feel like a Sushi Master. Please come and experience Japanese culture in a Japanese-style space. Children 3 years old and under are welcome to join for free by sharing a dish with an adult. As we need to prepare a seat in advance, please contact us before your visit if you are bringing a child who is 3 years old and under.

Learn more about traditional Japanese culture during a fun small-group workshop in Shinjuku. Get changed into a comfortable, stylish, easy-to-wear kimono and sit down for a presentation on tea. Learn about the different varieties and their cultural importance in Japan. After, try making a bowl of matcha tea the traditional way with the right tools, and enjoy drinking a refreshing cup.

Shop like a local, then cook like a local! Visit a real Japanese supermarket with us to pick fresh ingredients, then cook an authentic home-style meal near Tokyo Tower with Mari, a culinary expert featured on Japanese TV and magazines, and her daughter Ayumi. Choose from two courses: 1. Temaki Sushi Course Make sushi rice, tamagoyaki, and teriyaki chicken, then roll your own sushi with fresh fish, vegetables, or tofu. Vegetarian options available. 2. Japanese Hamburger Steak Course Cook juicy hambagu, creamy potato salad, and miso soup made with real dashi. Optional pairings: Japanese sake or craft beer. Lessons are in English, no experience needed — we guide every step. Take home the recipes to recreate the dishes after your trip. After cooking, we enjoy the meal together like family and share local tips for your Tokyo trip. More than a cooking class — a warm cultural exchange. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups.

Rather than just being a standard culinary experience, this bento-making cooking class combines food with artistic expression. In the vibrant neighborhood of Shinjuku in central Tokyo, you’ll create your own *kawaii* (cute) character using traditional Japanese ingredients in a small group that ensures personalized attention from your instructor. Not only will you make something delicious, but also photogenic.

This small-group experience in Morishita, Tokyo is designed for travelers who want to taste and understand Japanese tea. It is not a formal tea ceremony. Guests compare 12 teas, including sencha, matcha, and gyokuro, with English guidance from a Japanese Tea Adviser. You will explore everyday teas and premium teas side by side, compare aromas, umami, roast, region, and brewing method, and learn how each tea is grown, produced, and enjoyed in Japan. The session includes Japanese tea and simple wagashi sweets.