Top Kyoto Cooking Classes - page 3

Sushi or Traditional Japanese Cuisine in a Kyoto Home with Emika

(75)

from US$63

We are located in the heart of Kyoto, just a 12-minute walk from Kyoto Station and a 2-minute walk from Nishi Honganji Temple. Our facility is a beautifully renovated traditional Japanese house that dates back 130 years. We have transformed it into a classroom where we provide an authentic Japanese cultural experience for overseas visitors to Japan, aiming to offer a genuine taste of Kyoto's rich cultural heritage. Inside the historic house, you will find a majority of antique furniture and artifacts that are over 110 years old. With this setting, along with traditional Japanese music, we strive to create an immersive cultural experience that takes you back to Kyoto as it was 130 years ago. Our teachers are all local to Kyoto and possess a deep understanding of Japanese culture. They are passionate about sharing their knowledge and providing you with an enriching experience.

(21)

from US$79

Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan

Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan

1 hourFree Cancellation

KYOTO: Private Tea Ceremony in Hidden Townhouse (Kid-Friendly)

(25)

from US$59

A tea ceremony is a key part of Japanese culture, and Kyoto—long regarded as the country’s cultural capital—is one of the best places to experience it. During the ceremony, a tea master demonstrates the precise steps involved in preparing premium matcha, offering invaluable insights that you’d miss if drinking tea in a restaurant. You can then enjoy traditional Japanese sweets to accompany your tea.

(29)

from US$46

Discover the elegance of the Japanese tea ceremony From learning how to whisk matcha to enjoying traditional sweets, this experience offers a deep dive into Japanese culture.

Kyoto: Quiet and Graceful Tea Ceremony

1)Discover Matcha Learn about Matcha’s history, culture, and how it differs from green tea. Learn about Matcha grades & quality. 2)Taste Matcha & Japanese Sweets Enjoy organic Matcha with traditional Japanese sweets. (Vegan & allergy-friendly) 3)Make Your Own Matcha Take the tea master's seat and make your own Matcha. Photos & videos welcome! *Option Kimono: Arrive early. Extra fee. Sword & Umbrella: Private sessions only.Private sessions available from ¥27,000, depending on group size. ■The maximum number of participants for group sessions is 6, but we can accommodate sessions with more than 6 participants.

4.6

(28)

from US$55

Experience Authentic Tea Ceremony in Kyoto

Experience Authentic Tea Ceremony in Kyoto

1 hourFree Cancellation

Just 1 hour! You can make Osaka's soul food, takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Easy to join during or after sightseeing in Kyoto. Attend this class and you will learn how to make takoyaki and okonomiyaki from scratch! Would you like to experience it for yourself? Not a demonstration! First, the instructor explains and then you will start by cutting the ingredients. It is a simple recipe that even children can follow, so even those who are not experienced cooks can try it. Learn cooking methods that you can easily imitate at home. Fun for any one person, for friends, couples, and families with children. Gluten-free/Vegan/Halal-friendly/allergy-free OK! Please let us know when you apply.

(24)

from US$44

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1 hour Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki cooking class in Kyoto

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(3)

from US$56

Deepen your understanding of Japanese culture and traditions at this matcha tea ceremony held in a traditional townhouse. To help you get the most out of your experience, the tea master explains everything you need to know—including tea etiquette, utensils, and rituals. You can also learn how to prepare your own cup of matcha. The session ends with a question-and-answer segment and the chance to enjoy traditional Japanese sweets.

Tea-Making Experience
Participants will whisk matcha themselves and savor the essence of the tea ceremony.
Immerse yourself in Japan’s traditional customs and enjoy a moment of peace and reflection.

Kyoto :Tea Ceremony in 150 Years Townhouse with Tables and Chairs

"Learn how to make authentic, vegan-friendly Japanese dashi (broth) with us." Our private, one-group-only format makes the class a favorite for birthdays, anniversaries, and honeymoons. Your group only — no strangers, no shared sessions. This is our home in Arashiyama, Kyoto. When you are here, it is yours for the day. We cook together, eat together, and talk — about food, about Japan, about whatever comes up. Your hosts are Satoru, a professional chef with over 30 years of experience, and Akiko, a fluent English speaker. Guests have come to us from more than 20 countries. Some are experienced cooks. Some have never held a Japanese knife. Some are vegan and have spent their entire trip anxious about what is in their food. We have learned to read the room. And we genuinely enjoy it. One group. Maximum 4 guests. Every time.

