Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class
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Tokyo, Japan
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Refine your cooking skills and enrich your knowledge of Japanese cuisine during a kaiseki ryouri (haute cuisine) cookery class in Tokyo. In a small group, limited to a maximum of eight people, prepare up to eight different dishes featuring Wagyu beef, Japanese vegetables, and traditional seasonings. Then, sit down to feast on the fruits of your labors, accompanied by sake and green tea.
- Get tips on preparing authentic Japanese meals at home
- Sample local specialties such as Wagyu beef
- Practice cooking techniques with feedback from your instructor
- Learn about staple ingredients in Japanese cuisine
What's Included
- Local cooking instructor
- Recipes
- Ingredients
- Apron and towel rental
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Cooking Sun Tokyo18-39 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0016, Japan
Please note that our studio can be a little difficult to find, as it is located in a residential area. We are on the 2nd floor of a beige residential building. At the entrance, you will see two doors. Please use the right-side door, which leads to our studio. To call us, press 314 on the intercom.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:30 am
What To Expect
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Cooking Sun Tokyo
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Instructions in English
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A maximum of 8 people in a class
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 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
Leona_M
This was one of the best cookery classes we have been to but it is a difficult building to locate. Aya and Hidemi were excellent instructors. The food we cooked was amazing - I couldn't believe that we cooked so much in such a short space of time. I would highly recommend this cookery class for anyone visiting Tokyo who has an interest in Japanese cuisine.
Reviews
5.0
based on 194 reviews
Jerry_S, Feb 2026
The cooking experience was a great activity that I will surely do again with family. The staff is amazing. They were welcoming and kind. They made it a memorable experience!!
Hannah_W, Jan 2026
I had such a great experience with this cooking class in Tokyo. The instructors were incredibly informative and explained everything in a way that felt approachable and easy to follow, even for someone who doesn’t regularly cook Japanese food. What I appreciated most was how accessible the recipes were — nothing felt intimidating or overly complicated, and each step was clearly explained. I left the class feeling genuinely confident and excited to try making Japanese dishes again once I got home. It was both educational and empowering, and I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a hands-on, thoughtful introduction to Japanese cooking.
maile_i, Jan 2026
Our family had a wonderful experience at this cooking class. It was definitely a highlight of our trip. In three hours we helped create seven dishes. All of them were delicious, especially the sukiyaki with Wagyu beef.
Lydia_M, Dec 2025
This was such a fun way to better understand Japanese food and culture. Our instructor spoke perfect English and explained everything clearly. The dishes were simple but delicious and we were able to prepare a beautiful meal in two hours. Highly recommend!
Leona_M, Nov 2025
This was one of the best cookery classes we have been to but it is a difficult building to locate. Aya and Hidemi were excellent instructors. The food we cooked was amazing - I couldn't believe that we cooked so much in such a short space of time. I would highly recommend this cookery class for anyone visiting Tokyo who has an interest in Japanese cuisine.
SarahJean_H, Oct 2025
I enjoyed and learned new things from the class.. Easy to follow and understand. The food that we cooked were delicious. Short lectures and explained every detail. Location was easy to find, just follow the google map, you’ll also enjoy walking on the way, lots of trees and quiet environment. The place is clean too. Highly recommend it.
Joyce_H, Sep 2025
We made 8 dishes, starting with dashi. Then we used the dashi in almost every other dish we made. This is real cooking and it’s exactly what I wanted. Thank you to the instructors for making it fun and relaxed. The studio was spotlessly clean and inviting and comfortable. I felt at home. And the meal was delicious. It was perhaps my favorite activity in Tokyo. Highly recommend!
Angela_M, Aug 2025
Excellent experience with great chefs that were engaging and helpful. Delicious food to enjoy at the end. Well worth the money.
Alisha_R, Jul 2025
We had an amazingly fun time learning how to make ramen. They explained everything so well and we learned so much. Definitely recommend this class!
Simion_W, Jun 2025
This was the best thing we did on the entire trip. I absolutely loved how fun, helpful, and knowledgeable our guide was.
Vanessa_H, Jun 2025
Lovely small group experience, cooking many of the home cooking Japanese dishes that we don’t see in restaurants as much. We had a wonderful time with these ladies and enjoyed a tasty lunch at the end of our efforts
Nathan_T, May 2025
Very well run cooking class!! Clear instructions and lots of interesting context about the ingredients and history.
