Unique Japanese Home Cooking: Miso, Teriyaki & Fermented Secrets

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Tokyo, Japan

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Take a break from eating out in Tokyo with a healthy home-cooked lunch during this small-group cooking class. Learn all about fermented foods and their health benefits as you prepare a traditional Japanese meal under the guidance of a certified instructor. Whether you're at home in the kitchen or new to cooking, learn tips and tricks to enhance your dishes at home.

Get more feedback from your instructor in a small-group setting
Learn easy recipes using traditional Japanese fermented ingredients
The kitchen is conveniently located in central Tokyo
Vegan lunch options are available upon request

Sample Menu

Main

Teriyaki Chicken (or deep fried tofu for vegans on a request basis)

Try this easy yet delicious recipe using traditional fermented ingredients, without using store-bought teriyaki sauce!

Starter

Onigiri

Let's make a cute and globally popular rice ball together!

Starter

Miso soup

Let's make healthy miso soup with an easy recipe for everyday!

Starter

Two vegetable side dishes using miso

You will learn some ways to use miso - comes with edible cherry blossoms (sakura) petals for decoration!

Dessert

Mini dessert using amazake and yogurt

Try this refreshing and tasty dessert, using amazake (fermented sweet rice paste) with yogurt - your gut will be happy!

What's Included

Meals

Lunch
Rental apron
Coffee and/or Tea

Green tea or other Japanese tea
Lecture handout (presentation material of the lecture)

Private transportation

Transportation fee to come to the venue.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Akasaka-Mitsuke Station
3-chōme-1-6 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
Let's meet at Exit 10 (go up the escalator) of Akasaka Mitsuke Station. * The class location may change within central Tokyo. In this case, you will be notified after booking.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Please note that the class may take place at a different kitchen location within central Tokyo. In such cases, you will be notified after your booking.
This experience may not be suitable for children of the age of 6 and under due to the This experience is best suited for adults and children aged 7 and above, as the content focuses on learning and techniques.
We use a small amount of a seasoning called Mirin that contains alcohol. The alcohol is removed during cooking, so the dish is safe for children. However, the tasting is not available for children.
Please let us know if you have allergen restrictions.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Arifur_R

Host is kind and gracious. Walked us through a review of fermented products like miso, mirin and few others whose name I cannot remember. The process behind it, the history etc. The meal we cooked as a group was delicious and homely. Host gave me a lot of tips on Tokyo and grocery shopping. I highly recommend this tour

Reviews

5.0

based on 10 reviews

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Friendly and informative...

Lara_T, Apr 2026

Friendly and informative experience in a nice space. Yummy food and easy to make. We will recreate this meal at home.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for joining the class and for your review! It was so nice meeting you all. I hope you enjoy these dishes at home as well! Enjoy the rest of your time in Japan!

Unique Japanese class

Jennifer_C, Mar 2026

This is an informative and interesting cooking class. Learning the history of fermentation and its use in so many Japanese dishes was amazing. Naoko was well versed in her knowledge of the health benefits and provided useful takeaways for us returning to the US. The meal was simple, delicious and easy to replicate at home!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for joining my class and for your lovely review! It was so nice meeting you all. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the class. The recipes are simplified so that you can easily recreate them at home. I hope you enjoy making and eating these dishes at home!

Naoko’s cooking class...

Hien_L, Nov 2025

Naoko’s cooking class with fermented ingredients was very enjoyable and insightful. We learnt many new things about miso, koji and other Japanese fermented foods, Naoko is very knowledgeable in this area and she is very friendly too. The lunch we cooked was very delicious and easy to make. Highly recommend this cooking class whilst visiting Tokyo.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you very much for your reviews! It was so great to meet you both and I am happy to know that you enjoyed the class! I hope you will keep your interest in Japanese fermented foods and cook the dishes at home, too! ;)

Unique lunch activity

Suman_K, Oct 2025

Naoko-San's fermented food class is unique. She starts with a short lecture on Japanese fermented foods, then we prepare a simple home-made lunch together based on fermented ingredients. I recommend this for people who want to learn about and incorporate fermented foods in their diet as they go on their wellness journey.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you very much for coming to my class and your review! It was so nice to meet you both. I'm happy to know that you enjoyed the class! I hope you will recreate these dishes at home!

Wonderful lesson on fermentation and cooking

Arifur_R, Oct 2025

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for your review! I'm glad you enjoyed the class. The sweet seasoning we used was amazake. I hope you’ll try these dishes at home!

A class we really recommend!

Lovisa_P, May 2025

This class is both fun and educational! We learned many things about Japanese fermentation and got inspired to continue to do this at home! We got the chance to ask many questions about the Japanese food and also learn a bit more about the Japanese culture.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you very much for your reviews! It was so great to meet you both and I am happy to know that you seemed to enjoy the class! Please keep your interest in Japanese fermented foods even after returning home! ;)

Amazing experience

Daria_B, Mar 2025

We had an amazing experience at this Japanese fermented food master class with Naoko! She is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate Fermented Food Expert who made the session both educational and enjoyable. Her in-depth insights into the history, health benefits, and practical uses of fermented foods were fascinating, and she explained everything in a way that was easy to understand and apply. Naoko was also a wonderful host—very kind, welcoming, and eager to answer all our questions. She went above and beyond by recommending specific brands to buy and where to find them, which was incredibly helpful. On top of that, she provided printed recipes for us to take home, making it easy to recreate the dishes on our own. During the class, we cooked six delicious dishes and enjoyed a wonderful lunch afterwards! Every dish was flavorful and showcased how easy it is to incorporate fermented ingredients into everyday cooking. Naoko carefully demonstrated each recipe in detail, sharing many useful hints and kitchen tools that made the process even more efficient and enjoyable. The class was well-structured and just the right length (2 hours). The location near Akasaka Mitsuke Station was super convenient. I highly recommend this class to everyone who loves to cook/ or just cook! It’s an inspiring, hands-on experience that will leave you excited to bring Japanese fermented flavors into your own kitchen ( as we do 😊).

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you very much for your comments! It was very nice to meet you all and I am so glad that you seem to enjoy the class. I enjoyed cooking together with all of you, too! I hope you enjoy Japan for the rest of your travel and it would be great if you start enjoying Japanese cooking further at your home! ;)

Fun being cozy with koji :)

Sora_S, Mar 2025

I had a fun time in this cooking class! The instructor was friendly and kind, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. She was also knowledgeable about koji, the Japanese fermented seasoning, and shared fascinating insights about its health benefits, the fermentation process, different types of miso, and even its history. As a vegetarian, my main dish was tofu steak, and it came out much better than I expected. —juicy, soft, and packed with flavor. The dishes we made were simple yet scrumptious and, best of all, easy to recreate at home. I rarely cook and like to cook fast and easily, so it was great. No prior cooking experience is needed, as everything is well-prepared, and all ingredients and tools are provided. This class is perfect for travelers because you don’t need to bring anything—just show up and enjoy learning about koji-based cuisine. The location is also super convenient, only a few minutes from the station. It was my first time tasting miso made from bean-based koji. We also prepared a variety of vegetable dishes with a light miso-based sauce that enhanced, rather than overpowered, the natural flavors of the ingredients. This simplicity truly highlights the essence of Japanese cuisine. I recommend this class to anyone interested in Japanese food, history, and culture or those looking to experience something beyond typical tourist activities. It was a fantastic way to enjoy authentic Japanese flavors while learning about traditional cooking techniques!

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you very much for your reviews in detail! I am glad to know that you seemed to have a great time, so did I. I hope you would make those dishes at your home, too! I hope to see you again!