4.8

(31)

from US$42

Make Japanese Vegan Dashi Ramen & Gyoza in Kyoto

Make Japanese Vegan Dashi Ramen & Gyoza in Kyoto

Kyoto: Kawaramachi Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour

4.8

(9)

from US$64

3 hoursFree Cancellation

(563)

from US$38

One of the best souvenirs any traveler can bring back from Japan is the ability to make and appreciate authentic Japanese sushi. Get up to speed with the art of making sushi, Japanese soup and pickled ginger during this small group cooking class. Capped at eight people, this class offers a relaxed environment that other, larger sushi classes often don’t – and a hands on experience that you can’t get from cooking channels on the internet or TV.

Sushi - Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto!

Sushi - Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto!

Experience the magic of Kyoto at night like a true local! While Pontocho and Gion are famous for their beautiful lantern-lit streets, finding welcoming, authentic restaurants without a local guide can be very difficult. This casual walking and local eats tour removes the language barrier and takes you straight to the best hidden spots. 1. Hidden Izakayas & Bars: Skip the tourist traps. We will take you to two authentic local Izakayas and one secret bar tucked away in the narrow alleys of Kyoto. 2. Authentic Kyoto Cuisine: Taste local specialties you won't easily find elsewhere, such as "Obanzai" (Kyoto home-style cooking), "Yuba" (delicate tofu skin), and classic comfort foods, all explained by your guide. 3. Premium Kyoto Sake: Kyoto is famous for its pure water and incredible sake. Enjoy fantastic sake pairings with your meals. 4. Magical Night Stroll: Safely explore the historic, atmospheric streets of Pontocho and Gion with an local expert!

(94)

from US$71

Kyoto Night Pub Crawl: Pontocho & Gion Hidden Alley Bars Tour

Kyoto Night Pub Crawl: Pontocho & Gion Hidden Alley Bars Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour (7 Tastings + Brunch)

(646)

from US$42

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a cooking class in an atmospheric setting—a beautiful wooden house in Kyoto. The cooking experience introduces you to local recipes that you wouldn’t be able to find in restaurants, and techniques that have been passed down through many generations of the host’s family. Dishes prepared vary depending on the time of year, but sample menu items could be chikuzenni (braised chicken and vegetables), braised burdock root, and miso soup.

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from US$56

PRIVATE Kyoto Home Cooking Class in Aki's Traditional Wooden Home

3 hours

Step into a peaceful, authentic tea ceremony experience in a traditional Kyoto machiya over 130 years old. In this intimate small-group session, you will learn the meaning, history, and philosophy behind Japanese tea culture in a clear and approachable way. Your host will guide you through each step of the ceremony, explaining the etiquette and spirit of tea. Watch a graceful tea ceremony performed by your host, then experience it for yourself by preparing matcha using traditional tools. Enjoy high-quality Kyoto matcha paired with carefully selected traditional Japanese sweets in a calm, non-touristy setting that many guests describe as one of the most memorable cultural experiences in Kyoto.

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from US$95

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Traditional House

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Traditional House

In this class, you will experience making home-style ramen and homemade gyoza from scratch using simple ingredients in a home environment. Not only will you get to enjoy a fun cultural experience during your Japan trip, but with the skills you learn, you can actually try and cook these dishes once you return home. My guests often tell me that they're surprised how simple it is to make and how delicious the food turns out. After my class, you will hopefully have the confidence to cook some delicious Japanese food for your loved ones at home.

