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Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo with a Local Chef Chieko

Tokyo, Japan
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

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.
  • 2 hour private Japanese cooking class in Tokyo, a 10minute walk from Shinjuku station
  • Learn to cook simple, easy recipes using fresh and local produce
  • Cook together one main dish + two side dishes
  • Share a home cooked Japanese meal and get a glimpse into a local's everyday life
  • Experience Japanese hospitality and connect with local culture over food
  • Chieko can accommodate a vegetarian diet

Sample Menu

Main

Please choose ONE menu from the below options:

Main

Option 1: Chirashi sushi (rolled sushi) + 2 side dishes

Main

Option 2:

Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) or Takoyaki (grilled Octopus) + 2 side dishes

Main

Option 3: Teriyaki chicken + 2 side dishes

Main

Option 4: Tonjiru (pork soup)+2 side dishes

Main

Option 5: Soft and creamy Japanese omelet + 2 side dishes

What's Included

  • Shared Japanese cooking lesson in Tokyo with your host Chieko
  • Home-cooked Japanese meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Japan, 151-0053 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 2-chōme51 羽田ビル 501

    Meet your host at her cooking studio in Yoyogi, Shibuya City (approximately a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station). Please note: In some cases, the class may be held at an alternative kitchen in the Shinjuku area. If so, the exact venue address will be confirmed by email after booking.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Your host can accommodate a vegetarian diet. Please choose your menu option and inform your host if you have any allergies in advance when making your Tokyo cooking class booking.
  • Please note your cooking class lasts 2.5 hours: 11am - 1:30pm or 5pm - 7:30pm.
  • Chieko hosts her classes at one of three kitchen venues in the Tokyo Shinjuku area. The class may be held at the Yotsuya or Shinjuku Gyoen classroom locations, both within walking distance of nearby stations. The exact venue address will be confirmed by email after your booking is confirmed.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0
based on 5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Chieko and her team of...

Nicole_C, Mar 2025
Chieko and her team of lovely ladies were amazing and super helpful throughout. They explained what we were doing and why and about the different produce we cooked with. The end product was absolutely fantastic!! Highly recommend this experience.

Host Junko was very friendly and...

AngieSam_L, Jul 2018
Host Junko was very friendly and warm. Asked in advance if we would like to put on the Yakata for an experience at no cost. And knowing it was my birthday, prepared a small birthday gift - so very thoughtful. Had a wonderful experience making sushi and onigiri at the home of a local.

Accueil chaleureux+++...

vahinelisy_v, Apr 2024
Accueil chaleureux+++ Un vrai cours de cuisine où nous participons vraiment a l'élaboration des différents mets. Petit bémol : adresse dure à trouver car rien de noté sur les boîtes aux lettres. Il faut préciser aux gens que la personne vient vous chercher dans le hall de l'immeuble.

From $109.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 63 days in advance.

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