Lilly_B, Mar 2025
The location is difficult to find
But when you get there the class is wonderful. The ladies are so lovely and we learned a lot. The food was delicious
Lucie_R, Mar 2025
The location is a little tricky to find for some, but our taxi got us there perfectly. The Chefs are great! We learned how to make several delicious dishes and had a lot of fun doing it. Maybe they are not allowed but I was hoping for a little cup of sake with our lunch.
Kim_L, Mar 2025
Fun and interesting! We learned a lot and made a lot of delicious food! Left with several recipes we plan to use at home.
NicholasA_D, Feb 2025
Such a great class! Super fun to learn more about staple, seasonal ingredients and recipes used in Japanese cooking. The instructors were great, explaining techniques and making it approachable to everyone with virtually any cooking experience.
Isabel_Y, Feb 2025
This class is great for people with all levels of cooking experience. If you're looking for a lot of hands-on experience. Note that other than cooking an egg and searing a lotus stuffed with minced chicken meat that's prepared ahead of time, you will mostly chop and mix dressings together while the staff prepares the other foods such as miso soup, rice, potatoes, etc. It's still a great class for learning to make a traditional kaiseki meal and you can't beat the price, so worth it regardless.
Lauren_M, Feb 2025
Amazing experience. I learned so much and they were super accommodating of my many allergies. I’d recommend this to anyone.
Gabrielle_R, Jan 2025
We really enjoyed the class & learnt a lot - relatively hands on & excellent instructions from the lovely women running the class. The meal we created was a feast & delicious - thoroughly recommend!
Lee_B, Dec 2024
We learned so much in a short time! Truly authentic Japanese cooking from a Japanese chef who attended the CIA in New York! I can’t wait to try these dishes at home.
Very warm, casual atmosphere too. Would definitely recommend!!!
Robyn_R, Nov 2024
Small group hands on cooking class where we learnt a lot about the different foods and methods of cooking and then got to enjoy the multi course meal.
Easy to find location in a residential area.
Great experience.
Jesse_W, Nov 2024
Very informative, Aya and Kaori were super kind and super helpful. This class teaches SEVERAL dishes, so when I left, I felt I have a whole new bag of trick to bring back to my cooking job in the states. Exactly what I had signed up for, a wonderful experience!
cynthia_n, Nov 2024
My 1st cooking class in Japan and now I’m hooked. The instructors are very helpful and fun explaining the history of the ingredients and making our lunch was a fantastic way to spend the afternoon. The Sukiyaki was delicious and the cucumber salad is now one of my favorites. All of the food was tasty and I met some really fun people in the class as well.
Pam_T, Oct 2024
This was one of the best things we have tried in Japan! Don’t hesitate to book this activity. You don’t need any kind of cooking skills (like my spouse! Haha!) to make these delicious dishes. The ladies were so kind, and teach you about Japanese cooking and culture.
Tony_K, Oct 2024
Being able to create a gourmet meal and then dining on it! The small class size, and two instructor’s was an excellent ratio.
Benjamin_W, Sep 2024
Outstanding cooking class. Great mix of traditional dishes. Well taught, nicely paced and very hands on.
Ansel_F, Jul 2024
The location was easy to find with a nice big park around the corner. The hosts were very kind and accommodating.
Dennis_H, Jul 2024
Absolutely a fabulous class! So much fun!!
The instructors are so informative and so engaging , would recommend to all!
Manxue_G, Jul 2024
Very relax and friendly environment. We cooked 7 Japanese dishes under the guidance. The food is authentic and delicious. We talked a lot about cooking, culture, and travel. The instructor was knowledgeable and patient, making the whole experience enjoyable and educational. Each dish was explained in detail, and we learned many new techniques and tips. The ingredients were fresh and high quality, which made a big difference in the taste of the dishes. The class was well-organized, and the pace was just right, allowing us to enjoy the cooking process without feeling rushed. It was a wonderful way to spend the day, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in Japanese cuisine or looking for a fun and unique activity. I'll definitely be coming back for more classes in the future!
Mary_A, May 2024
We enjoyed this very much . Both Megumi & Yoko were patient, friendly and explained each step very well. They spoke well in English. We felt very comfortable in the class. The food was delicious. I would definitely recommend this
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