4.7

(50)

from US$38

Home style Ramen & Handmade Gyoza from scratch

Home style Ramen and Homemade Gyoza in Kyoto

3 hours 30 minutes

Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

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from US$115

Kyoto : Okada Tea Ceremony & Kimono

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from US$64

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Join us in an authentic Japanese-style house for an intimate cooking experience that making you feel like a friend invited over for tea. Why Choose Our Class? Small Groups: Max 6 people per class—perfect and welcoming for solo travelers! 3 popular Sweets: Learn tips and techniques to make 3 different types of Japanese desserts(wagashi) you might recognize from your favorite manga or anime. Take Home Recipes: Get full recipes to recreate these beautiful treats for your friends and family back home. Dietary Friendly: Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon advance request. We have "Seasonal Sweets Class" and "Matcha Sweets Class". Please choose one, and we all make the same sweets in the class. Note: "Matcha Sweets Class" is suitable for adults, as Matcha contains high levels of caffeine. Note for Private Booking: For a private group of more than 5 people, simply book a standard group class and send us a message to request a private session. We can't wait to see you!

(25)

from US$83

Kyoto Wagashi(Japanese sweets) Cooking Class near Fushimiinari

Kyoto Wagashi(Japanese sweets) Cooking Class near Fushimiinari

(75)

from US$83

1 and a Half Kyoto Premium Sushi Class near Fushimi Inari Shrine

(38)

from US$96

You will learn the basic information of miso such as the making process, the variety of miso. After tasting 5 different types of miso, guests will make own miso which guests can bring back with them. It includes the tips to how to use each type of miso for daily cooking, so that guests can have more cooking variety even after they are back home. This workshop is perfect for those who love cooking and want to deepen their knowledge of miso. *Preschooler (under 7 years old) is free and can join with a parent. If you would like us to prepare ingredients for them, please include them in the number of participants.

Miso Tasting and Kyoto Style White Miso Making

(1)

from US$71

京都でアップサイクルされた大豆粕を使った味噌作り

1 hour

Kyoto Sword Experience - includes Museum Ticket/Ninja Experience

(4)

from US$64

Step into a quiet evening in Kyoto. While many famous sightseeing spots close at night, this experience offers a rare opportunity to enjoy Japanese culture in a private setting. Inside a historic ryokan, a special tea setting is carefully arranged in a spacious 20-tatami room, illuminated by traditional Japanese candles. In this unique space, you will experience authentic kimono, tea ceremony, Zen meditation, and traditional Japanese culture — all in one evening. This experience takes place in a room that is usually not open to the public. This is a fully private experience, prepared exclusively for you. We use a translation device to communicate in your preferred language, allowing smooth and comfortable interaction. This is not a group activity, but a carefully prepared private cultural experience.

4.7

(182)

from US$67

③Experience a solemn tea ceremony with Japanese candlelight

Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony at a Japanese Inns

Traditional Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweets in Kyoto

(18)

from US$103

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JD_M, Aug 2026

Kenta is a Matcha Maven!

Kenta is a Matcha Star. We loved how dedicated and passionate he is about the Matcha Ceremony and the history. His skill and precision and personal touch were a sight to see. This was a highlight of our time in Kyoto and trip to Japan.the rest of the staff were also friendly and welcoming.

Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class with Professional Chefs

Leslie_W, Aug 2026

Highly Recommend for beginner and experienced chefs!

This experience was a highlight of our 12-night Celebrity cruise to Japan. Our group looks for ways to learn about the culture of the places we visit while also learning how to make some of the food we love back home. The English speaking tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. She acted as the interpreter for the chef we worked with, which I was concerned about at first, but was not an issue at all. We learned how to make ramen (we each had a chance to choose our own broth), gyoza and fried rice, then enjoy our creations as a hearty lunch. The restaurant/location of the experience was down an alley that we would not have been able to discover on our own, which made the entire excursion feel that much more exclusive. Don’t be scared of the “local feel” of the location - it’s not a professional, sterile kitchen, but one that is a local favorite of the people who know how ramen should taste! If you are someone who likes to recreate dishes when you return home, this is a must-do for you! Ramen, gyoza and fried rice are all relatively easy to make upon your return home and using the skills learned in class can be applied in your own kitchen with little need for additional equipment (although if you want to make the ramen noodles from scratch, you might have to invest in a noodle press). This is a 5-star experience that I would recommend to new and experienced chefs.

Ramen Gyoza Onigiri Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto

Simone_A, Aug 2026

This was a great...

This was a great experience. The class was very well organised and entertaining. The hosts were knowledgeable about the food history and cooking. The time went so quickly and before we knew it we were eating delicious ramen and gyoza. I would highly recommend this class, my daughter and I loved it.

Elegant Tea Ceremony While Wearing Kimono Experience in Kyoto

Adam_R, Aug 2026

A Peaceful and Unforgettable Experience

We had a wonderful experience at the tea ceremony in Kyoto. Everyone was so lovely, kind and welcoming, and the experience felt very inclusive and relaxed. The ceremony itself was incredibly peaceful and calm, and the beautiful traditional building made it even more special. We also got the opportunity to hold a samurai sword, which was a really memorable bonus! A fantastic experience and definitely one we’d recommend.

Kyoto Samurai Experience

Sandra_G, Jul 2026

What an amazing...

What an amazing experience! The staff was very friendly and polite, you get a history lesson, a zen lesson, you get to hold a 650 year old sword and you get to meet a modern time samurai! He had an incredible presence and really encourages everyone to do a good job during the actual cutting. We loved every second of this tour. I would love to do it again.

Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Orizuruya Gion

Shara_R, Jul 2026

Peace and Harmony found

Absolutely loved this experience with my teen daughters we dressed up in kimonos and had our hair done, the women helping us were so sweet and really became part of the experience. The tea ceremony was beautiful and our host was the epitome of peace and kindness. From now on every sip of matcha has a deeper meaning. We also were able to take photos dressed up in the tea house. This was a Kyoto must do.

Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views

Amy_S, Jul 2026

Lovely and Elegant Tea Ceremony

Our host had such a tranquil and calm speaking voice, we could’ve listened to him all day. His instructions were clear and guided us about all of the processes through the tea ceremony. Our hostess was simply lovely and elegant to watch during the entire ceremony. We appreciated the ability to sit cross-legged instead of kneeling, but a chair/stool was offered multiple times to those who needed it. We had a chance to stretch our legs between the actual ceremony and making our own tea. Although rainy, we also appreciated the ability to take in the garden scenery through the two large windows during the ceremony.

Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo

Melissa_J, Jul 2026

Wonderful, unique experience!

I chose a kimono (it was tough to decide on the color & pattern as they were all so beautiful), then was dressed in it by 3 lovely women (they were all so kind & helpful!), next I had my hair done delicately, them I choose lovely artificial flowers for my hair, lastly I was escorted to the tea room; Ito spoke English well and was very knowledgeable about the tea ceremony traditions. It was such a honor to learn about and be witnessed the special tradition. Then I had the privilege to continue to wear my kimono the rest of my day in Kyoto!!

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse

Anne_L, Jun 2026

Must try tea experience

My mom & I had a wonderful tea experience! We learned how to prepare tea & tea etiquette. The aroma & flavor were both amazing. I truly enjoyed every moment. Everyone who worked there was incredibly kind and welcoming. they were so friendly & nice. They made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

Ninja 1-hour Hands-on Lesson by Japanese master in Kyoto -Entry

Yannick_V, Apr 2026

Amazing ninja experience

What an amazing place! Definitely a highlight of my trip to Japan. I cannot recommend this place enough. I had a one hour ninja experience. You get to dress up as a ninja, learn about the history and various tools/weapons ninja used. I then had had a go at ninja stealth walking, shurikens, blowing darts, katana and ninja sword. They take photos (free of charge) during the class. My Sensei was extremely knowledgeable about ninja history and culture and she took the time to explain everything. Her English was really good. The experience didn't feel rushed at all (unlike some other places I had read reviews about), and they limit the classes to a low number of people. This is a real dojo where they also do ninjustu training. They have a shop with some artefacts that you can buy, and some old authentic artefacts. It felt really immersive and authentic. I cannot recommend this place enough, I wish I had known about the two hour class! Thank you so much to the whole team for making this experience so memorable!

Kyoto Sword Experience - includes Museum Ticket/Ninja Experience

Rosemilore_D, Sept 2025

Best Experience Ever!

Riku provided the best experience I’ve encountered thus far on my Japan Visit. I feel like I went through actual training to become a Samurai. I am grateful for the knowledge this museum had to offer. Thank you also to Riu for taking us on a guided tour and allowing us to interact with the history through artifacts.